Plant Production and Protection

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06/2023

To achieve impact towards implementing the 2030 Agenda, the GPC developed 20 actionable recommendations. The recommendations encompass all the thematic areas highlighted in the GPC.

Global Conference on Sustainable Plant ProductionPlant ProductionPlant Protection
06/2023

Prudent, rational, and targeted use of antimicrobials in plant production maximizes their therapeutic efficacy while reducing the risk of development of resistance and environmental contamination improving food safety. Here we present the four principles of effective and responsible use of antimicrobials in plant production.

antimicrobialsPlant HealthPlant Production and Protection
06/2023

The effective and responsible use of antimicrobials in plant production maximizes their therapeutic efficacy, reducing development of antimicrobial resistance improving human and animal health, environmental health and food safety. Here we list eight ways to achieve antimicrobial stewardship in plant production.

antimicrobial resistenceGuidelinesPlant Production and Protection
05/2023

The CRFS Assessment and Planning Handbook provides comprehensive guidance to local food system stakeholders on building resilience to multiple shocks and stresses. It specifically targets technical staff in local and national institutions and practitioners involved in the implementation of the city region food system approach.

Agrifood systemsCity region food systemsFood ChainsRural-urban foodSustainability
05/2023

This flyer presents the gender responsive approach to mechanization piloted in Benin. In 2020, the government of Benin developed the National Strategy for Agricultural Mechanization (SNMA) – with FAO’s financial and technical assistance – presenting a clear vision and priorities for agricultural mechanization.

MechanizationSustainable livelihoodsWomen empowerment