Other content with the tag "Sustainable Agriculture".

This editorial highlights how nutrient ion transport systems regulate plant growth, stress adaptation, and nutrient use efficiency, emphasizing int

This review highlights the strong potential of combining finger millet and soybean in fermented foods to improve nutrition, digestibility, and food

This simulation study shows that nitrogen fertilisation rate and crop traits strongly influence crop–weed competition.

This review explores the diverse applications of chitosan, a biodegradable and eco-friendly biopolymer derived from chitin, across agriculture, her

Crops that Nourish” is a call to action emphasizing local needs, human and environmental health, and farmer-researcher collaboration.

This original research isolates plant growth–promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) from metal-enriched soils and uses them to biosynthesize iron (FeNPs ~1

The article stresses the crucial role of biodiversity for food security and sustainable agriculture in the Pacific Islands.

The article outlines FAO’s global communication strategy for the International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023, aimed at promoting the nutritional, envi

The article re-examines the role of livestock in the global food system, challenging common perceptions regarding resource competition between live

This project supports ecosystem-oriented food production in Bolu Province, Türkiye.

This presentation by Dr. Qu Dongyu, FAO Director-General, explores the potato's historical and current role in global food security.

This thematic evaluation reviews FAO’s agroecology initiatives in support of SDG 2.

CASCADE Country Result Brief: Kenya

CASCADE Kenya strengthens nutrition policy implementation in alignment with national and county plans, including the Kenya National Nutrition Actio

Brazil’s Food System Transformation

The hidden costs of Brazil’s food system amount to approximately $500 billion annually, largely due to unsustainable production practices and green

FAST Partnership, Food and Agriculture for Sustainable Transformation

The FAST Partnership, launched under COP27, seeks to accelerate agrifood system transformations by increasing climate finance for sustainable agric

Gap Analysis to Support Due Diligence in the Avocado and Pineapple Sectors

This technical guide provides a gap analysis framework to help businesses in the avocado and pineapple sectors improve their due diligence processe

Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition in Europe and Central Asia 2022

This report provides an analysis of food security and nutrition trends in Europe and Central Asia, highlighting the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemi

FAO Regional Dialogue on Biodiversity Mainstreaming Across Agricultural Sectors in Europe and Central Asia

This policy report summarizes discussions from the FAO Regional Dialogue on Biodiversity in Europe and Central Asia (Nov 2021, Budapest).

Biodiversity in Action: Climate Change and Food Security Challenges in Europe and Central Asia

This policy brief explores the interconnected challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss in Europe and Central Asia, emphasizing their impa

Guidelines for Measuring Gender Transformative Change in the Context of Food Security, Nutrition, and Sustainable Agriculture

This policy guideline provides a framework for measuring gender transformative change (GTC) in food security, nutrition, and sustainable agricultur

Rice: Integrated Crop and Pest Management

This document provides comprehensive guidelines on integrated crop management (ICM) and pest control for rice production.

Food Systems Profile – Liberia: Catalysing Sustainable and Inclusive Transformation

This food systems profile provides a comprehensive analysis of Liberia’s agrifood sector, focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience.

Supporting Food Systems Transformation in Indonesia with Governance Innovation

This policy brief highlights the role of governance innovation in transforming Indonesia’s agrifood systems.

The FAO International Day of Potato 2024

The FAO International Day of Potato 2024 report highlights the significance of the potato crop in global food security, employment, and sustainable

Re-thinking Food Systems in Andhra Pradesh, India: How Natural Farming Could Feed the Future

The AgroEco2050 foresight study, led by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, CIRAD, and FAO, examines two future pathways for Andhra Pradesh’s food sy

Productive and Sustainable Food Systems in Bhutan for Environmental Benefits and Gross National Happiness

The project aims to enhance sustainable food systems in Bhutan by integrating environmental benefits with the country's Gross National Happiness (G

Strengthening Capacity While Increasing Food Security and Resilience in Malawi

This FAO-led initiative in Malawi, funded by a $3 million Flexible Voluntary Contribution, aims to enhance resilience against climate change while

Assessing the Carbon Footprint of Tea Production: Case Studies and Challenges

This FAO report examines the environmental impact of the tea value chain, focusing on the carbon footprint of tea production in different countries

Commercialising Biofortified Crops – A Sustainable Strategy to Tackle Hidden Hunger

This study details GAIN and HarvestPlus’s efforts to scale up the production and commercialization of biofortified crops to combat micronutrient de

A COMPREHENSIVE DATA DASHBOARD TO TRANSFORM BANGLADESH’S FOOD SYSTEMS

This report introduces the Bangladesh Food Systems Dashboard (BDFSD), a platform designed to provide consistent and easy-to-access food systems dat

The Food Systems Countdown Report 2023: The State of Food Systems Worldwide

This report, developed by the Food Systems Countdown Initiative, presents a comprehensive analysis of global food systems using 50 key indicators a

 The Case for Investment in Nutritious Foods Value Chains: An Opportunity for Gender Impact

This report explores the role of gender investment in nutritious food value chains, focusing on six value chains across Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin A

Transforming Food Systems for a Climate-Resilient, Well-Nourished Nigeria

This climate-focused report discusses the interconnection between climate change and food security in Nigeria.

Intersections of Climate Change with Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health: An Overview and Evidence Map

This review maps the research landscape on climate change’s impact on food systems, nutrition, and health through an Evidence and Gap Map (EGM).

Biodiversity and Nutrition Synergies: Evaluating National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans for Integration

This policy analysis report examines how national biodiversity strategies (NBSAPs) integrate nutrition considerations.

The Egg Hub Model: A Sustainable and Replicable Approach to Address Food Security and Improve Livelihoods

This study presents the Egg Hub Model, a scalable agricultural business model aimed at increasing egg production, availability, and consumption in

Scaling Up Fruit Tree Production to Improve Food Security, Nutrition, and the Environment in Rwanda

This report highlights the role of fruit tree cultivation in combating malnutrition and promoting environmental sustainability in Rwanda.

Integrating Nutrition into Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) 3.0

This briefing advocates for the integration of nutrition into climate policies, particularly in the third generation of Nationally Determined Contr

Genotype-Dependent Resilience Mediated by Melatonin in Sweet Corn

This study explores how foliar melatonin treatment enhances drought resilience in four sweet corn genotypes (Messenger, Dessert, Royalty, and Tyson

The Nutritional Benefits of Maize-Soybean Rotational Systems in the North-Western Free State, South Africa

This study evaluates the impact of maize-soybean crop rotation on the nutritional value of maize in the North-Western Free State, South Africa.

Cereal Production in Africa: The Threat of Certain Pests and Weeds in a Changing Climate—A Review

This review highlights the growing threats to cereal production in Africa posed by pests and weeds, exacerbated by climate change.

Moringa Oleifera Products as Nutraceuticals for Sustainable Poultry Production

This review evaluates the benefits and challenges of using Moringa oleifera products in poultry nutrition.

Restoring Grazing Agroecosystems in Mediterranean Less Favoured Areas for Resilience and Productivity

This review discusses sustainable management practices to restore degraded grazing lands in Mediterranean Less Favoured Areas (LFAs).

Mechanisms of Plant Epigenetic Regulation in Response to Plant Stress: Recent Discoveries and Implications

This review focuses on the role of epigenetic regulation in plant responses to stress, such as drought, salinity, and heavy metals.

The Impact of Climate Change on Food Systems, Diet Quality, Nutrition, and Health Outcomes: A Narrative Review

This review explores the profound effects of climate change on global food systems and their implications for diet quality, nutrition, and health.

Intercropping Systems to Modify Bioactive Compounds and Nutrient Profiles in Plants: Do We Have Enough Information to Take This as a Strategy to Improve Food Quality? A Review

This review discusses the potential of intercropping systems to improve the nutrient and bioactive compound profiles of plants.

Screening for Resistance Resources against Bacterial Wilt in Wild Potato

The study investigates resistance to bacterial wilt, caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, in wild potato species to address significant agricultural l

Chemical Composition of Wild Collected and Cultivated Edible Plants (Sonchus oleraceus L. and Sonchus tenerrimus L.)

The study explores the nutritional and bioactive composition of two wild plant species, Sonchus oleraceus and Sonchus tenerrimus, commonly used in

Innovative Organic Fertilizers and Cover Crops: Perspectives for Sustainable Agriculture in the Era of Climate Change and Organic Agriculture

The paper addresses challenges in sustainable agriculture caused by climate change and environmental degradation.

Development Towards Low Carbon and Sustainable Agriculture in Finland Through Land Use and Dietary Changes (2023)

This study explores how Finland’s agriculture sector can achieve carbon reduction targets through moderate dietary and land-use adjustments.

Unintended Food Safety Impacts of Agricultural Circular Economies: Case Studies in Arsenic and Mycotoxins (2024)

This paper discusses the dual effects of sustainable agricultural practices, focusing on unintended food safety risks in circular economies.

Moringa Oleifera: The Miracle Tree – Nutritional Powerhouse and Medicinal Marvel (2024)

This review examines the extensive nutritional and medicinal benefits of Moringa oleifera, known as the "Miracle Tree." Rich in essential nutrients

Nutritional and Agronomic Potential of Minor Millets: A Sustainable Approach (2024)

This review explores the nutritional benefits and sustainable cultivation of minor millets, including finger, foxtail, proso, barnyard, and little

Empowering Women in Refugee Camps through Sustainable Agriculture for Nutrition: A Case Study of Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya

The thesis "Empowering Women in Refugee Camps through Sustainable Agriculture for Nutrition: A Case Study of Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya" by Sarah

Millets' Role in Addressing Malnutrition and Ensuring Food Security in a Changing Climate

This chapter highlights millets' potential in combating malnutrition and enhancing food security amidst climate change.