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Wetlands and agriculture: Pathways to sustainability

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) This two-lesson course highlights the vital role wetlands play in global food security, supporting agriculture and livelihoods while contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It emphasizes the importance of sustainable agricultural practices in wetland areas and provides guidance for policymakers to integrate environmental management, strengthen policies, build capacity, and foster cross-sectoral cooperation for sustainable agricultural development.

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