Screening for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems ​

FAO

Screening for responsible investment in agriculture and food systems

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

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Synopsis (short abstract) This course focuses on the screening phase of the investment assessment process, explaining the importance of screening and due diligence as key policy tools for governments aiming to attract, promote, and regulate responsible investment in agriculture and food systems. The course provides practical guidance on designing and implementing a screening process and addresses common barriers to its uptake and successful implementation, ensuring that screening becomes an effective mechanism for promoting responsible investments.

Language English

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