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ProjectFactsheetHealthy Aquatic Production through Prevention and Progressive Management Strategies to Support Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems - GCP/GLO/979/NOR 2021
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No results found.With the globalization of modern aquaculture through intensified systems, diversification and international trade in consumable and live products, and with changes to the ecosystem including climate change, the sector is confronted with a range of biosecurity challenges posed by exotic, endemic and emerging diseases, and the transboundary spread of these infectious agents. If not appropriately addressed, these challenges will continue to negatively impact the aquaculture sector, resulting in limited yields, decreased profits, low investments and the reduced contribution of aquaculture to the food and nutrition security and livelihoods of communities dependent upon it. The project’s overall objective was to support countries in the sustainable development of their aquaculture industry through the improvement of systems and practices in biosecurity, enhanced and enabling legal frameworks and the promotion of responsible and sustainable aquaculture practices. The expected outcome was that the capacities of competent authorities, farmers and other stakeholders to support responsible aquaculture production and reduce biosecurity shocks would be enhanced. -
ProjectFactsheetPreparing to Report on the World’s Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture - GCP/GLO/1173/GER 2025
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No results found.resources (AqGR), which was established under an earlier project (GCP/GLO/970/GER), this project aims to build countries’ capacity in reporting and monitoring on the status and trends in the management of AqGR. To achieve this, FAO will support countries in creating national registries for AqGR. In addition FAO will update the public user interface of the AquaGRIS platform to enable the generation of an agreed set of ‘resource’ indicators that can be used to quantify the status of the conservation, sustainable use and development of AqGR. The project will also finalize an additional questionnaire for the quantification of a second set of agreed ‘process’ indicators focused on national, regional and global processes concerning the management of AqGR. The full package of AquaGRIS and the process indicator questionnaire will form the basis for the preparation of the second report on the Second Report on the State of the World's Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (SoW-AqGR#2). The creation of national registries and the completion of the process indicator questionnaire, and the associated indicators, will reflect the status of AqGR, as well as the impact of implementing the FAO Global Plan of Action for the Conservation, Sustainable Use, and Development of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Global Plan of Action). FAO’s 2019 report on The State of the World’s Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (SoW-AqGR) identified the characterization, inventory and monitoring of AqGR as a key need and challenge for FAO Members. The limited information currently available in most aquaculture-producing countries hinders effective planning and management of these resources. Addressing this need by developing, adopting, and utilizing a standardized recording and reporting system will support countries in strengthening their management of AqGR. The creation of national registries for AqGR will guide and support countries' actions in implementing the Global Plan of Action, including the identification and prioritization of resources requiring enhanced genetic management and the selection of species and farmed types for genetic improvement. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookGlobal Plan of Action for the Conservation, Sustainable Use and Development of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture 2022This Global Plan of Action for the Conservation, Sustainable Use and Development of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (GPA) was developed by FAO at the request of the members of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture in response to the needs and challenges identified in the first global assessment of the status of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (AqGR). It was developed following broad consultation with the regions and, following endorsement by the Commission, was formally adopted by FAO members at the 168th session of the FAO Council. The GPA is voluntary and non-binding and aims to promote effective management of AqGR ensuring that it makes a significant contribution to food security and sustainable development and to the alleviation of poverty and is targeted at all stakeholders in aquaculture, with a focus on resource managers and policy makers. The GPA has two parts, the first part introduces and sets the context for the importance of AqGR to sustainable aquaculture and future food security. The second part identifies strategic priorities and recommends actions under four priority areas: i) characterization, inventory and monitoring; ii) conservation and sustainable use; iii) development of AqGR for aquaculture; and iv) policies, institutions, capacity building and cooperation.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023
Urbanization, agrifood systems transformation and healthy diets across the rural–urban continuum
2023This report provides an update on global progress towards the targets of ending hunger (SDG Target 2.1) and all forms of malnutrition (SDG Target 2.2) and estimates on the number of people who are unable to afford a healthy diet. Since its 2017 edition, this report has repeatedly highlighted that the intensification and interaction of conflict, climate extremes and economic slowdowns and downturns, combined with highly unaffordable nutritious foods and growing inequality, are pushing us off track to meet the SDG 2 targets. However, other important megatrends must also be factored into the analysis to fully understand the challenges and opportunities for meeting the SDG 2 targets. One such megatrend, and the focus of this year’s report, is urbanization. New evidence shows that food purchases in some countries are no longer high only among urban households but also among rural households. Consumption of highly processed foods is also increasing in peri-urban and rural areas of some countries. These changes are affecting people’s food security and nutrition in ways that differ depending on where they live across the rural–urban continuum. This timely and relevant theme is aligned with the United Nations General Assembly-endorsed New Urban Agenda, and the report provides recommendations on the policies, investments and actions needed to address the challenges of agrifood systems transformation under urbanization and to enable opportunities for ensuring access to affordable healthy diets for everyone. -
Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food and Agriculture 2019
Moving forward on food loss and waste reduction
2019The need to reduce food loss and waste is firmly embedded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Food loss and waste reduction is considered important for improving food security and nutrition, promoting environmental sustainability and lowering production costs. However, efforts to reduce food loss and waste will only be effective if informed by a solid understanding of the problem. This report provides new estimates of the percentage of the world’s food lost from production up to the retail level. The report also finds a vast diversity in existing estimates of losses, even for the same commodities and for the same stages in the supply chain. Clearly identifying and understanding critical loss points in specific supply chains – where considerable potential exists for reducing food losses – is crucial to deciding on appropriate measures. The report provides some guiding principles for interventions based on the objectives being pursued through food loss and waste reductions, be they in improved economic efficiency, food security and nutrition, or environmental sustainability. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureJoint Programme on Gender Transformative Approaches for Food Security and Nutrition
2022 in Review
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No results found.The 'JP GTA - 2022 In Review' offers a snapshot of the milestones, achievements and activities of the Joint Programme over the course of the past year, with links to articles, publications and event recordings. The report is structured along the four pillars of the JP GTA, with sections focusing on knowledge generation, country-level activities, capacity development and learning, and policy support and institutional engagement. The page on 'knowledge generation' offers an overview of resources published or facilitated by the JP GTA in 2022. Under 'country-level activities' readers will find a summary of the key activities and achievements of the Joint Programme in Ecuador and Malawi. The section on 'capacity development and learning' delves into the JP GTA’s initiatives to share lessons from the Programme and build colleagues' and partners' knowledge and skills. The final pages on 'policy support and institutional engagement' highlight major global and corporate initiatives supported by the JP GTA.