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National institutional assessment on the integration of disaster risk reduction (DRM) into the agriculture sector of Pakistan

Year of publication 2016

Pages 160 p.

Author FAO-PK

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-109274-3

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) Agriculture, the mainstay of Pakistan's economy, is very exposed to extreme weather events with the impacts of climate change. Based on the floods and droughts experienced in recent years, it is evident that a strong commitment to enhancing the resilience of the agriculture sector is urgently needed. This will require increased investment, improved governance, and considerable work on policies and strategies at the national and sub-national levels. Before we can successfully integrate Disaster R isk Reduction and Management (DRR/M) into the agricultural sector, it is essential to study and attempt to mitigate the existing vulnerabilities and sensitivities. We must endeavour to promote climate smart agriculture and early warning systems. We require inclusive training programs for institutional capacity building at different levels, with clear roles and responsibilities, and context specific technical knowledge of DRM measures. The underpinning element that spells success for these measu res is “community based disaster risk management”.

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