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ProjectFactsheetDeveloping an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Biorational Program for Control and Containment of the Invasive Pest of Tomato (Tuta Absoluta) in Nigeria - TCP/NIR/3601 2021
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No results found.Small scale farmers are the main producers of tomatoes for domestic consumption in Nigeria, as well as for the regional markets Post harvest loses, estimated to be as high as 51 percent, continue to take a heavy toll on the country’s economy With a sizeable proportion of Nigeria’s population living below the internationally accepted poverty line, major emphasis needs to be placed on minimizing losses so that produce can become available and affordable to vulnerable rural communities, in particular women and children, thereby raising the nutrition standards of rural people Most tomato production is carried out by small scale farmers However, both the small scale producers and the potential commercial growers are now affected and threatened by the outbreak and spread of Tuta absoluta This pest leads to a fungal infestation, which in turn causes rotting of the fruit either before or after harvest The project’s focus was on developing and incorporating an acceptable Integrated Pest Management ( protocol to curtail the menace of T absoluta and to mitigate its adverse effects on the processing industry, as well as the socio economic implications of farmers abandoning the tomato farming business for other crops in Nigeria, in particular in the five states selected for the execution of this pilot project ( Katsina Kaduna, Plateau and Jigawa. -
ProjectFactsheetSupport to the Promotion of Conservation Agriculture and Integrated Pest Management for Sustained Soil Fertility and Productivity - TCP/GHA/3701 2023
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No results found.The degradation of soils, which are the foundation of agrifood systems, is alarming in sub Saharan Africa, which is already facing continued population growth that increases pressure on scarce natural resources Soil in Ghana is becoming low in nutrients, fragile and exposed to adverse natural and environmental pressures In addition, unsustainable farming systems on marginal lands and the overuse of chemical fertilizers and misuse of pesticides have led to declining soil fertility and contamination of the natural environment, rendering soils unproductive and negatively affecting livelihoods Smallholder agriculture, especially in the northern part of the country, is characterized by natural production with low access to productive assets, information and technical skills, low level of implementation of modern technologies and mechanization, small farm sizes, lack of productive infrastructures and rural finance institutions Moreover, subsistence farmers are the most exposed to climate change and price volatility Conservation Agriculture ( has proven to be a viable approach that contributes to improved and sustainable productivity, environmental protection and climate change adaptation It aims to improve soil productivity and conservation and includes practices that combine integrated management of soil, water and agricultural resources to boost food production Despite the potential benefits, implementation of CA, Integrated Pest Management ( and other Climate Smart Agriculture ( practices by smallholders remains low Previous experience with these types of interventions in Ghana showed a lack of evidence based interventions, know how on appropriate technologies to use and access to appropriate and locally designed tools and affordable equipment Smallholder households were identified as slow adopters of CA There is also the need to introduce the benefits of IPM to farmers to minimize the use of chemicals in foods As such, this project aimed to improve production systems and strengthen resilient livelihoods by using a climate smart approach as well as dealing with issues affecting agriculture management of natural resources The project targeted smallholder food crop farm families who are the most vulnerable with limited access to markets and credit The issues to be addressed were the degradation of natural resources due to inappropriate farming practices and population growth, improper use of agrochemicals in farming, a lack of organizational capacity to deal with climate change impacts at the community leveI inadequate access to resources and negligible or no access to information on good agricultural practices and climate change impacts. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookIntegrated Pest Management of major pest and diseases in Eastern Europe and Caucasus 2017
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This book promotes Integrated Pest Management, to contribute to reduced reliance on pesticides and the avoidance of adverse impacts from pesticide use on the health and safety of farming communities, consumers and the environment. Through the IPM approach, technical advice is provided to help plan methods and measures to control major pests and diseases occurring or expected to occur in the countries of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. The specific descriptions contain a short summary of the bio logy of the species, completed with information on methods and tools of monitoring and control. Preventive control methods are also discussed.
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Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe future of food and agriculture - Trends and challenges 2017
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No results found.What will be needed to realize the vision of a world free from hunger and malnutrition? After shedding light on the nature of the challenges that agriculture and food systems are facing now and throughout the 21st century, the study provides insights into what is at stake and what needs to be done. “Business as usual” is not an option. Major transformations in agricultural systems, rural economies, and natural resources management are necessary. The present study was undertaken for the quadrennial review of FAO’s strategic framework and for the preparation of the Organization Medium-Term plan 2018-2021. -
Book (series)YearbookWorld Food and Agriculture – Statistical Yearbook 2023 2023
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No results found.This publication offers a synthesis of the major factors at play in the global food and agricultural landscape. Statistics are presented in four thematic chapters, covering the economic importance of agricultural activities, inputs, outputs and factors of production, their implications for food security and nutrition and their impacts on the environment. The Yearbook is meant to constitute a primary tool for policymakers, researchers and analysts, as well as the general public interested in the past, present and future path of food and agriculture. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical book豆类 : 提供丰富营养，促进可持续发展 2016
作为旨在提高全球对豆类的多重益处认识的国际豆类年的一个组成部分，本休闲型图书属于通俗而非技术性出版物，既可作为指南也可作为食谱使用。本书首先对豆类加以概述，解释了为什么它们是未来的重要食物。该书也包含由世界最负盛名的厨师提供的配有图表的30个食谱。第一部分为豆类概述，简述了世界上豆类的主要品种。第二部分逐步解释了如何烹调豆类，需要注意哪些事项，以及使用何种调料和炊具。第三部分突出了粮农组织要向世界传递的有关豆类对以下五个方面产生的影响，即营养、健康、气候变化、生物多样性和粮食安全。第四部分以简易的园艺说明阐述了如何在小菜园及世界各地种植豆类，同时介绍了世界主要的豆类生产商、进口商和出口商。第五部分则引导读者虚拟游览世界，展现了豆类如何与本地区的历史和文化相辅相成，同时对10位国际名厨在前往市场购买豆类过程中进行访谈。这些名厨在返回餐厅或家中后，他们每人制备了简单的菜肴并介绍了自己的烹饪诀窍。如精美的配图显示，每位厨师提供了3个食谱。