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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureClimate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction - Technologies and practices for small agricultural producers - TECA 2019
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TECA’s thematic page on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. You can discover technologies and practices that help to adapt to climate change and transform agricultural systems to be more productive and resilient to natural hazards. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureEvidence-based Climate Change Adaptation and Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems 2014
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No results found.Climate change will present significant challenges for the agriculture sector in Asia. Future changes could be highly disruptive to regional rice systems creating potentially negative implications for food security. Building on existing work FAO is undertaking in the Philippines (AMICAF project) and Thailand, FAO produces information and knowledge products for policy makers to better understand climate impacts on the region’s rice productivity and markets, and to better manage climate risks to t he rice sector. Assessments of climate change impacts and policy simulations are aided by modelling frameworks. They provide the evidence needed to inform climate change adaptation planning and policies.We are conducting one region-wide assessment that looks at the role of agricultural investments in rice price volatility, and national assessments for the Philippines (government expenditure and domestic rice market) and Lao PDR (climate impacts on domestic rice yield). -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe role of information and communication technologies for community-based adaptation to climate change 2010
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Book (stand-alone)Technical reportDesalination for agricultural development: Addressing opportunities and challenges in the context of climate change and the global agricultural commodity market
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No results found.The integration of desalination into agricultural practices presents a transformative opportunity to address water scarcity in a rapidly changing climate. This guidance document has highlighted the technological advances, agronomic opportunities, economic challenges, environmental impacts and social considerations associated with doing so.Technologically, desalination has evolved significantly, offering viable solutions for both seawater and brackish water, with reverse osmosis leading the way. However, the high costs and energy requirements of desalination remain significant challenges, particularly for widespread agricultural use. Innovations in energy efficiency, brine management, and the potential for resource recovery from brine are promising developments that could lower costs and environmental impacts in the future.Agronomically, desalinated water can support high-value crops, and it has the potential to support food security in regions facing severe water scarcity. However, the unique chemical composition of desalinated water, including low nutrient content and the potential for phytotoxicity, necessitates careful management to avoid adverse effects on soil health and crop productivity. Blending desalinated water with water from other sources and adjusting fertilization practices can mitigate some of these concerns.Economically, the viability of desalination for agriculture depends on the value of the crops being irrigated, the proximity of desalination plants to agricultural lands, and the availability of financing mechanisms. The high cost of desalinated water requires targeted subsidies, public–private partnerships, and innovative financing models to make it accessible and sustainable for farmers, particularly in developing regions. Further research is needed to analyse the costs and benefits of desalination for “strategic” crops in water-scarce areas – such as cereals and animal fodder – which are intended to contribute to food security.Environmental sustainability is a critical consideration, with desalination’s energy intensity and brine disposal posing significant risks. The shift towards renewable energy sources and the development of brine valorization strategies are essential steps towards reducing the environmental footprint of desalination. Moreover, the potential for desalination to contribute to aquifer recharge and prevent overextraction of freshwater resources offers additional environmental benefits. -
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