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Book (stand-alone)Phytosanitary systems and agricultural development: modelling the impact of phytosanitary capacity evaluations in Africa 2025
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This study investigates the long-term impact of phytosanitary capacity development on agricultural trade, economic performance, and rural livelihoods in Africa, using the phytosanitary capacity evaluation (PCE) framework developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). Drawing on a combination of literature review, stakeholder engagement, and system dynamics modeling, the study analyzes the effects of one-time and repeated phytosanitary interventions across two regional clusters: high-value export-oriented economies (cluster 1) and emerging export economies (cluster 2). The results demonstrate that while single interventions (scenario 1) can produce short-term gains in plant health, trade efficiency, and food security, these benefits tend to dissipate without sustained investment and institutional reinforcement. In contrast, scenario 2 featuring three interventions at five-year intervals yielded durable improvements across all key indicators, including phytosanitary capacity, export volumes, agricultural GDP, employment, and migration. The study highlights the importance of embedding phytosanitary reforms into national legal frameworks, aligning efforts with regional trade agreements such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and promoting integrated, cross-sectoral coordination. It concludes that long-term, programmatic approaches are essential for building resilient plant health systems capable of supporting sustainable agriculture, inclusive trade, and economic transformation across the continent. -
Book (stand-alone)Global science–policy interfaces related to agrifood systems: a desktop review of structures and common patterns 2024
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No results found.This background paper to the guidance that FAO is developing on strengthening science–policy interfaces (SPIs) for agrifood systems at the national level sets provides information about the structures and patterns common to global SPIs. It aims to: 1) provide a broad overview and comparison of how international SPIs work, 2) identify a set of categories that are relevant to the work of SPIs, 3) present a systematic, comparative analysis based on publicly available data, 4) draw preliminary conclusions based on findings, and 5) suggest further avenues for study. The conceptual framework identifies three key components of SPIs that, operating together, have the potential to anticipate and respond to needs and demands for both policy and science. Governance comprises the formal and informal rules and procedures for operation and integration among the numerous actors at the interface of science and policy. Co-production specifies the mechanisms by which diverse stakeholders and knowledge types are integrated and recognized in SPI activities. Learning represents the intention and capacity of the SPI to gain insights from what works and what does not work as it carries out its tasks. The findings show that across SPIs, patterning of the three components varies. -
Book (stand-alone)Advancing clean cooking for climate action
Pathways to higher tier solutions and scaled investment
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No results found.The information in this report strengthens clean cooking references in national policies and NDC's for climate action. It underscores the urgent need to integrate clean cooking solutions into climate and development strategies, particularly as countries prepare enhanced nationally determined contributions (NDCs) ahead of COP30. It aims to reposition clean cooking as a strategic priority, not only for household energy access but as a key driver of climate mitigation, public health, gender equality, and sustainable development.
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