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Establishing an FAO commission on locusts in Caucasus and Central Asia

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Year of publication 2021

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Category High-profile

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) Regional cooperation is key for the prevention of locust damages. It allows the regular and timely exchange of information and experience between countries, which is crucial for early warning and early reaction and thus prevention. Improved national and regional management result in reduced damage to crops and rangelands, allowing to minimize negative impact to human health and the environment and alleviate financial costs. An FAO Commission established under Article XIV of its Constitution gives the highest guarantee in terms of sustainability as well as strong ownership to Member countries.

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