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ProjectFactsheetEnhancing Rice Value Chains in Côte d'Ivoire, United Republic of Tanzania and Philippines - GCP/GLO/229/ROK 2025
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Côte d'Ivoire, the Philippines, and the United Republic of Tanzania share common challenges that hinder the development of rice production and the entire rice value chain. These include low productivity of rice farms and lack of adequate technology and skills for rice processing, resulting in poor quality that reduces the competitiveness of local rice against imports. Other key challenges that constrain the development of the sector include inadequate and limited mechanization of rice value chain activities, inefficient production and provision of quality seeds and other inputs in sufficient quantities and in a timely manner, poor development and/or rehabilitation of rice lands, and lack of water control. Despite the challenges faced by these countries, some Asian countries have already demonstrated that with the right investments, policies and effective political will, accompanied by good agronomic practices and capacity-building activities, countries can increase their national rice production. To address these challenges, the project targeted the three countries mentioned above with the aim of improving rice value chains through South-South Cooperation. -
ProjectFactsheetImproving biodiversity conservation and strengthening livelihoods in Ghana-Côte D’ivoire Border Area - GCP/RAF/447/GFF 2019
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A network of forest reserves and shelterbelts in southeastern Côte d’Ivoire and southwestern Ghana exists, currently serving as a priority landscape that provides the habitat for a number of scattered elephant populations and other endemic or threatened species. As human activities expand and the process of habitat fragmentation accelerates, these animals are severely threatened and face increasing risk of extinction, as they become further isolated from each other. The identified area is an important biodiversity hotspot with an increasing population, in which people engage in subsistence agriculture and depend heavily on bush meat. Human-wildlife conflict has also been on the rise in the area, with little action taken to address the problem. In this context, the project aimed to establish a viable and sustainable Trans-frontier Conservation Area, linking forest reserves and protected areas in and around Bia in Ghana and Diambarakro in Côte d’Ivoire. -
Book (series)Technical studyEtude comparative de la mise en oeuvre des plans fonciers ruraux en Afrique de l’ouest : Benin, Burkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire 2005
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No results found.Quels enseignements peut-on tirer des expériences de mise en œuvre des Plans fonciers ruraux dans la perspective de la formulation de politiques et de législations foncières adaptées en Afrique de l’Ouest et d’amélioration des stratégies de sécurisation foncière des droits des producteurs ruraux ? La présente étude vise à répondre à une telle question à travers une analyse de la mise en œuvre des opérations de Plan foncier rural au Bénin, au Burkina et en Côte d’Ivoire. Il s’agira d e rendre compte de la diversité des pratiques mises en oeuvre en fonction ocaux. L’intérêt majeur de la présente étude réside dans son caractère comparatif. La comparaison offrira des opportunités d’apprendre des leçons plus riches à travers la diversité des expériences conduites, et la variabilité des réponses apportées à des questions parfois identiques. On s’interrogera en définitive sur la possibilité de généraliser ou non les approches PFR.
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Book (stand-alone)Technical bookDigital agriculture in action
ArtificiaI intelligence for agriculture
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No results found.This publication on artificial intelligence (AI) for agriculture is the fifth in the E-agriculture in Action series, launched in 2016 and jointly produced by FAO and ITU. It aims to raise awareness about existing AI applications in agriculture and to inspire stakeholders to develop and replicate the new ones. Improvement of capacity and tools for capturing and processing data and substantial advances in the field of machine learning open new horizons for data-driven solutions that can support decision-making, facilitate supervision and monitoring, improve the timeliness and effectiveness of safety measures (e.g. use of pesticides), and support automation of many resource-consuming tasks in agriculture. This publication presents the reader with a collection of informative applications highlighting various ways AI is used in agriculture and offering valuable insights on the implementation process, success factors, and lessons learnt. -
Book (stand-alone)Manual / guideProcessing of fresh-cut tropical fruits and vegetables: A technical guide 2010
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No results found.There has been a marked upward trend in production and consumption of fruits and vegetables in Asia and the Pacific in recent years. Along with rising consumer demand has come greater awareness of food safety issues and increased need for convenience and quality. Selection of high quality horticultural produce for processing and implementation of good practices during processing operations are required to assure both the quality of the produce and the safety of the final product. This technical guide reviews, from a theoretical and practical perspective, the critical issues that must be addressed for fresh-cut produce to meet consumer demand for convenience, quality and safety. A case study on fresh-cut processing in Thailand is included. The guide should be of practical value to small processors, trainers and extension workers who provide support to individuals engaged in production of fresh-cut tropical produce for sale. -
Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food and Agriculture 2019
Moving forward on food loss and waste reduction
2019The need to reduce food loss and waste is firmly embedded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Food loss and waste reduction is considered important for improving food security and nutrition, promoting environmental sustainability and lowering production costs. However, efforts to reduce food loss and waste will only be effective if informed by a solid understanding of the problem. This report provides new estimates of the percentage of the world’s food lost from production up to the retail level. The report also finds a vast diversity in existing estimates of losses, even for the same commodities and for the same stages in the supply chain. Clearly identifying and understanding critical loss points in specific supply chains – where considerable potential exists for reducing food losses – is crucial to deciding on appropriate measures. The report provides some guiding principles for interventions based on the objectives being pursued through food loss and waste reductions, be they in improved economic efficiency, food security and nutrition, or environmental sustainability.