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Science–policy interface in action #2

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Budapest, Hungary ;

Pages 8 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) Recognizing the critical role of evidence-based decision-making in addressing food insecurity, malnutrition, and rural poverty, the brochure provides a practical framework for countries to establish or enhance their Science-Policy Interface (SPI) capacity in developing context-specific and systemic solutions for agrifood systems. Starting with a baseline assessment to visualize the current state of SPIs, the guide provides a step-by-step training methodology that simulates the process of establishing an effective SPI.This approach aims to empower countries to make informed and effective decisions in navigating the complex challenges of the agri-food sector.

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