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ProjectFactsheetImproving Fruit and Berry Production in Mongolia - TCP/MON/3605 2021
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No results found.In 2015 annual fruit and berry consumption in Mongolia was estimated at 8 4 kilograms per capita, well below the World Health Organization’s recommendation of 87 kilograms for adults Although, historically, Mongolia has been cultivating and propagating fruit and berries since the 1960 s, limited support for research organizations and the collapse of state farms contributed to a drastic reduction in their production by the end of 1980 s Consequently, in 2015 Mongolia produced 1 400 tonnes of fruit and berries, accounting for only 1 percent of domestic consumption and necessitating the import of 29 100 tonnes to meet demand Since the Mongolian diet is largely based on protein and carbohydrate consumption (meat and wheat), the population is susceptible to vitamin and mineral deficiencies Thus, the Government is eager to address this concern by increasing the production, market variety and consumption of local fruit and berries In order to achieve this, however, technical expertise in the fruit and berry production sector require development, funding for research institutions needs to be increased and labour shortages compel further exploration of opportunities for the mechanization of farming The project aims to build upon the Seabuckthorn National Programme, which was initiated by the Government in 2010 Additionally, the project supports the State Policy on Food and Agriculture, which focuses on increasing the variety of locally grown fruit and berries, enhancing their competitiveness in both domestic and international markets, developing value chains in the fruit and berry sector and improving production methods. -
ProjectFactsheetImproving Sustainability in Tropical Fruit Value Chains - GCP/GLO/022/GER 2025
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No results found.The tropical fruit sector is crucial for developing countries, with significant international trade that has grown steadily. In 2024, global exports of the four major tropical fruits – avocados, mangoes, pineapples and papayas – reached a peak value of USD 11 billion (in constant 2014–2016 dollar terms). Tropical fruits are vital not only for food security but also for economic development. However, the industry faces significant challenges, including environmental concerns such as agrochemical pollution, and social issues like labour rights violations, poor working conditions, and unequal economic benefits. Furthermore, the sector contends with imbalanced value distribution and market concentration.Although some businesses have adopted responsible business conduct (RBC) practices, the complexity of the value chains and the need for cooperation make sustainability a collective responsibility. The COVID-19 pandemic added new challenges, disrupting supply chains, labour availability and markets, exacerbating already existing issues. Nevertheless, companies that managed the impacts of the pandemic while adhering to international standards were able to improve their resilience and long-term viability. FAO developed a project to promote sustainable practices and enhance resilience to shocks, combining long-term sustainability efforts with more immediate responses to shocks and other challenges, drawing on internationally endorsed standards, such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)-FAO Guidance for Responsible Agricultural Supply Chains (OECD-FAO Guidance) and the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) Principles for Responsible Investment in Agriculture and Food Systems. This project (GCP/GLO/022/GER) supported a network of companies committed to enhancing resilience and sustainability in tropical fruit value chains, focusing on actors working with avocado and pineapple. -
ProjectFactsheetBuilding Sustainable Tropical Fruit Value Chains Globally - GCP/GLO/022/GER 2021
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No results found.The tropical fruit sector is very important in many developing countries, as it provides incomes and jobs for hundreds of thousands of farmers and other workers, contributing to the enhancement of livelihoods and food security in these countries. In addition, tropical fruit exports generate substantial earnings for several developing countries, and their unit value is the highest among fruits and vegetables. Tropical fruits are also part of a healthy diet for millions of people. Despite its importance, the sector faces significant sustainability issues (environmental, economic and social), which have been compounded by the impacts of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) pandemic. This project was formulated to mitigate these issues by fostering the development of more sustainable and responsible tropical fruit value chains though multistakeholder engagement. The project will initially prioritize work with the private sector (companies, trade associations and producer organizations) due to its central role in these value chains. This includes facilitating collaboration between relevant actors and capacity development activities to strengthen producer organizations and other private sector actors so that they may participate actively in the development of these value chains.
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BookletCorporate general interestEmissions due to agriculture
Global, regional and country trends 2000–2018
2021Also available in:
No results found.The FAOSTAT emissions database is composed of several data domains covering the categories of the IPCC Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) sector of the national GHG inventory. Energy use in agriculture is additionally included as relevant to emissions from agriculture as an economic production sector under the ISIC A statistical classification, though recognizing that, in terms of IPCC, they are instead part of the Energy sector of the national GHG inventory. FAO emissions estimates are available over the period 1961–2018 for agriculture production processes from crop and livestock activities. Land use emissions and removals are generally available only for the period 1990–2019. This analytical brief focuses on overall trends over the period 2000–2018. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureSustainable food systems: Concept and framework 2018
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No results found.The brief will be uploaded in the Sustainable Food Value Chain Knowledge Platform website http://www.fao.org/sustainable-food-value-chains/home/en/ and it will be distributed internally through ES Updates, the Sustainable Food Value Chain Technical Network and upcoming Sustainable Food Value Chain trainings in Suriname, Namibia, HQ and Egypt. -
Book (series)NewsletterSpecial report – 2023 FAO Crop and Food Supply Assessment Mission (CFSAM) to the Republic of the Sudan
19 March 2024
2024Also available in:
No results found.Between 2 and 17 January 2024, following a request by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MoA&F), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in close cooperation with the Food Security Technical Secretariat (FSTS) and the State Ministries of Agriculture, carried out its annual Crop and Food Supply Assessment Mission (CFSAM) to estimate the 2023 crop production and assess the food supply situation throughout the 18 states of the country. The report's recommendations are to provide immediate response to the needs of the population most affected by acute food insecurity as well as to support the recovery of the agriculture sector, increasing food production and farmers’ incomes, and enhancing efficiency along the value chain to reduce production costs.