The role of digital technologies in livestock traceability and trade

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The role of digital technologies in livestock traceability and trade

FAO Trade Policy Briefs No. 36 Trade & Agriculture Innovation

Year of publication 2020

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Policy brief

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Synopsis (short abstract) This policy brief provides an overview on the role of digital technologies in optimizing traceability in trade for animals and animal products. It highlights the ways in which digital technologies can the enhance performance for monitoring and controlling animal disease, managing food safety and fraud risks, complying with animal production and food standards, facilitating trade and raising consumer awareness.

Last updated date 07/10/2020 (minor layout update).

Language English

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