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Field survey guidance for Thaumatotibia leucotreta
No full textThis survey guidance provides easy-to-follow guidelines for technical personnel of national plant protection organizations (NPPOs) to monitor Thaumatotibia leucotreta, a major plant pest commonly known as the false codling moth. Recognized as a priority pest by countries involved in the Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP), an initiative of the International Plant Protection Convention, this pest affects over 50 plant species, such as peppers, citrus, cotton and avocado, and can thrive in marginal conditions. The guidance provides a protocol to aid in the monitoring, detection, sample collection and identification of Thaumatotibia leucotreta, ensuring effective phytosanitary decision-makingto manage the pest risk and protect trade in plants and plant products. This document includes visuals and guidance on recommended pest trapping and serves to complement the digital tools available to NPPO plant health inspectors through the APP mobile application and Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms. By using this survey protocol for regular pest monitoring, countries will strengthen their pest outbreak early warning systems, enhance their resilience against plant pests of regulatory, economic, and environmental concern, including Thaumatotibia leucotreta, and strengthen compliance with international phytosanitary standards
Story by Rosa Rullo Callau
No full textEsta historia presenta las experiencias y opiniones de agricultores familiares que lideran el camino hacia una mayor sostenibilidad en los sistemas agroalimentarios mediante la combinación de conocimientos tradicionales e innovación. La historia en sí muestra cómo los agricultores familiares están conservando y restaurando la biodiversidad, adaptándose al cambio climático y/o gestionando de forma sostenible los recursos naturales. Esta historia fue seleccionada entre 273 historias recibidas de 68 países de todo el mundo a través de una convocatoria abierta celebrada en 2025, titulada “Convocatoria mundial de historias: Los agricultores familiares en el centro de los sistemas agroalimentarios sostenibles y resistentes al clima”, dirigida por la Plataforma de Conocimientos sobre la Agricultura Familiar (PCAF) de la FAO, la Unidad de Colaboración de la Agricultura Familiar, Redes Parlamentarias e Iniciativas de Desarrollo Comunitario de la FAO y una coalición de Aliados
Intelligent Collections of Food Legumes for European Agrofood Systems
No full textThe INCREASE project is a six-year initiative funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 programme, dedicated to enhancing the management and use of genetic resources of four major food legumes—chickpea, common bean, lentil, and lupin—to support sustainability, food security, and biodiversity. Coordinated by Università Politecnica delle Marche (Italy), the project unites 25 partners from 13 countries and several international organizations. INCREASE develops innovative tools and methods for the conservation of agricultural biodiversity, emphasizing participation, open science, and advanced digital infrastructure. The project introduces “Intelligent Collections,” nested core collections that represent the full genetic diversity of each crop, making them accessible for research, breeding, and sustainable use. A key feature is the Citizen Science Experiment, which engages thousands of participants across Europe in the conservation and evaluation of legume genetic resources, fostering public involvement and data collection. INCREASE leverages cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence and blockchain, to facilitate secure data sharing and germplasm exchange. The project contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, and Life on Land. Through its inclusive approach and scientific achievements, INCREASE was awarded the 2024 EU Grand Prize for Citizen Science. The project’s outcomes include improved data management, decentralized conservation, and global benefit-sharing, advancing both scientific knowledge and societal engagement in agricultural biodiversit
Advancing gender equality in Europe and Central Asia: update on the progress made - ECA/44/25/7
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Edible seaweed food guide
No full textThis manual provides a practical guide for preparing seaweed-based foods in China, and it aims to raise global awareness of the nutritional and culinary potential of edible seaweeds. Seaweed is abundant across global marine ecosystems and has been consumed by humans for thousands of years. It includes a wide variety of taxa, such as cyanobacteria, microalgae and macroalgae (commonly referred to as seaweed). Increasingly recognized as a nutritious and sustainable food source, seaweed is rich in proteins, vitamins, unsaturated fatty acids, polysaccharides, dietary fibre and essential minerals.In addition to their nutritional benefits, edible seaweeds offer distinctive sensory attributes, such as an umami taste and a pleasant crunchy texture, which have made them integral to culinary traditions in many coastal communities, particularly in China. The growing interest in sustainable, plant-based and health-promoting foods underscores seaweed’s potential to contribute to global food and nutrition security.This manual begins with an overview of the development of the seaweed industry in China and a discussion of the nutritional composition of various edible species. It then provides detailed guidance on the preparation of foods using 16 common seaweed species from the red algae (including Porphyra, Gelidium amansii, Gracilaria, Chondrus ocellatus, Eucheuma and Bangia atropurpurea), brown algae (including Laminaria japonica, Undaria pinnatifida, Sargassum fusiforme and Durvillaea antarctica), green algae (including Ulva prolifera, Caulerpa lentillifera, Monostroma nitidum, Enteromorpha Prolifera and Chlorella Vulgaris) and other algae (including Spirulina). Both industrial and household processing methods are described, and each recipe includes information on ingredients, nutritional content and preparation steps. This manual also categorizes seaweed-based products into types such as intermediate products, ready-to-eat items, home-cooked dishes and functional foods. By documenting innovative applications and sharing practical knowledge, this manual seeks to promote the broader use of seaweed in diverse dietary contexts and to support efforts toward healthy, sustainable and inclusive food systems
A collaborative global partnership to scale integrated fire management
No full textQR code leaflet for the fire hub booth at the 80th anniversary exhibition
Pacific International Inc.
No full textThis report, fundamentally an energy and water assessment for Pacific International Inc. (PII) provides a detailed evaluation of the proposed energy, water, and operational infrastructure enhancements at their dock in Majuro, the Marshall Islands. The assessment highlights key upgrades aimed at boosting site efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and ensuring long-term operational sustainability through renewable energy systems, cold storage solutions, and comprehensive infrastructure modernization
Guidebook for evaluating fisheries co-management effectiveness. Annex 1. Assessment sheet for the evaluation of the design and performance of the fisheries co-management system
No full textThe "Guidebook for evaluating fisheries co-management effectiveness" provides a flexible and practical framework for assessing co-management systems at fishery, community, or sector levels. It offers a step-by-step evaluation process, including planning, data collection, analysis, and reporting, to help enhance environmental, social, and economic sustainability and good governance in fisheries. The guidebook is designed for diverse fisheries management contexts and includes practical tools and resources. Annex 1 contains an assessment sheet for the evaluation of the design and performance of the fisheries co-management system