Publications FAO- Mai 2021

 

FAO publications update May 2021 / Issue #47

HIGHLIGHTS

Europe and Central Asia – Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2020   Affordable healthy diets to address all forms of malnutrition for better health According to this situation analysis, the COVID-19 pandemic has posed serious threats to food security and nutrition in the region, especially for low-income and vulnerable populations. Also available in Russian. A device-friendly format is available in English and Russian. 140 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251341391 Download PDF

YUNGA learning and action series – Challenge badges Pollinators challenge badge This publication is designed to educate children and young people about the importance of pollinators for people and the planet, and how to help safeguard them against extinction. 180 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251344439 Download PDF

The importance of bee-ing pollinators World Bee Day has been an opportunity to raise awareness of the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy. Browse a selection of FAO publications offering guidance, tools and analysis on pollinators. Read more

AGRICULTURE

Assessment of the fertilizer market and bulk procurement system in the United Republic of Tanzania Policy report This report indicates that the proposed bulk procurement system may not reduce fertilizer prices for farmers and could compromise market competition. It suggests piloting the system with careful review and evaluation before implementation. 52 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251342411 Download PDF

Mapping of salt-affected soils Technical manual This book provides technical guidelines and approaches for developing harmonized multiscale mapping of salt-affected soils. It has three sections covering background information, methodological procedures, and information-sharing and resource mobilization. Also available in Spanish. 112 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251326879 Download PDF

Unlocking the potential of protected agriculture in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council  Saving water and improving nutrition Lack of renewable water resources has hampered sustainable development in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. In an effort to improve water management, this publication showcases innovative practices such as desalination of seawater and new greenhouse technologies. 216 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251341919 Download PDF

ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND HEALTH

FAO animal production and health guidelines Carcass management guidelines Effective disposal of animal carcasses and contaminated materials on small to medium-sized farms The guidelines provide carcass waste management recommendations, as well as procedures for veterinary services and official authorities to use when developing animal disease outbreak containment and eradication plans. Also available in  Arabic, French, Russian and Spanish. 45 pages | 176 x 250 mm | ISBN 9789251337431 Download PDF

CLIMATE CHANGE

Environment and natural resources management working papers Koronivia Joint Work on Agriculture Analysis of submissions on topics 2(e) and 2(f) This analysis summarizes the views submitted by parties and observers in October 2020 on two KJWA topics. Topic 2(e) focuses on improving livestock management systems, while topic 2(f) looks at socioeconomic and food security dimensions of climate change in the agricultural sector.    40 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251342510 Download PDF

ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Coffee value chain analysis Opportunities for youth employment in Uganda Most young people in Uganda involved in the coffee value chain are casual laborers with low pay. To enhance their employment, the study suggests developing by-laws to enable access to land and supporting small businesses through revolving funds. 106 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251330982 Download PDF

Engaging with small and medium agrifood enterprises to guide policy making A qualitative research methodological guide Building upon Porter’s value chain model, this methodology was developed to better understand the role of small and medium agrifood enterprises (SMAE) in food systems transformation. The manual provides guidance on designing interview questionnaires and analysing data. 78 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251342404 Download PDF

Oilcrops complex – Policy changes and industry measures Annual compendium 2020 This compendium offers an overview of global and national markets for oilcrops and derived products by presenting policy changes and news items published in 2020 in the FAO Oilcrops Monthly Price and Policy Update (MPPU). 92 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251343906 Download PDF

Public expenditure on food and agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa  Trends, challenges and priorities This report tracks and analyses the level and composition of public expenditure on food and agriculture in thirteen countries in sub-Saharan Africa from 2004 through 2018. 120 pages | 210 x 297 mm | ISBN 9789251343449 Download PDF

Responsible land-based investments in the Mekong region  A comparative analysis of the legal frameworks of Cambodia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Myanmar and Viet Nam This study provides an assessment of the legal frameworks in the four countries of the Mekong region. It aims to analyse whether safeguards for tenure rights and tenure rights holders can be identified in legal provisions applicable to land-based investment decisions. 72 pages | 210 x 210 mm | ISBN 9789251341681 Download PDF