Sustainability goes beyond the environment; it includes other things that people need towards quality of life. suggests what you can do to make this holiday sustainable, merry and bright.
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Land, soil, and water are essential for life on Earth. Over 95% of our food is produced on land and it all begins with soil and water. All seem unlimited, yet everything has its limits. We are stretching the resources to a point of no return. Only by working together can we bring the land, soil and water ecosystems back from the brink of collapse. Let鈥檚 manage these resources wisely to safeguard our future.
reminds us that biodiversity is the thread that keeps us together. Without it, there cannot be life on Earth and food for all. The fish we catch鈥 the livestock we rear鈥 the soil that nurtures our food鈥 the trees that give us fruits, medicinal plants, timber鈥 the water that flows beneath out feet鈥 all depend on biodiversity. The way we produce, process, and consume our food needs to change. Here are 4 ways to protect biodiversity and strengthen ecosystem services鈥
When we see the news reports on climate change, it often includes footage of factory chimneys and traffic jams. We may or may not realize that agriculture is also a key contributor. In fact, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agri-food sectors represent around 34 percent of total GHG emissions. In response, is ramping up its work to better respond to the climate crisis. One way of doing this is by spreading the use of green and climate-resilient agricultural techniques, which can help to reduce the negative impacts from the way our food is produced and reaches our plates.
To build a happy and healthy world, the Trolls want you to become a food hero too, so #ActNow! For the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, the Trolls are joining forces with the United Nations, the (FAO) and the UN Foundation to raise awareness of the important role of fruits and vegetables in creating a happy and healthy planet.
The United Nations has proclaimed 2022 as the (IYAFA 2022), with the serving as the lead agency. IYAFA 2022 will be an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of small-scale artisanal fisheries and aquaculture, including women and youth; to share the current and potential contributions to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and highlight related innovation; and to build and strengthen related support and partnerships at all levels.
By working with nature, pastoralism, the time-tested form of raising and breeding livestock, champions productivity, sustainability and animal welfare.
The comforting aromas of tea and coffee unite people all over the world. These beverages are more than just a brew, they embody hundreds of years of knowledge that spans across generations. Tea and coffee are linked to many potential health benefits, as mounting scientific evidence has shown.
To millions of farmers in the poorest parts of the world, however, tea and coffee represent a source of income, livelihoods and a ladder out of poverty. They also contribute to transforming our agri-food systems towards sustainability and resilience. These billion-dollar industries fuel entire economies. Smallholder farmers and farming households are at the forefront of these sectors, producing 60% of the global tea supply and 80% of the coffee supply.
To learn more about tea and coffee, visit:
- (WFD 2021)
- WFD 2021 Side event: Dialogue on Tea and Coffee - A talk show-style dialogue that explores the cultural significance and economic importance of tea and coffee ()
While human activity has already influenced the climate, there are opportunities to mitigate its effects on Planet Earth. Back in April, four astronauts, including FAO Goodwill Ambassador Thomas Pesquet, travelled into space. They carried out a series of scientific experiments set to contribute to the fight against climate change and support global food security.
Producers: Charlotta Lomas, Anais Hotin, Marina S谩nchez Castelo.
Presenter: Charlotta Lomas, FAO.
Photo credit: 漏 ESA / NASA.
Sound effects provided by ESA and NASA.
What did you dream of becoming when you were a child?
An astronaut?
A firefighter?
A veterinarian?
Today, 160 million children are trapped in child labour. Most of them in agriculture.
We need to #StopChildLabour so all children can work on their dreams.
and the Arbor Day Foundation started the Tree Cities of the World programme, a collaborative effort to encourage cities and towns around the globe to invest in, properly maintain and sustainably manage urban forests and trees. 2019 was the first year of eligibility for this worldwide initiative and 68 cities from 17 countries were recognised for their commitment to urban forestry. The programme has since almost doubled and now includes 120 cities from 23 countries.
鈥淥ur actions are our future and the future is in our hands! We can all become food heroes Do it for the people, do it for the land!鈥 The song created for was written and produced by Garry McCarthy. Music & video produced by GMCBeats at The Kabin Studio. Lyrics performed by children in Armenia, Cameroon, Chile, China, Ireland & Lebanon.
Before food reaches our plates, it travels a long way. illustrates how every stage of that journey makes up our agri-food systems. Farming, fishing, livestock-rearing, storing, transporting, selling, buying, eating, and disposing of our food are all part of these complex systems. The systems also include all the non-food products that come from agriculture, like cotton and forest products. Our actions and choices can help these systems become more sustainable.
has launched the , a key tool for halting and boosting productivity. The map estimates that there are more than 833 million hectares of salt-affected soils around the globe (8.7% of the planet). Most of them can be found in naturally arid or semi-arid environments in Africa, Asia and Latin America. However, the map also shows that 20 to 50 percent of irrigated soils in all continents are too salty, meaning over 1.5 billion people worldwide face significant challenges in growing food due to soil degradation.
Thomas Pesquet, a European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut and , advocates for climate action. He promotes awareness of FAO鈥檚 science-based work with countries to transform agri-food systems and improve food security, improve access to sustainable healthy diets and tackle food waste. As an astronaut, he is in a unique position to garner his experience and knowledge on space technology to raise awareness about these issues.