Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization

02/2024

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized the first-ever Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization (GAMC), with the theme “Efficiency, Inclusiveness and Resilience”. This event provided a neutral forum for focused dialogues to prioritise actions and strengthen technical networks for sustainable development of agricultural mechanization.

Post-harvest management: bridging gaps and embracing innovations

07/2024

This publication contributes to ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing post-harvest loss (PHL) through capacity development and knowledge sharing. It aims to enhance understanding of the gaps in post-harvest management and how to address them. The publication highlights the importance of reducing post-harvest losses (PHL) in developing countries by integrating gender perspectives, providing support to agribusiness and entrepreneurship, and promoting climate change adaptation.

Catalyzing the efficiency and sustainability of Azerbaijan’s hazelnut sector

06/2022

The project entitled “Catalyzing the efficiency and sustainability of Azerbaijan’s hazelnut sector” (HAZER) is implemented under the FAO-Azerbaijan Partnership Programme (FAPP) by the Ministry of Agriculture of Azerbaijan and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with an objective of empowering smallholder farmers to adopt Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) to improve the production efficiency of hazelnut.

Production practices to increase yield, quality and safety of fruits and vegetables

05/2024

Find out how to increase yield, quality and safety of fruits and vegetables. Healthy plants contribute to enhanced productivity and profitability. Moreover, fruits and vegetables from robust plants exhibit greater appeal to consumers, boasting extended shelf life, heightened nutritional content, and reduced microbial and chemical risks—factors that not only bolster safety and nutrition but also elevate market value and accessibility.

Proceedings of the FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization

06/2024

The Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization (GAMC) organized by FAO from 27 to 29 September 2023 provided a neutral platform for global stakeholders to discuss sustainable agricultural mechanization for agrifood systems transformation.