Sustainable mechanization as a means to empower women processors in Benin

05/2023

This flyer presents the gender responsive approach to mechanization piloted in Benin. In 2020, the government of Benin developed the National Strategy for Agricultural Mechanization (SNMA) – with FAO’s financial and technical assistance – presenting a clear vision and priorities for agricultural mechanization.

Guide to regulation of wood packaging material

03/2023

This guide provides comprehensive, yet easy to understand, information to improve the understanding of International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) No. 15 (Regulation of wood packaging material in international trade).

Locusts and Transboundary Plant Pests and Diseases

10/2022

Over the years, FAO has played a fundamental role in tackling plant pests and diseases worldwide, including locusts. This publication is designed to provide technical officers, stakeholders, policymakers and donors with a better understanding of FAO's role in tackling transboundary plant pests and diseases (TPPDs), including FAO's actions and instruments for TPPDs early warning, prevention, and control.

Manual for the implementation of environmental, health, and safety standards for the control of locusts

07/2022

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) for the control of the Desert Locust define the procedures that should be followed in a Desert Locust control campaign to minimize the impact of the use of insecticides on human health and the environment.

How to invest in farmers? A guide for agriculture human capital investment projects

04/2023

Investing in farmers – or agriculture human capital – is crucial to addressing challenges in our agrifood systems. A global study carried that looks at agriculture human capital investments, from recent trends to promising initiatives.