Publications
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International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management – Guidance on options for reducing risk when phasing out pesticides
07/2025
This FAO-WHO guidance document provides a roadmap for governments and stakeholders to safely phase out hazardous pesticides. It offers practical tools and real-world examples to help countries, especially low- and middle-income nations, manage the legal and social challenges of pesticide withdrawal. The guide promotes transparency, enforcement, and the use of safer alternatives, making it a key resource for anyone involved in pesticide regulation, public health, or sustainable development.
Field survey guidance for Spodoptera frugiperda
07/2025
This field survey guidance document provides a protocol for technical personnel of national plant protection organizations (NPPOs) to monitor, detect, collect samples, and identify the fall armyworm pest, Spodoptera frugiperda. The guidance, which includes visuals and trap recommendations, is designed to support effective phytosanitary decision-making and protect trade.
African armyworm technical manual
07/2025
This technical manual provides essential guidance for extension service providers and farmer communities to manage African armyworm in smallholder cropping systems. It includes modules on pest identification, life cycle, regional distribution, data collection, reporting, and community-based monitoring and forecasting.
Report of the First FAO Technical Workshop on the Implementation of One Country One Priority Product Initiative for Demonstration Countries
06/2025
This report summarizes the First FAO Technical Workshop on the OCOP Initiative, held from 15 to 18 July 2024 in Sanya, China with experts from 16 OCOP demonstration countries. It highlights shared strategies on national leadership, value chains, and collaboration to advance sustainable development of Special Agricultural Products and strengthen agrifood systems globally.
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A guide to the World Bee Day 2025
05/2025
Bees and other pollinators are essential for sustainable agriculture and ecological balance, enabling the production of over 75% of global crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. This guide is useful to learn about their vital role, take action, and help protect them for a healthier planet and sustainable agrifood systems. Bee inspired by nature to nourish us al!