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Q&A on food safety

WEBWhat is food safety? Food safety is a science-based discipline, process or action that prevents food from containing substances that could harm a person’s health.

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URL: https://www.fao.org/food-safety/background/qa-on-food-safety/en/

One Planet, One Health

WEB04/04/2024. The interdependence of health between people, animals, plants and the environment is undeniable. The One Health approach recognizes this intricate web of …

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FAO launches global 10-year initiative to reduce the need …

WEBChongqing, China/Rome - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today announced the launch of a new action-oriented, country …

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One Health High-Level Expert Panel

WEBThe One Health High-Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP) is an interdisciplinary initiative created by FAO, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health …

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Veterinary public health

WEBVeterinary public health tackles issues affecting public health, through improving animal health. Livestock intensification, shifts in land use and food supply systems, increased …

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International Year of Plant Health 2020 FAO Food and …

WEBThe United Nations declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health (IYPH).The Year was extended until 1 July 2021 due to the postponement of some key initiatives …

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Fish and human nutrition

WEBKe facts & gures More than 3.1 billion people depend on fish for at least 20% of their total animal protein intake, and a further 1.3 billion people for 15% of animal protein intake.

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Supporting the development of stronger animal health systems: …

WEBSince its founding in November 2004, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases …

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VLC voices: Empowering women's leadership in One Health — …

WEBReflecting on the impact of the Female leadership in the One Health course, Nafinatu Abdullahi, Veterinary Paraprofessional Training Specialist at FAO Nigeri

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Global Soil Health FAO SOILS PORTAL Food and Agriculture

WEBThe main soil qualities that are considered as Soil health indicators are nutrient availability, workability, oxygen availability to roots, nutrient retention capacity, toxicity, salinity and …

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International Day of Plant Health, 12 May Food and Agriculture

WEBThe United Nations designated 12 May the International Day of Plant Health (IDPH) to raise global awareness on how protecting plant health can help end hunger, …

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FAO emphasises the role of epidemiologists in managing public …

WEB18/04/2024. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF), veterinary …

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Global Soil Health Indicators and Assessment

WEBSoil Health Indicators evaluate how well soil functions since soil function often cannot be directly measured. Measuring soil quality is an exercise in identifying soil properties that …

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FAO supports animal health vaccination campaign in Namibia

WEB20/03/2024. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is providing support to the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) within the Ministry of Agriculture, …

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Food-based dietary guidelines

WEBEat well-balanced meals with staple food, as well as main and side dishes. Eat enough grains such as rice and other cereals. Combine vegetables, fruits, milk products, beans …

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FAO Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases Africa …

WEB26/04/2024. This event brought together key stakeholders from across the Africa region to strategize, collaborate, and share insights on enhancing animal health …

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