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Human activities that harm marine life, undermine coastal communities, and negatively impact human health are degrading the ocean. In response, the United Nations has formally adopted a historic treaty to protect life in the high seas. Image Source: UNEP Coastal areas, where 40% of the world’s people live, and 12 of the 15 biggest cities …
High Seas Treaty: A Lifeline for Marine Biodiversity Read More »
FAO, along with ADB, EBRD, CAF, and IOC/UNESCO is leading the Clean and Healthy Oceans Integrated Program, an initiative to reduce land-based pollution that affects coastal environments and large marine ecosystems. Image Source: UNESCO Oxygen levels in the oceans have dropped by almost 2 percent since the 1950s, leading to dead zones or hypoxic areas, …
Building partnerships for sustainable agri-food systems and the environment Read More »
The Senate approved the Blue Economy Act on its third and final reading, reflecting a commitment to the sustainable use of the Philippines’ oceanic resources for economic growth, enhanced livelihoods, and the health of ocean ecosystems. Image Source: Senate of the Philippines In a significant move toward sustainable development, the Senate has approved the Blue …
House Bill No. 5702 aims to alleviate the financial burdens of hundreds of thousands of agricultural land tillers and fisherfolks by writing off millions in accumulated interest, penalties, and surcharges on their loans. The House of Representatives approved House Bill No. 5702, or the Agrarian and Agricultural Loan Restructuring and Condonation Act, with 271 votes. …
Destructive activities such as large-scale mining and infrastructure activities have left more than half of the key basins in the Philippines unprotected, posing severe threats to watersheds. Image Source: Philippine Star Watersheds play a crucial role in regulating floods, droughts, and other extreme weather events, as well as in managing water resources, and providing habitats …
The agricultural sector, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts. Given its crucial role, urgent action is necessary to reduce its environmental impacts and protect it from the worst effects of global warming. Image Source: Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) …
Empowering smallholders farmers for climate resilience Read More »
Given the threat posed to biodiversity and ecosystem services by human activities, it is imperative to prioritize their protection, restoration, and valuation. Such measures are essential to ensure sustainable, long-term economic prosperity for all. Image Source: International Finance Corporation According to the World Economic Forum, half of the global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) depends on …
Enhancing livelihoods and safeguarding the planet through biodiversity finance Read More »
The online panel discussion conducted by DOST-PCAARRD during National Women’s Month underscores both the enduring struggles and progress in the journey towards women’s empowerment in the Philippines. The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) through the Gender and Development and Special Projects Unit …
Current struggles for women empowerment in the Philippines Read More »
The establishment of women-led fish harvesting groups in Bandarban, Bangladesh, has provided affordable fish harvesting services to local fish farmers, increasing their income and livelihoods. Image Source: WorldFish Women have significant roles along the aquaculture value chain. According to World Bank estimates, women perform roughly 1.4 million of the 17.8 million jobs in the industry. …
Women’s engagement in aquaculture can increase fish farmers’ income and livelihoods Read More »
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) assessed women’s participation in all aspects of agrifood systems, both on and off farms, using the framework for gendered agrifood systems. Image Source: FAO Drawing upon the framework proposed by Njuki et al. (2022), FAO emphasized women’s involvement across all stages of agrifood systems, encompassing …
Women’s participation in all parts of agrifood systems Read More »