The FAO launched a plan on World Soil Day to fight land degradation in the Near East and North Africa.

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched an action plan on World Soil Day to combat land degradation in the Near East and North Africa through sustainable soil management. The FAO estimates that human activities have degraded 1.66 billion hectares of land, with over 60% being agricultural areas. The plan aims to strengthen soil management and promote regional cooperation. World Soil Day, celebrated annually on December 5, raises awareness about soil health and its importance for food security and combating climate change.

December 05, 2024
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