Nature-based solutions for biodiversity, food security and health
WEBINAR
This webinar is a side event of the FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2022
Event date: 13 October 2022
Time: 11:00 – 13:00hrs (Eastern Africa Time)
Organized by: International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Nairobi, Kenya
By 2050, the world’s 9 billion people will require 60% more food, and 30% more water to ensure sustainable livelihoods. The natural resources to meet this demand are threatened by climate change and unsustainable crop, land and water management practices. Climate-resilient crop habitat managements; use of biological control, attractants and repellents to control pests and vector-borne diseases; and insect-based frass fertilizers are nature-based solutions. These conserve biodiversity, harnesses ecosystem services such as pollination, and contribute to crop productivity, soil health, food security and better livelihoods. Opportunities and challenges in scaling nature-based solutions for sustainable development will be presented and discussed. |
Agenda
Time
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Title of the Session and Speakers
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11.00–11.05
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Introduction to the topic and agenda
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11.05–11.20
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Harnessing ecosystem services for management and conservation of harmful and useful arthropods
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11.20–11.35
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Biodiversity, food security and livelihood impact of pollinator and pollination-service conservation in Africa and beyond
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11.35–11.50
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Empowering smallholder farmers to scale nature based solutions
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11.50–12.05
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Role of development partners in fostering innovations and partnerships for scaling nature-based solutions
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12.05–12.20
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Role of private sector in scaling nature-based solutions
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12.20–12.55
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Panel Discussion with speakers
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12.55–13.00
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Closing remarks
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REGISTER HERE |
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_43AQh8LKRsaBdKqG5_2IkA
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Contact |
Dr Subramanian Sevgan, email: ssubramania@icipe.org |