strategy
Developing environmentally sound agricultural technology
Synonyms:
Creating environmentally sustainable farming technologies Implementation:
This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends developing environmentally sound farming technology that enhances crop yields, maintains land quality, recycles nutrients, conserves water and energy and controls pests and weeds. Broader:
Ensuring sustainable agricultural developmentDeveloping environmentally sound technologiesDeveloping technology for biodiversity conservation Narrower:
Developing integrated farm management technologiesEstablishing sustainable aquaculture development strategiesDeveloping environmentally sound technology for sustainable use of marine living resources Facilitates:
Demonstrating modern farm technologyStrengthening role of farmers in sustainable development Facilitated by:
Researching sustainable agriculture Values:
Unsustainable Subjects:
Agriculture, Fisheries → FarmingTechnology → Technology
Environment → Environment
Development → Development
Development → Sustainable development
Type Classification:
G: Very Specific strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
