The Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) are agroecosystems inhabited by communities that live in an intricate relationship with their territory. These evolving sites are resilient systems characterized by remarkable agrobiodiversity, traditional knowledge, invaluable cultures and landscapes, sustainably managed by farmers, herders, fisherfolk, and forest people in ways that contribute to their livelihoods and food security. Through the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems Programme, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has designated over 80 sites around the world. Read more
Tune In: Explore sustainable production in our GIAHS-based agrifood systems webinar!
Date: 25- 26 April 2024
The webinar will showcase four GIAHS sites that exemplify long-standing agricultural practices for sustainable agricultural production and agrifood supply chain enhancement, leveraging traditional knowledge and practices. It aims to facilitate the sharing of insights and experiences.