This paper provides a working definition of and a conceptual framework for categorising the socio-cultural impacts of marine plastic pollution. It also highlights the three dimensions of socio-cultural impacts, such as lifestyle, mental health, and cultural and heritage impact, and also characterises and suggests ways in which socio-cultural impacts can be assessed and recognised. This paper also highlights the policy and management options for addressing the impacts of marine plastic pollution in socially meaningful and equitable ways.
Estonia’s Agricultural Plastics Policy outlines regulations for managing, recycling, and reducing plastic waste in agriculture, promoting sustainable practices and environmental protection through producer responsibility and biodegradable alternatives.
In accordance with the recommendations from the 28th Session of the Committee on Agriculture (COAG 28), which were subsequently endorsed by the 171st Session of the FAO Council and the 43rd Session of the FAO Conference, the FAO has conducted comprehensive and geographically diverse consultations with FAO Members and various stakeholders for the formulation of[…]
In 2023, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations engaged relevant stakeholders through the Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum) to inform the development of a Voluntary Code of Conduct on the Sustainable Use and Management of Plastics in Agriculture (VCoC). Stakeholders offered significant insights regarding the current utilisation and[…]
This report delineates the findings of a study on agricultural plastic products utilised worldwide across various value chains. The study evaluated the categories and amounts of plastic products, along with their advantages and disadvantages. Sustainable alternative products or practices were identified for items evaluated as having significant potential to harm human and ecosystem health or[…]
It aims to prevent, deter, and eliminate Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, aligning with FAO’s International Plan of Action. It strengthens fisheries governance, vessel monitoring, and regional cooperation to protect marine resources and livelihoods. The plan includes licensing regulations, ecosystem-based fisheries management, and stricter enforcement against IUU activities. It promotes sustainable fishing, marine biodiversity[…]