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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · 16h

Investment in agricultural knowledge and innovation systems has dropped to just 0.5% of sector value, not enough to reverse slowing productivity growth.

More trends in agricultural policy ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · 1d

As countries worldwide work to tackle climate change with ambitious GHG emission targets, it is important to stay up to date on the policies in place.

Check out our newly updated database for a unique international view of AFOLU mitigation policies➡️ www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · 8d

The OECD Global Forum on Agriculture returns this month!

Join us 28 October to discuss how to attract new farmers for the future of agriculture.

Learn more and access the high-level session livestream link here 👉https://www.oecd.org/en/events/2025/10/oecd-global-forum-on-agriculture.html

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · 15d

Agriculture faces the largest skills mismatches across all sectors. Many workers are over- or under-qualified.

Discover how policymakers can bridge the gap🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · 20d

More than a quarter of farmers in OECD countries are over 55 years old, raising concern about the future of agriculture and food.

A new OECD policy brief explores the opportunity for new farmers to tackle critical global challenges⤵️
www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 29

A new cost-benefit analysis reveals that cutting food loss & waste by 26% to 47% globally by 2030 could create valuable policy space for governments seeking to maximize social welfare or to minimize overall waste.

Explore the scenario⤵️
www.oecd.org/en/publicati...
#SDGs2030

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 21

Multilateral co-operation & a rules-based agricultural trade system are crucial as 22% of global calorie supply is traded to:

➡️move agricultural & fish products efficiently
➡️support food security
➡️improve sustainability & resilience

🔗 www.agri-outlook.org
#AgOutlook

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 18

How can we #EndHunger + reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture by 2034?

A new #AgOutlook scenario details how to achieve these goals through productivity increases coupled with targeted mitigation strategies.

Learn more: www.agri-outlook.org

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World Trade Organization @wto.org · Jul 16

📢 In this month's WTO "News Harvest":

▶️Acute food security set to worsen, @wfp.org warns
▶️Tariffs: BRICS leaders express concern
▶️Rules-based ag trade "essential", say @oecdagriculture.bsky.social, @fao.org

Read: bit.ly/3GOl7Um
Subscribe: bit.ly/3QG7K9A

#WTOAg

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 16

In the next 10 years, global agricultural and fish production is expected to increase by 14%, resulting in a 6% increase in agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Discover more agricultural trends in the🆕OECD-
@fao.org #AgOutlook: agri-outlook.org

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 15

The 🆕 @oecd-ocde.bsky.social [email protected] #AgOutlook 2025-2034 is here!

Discover the latest insights on the next decade in agriculture: www.agri-outlook.org

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jul 2

Dr. Lukáš Trakal is a 2025 recipient of an OECD Co-operative Research Programme Fellowship!

From the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, his fellowship "Biochar as a tool for the mitigation of microplastics from soil to the food chain," will be going to @aucklanduni.bsky.social

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 26

Can your cupboard survive the next shock?

From blocked ports to climate extremes, agri-food supply chains are exposed to a variety of risks and disruptions.

🌾Explore how we can crisis-proof the systems we all depend on in our latest blog.
🔗 www.oecd.org/en/blogs/202...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 23

Dr. Angela Kent is a 2025 recipient of an OECD Co-operative Research Programme Fellowship!

From @uofillinois.bsky.social, her fellowship "Harnessing plant-microbe interactions for sustainable nitrogen cycling and climate-smart agriculture," is going to @institutagro.bsky.social

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 17

🌍This #DesertificationAndDroughtDay we face a harsh reality—climate change is further impacting agriculture with droughts doubling, storms tripling, & floods 6x more often than 50 years ago.

See our work on agriculture & climate change⤵️
www.oecd.org/en/topics/su...
#UnitedForLand
@unccd.bsky.social

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 16

How can countries harness the potential of forests, agriculture, and other land uses for climate action?

Find out this and more at the 2025 OECD Green Growth and Sustainable Development Forum.

Register today🔗 www.oecd-events.org/ggsd-2025/en

@oecd-env.bsky.social

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 12

How can we ensure our ocean remains healthy and productive for generations to come?

Read about the vital role of the ocean to our climate, economy, and well-being in a new OECD blog.

🌐🔗https://www.oecd.org/en/blogs/2025/05/six-oecd-policy-priorities-for-a-healthy-and-productive-ocean.html

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 10

This week at #UNOC3, leaders are charting the future of ocean sustainability.

The #OECDFishReview offers the latest data & insights on global fisheries trends, government support and where reform is most needed.

🔗 oe.cd/fish2025

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 5

As the world gears up for #UNOC3, stronger action on ocean health is essential.

The OECD’s new fisheries recommendation helps governments tackle IUU fishing—a major threat to marine ecosystems, food security & fair trade.

🔗 www.oecd.org/en/about/new...

OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · Jun 2

On the road to #UNOC3, the #OECDFishReview reveals how government support shapes fisheries and what’s needed to build resilience in the face of climate change to #SaveOurOcean⤵️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcWp...

The current state of fisheries: 3 things to know

YouTube video by OECD Trade and Agriculture

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · May 28

Reducing methane can help to buy time in the fight against #ClimateChange.

Find insights on #methane in the new #NetZero+ report summarising findings on building #climate and economic resilience.

🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...
@oecd-env.bsky.social

OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · May 26

The OECD explores how data measurement and transparency can empower consumers and drive climate-smart food systems.

Read our latest blog on the carbon footprint of #foodsystems⤵️
www.oecd.org/en/blogs/202...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · May 23

🔎 Want to know the climate impact of what’s on your plate?

The latest OECD blog breaks down why carbon footprint transparency in food matters and how we can measure it better.

Read more 👉 www.oecd.org/en/blogs/202...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · May 22

Biodiversity loss is increasing.

OECD data shows 22 of 27 countries report declines in farmland bird populations since 2009—signaling stress on ecosystems.

On #BiodiversityDay, let’s remember the vital role farmland birds play in our ecosystems' health🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

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OECD Agriculture @oecdagriculture.bsky.social · May 20

📢 Join the OECD, @fao.org & @ebrd.bsky.social on 23 May for a webinar on the digitalisation of SPS certification and its impact on agricultural trade.

Learn from experts about the benefits, challenges & future potential of e-certification.

Register here 🔗 meetoecd1.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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