Category: News

Jul 22
PLACA and GWP publish technical report on water use efficiency indicators and level of water stress in Latin America and the Caribbean

The technical report "Support for the Generation of Information, Reporting, and Monitoring of Indicators 6.4.1 and 6.4.2 in the Latin American and Caribbean Region" provides findings on the calculation and use of the indicators for Target 6.4 of the Sustainable Development Goals. The document highlights initiatives that can improve the characterization of the agricultural sector in each country, as well as information on water use efficiency and water scarcity levels in the region.

Jul 12
Latin American and Caribbean countries present advances in climate adaptation in agriculture

Through the Climate Action Platform for Agriculture (PLACA), more than 1,200 technical staff from ministries and government agencies across the region have received training on issues related to climate change adaptation in the agricultural sector.

Jun 06
PLACA in the field: Interview with 2023 regional contest winner Richard Intriago

"PLACA's recognition has been a significant boost for our team, validating years of effort and dedication, and has inspired us to continue working with more determination" - Richard Intriago

Jun 04
Contest seeks ideas to combat climate change in livestock farming in Latin America and the Caribbean

The aim is to identify best practices for sustainable livestock farming, the management of forage and genetic resources, the circular economy, and animal health. The aim is to identify best practices for sustainable livestock farming, the management of forage and genetic resources, the circular economy, and animal health.

May 22
PLACA, CGIAR and WMO join forces for a series of workshops on Agroclimatic Technical Tables

The Platform of Latin America and the Caribbean for Climate Action on Agriculture, CGIAR and the World Meteorological Organization will hold a series of four workshops on the Agroclimatic Technical Tables.

May 08
Platform for Climate Action in Agriculture announces agenda of thematic sessions for the first half of 2024

Throughout the first half of 2024, PLACA will conduct four thematic sessions, through its four Thematic Working Groups.

Apr 30
PLACA participates in the meeting of the Food and Agriculture for Sustainable Transformation (FAST) Partnership

The headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations hosted more than 80 participants to explore concrete ways to unlock investments related to climate action and the transformation of agri-food systems.

Mar 29
PLACA and ASLAC develop training plan on sustainable soil management and climate change

PLACA and ASLAC will carry out a training plan that will include a series of talks and workshops to address issues related to soils and climate change.

Feb 28
Self-learning course on climate change, action and climate finance in the agricultural sector available all 2024

PLACA's Virtual Training Program seeks to level the knowledge base on climate change and incorporate climate action and financing issues in the agricultural sector.

Dec 13
FAO and PLACA at COP28: Transformation of agrifood systems is key to climate action

The FAO Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean and the Platform of Latin America and the Caribbean for Climate Action on Agriculture (PLACA) participated in various events where they presented initiatives showcasing success stories in climate change adaptation and mitigation.

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