Farming systems that combine crops that can be used for food and fuel can help reduce poverty and boost food and energy security, says a new report published today by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The report, entitled “Making Integrated Food-Energy Systems (IFES) Work for People and Climate – An Overview,” uses specific examples from Africa, Asia and Latin America as well as from some developed countries to show how food and energy crops can be successfully integrated.
Integrated systems offer numerous benefits to poor rural communities, according to Alexander Müller, FAO Assistant Director-General for Natural Resources.
See full Press Release.
Posts
