Reducing overdependence on agrochemicals
Description
Reducing overdependence on agrochemicals involves promoting integrated pest management, organic farming, and the use of natural fertilizers and biopesticides. This strategy aims to minimize environmental degradation, protect human health, and maintain soil fertility by encouraging sustainable agricultural practices. Key actions include farmer education, policy incentives, and research into alternative methods, thereby remedying issues such as soil depletion, water contamination, and biodiversity loss caused by excessive chemical inputs.
Implementation
This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends reducing overdependence on the use of agricultural chemicals through alternative farming practices, integrated pest management and other appropriate means.
Broader
Value
Metadata
Database
Global strategies
Type
(D) Detailed strategies
Subject
- Industry » Chemical products » Chemical products
- Societal problems » Dependence
Content quality
Yet to rate
Language
English
1A4N
J4077
DOCID
12040770
D7NID
200845
Editing link
Official link
Last update
Dec 3, 2024