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Luis Basterra, Argentina’s Minister of Agriculture, insists that the world must consider payments for ecosystem services to countries that contribute to conservation
The remarks were made during a Roundtable Discussion about the role of farmers and rural communities in the sustainability of agri-food systems.
IICA promotes educational inclusion in rural areas in Argentina in partnership with the Anne Frank Center
The initiative is intended to encourage secondary school students to continue their education and to facilitate social inclusion of young people in the post-pandemic period by promoting the rights of the youth most affected by the challenges of virtual education.
Argentina and IICA to enhance technical cooperation with the Caribbean and Central American rural sector
Under a Memorandum of Understanding signed by Felipe Solá, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship of the Republic of Argentina, and Manuel Otero, Director General of IICA, a Triangular and South-South Cooperation Program will be established, prioritizing the countries of Central America and the Caribbean.
Pandemic puts food policies center stage, strengthens Mercosur’s presence on the global scene
The “Sustainable Agri-Food Systems” seminar was organized to mark Mercosur’s 30th anniversary and highlighted the central role of its member countries in addressing the issue of global food security and nutrition. The body is currently chaired by Argentina.
Argentina’s Minister of Agriculture, Luis Basterra, calls for urgent global debate on payment for environmental services
During an interview with the program Agro América, broadcast by Brazilian TV channel AgroMais, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries of Argentina underscored the need to discuss how to provide economic support for the conservation of ecosystems such as the Amazon or the Gran Chaco Americano.
Bioeconomy: an opportunity for Argentina’s sustainable development
The Delegation of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) in Argentina published the book “Bioeconomy: A development strategy for Argentina in the 21st century”.