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Food Storage and Preservation
Focuses on reducing food waste and losses post-harvest. Implementation can involve improving storage facilities to protect against pests and spoilage, along with techniques to extend the shelf life of food products.
Water Resource Management
Ensures sustainable use of water resources for agriculture. Implementation involves constructing and maintaining irrigation systems, rainwater harvesting, and utilizing water-efficient technologies like drip irrigation.
Agricultural Diversification
This strategy involves expanding the range of crops and livestock produced to reduce dependency on a single food source. Implementation includes developing new varieties of crops and promoting integrated farming systems that combine crop and livestock production.
Enhancing Agricultural Productivity
This strategy focuses on increasing the efficiency of food production to meet population demands. Implementation involves improving crop yields through advanced farming techniques, better irrigation, seed enhancement technologies, and access to fertilizers.
Market Access and Trade Policies
Aims to improve farmers' abilities to sell their products and gain income. Implementation includes developing infrastructure like roads and markets, and enacting policies to reduce trade barriers and support local agriculture.
Improving Nutrition
Aim to address dietary deficiencies and promote well-balanced diets. Implementation includes nutrition education, fortifying staple foods with essential nutrients, and diversifying food production to increase the variety of available nutrients.
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