Biodiversity for food and agriculture and ecosystem services
Author | : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations |
Publisher | : Food & Agriculture Org. |
Total Pages | : 55 |
Release | : 2020-08-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789251331682 |
ISBN-13 | : 9251331685 |
Rating | : 4/5 (82 Downloads) |
Download or read book Biodiversity for food and agriculture and ecosystem services written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study provides an overview of the roles that the biodiversity found in and around food and agricultural production systems play in the supply of ecosystem services ranging from provisioning services, such as the supply of food, fuel and fibre, to cultural services, such as recreation and aesthetic enjoyment, and regulating services, such as pollination, carbon sequestration, pest control and nutrient cycling.