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Land degradation refers to any reduction or loss in the biological or economic productive capacity of the land resource base. It is generally caused by human activities, exacerbated by natural processes, and often magnified by and closely intertwined with climate change and biodiversity loss. SLM practices include the integrated management of crops (trees), livestock, soil, water, nutrients,…

The guidelines set out principles and internationally accepted standards of responsible practices for the use and control of land, fisheries and forests.

"Global Drylands: A UN system-wide response" sets out for the first time a coherent strategy by the United Nations to address the special needs of drylands from the perspective of the environment and human settlements.Prepared by members of the UN Environment Management Group (EMG), the report responds to calls by governments for a UN system-wide response to land challenges. It…

This video explores innovative agricultural methods - supported and promoted by the UNCCD - to prevent land degradation and maintain fertile soil. It highlights desertification’s effects on biodiversity loss, food security and hunger for the global community. Created: 2011 Credits: UNCCD, GEF, Good Planet Foundation

Report of the Conference of the Parties on its eighth session, held in Madrid from 3 to 14 September 2007 Addendum Part two: Action taken by the Conference of the Parties at its eighth session

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