Mexico: Amaranth

09/12/2024

This document addresses the situation in Mexico. The OCOP product is amaranth. This report emphasizes the significance of amaranth as a priority crop in Mexico, rooted in the country’s pre-Hispanic heritage and recognized as a superfood by the United Nations. Grown by small-scale farmers in central and southern regions, amaranth thrives in rain-fed systems and showcases resilience to drought, salinity, and high temperatures.

The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela: Cocoa

09/12/2024

This document addresses the situation in The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. The OCOP product is cocoa, a crop with profound cultural, economic, and environmental significance. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is globally renowned for its fine aromatic cocoa, considered one of the best in the world due to its unique flavor profiles and superior quality.

The Plurinational State of Bolivia: Quinoa

09/12/2024

This document addresses the situation in the Plurinational State of Bolivia. The OCOP product is quinoa, a crop that holds exceptional cultural, nutritional, and environmental significance. The Plurinational State of Bolivia is recognized as one of the world's primary producers of quinoa, often referred to as the "golden grain of the Andes." Quinoa’s unique resilience to harsh climates and its high nutritional value make it a cornerstone of food security both locally and globally.

Panama: Coffee

09/12/2024

This document addresses the situation in Panama. The OCOP product is coffee, a crop that holds immense cultural, economic, and environmental significance for the country. Renowned for producing high-quality specialty coffee, Panama has positioned itself as a leader in premium coffee markets

How to use antibiotics effectively and responsibly in poultry production - for the sake of human and animal health

24/09/2024

The use of antibiotics and thus the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) can be reduced by adopting the right husbandry practices. This publication provides practical tips to the livestock producer aiming at improving animal health and hence the reduced use of antibiotics

Belén de Umbría Lulo Producers' Association Systematization of experiences

18/09/2024

Belén de Umbría Lulo Producers' Association (ASLUBEL) has been operating in the Municipality of Belén de Umbría since 2007. It is a small lulo producer association that has become one of the main companies producing this product in the Department of Risarald

Apia’s Avocado Producers Association Aguacates de La Villa Systematization of experiences

18/09/2024

Apía's Avocado Producers Association Aguacates de la Villa has been operating in the Municipality of Apía, Colombia, since 2013. It is a non-profit organization made up of small avocado producers.