Strengthening National Capacities for the Introduction of the Sterile Insect Technique for Pest Control, Mutation Breeding of Crops and Post-Harvest Treatment of Agricultural Produce Using a Self-Contained Gamma Irradiation Facility
Project Type
Technical Cooperation Project
TC Region
Latin America and the Caribbean
Project Code
JAM5015Approved Date
1 January 2024
Status
New
Objectives
To control vector borne diseases through integrated aedes management and to ensure food security and safety through the safe and effective use of irradiation technology.