Bio-Economy Strategy. País/Territorio Sudáfrica Tipo de documento Fecha 2013 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Agricultura y desarrollo rural, Ganado, Energía, Medio ambiente gen., Alimentación y nutrición, Pesca, Tierra y suelos, Cultivos, Agua, Desechos y sustancias peligrosas Palabra clave Uso sostenible Conservación de suelos/mejoramiento de suelos Biotecnología Extensión Desarrollo agrícola Fortalecimiento de la capacidad Cambio climático Irrigación Bioenergía Control de la contaminación Desarrollo sostenible Salud pública Investigación Acuicultura Seguridad alimentaria Nutrición Sanidad animal Vacunación Biocombustible Cultivos/praderas Gestión de desechos Residuos sólidos Calidad de las aguas dulces/contaminación de las aguas dulces Área geográphica Africa, AFRICA FAO, Atlántico Sur, Africa Meridional Resumen This document lays down the Bioeconomy Strategy, which is applicable at the national level. The term bio-economy encompasses biotechnological activities and processes that translate into economic outputs, particularly those with industrial application. Within the South African context these include technological and non-technological exploitation of natural resources such as animals, plant biodiversity, micro-organisms and minerals to improve human health, address food security and subsequently contribute to economic growth and improved quality of life. In this context, this strategic instrument provides a high-level framework to guide biosciences research and innovation investments, as well as decision-making as South Africa adapts to the realities of global transition to a lowcarbon economy. Designed to have a technology-push and market-pull approach, the strategy addresses the country’s developmental goals and needs, as well as its industrial and agricultural competitiveness. The following three sectors are identified as crucial: 1) Agriculture; 2) Health; 3) Industry and the environment. Texto completo Inglés Página web www.gov.za