New UN report warns of conflict-induced famine and catastrophic hunger in 5 major hotspots alongside the looming La Niña climate threat in others
31/10/2024
Acute food insecurity is set to increase in magnitude and severity in 22 countries and territories
Democratic Republic of the Congo: FAO sounds alarm over persisting high levels of hunger
28/10/2024
New data reveals that about a quarter of the population continues to face Crisis or Emergency levels of food insecurity
At UN Biodiversity COP16, FAO steers countries to find solutions in agrifood systems
25/10/2024
Progress towards landmark COP15 pledges now depends on integrating agrifood systems into National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans
World Food Forum: Inclusive innovation takes centre stage at SIF 2024
18/10/2024
Science and Innovation Forum discusses how to make cutting-edge technology available to all farmers
Risk of famine remains high across the entire Gaza Strip as conflict intensifies and winter approaches
17/10/2024
FAO urges immediate and unimpeded access to deliver critical agricultural aid and commercial food production inputs in time for the upcoming winter planting season
Spotlighting the ‘Right to Foods’ on World Food Day 2024
16/10/2024
FAO and ARTECHOUSE collaborate to bring WFD 2024 theme to life
World Food Forum: putting youth at the forefront in efforts to tackle hunger ensuring good food for all, for today and tomorrow
14/10/2024
The Global Youth Forum’s opening ceremony gave voice to young changemakers, setting the stage for impactful discussions throughout the week
Knowledge and tradition coalesce at the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems
14/10/2024
FAO hosts week-long event in Rome highlighting the importance of Indigenous Peoples in co-creating knowledge for a better future
The role of agrifood systems across the Rio Convention Conference of Parties to the United Nations CBD, UNFCCC, and UNCCD
09/10/2024
9 October, Brussels/Geneva/New York/Rome - The FAO Liaison Offices in New York, Brussels and Geneva together with FAO’s Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment and the Division of Land and Water held a briefing on the upcoming Rio Convention’s ‘triple ...
Feeding Hope: Fighting Food Loss and Waste Together at Refettorio Harlem
04/10/2024
Volunteers from UN system and Permanent Missions to the UN spent an evening together at Refettorio Harlem, serving nutritious meals cooked from surplus ingredients to food-insecure community members.
Supporting the camelid sector is crucial for advancing sustainable agriculture and improving livelihoods: FAO livestock expert
03/10/2024
Interview with Badi Besbes, Chief of the Sustainable Animal Production, Feed and Genetics Branch of the Animal Production and Health Division, on the importance of camelids as the UN marks the International Year of Camelids 2024
Gaza: Geospatial data shows intensifying damage to cropland
03/10/2024
New FAO and UNOSAT assessment highlights the impact of conflict on Gaza’s agricultural infrastructure
FAO Committee on Agriculture seeks to turn agricultural challenges into opportunities
30/09/2024
Director-General emphasizes the role of sustainable agrifood systems in solving current challenges
G7: Boosting aquatic foods’ role in ending hunger and poverty
28/09/2024
FAO urges more investment in a Blue Transformation at G7 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting
Tackling food loss and waste from the farm to the table and beyond
27/09/2024
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste global event highlights the critical need for financing and collaboration across the agrifood value chain
G7: FAO Director-General cites reasons for hope to reduce global hunger
27/09/2024
QU Dongyu urges G7 Agriculture Ministers to recognize the need for more and better investments in sustainable agrifood systems
UNGA79: World leaders commit to decisive action on antimicrobial resistance
26/09/2024
FAO, UNEP, WHO and WOAH welcome agreement at UN General Assembly meeting, including target to reduce human deaths from AMR by 10 percent by 2030
Harlem Globetrotters and FAO team up to promote healthy diets at the UN General Assembly
24/09/2024
Emphasis on the need for a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins