en Assessment shows technical capacity on the rise since 2012 By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 26 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Further to Council-endorsed adjustments to the 2016-17 Programme of Work and Budget (PWB) made in 2015, an assessment of the technical capacity of the Organization by a team of independent [...] Full Article
en FAO Director-General listed among the most influential Latin Americans By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 09 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT FAO Director-General José Graziano da Silva has been selected as one of the world's most influential Latin Americans for his work against hunger and malnutrition in the world. In its [...] Full Article
en FAO Open Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT As part of the Open House Roma Initiative, FAO is joining over 200 sites around Rome and is opening its doors to the public on 6 and 7 May. This [...] Full Article
en FAO Conference and a lot on the side By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT The 40th Session of the FAO Conference will begin on Monday, 3 July at 9:00 in the Plenary Hall and will continue through Saturday, 8 July 2017. Approximately 600 [...] Full Article
en Launch of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2017 - Building resilience for peace and food security By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 12 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT The international community has committed to ending hunger and malnutrition by 2030. But can we overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of meeting this target? The State [...] Full Article
en FAO Open Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT After the success of the “FAO Open Day” last year, the second FAO OPEN DAY will take place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 May 2018, as part of the [...] Full Article
en Major outcomes and follow-ups of the Seventh Session of the Governing Body of the ITPGRFA By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 15 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Governing Body took a number of decisions that require action by Contracting Parties. This communication draws the attention of Contracting Parties to those decisions that are addressed to [...] Full Article
en Interview with Ambassador Hans Hoogeveen, Chair of the Programme Committee By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 31 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Q: Ambassador, how did the Programme Committee in its recent session judge FAO's contribution to the eradication of hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition? Ambassador Hoogeveen: [...] Full Article
en UNGA Resolution A/RES/72/279 and related documentation available here By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT Further to the Director-General’s speech delivered to the 159th Session of the FAO Council this morning, Monday 4 June and specifically with reference to the letter from [...] Full Article
en The 159th session of the FAO Council came to a close last Friday, following intense week-long deliberations, concluding in consensus By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 11 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT Addressing the plenary meeting in the closing session of the 159th Session of the Council, the Director-General expressed his appreciation to delegates for their commitment and hard work to [...] Full Article
en The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2018 - Building climate resilience for food security and nutrition . By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT The UN hunger report will be released, by FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP and WHO during a joint Press Conference on Tuesday, 11 September, at 11:00 CEST, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed [...] Full Article
en Two new reports demonstrate the impact of FAO's partnerships with Belgium and Sweden By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Today, FAO launched two new reports in time for the 160th session of the Council: - FAO + Belgium: Inclusive approaches to end hunger and promote [...] Full Article
en A new phase for the Africa Solidarity Trust Fund, a Council Side Event By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT On Friday, 7 December during the 160th session of the Council, a side event on the Africa Solidarity Trust [...] Full Article
en An action-oriented guide for decision makers By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT A valuable tool has been produced for decision makers responsible for integrating the Sustainable Development Goals into national policies and programmes. This publication, Transforming food and agriculture to achieve [...] Full Article
en FAO Open Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Visit FAO on 11 or 12 May to find out about FAO’s mandate and work, and its key role in supporting countries in their efforts to achieve Zero Hunger. This [...] Full Article
en Join the Food Coalition virtual launch event By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT On 5 November 2020, from 12.30 to 14.30hrs, FAO Director-General, Dr QU Dongyu, will host a virtual High-Level event launching the Food Coalition. This dialogue will call for international cooperation [...] Full Article
en High-level event commemorating the Fifth Anniversary of the Paris Agreement By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the Paris Agreement, the event will highlight the key role of the agricultural sectors in supporting the Paris Agreement. The Paris Agreement, [...] Full Article
en Invitation for the launch event: The impact of disasters and crises on agriculture and food security, 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Understanding and managing disaster risks in global agriculture: Better data for ambitious action Full Article
en Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family farming (UNDFF) in 2019-2020 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to [...] Full Article
en Recommended reads ahead of the 42nd session of the FAO Conference By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT The FAO Conference meets every two years to determine the policies of the Organization, approve the budget, and make recommendations to its Members. If you would like to dig deeper into [...] Full Article
en Global Dialogue and High-level Segment on the Role of Food and Agriculture in the Global Biodiversity Framework 6-7 July 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), will hold a Global Dialogue on the [...] Full Article
en Check out FAO's publication highlights in French By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT The FAO monthly publications newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications is now also available in French. Sign up to receive updates on publications available in French [...] Full Article
en Follow the Director-General's meetings at the Pre-Summit By www.fao.org Published On :: Sun, 25 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Pre-Summit will bring together the global efforts to shape the transformation of agri-food systems. Full Article
en AMR Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Platform - Creating a movement for change through engaging multiple actors and voices By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Tripartite organizations (FAO, OIE, WHO) invite partners to join public discussion on the establishment of the AMR Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Platform. Full Article
en Report on the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Family Farming (2019–2028) By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to [...] Full Article
en Sign up to receive updates on publications available in French By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 12 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Publications branch now offers monthly publications updates in French to ensure you get the most up-to-date FAO’s knowledge products. The newsletter highlights the key publications available in French and [...] Full Article
en Join us: International Conference on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), through the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Programme, is organizing the International Conference on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems 2021 [...] Full Article
en Enhancing corporate governance for FAO publications By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT As a knowledge leader, FAO is committed to publishing information that enables Members to drive transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems resulting in better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. The Director-General announced in the DG Bulletin on [...] Full Article
en Sign up to receive updates on publications in English, Chinese and French By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT The monthly publications updates produced by the Publications branch of the FAO Office of Communications are now available in English, Chinese and French. The newsletters highlight key publications available in the respective [...] Full Article
en The global fertilizer market: taking stock of a tightening market situation By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT International fertilizer benchmark prices have risen throughout 2021. Full Article
en FAO Director-General addresses G7 Agriculture Ministers on Global Food Markets and Prices By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Click here to access the presentation by QU Dongyu. Full Article
en New Scenarios on Global Food Security based on Russia-Ukraine Conflict By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT by Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Full Article
en The importance of Ukraine and the Russian Federation for global agricultural markets and the risks associated with the current conflict By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Information Note. Full Article
en Programme Implementation Report 2020-21 By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT In an exceptionally challenging biennium, see how FAO rose to the challenge, implementing a global, holistic and multipronged strategy to support Members. Full Article
en FAO promotes innovation and action to reshape management of aquatic biodiversity By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 27 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT FAO is pleased to announce the release of the Global Plan of Action for the Conservation, Sustainable Use and Development of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food [...] Full Article
en Annual Report on Private Sector Engagement, 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT This newly-released report highlights the progress made since FAO’s Strategy for Private Sector Engagement 2021-2025 was approved during the 165th session of the Council in December 2020. It discusses important [...] Full Article
en FAO Technical Briefing “Integrated Water Resources Management for Food Security and Climate Resilience" By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT 26 October 2022, 09.00-16.00 (CEST) Water is a fundamental resource enabling the production of over 95% of food on land as well the progress of all sustainable development goals [...] Full Article
en FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Plant Production By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT Hybrid event (FAO headquarters and Zoom) Wednesday, 2 November 2022 from 9:30 to 20:00 hours (CET) – with reception from [...] Full Article
en ROME WATER DIALOGUE, a Special Event on the road to the UN 2023 Water Conference 29 November 2022, 09.00-16.15 (CET) By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Water is one of the world´s most important resources. It is central to agriculture that accounts for 72 percent of global freshwater withdrawals, to other economic sectors and is essential [...] Full Article
en FAO in Review: Dynamic crisis management By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO [...] Full Article
en Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) would like to invite you to the opening ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023 Full Article
en 171st Session of the FAO Council Statement By Dr QU Dongyu, FAO Director-General By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT A statement by FAO Director-General QU Dongyu Full Article
en FAO in review: The first fully digital United Nations agency By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems. Full Article
en FAO in Review: Leveraging partner strengths to transform agrifood systems By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems. Full Article
en FAO in Review: Emergency and humanitarian response By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems Full Article
en FAO in review: Greater visibility and increased transparency By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems. Full Article
en Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family Farming (UNDFF) in 2021-2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to support family [...] Full Article
en Candidates for the post of FAO Director-General announced By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT FAO member nations to choose head of the UN specialized agency in July during the 43rd session of the FAO Conference Full Article
en Annual Report on Private Sector Engagement 2022 out now By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT This newly-released annual report charts progress in FAO's work with the private sector in 2022. It highlights developments across FAO's portfolio of private sector engagements, documents major achievements and lessons learned [...] Full Article
en Sign up now to receive monthly updates on FAO publications in English, French and Chinese! By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT The monthly FAO publications updates produced by the Publications Branch of the FAO Office of Communications are available in English, French and Chinese. The newsletters highlight key publications available [...] Full Article
