f 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
f Launch of The State of Food and Agriculture 2017 – Leveraging food systems for inclusive rural transformation By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Since the 1990s, rural transformations have helped millions of people exit poverty while remaining in rural areas. This underscores an important fact: revitalising rural economies helps create jobs for rural [...] Full Article
f This World Food Day, Pope Francis addresses FAO and the international community By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT World Food Day is coming up this Monday, October 16. This year’s theme, Change the future of migration. Invest in food security and rural development, highlights FAO’s work in [...] Full Article
f The new FAO corporate web site By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT On 16 November, an upgraded, fully mobile-responsive corporate [...] Full Article
f FAO welcomed as the Swiss Salon's international guest of honor By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT FAO was the international guest of honour at the 2017 Salon Goûts et Terroirs, a Swiss cultural and gastronomic exhibition that took place from 29 November - 3 December. Full Article
f 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
f 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
f 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
f 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
f Launch of a series of Activity Books for young people By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has the pleasure to inform the Permanent Representatives of the launch of a series of Activity Books for young people. [...] Full Article
f 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
f The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2018 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT The report will be released during a presentation on Monday, 17 September, at 11:30 CEST, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed Center. This new edition of the report focuses on the complex [...] Full Article
f The State of Food and Agriculture 2018 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT The report will be released during Press Conference on Monday, 15 October, at 1:00 PMRome time, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed Center. The Press Conference will be webcast [...] Full Article
f Informal Seminar: Human resources policies By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Informal Seminar: Human resources policies - Invitation for all Permanent Representatives Friday, 12 October 2018 - 15.00 to 17.30 (Green Room) Full Article
f 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
f 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
f 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
f 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
f First Observance of the International Tea Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 21 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Today we celebrate the cultural heritage, health benefits and economic importance of tea. Full Article
f The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2020 Launch By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT The latest edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World will be launched at the 2020 ECOSOC High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) [...] Full Article
f FAO Virtual Group Tours By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 07 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT It’s official! As of Monday, 6 July, FAO is opening its doors online and offering virtual group visits. While guided tours at FAO headquarters are suspended as a measure amidst [...] Full Article
f FAO launches new space on FAO.org to showcase Member Countries By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT Over the last twenty years, the FAO corporate website has expanded to meet diverse Organizational needs and promote the work of divisions and country offices across FAO. When Director [...] Full Article
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 04 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications, which [...] Full Article
f World Food Day 2020 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Mark 16 October on your calendar for World Food Day (WFD) 2020! [...] Full Article
f Share your views on FAO Forestry's flagship reports By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Help shape FAO’s digital publishing programme by answering a 5-minute survey on the The State of the World’s Forests (SOFO) and Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA). The survey seeks to gather [...] Full Article
f A lifetime of fighting hunger By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT To celebrate FAO’s 75th anniversary, a new publication chronicles the history of the Organization and shares its vision for the future. FAO at 75 – Grow, nourish, sustain. Together provides a snapshot of [...] Full Article
f No ordinary World Food Day for FAO's 75th Birthday By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Celebrated in over 150 countries around the world, this year’s edition of World Food Day marked the 75th anniversary of the foundation of FAO. With the theme “Grow, nourish, sustain. Together. Our [...] Full Article
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications, which provides a [...] Full Article
f 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
f Updated FAO publications catalogue out now By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The October 2020 edition of the FAO publications catalogue is now available, released to coincide with the digital Frankfurt book fair (14–18 October). It includes the latest editions of the Full Article
f FAO titles in e-reader format – bringing knowledge to you By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT How do you prefer to read? On your phone, on your tablet, on your computer, or in print? And maybe the way you do it today is not the same [...] Full Article
f World Fisheries Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Holy See and the FAO join hands again to celebrate the World Fisheries Day. The celebrations, which this year mark the 75th Anniversary of the FAO and the [...] Full Article
f FAO to host a Special Seminar on Food and Nutrition - 25 November By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT This special seminar calls us to take a new look at how to channel our knowledge, stimulate innovative thinking and guide our actions to expedite agri-food system transformation and achieve [...] Full Article
f Upcoming launch of FAO's State of Food and Agriculture 2020 By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT On 26 November 2020, 15:00 - 16:30 (CET), FAO will launch the 2020 edition of the State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA). This year's edition of this flagship publication presents [...] Full Article
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications, which [...] Full Article
f 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
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications, which [...] Full Article
f Explore FAO's 2020 digital flagship reports in six languages By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT In 2020, FAO’s flagship ‘The State of the World’ collection was released in a new easy-to-read digital format, providing audiences with a responsive reading experience to discover FAO’s work and [...] Full Article
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of [...] Full Article
f 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
f Check out FAO's publication highlights By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT To keep up to date on FAO’s most recent publications, sign up to the monthly newsletter produced by the Publications team of the Office of Communications, [...] Full Article
f New FAO publications series catalogue out now By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT This user-friendly catalogue presents FAO’s major publications series. It features all of the most active series, both new and long-standing, and is divided into areas of work, including agriculture, forestry, [...] Full Article
f 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
f Updated FAO publications catalogue out now By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Released to coincide with the 166th Session of the FAO Council (26–30 April 2021), the April 2021 edition of the FAO publications catalogue is now available in English [...] Full Article
f FAO - Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems Programme call for experts By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Rome - The FAO - Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems Programme opens the process of establishing a new Scientific Advisory Groupfor the 2021-2022 term. The Programme is seeking for [...] Full Article
f 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
f FAO publications catalogue now available in all languages By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT The FAO 2021 publications catalogue is now available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Full Article
f 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
f Accessing FAO's knowledge resources – next session 15 September By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Ahead of the Food Systems Summit, join the Publications team to find out more about where to find FAO publications, the different formats available, how you can re-use the [...] Full Article
f 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
