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Invitation for the launch event: The impact of disasters and crises on agriculture and food security, 2021
Understanding and managing disaster risks in global agriculture: Better data for ambitious action
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Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family farming (UNDFF) in 2019-2020
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 [...]
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Global Dialogue and High-level Segment on the Role of Food and Agriculture in the Global Biodiversity Framework 6-7 July 2021
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 [...]
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The Pre-Summit of the UN Food Systems Summit, 26-28 July 2021, Rome
Delivering the latest evidence-based and scientific approaches, launching new commitments for food systems transformation.
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Report on the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Family Farming (2019–2028)
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 [...]
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Join us: International Conference on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems 2021
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 [...]
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Collaboration, evolution and a vision for the future of our seas: 70 years of the GFCM
It’s a significant milestone – but what does the GFCM actually do? What has it achieved so far?
Since its creation, the GFCM has evolved into an efficient [...]
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Programme Implementation Report 2020-21
In an exceptionally challenging biennium, see how FAO rose to the challenge, implementing a global, holistic and multipronged strategy to support Members.
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Annual Report on Private Sector Engagement, 2021
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 [...]
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The FAO library turns 70 years old!
Did you know FAO Library collections date back to the start of the 15th century? From historical texts on growing rice in China, to commercial guides on producing wine in [...]
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20 years of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems
2022 marks the 20th anniversary of the FAO GIAHS Programme. FAO launched the GIAHS initiative at the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002. Since its inception, [...]
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Latest issue: The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2022
This edition of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) discusses how trade policies, based on both multilateral and regional approaches, can address today’s challenges for sustainable development.
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Latest issue: The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2022
This year’s report should dispel any lingering doubts that the world is moving backwards in its efforts to end hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition in all its forms. We are [...]
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The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2022
This edition of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) discusses how trade policies, based on both multilateral and regional approaches, can address today’s challenges for sustainable development. Trade policies [...]
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The State of the World's Forests (SOFO) 2022
The 2022 edition of The State of the World’s Forests explores the potential of three forest pathways for achieving green recovery and tackling environmental crises, including climate change and biodiversity [...]
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The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA) 2022
The 2022 edition of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture coincides with the launch of the Decade of Action to deliver the Global Goals, the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science [...]
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PSMA Parties now reach 100 States
The 2009 FAO Agreement on Port State Measures to prevent, deter, and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (PSMA) has reached 100 States that are now officially [...]
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ROME WATER DIALOGUE, a Special Event on the road to the UN 2023 Water Conference 29 November 2022, 09.00-16.15 (CET)
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 [...]
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Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023
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
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World Pulses Day 2023: Pulses for a Sustainable Future
“The World Pulses Day Secretariat and the Global Pulse Confederation welcome your participation in the celebration of the World Pulses Day 2023 event ”
Friday, 10 February, [...]
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Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family Farming (UNDFF) in 2021-2022
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 [...]
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Annual Report on Private Sector Engagement 2022 out now
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 [...]
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Annual Report on Private Sector Engagement 2022
This 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 [...]
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Register for the UNFSS+2 by 10 July
The UN Food Systems Summit +2 Stocktaking Moment, taking place in Rome, Italy, from 24-26 July, will build on the momentum of the 2021 Food Systems Summit and [...]
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Information note - July 2023
The importance of Ukraine and the Russian Federation for global agricultural markets and the risks associated with the war in Ukraine.
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In his International Youth Day 2023 message, QU Dongyu announces the establishment of FAO's new Office for Youth and Women
The FAO Director-General today issued the following message on the occasion of International Youth Day 2023:
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Rome Water Dialogue 2023
FAO invites all Members to the second installment of the Rome Water Dialogue at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, on October 4-5, 2023, building on the success of the first [...]
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Second Report on the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Family Farming 2019–2028 (UNDFF)
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 [...]
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The FAO publications catalogue 2023 is out!
Check out the 2023 edition of the FAO publications catalogue! From the State of the World collection and other major reports to freshly penned technical studies, the catalogue features a selection of FAO’s best [...]
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FAO launches Global Information Exchange System under the 2009 Agreement on Port State Measures
Global exchange of information on compliance with national, regional, and international fisheries laws and regulations governing sustainable fishing is now possible with the launch of the Global [...]
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FAO Brief - 8 March 2024
In this episode, the FAO Food Price Index eased in February, driven mostly by lower cereal prices; FAO calls for restoration of humanitarian space to eliminate the risk of famine [...]
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FAO Brief - 20 May 2024
In this episode, high levels of acute food insecurity in Honduras; FAO’s Regional Conference for Europe; and Earth Map receives the Google impact award.
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FAO Brief - 3 June 2024
Deteriorating food insecurity in Haiti, The King Hassan II Great World Water Prize; and an updated action plan for mainstreaming biodiversity.
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FAO Brief - 17 June 2024
In this episode, a new report urges immediate action to prevent famine in Gaza and the Sudan; world fisheries and aquaculture production reaches a record high; and the FPI [...]
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Second Session of COAG's Sub-Committee on Livestock 16-18 July 2024
The Committee on Agriculture (COAG), established in 1971, is one of FAO’s Governing Bodies providing overall policy and regulatory guidance on issues relating to agriculture (including livestock), food safety, [...]
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FAO GLOBEFISH Celebrates 40 years of impact on global fisheries and aquaculture trade
For the past four decades, FAO GLOBEFISH has been a cornerstone of global fisheries and aquaculture market analysis. Since its inception in 1984, the project has provided [...]
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FAO Brief - 16 September 2024
In this episode, FAO calls for urgent funding to prevent further starvation and suffering in Haiti; FAO’s Director-General underscores that the world should step up efforts and cooperation to tackle [...]
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FAO Brief – 30 September 2024
In this episode, FAO welcomed the 'Pact for the Future' in New York, International Food Loss and Waste Day, and an atlas to combat livestock disease.
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World Food Day 2024 - Right to foods for a better life and a better future
This year’s #WorldFoodDay theme, “Right to foods for a better life and a better future” spotlights the importance of diversity, nutrition, affordability, accessibility as well as the safety and [...]
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The FAO publications catalogue 2024 is out!
Check out the 2024 edition of the FAO publications catalogue! From the State of the World collection and other major reports [...]
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FAO Brief – 28 October 2024
In this episode, FAO urges immediate access to Gaza; the UN Climate Summit ; the fourth annual World Food Forum
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Readers Respond to the September/October 2024 Issue
Your feedback on the First Continental Congress, Douglas MacArthur and England's tangled history
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A 600-Mile Journey Across Alaska Saves the Town of Nome
In 1925, an Alaskan adventurer and his trusted Siberian husky completed a grueling 600-mile journey across the frozen plains. Their exploits would end up saving the lives of 2,000 people.
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Justice for Medgar Evers Comes 30 Years After His Murder
In 1963, civil rights leader Medgar Evers arrived home when he was shot and killed. It would be over 30 years before his killer was brought to justice.
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The Smithsonian in 2050
We asked visitors to the National Mall what they thought should be in the Smithsonian collections in 2050. The consensus? Lady Gaga and much more...
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The Smithsonian Channel Commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act
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This 11,000-Year-Old Piece of Wood Is More Than It Seems
It looks like a fairly nondescript plank of wood, found in the fields of Star Carr. But from an archaeological perspective, it’s far more significant: It’s the oldest piece of carpentry found anywhere in Europe.