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Farming and Food Production
As climate pressures intensify, agrifood systems must adapt. Smart farming integrates innovation and sustainability to boost resilience, improve efficiency, and protect both livelihoods and the environment.
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Valuable agricultural research produced globally often remains difficult to discover. FAO AGRIS addresses this by connecting over 16 million research records from more than 2,000 data providers in over 250 languages.
AGRIS significantly increases the visibility of agricultural knowledge, supports open sharing, and provides researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners with trusted scientific information. This access is vital for tackling global challenges such as food security, climate change, and sustainable agriculture.
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The FAO supports countries in Europe and Central Asia in building a region free from hunger, where farmers and rural communities thrive. Until 2027, FAO's assistance focuses on three interconnected priorities: fostering inclusive rural transformation; creating food environments and markets that promote healthy diets; and improving natural resource management, environmental protection, and climate resilience.
Across these areas, FAO promotes practical, scalable, and needs-driven solutions, emphasizing inclusivity, gender equality, partnerships, innovation, data, and financing. For more information, visit FAO Europe and Central Asia. Follow FAO on social media via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. © FAO: fao.org #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals
Bivalve molluscs are vital due to their economic, nutritional, and social significance. However, as filter-feeding organisms, they can accumulate pathogenic microorganisms, chemical contaminants, and marine biotoxins. This necessitates robust surveillance, monitoring, and sanitary control systems to manage risks associated with their production and consumption.
To address these challenges, the FAO Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean hosted the webinar “Food Safety in Bivalve Molluscs.” This technical forum strengthened regional capacities and facilitated experience exchange on critical food safety issues, covering marine biotoxin monitoring, mollusc health programs, technical tools, and risk management approaches.
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The Strait of Hormuz crisis is disrupting global energy and fertilizer markets, posing severe risks for millions living in extreme poverty. Ben Davis and Marco Knowles from FAO advocate for social protection as a more effective response than costly government subsidies.
They challenge the notion that cash transfers are mere handouts, presenting rigorous evidence that rural households productively invest them in agriculture, education, and local economies. Targeted social assistance, they argue, outperforms subsidies in both efficiency and reach. For further details, consult the policy brief: The role of social protection in addressing the impacts of the 2026 conflict in the Middle East, and the full transcript: Transcript.
Las mujeres representan el 36% de la fuerza laboral agroalimentaria en América Latina y el Caribe, pero enfrentan barreras significativas para acceder a recursos productivos, servicios y espacios de toma de decisiones.
En el marco del Año Internacional de la Agricultora 2026, la FAO inauguró una galería en su Oficina Regional. Esta exposición, a través de fotografías, datos y buenas prácticas, destaca el rol fundamental de las mujeres en la construcción de sistemas agroalimentarios más inclusivos, resilientes y sostenibles.
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The video "Huertos Escolares Pedagógicos: Sembrando Presente y Futuro en Honduras" reveals the transformative impact of school gardens across 13 Honduran departments. It demonstrates how applied technologies strengthen school feeding programs and promote meaningful learning experiences for children.
This initiative cultivates well-being, sustainability, and opportunities for Honduran youth, highlighting the importance of these gardens for a brighter future.
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Learn about the Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) approval process through our e-learning information clip. For more details, visit the official FAO TCP page: How TCP Works.
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Mozambique's 2,800 km coastline sustains many fishing communities, providing vital food and income. However, overfishing, environmental changes, and limited infrastructure threaten this way of life. The FAO-led Smart Fisheries Co-management project, funded by the Republic of Korea, addresses these challenges. For more information, visit: FAO Smart Fisheries Co-management
The project fosters collaboration among government, institutions, and communities to promote sustainable fisheries and improve co-management systems. It also supports practical livelihood solutions, reducing pressure on aquatic resources while diversifying income sources for communities.
"Cambios de Comportamiento en la Comunidad Educativa" highlights how pedagogical school gardens foster organization, learning, and community transformation. This video presents testimonials reflecting changed habits and attitudes among students, teachers, and families in Honduras.
Through agroecological techniques and active community participation, these gardens become living pedagogical tools. They strengthen sustainability, food security, and environmental education, cultivating a more conscious present and sustainable future.
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The Ministry of Agriculture and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in partnership with the Lebanese Agricultural Research Institute (LARI), are boosting national efforts to enhance local wheat seed production. This initiative is funded by the German Development Bank (KfW) through an agreement between FAO and the UN Development Programme.
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Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) is a fundamental right for Indigenous Peoples, recognized by the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Since 2015, FPIC has been mandatory for all FAO projects and activities involving Indigenous Peoples.
Despite its importance, FPIC faces implementation challenges. Experts recently discussed these common obstacles and outlined necessary steps during the FPIC Donors Task Force meeting.
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SEPAL is FAO's open-source, cloud-based Earth observation platform, transforming satellite data into critical information for forest and land monitoring. It offers instant access to satellite images, enabling environmental analysis without expensive software. SEPAL supports stronger forest monitoring and informed decision-making globally, as part of FAO's Open Foris initiative.
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Sustainable Gastronomy Day highlights the global connections between food systems, agriculture, environment, culture, and health. It advocates for regenerative, inclusive approaches to protect ecosystems and support livelihoods. FAO Goodwill Ambassadors illustrate these principles in a new video.
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FAO supports over 120 countries in transforming their national adaptation plans (NAPs) into concrete actions, securing hundreds of millions in climate adaptation finance for agrifood system transformation. FAO Adaptation Co-Lead, Sibyl Nelson, reported from the NAP Expo in Kigali, Rwanda, where 250 partners from 60 nations convened to discuss designing, implementing, and building investment proposals for lasting climate solutions.
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Michelin-starred chef Cristina Bowerman and local producer Angela Concu exemplify sustainable gastronomy in Sermoneta, Italy. Through the "Adopt a Farmer" initiative, they connect over the Trombolotto, a unique local citrus.
This collaboration highlights the importance of knowing the origins of ingredients. By using the Trombolotto to create traditional sauces, their partnership protects local biodiversity, supports livelihoods, and preserves culinary heritage. It's a celebration of the people, places, and stories behind every dish, fostering purposeful cooking and sustainable food traditions.
The International Day of the Potato will be globally celebrated on May 29, 2026, hosted by the Kingdom of Lesotho. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu shared a video message for this occasion. The theme, "Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish," underscores the crop's vital role.
Potatoes are crucial for supporting farmer livelihoods and value chains worldwide, from their Andean origins to communities across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Promoting sustainable production and strengthening value chains, this crop contributes significantly to poverty reduction, improved resilience, and inclusive agrifood systems.
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The RAES Regional Agenda: For Sustainable School Feeding in Latin America and the Caribbean, developed by 18 regional countries, aims to strengthen school feeding programs. The Sustainable School Feeding Network (RAES) is implemented by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC/MRE) and the National Fund for Educational Development (FNDE/MEC), with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) serving as its Executive Secretariat.
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The Many Passions of Matteo Lane
Matteo Lane is a multifaceted artist—stand-up comedian, painter, singer, and Broadway performer. In this interview, he shares how these skills intertwine in his creative process, likening art to a tree that branches out in various directions.
We explore his role as Billy Flynn in Broadway’s Chicago, his journey from bar shows to international comedy tours, and the evolution of gay representation in comedy. Lane also discusses his artistic roots at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, his admiration for Maria Callas, and his philosophy of focusing on the journey of creation rather than the end product.
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