5/ 12
2023
Celebration of World Soil Day
Virtual Event, 05/12/2023
Our planet’s survival depends on the precious link between soil and water. Over 95 percent of our food originates from these two fundamental resources. Soil water, vital for nutrient absorption by plants, binds our ecosystems together. This symbiotic relationship is the foundation of our agricultural systems.
28/ 11
2023
Exchange of experiences in digitalization and connectivity of rural areas in Latin America and the Caribbean
Virtual Event, 28/11/2023
Connectivity and the use of digital tools are key drivers for the transformation of the rural world. They improve social and economic inclusion (especially for women and youth), efficiency and reduce environmental impacts.
22/ 11
2023
Prevention is better than cure: Strengthening biosecurity in livestock and aquaculture in Latin America and the Caribbean
Hybrid Event, 22/11/2023
The increase and intensification of animal production have led to significant changes in the way animals are raised and managed. While these changes have made it possible to meet the growing demand for animal products, they have also presented challenges
16/ 11
2023
Implications of Food Fraud and its Consequences for Health
Hybrid Event, 16/11/2023
While there is no internationally agreed definition, “food fraud” is commonly described as the situation that consumers are deceived about the quality and/or content of the food they purchase / consume. Food fraud is mostly motivated by an undue
9/ 11
2023
10/11
2023
Technical meeting Social protection systems and food security and nutriton implementation challenges in the context of the CELAC FSN Plan 2030
Hybrid Event, 09/11/2023 - 10/11/2023
The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023 indicates that in Latin America and the Caribbean the prevalence of undernourishment has slightly decreased, while globally and in other regions there is a concerning increasing trend.
26/ 10
2023
Impact of wildfires on the soil
Hybrid Event, 26/10/2023
Latin America and the Caribbean, like other regions of the world, faces the problem of major forest fires every year. This complex phenomenon endangers the lives of people and social environments (rural populations, urban- rural..
23/ 10
2023
27/10
2023
FAO at Climate Week
Hybrid Event, 23/10/2023 - 27/10/2023
Organized by the government of Panama in Panama City, the Latin America and Caribbean Climate Week 2023 will take place from 23 to 27 October 2023. The event seeks to facilitate and accelerate the region's response to the climate crisis. The Food and Ag
10/ 10
2023
International Rural Women's Day Commemoration Seminar
Hybrid Event, 10/10/2023
According to the latest FAO report, women play a crucial role in agricultural and non-agricultural activities, which emerge as agrifood systems develop and economies change. There, women work as farmers, retailers, salaried workers, entrepreneurs, among o
5/ 10
2023
FAO Dialogue with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Latin America and the Caribbean
Hybrid Event, 05/10/2023
FAO recognizes that CSOs play a key role in the fight against hunger, given their technical expertise, their proximity to and representation of malnourished and disadvantaged people, and their growing presence in rural areas. FAO draws on their knowledge
4/ 10
2023
Present and future action against Fusarium wilt of tropical musaceae, race 4
Hybrid Event, 04/10/2023
Hundreds of thousands of families in Latin America and the Caribbean depend on the banana and plantain agroindustry for their livelihoods, which are an important part of their food security. These crops are also important to the economies of many countrie
29/ 9
2023
International day of awareness of food loss and waste reduction (FLW)
Hybrid Event, 29/09/2023
In 2019, during the 74th United Nations General Assembly, September 29 was designated as International Food Loss and Waste Awareness (FLW) Day, recognizing the critical role of sustainable agri-food systems in food security and nutrition. This date was ch
13/ 9
2023
15/9
2023
FAO Transforms 2nd Fair of Inspiring Experiences
Hybrid Event, 13/09/2023 - 15/09/2023
After the successful realization of the FAO Transforms Fair in 2022, a second edition of this event will take place. It aims to exchange knowledge among FAO teams in the region, highlighting projects with the potential to transform our agri-food systems w
11/ 9
2023
13/9
2023
Regional workshop: Taking action on biodiversity for food and agriculture in Latin America and the Caribbean
Hybrid Event, 11/09/2023 - 13/09/2023
The regional workshop will take place on September 11, 12 and 13. Its aim is to encourage and assist National Focal Points for Biodiversity for Food and Agriculture (NFP-BFA) in the implementation of the Framework for Action on Biodiversity for Food and A
5/ 9
2023
Cycle of Technical Exchanges of Experiences on Family Farming Registries Second Session: Design and implementation of Family Farming Registries
Hybrid Event, 05/09/2023
El evento será facilitado por la Plataforma Técnica Regional de Agricultura Familiar, gestionada por la oficina regional de FAO para América Latina y el Caribe, coorganizado por la Reunión Especializada de Agricultura Familiar del MERCOSUR (REAF) y el Con
24/ 8
2023
Prevenire e ridurre le perdite e gli sprechi alimentari nel contesto della sicurezza alimentare e nutrizionale. Una sfida intersettoriale.
Hybrid Event, 24/08/2023
Según datos del SOFI 2023, América Latina y el Caribe fue la única región que logró reducir tanto la prevalencia de subalimentación como la inseguridad alimentaria moderada o grave. Esto se traduce en una disminución en las cifras de hambre, pasando de
6/ 8
2023
Dialogues on Amazon Bioeconomy: Inclusive Rural Transformation
Hybrid Event, 06/08/2023
Within the scope of the Amazon Dialogues initiative promoted by the Government of Brazil, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is supporting the organization of the technical event "Dialogues on Amazon Bioeconomy and Inclusive
26/ 7
2023
Regional Webinar: Exchange of experiences on methodologies for defining the cost of a healthy diet in Latin America and the Caribbean
Hybrid Event, 26/07/2023
The Latin America and Caribbean region had the highest cost of a healthy diet compared to other regions, with a value of USD 3.89 per person per day in 2020, followed by Asia (USD 3.46), North America and Europe (USD 3.19) and Oceania (USD 3.07).
20/ 7
2023
Present and Future of Innovative Rural Entrepreneurship
Hybrid Event, 20/07/2023
As part of the 2023 Science and Innovation Forum (SIF 2023) organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), this regional event aims to showcase the pivotal role of innovative rural entrepreneurship in driving economic, soc
11/ 7
2023
13/7
2023
XVI Session of the Commission on Livestock Development for Latin America and the Caribbean (CLDLAC)
Hybrid Event, 11/07/2023 - 13/07/2023
The XVI Session of the Commission on Livestock Development for Latin America and the Caribbean (CLDLAC) will be held online, from 11 to 13 August 2023, and hosted by the Government of Ecuador. The opening ceremony will take place at 10:00 hours of Quito,
6/ 7
2023
Webinar: Chinese experience on digitalization of rural areas: a reference for LAC
Hybrid Event, 06/07/2023
Showcase to the CELAC countries the Chinese experience on digitalization of rural areas and the role of e-commerce on poverty alleviation.