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News
Together for farmers: FAO and COP29 Presidency launch the ‘Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative for Farmers’
Platform will help farmers navigate the current network of agriculture-focused initiatives and programs
Story
Green businesses for biodiversity and climate action
Nature, peace and culture converge in the Colombian Pacific
QU Dongyu urges all FAO Members and partners to join the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty
G20’s initiative is officially launched in Brazil. FAO will host the Global Alliance’s Support Mechanism
Interactive story
Twenty years of protecting animal health
Explore the vital role that ECTAD plays in safeguarding animals—and people—from disease.
In Focus
How is antimicrobial resistance jeopardizing food security?
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming a prevalent and dangerous threat. Get involved in World AMR Awareness Week, and learn what you can do.
In Focus
FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Publication
Antimicrobials: Handle with care
Learn more on antimicrobial resistance by reviewing some of FAO’s key resources on the topic.
Story
Extending the lifespan of canoes in South Sudan
FAO boat building training saves trees and makes fishing safer
Data
Explore FAO’s global water data platform
AQUASTAT collects and analyses data from around the world to support the sustainable use of water.
Director-General
QU Dongyu urges all FAO Members and partners to join the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty
G20’s initiative is officially launched in Brazil. FAO will host the Global Alliance’s Support Mechanism
Join the conversation
Voices of Impact
Improving safety at sea: Interview with Manuel Barange
20/11/2024
Despite the critical role of fishers in global food security, fishing remains one of the most dangerous occupations worldwide with an estimated
100 000 people dying every year. In this interview Manuel Barange, FAO Assistant Director-General and Director of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, explains the threat posed by climate change and how FAO is working to improve safety at sea.
Video
Antimicrobial resistance is here and now
20/01/2022
Every day, people are dying from infections that cannot be treated anymore. And so are animals and plants.
Podcast
Saving lives in a warming and unpredictable sea
21/11/2024
In Nicaragua, climate-related accidents are a constant menace for small-scale fishers. Hurricanes and storms often hit the country, threatening their lives and livelihoods. Learn how the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations —through innovation, training courses, and other programmes— is playing a crucial role in improving safety at sea worldwide.
Data
World greenhouse gas emissions from agrifood systems
Source: FAO. 2023. Emissions totals. In: FAOSTAT. Rome. [Cited October 2023].
https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/GT
Download: https://doi.org/10.4060/cc8166en-fig66
2020 World
31.2%
2010 World
31.5%
In depth
Data
Transparency is key to FAO’s mission
Our new transparency portal shows how and where our resources are used and the results we have achieved. Explore the portal now.
Publication
Medium Term Plan and Programme of Work
The Director-General’s Medium Term Plan (Reviewed) 2022-25 and Programme of Work and Budget 2024-25.
In Focus
FAO Data Lab
The FAO Data Lab for Statistical Innovation modernizes the statistical business process, with a specific focus on emergency contexts, when having access to timely information is very important.
FAO and the SDGs
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A world free from hunger and malnutrition where food and agriculture contributes to improving the living standards of all
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
