Secrets of the tomato
Exploring the cultural roots, health benefits and economic potential of that wonderful little fruit called the tomato
Virtual Event, 02/02/2022
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is pleased to announce the webinar Secrets of the tomato - Exploring the cultural roots, health benefits and economic potential of that wonderful little fruit called the tomato, on February 2nd 2022 as part of the initiative “Mediterranean Diet’s Principles for Agenda 2030” co-organized with the Permanent Representation of Italy to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. This series of thematic sessions aims to raise awareness about how the Mediterranean Diet contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
The event is relevant to the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables which will wrap up at the end of this month and will focus on small-scale tomato production and the economic, social and health benefits linked to the little
red fruit. The webinar will explore the importance of resilient value chains and local markets to ensure food security in face of shocks and crises.
KEY INFORMATION
Time: 13:00 - 14:40 (Rome time)
Languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Italian, Russian and Spanish
Organizers: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Italian Permanent Representation to UN, Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Secretariat
