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FAO welcomes the celebration of the International Year of the Woman Farmer in 2026

Approved by the UN General Assembly, it will increase awareness of the crucial role women farmers play in agrifood systems


The UN General Assembly has declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, following a resolution proposed by the United States and supported by the FAO. This initiative aims to highlight the crucial role of women farmers in food security, nutrition, and poverty eradication, and to address the challenges they face. It also seeks to promote gender equality and empower women in agriculture, emphasizing the importance of rural and peasant women in supporting their families and economies.

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Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
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Year: 2024
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Type: Blog article
Content language: English
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