More than 113 million people across 53 countries experienced acute hunger requiring urgent food, nutrition and livelihoods assistance (IPC/CH Phase 3 or above). The worst food crises in 2018 were, in order of severity, Yemen, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Afghanistan, [...]

The agriculture sectors are highly exposed to natural hazards and disasters. The frequency and intensity of natural disasters pose significant threats to countries where a large share of the population is dependent on agricultural production for their livelihoods. The impacts [...]

This special issue of gender newsletter presents a complete overview of the results achieved through the Dimitra clubs in local communities.  A Dimitra Club is a group of men, women, or both, who have decided to join together on a voluntary [...]

Highlights: Rift Valley Fever(RVF) In Eastern Africa, Rift Valley Fever is predicted to spread due to conflicts, the lack of veterinary services, and the informal cross-border movement of livestock. In addition, according to the FAO RVF Monitoring/Early Warning tool, suitable environmental conditions [...]

Thursday 4 April14.30 - 15.45 (Rome Time)Sheikh Zayed Center, FAO headquarters, Rome The event is organized by the Platform for Agricultural Risk Management (PARM), a G7-G20 Initiative, hosted by the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD) and the Food and Agriculture [...]