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31 October 2020
The Peak of the FAO Indonesia campaign series for World Food Day is held today (31/10) through the “Food Heroes Day” Webinar, which presents food heroes along the food chain from farmers, fishermen to community activists. The virtual event was broadcasted live by MNC Trijaya FM and FAO social media. The...
27 October 2020
Everyone across our food sector plays an important role in ensuring nutritious food is available – Consumers are more than just eaters; they also have the power to influence what is produced through healthy food choices, which in turn contributes to more sustainable food systems. This call was voiced by the...
16 October 2020
This year’s World Food Day is not ordinary day. It comes as the world continues to fight the COVID - 19 Pandemic. The Pandemic exposed the fragility of the agri-food systems. It threatens to push millions more into hunger. Possibly, as many as 132 million people may go hungry in...
10 October 2020
Jakarta,  — Indonesia is a leptospirosis hotspot reporting up to 800 cases per year, but this is probably hugely under reporting the actual situation. Leptospirosis has its primary reservoir in rats but also other wildlife and domestic animals, like cattle, pigs and dogs can be a reservoir. Leptospirosis (also called Weil’s...
03 October 2020
The COVID-19 global health crisis has been a time to reflect on things we truly cherish and our most basic needs. These uncertain times have made many of us rekindle our appreciation for a thing that some take for granted and many go without: food. Food is the essence of life...