Former U.S. senator and ambassador to the UN food agencies George McGovern fought hunger at home and abroad

Will build strong partnerships for hunger eradication

South-South cooperation for rural development, stronger agricultural livelihoods

A race and an SMS Campaign to help those affected by drought and poor harvests in Kenya

FAO to provide technical help under two-year project

World Food Day observed in 150 countries

Ministers meet to discuss food price volatility

Food security governance plays a vital role

EU Commission President Barroso meets with FAO Director-General

But there are hopeful signs that with extra effort the MDG target can be reached

Economic downturn could affect level of future contributions

Global cereal harvest down, but record expected in LIFDCs

Chinese scholars urged to support fight against hunger

During Director-General’s visit to Beijing, FAO and China also sign agreement to bolster collaboration

European Union takes the lead in three-year initiative

On World Rabies Day, FAO highlights control project in Bali

Small-scale farming and local production have big role to play

Activist from Nepal receives Wangari Maathai Award

UN Women, FAO, IFAD and WFP: empowerment of women in rural areas is pre-requisite for global food security

Stresses need to build long-term resilience in talks with African Union Commission