IRRI and FAO step up joint efforts to globally bolster sustainable rice production
30/03/2017
Focus is on food security and helping poor farmers by enhancing crop resilience and adapting to climate change
First global push to stop Red Palm Weevil wiping out palms
29/03/2017
Experts set to greenlight an action plan to stop the spread of the destructive beetle
David Beasley is new head of WFP
29/03/2017
UN Secretary-General and FAO Director-General announce appointment
UN food agencies highlight successful collaboration in the field
28/03/2017
Interagency country team in Madagascar recognized for teamwork that yields results
Conflicts and protracted crises hamper progress made to end hunger in the Near East and North Africa
27/03/2017
27 March 2017, Cairo - Food security and nutrition levels in the Near East and North Africa have sharply deteriorated over the last five years, undermining the steady improvement achieved before 2010 when the prevalence of undernourishment, stunting, anemia and poverty were de...
Urbanization can be a catalyst for rural development
27/03/2017
New report looks at “quiet revolution” made of improved value chains and vibrant roles for smaller towns
Norway and FAO launch unique, state-of-the art oceanic research ship
24/03/2017
The “Dr. Fridtjof Nansen” will conduct marine science research to support sustainable fisheries, study climate change impacts on oceans
Wastewater an opportunity being flushed away
22/03/2017
To mark World Water Day, FAO urges the safe use of wastewater, especially in agriculture
New partnership between FAO and UNFCCC climate body
21/03/2017
Agreement will formalize collaboration to strengthen countries’ ability to craft agriculture strategies, meet pledges
Soil management could make or break climate change response efforts
21/03/2017
Symposium, report shine light on critical role of terrestrial carbon sinks
CERF approves $22 million loan to further scale up FAO action to prevent famine in Somalia
21/03/2017
The funds will allow for increased livelihoods support to rural communities affected by repeated drought
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Greening wood energy is key to mitigate climate change and improve rural livelihoods
21/03/2017
Efficient charcoal manufacture and use can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Усиление мер контроля на фоне вспышки птичьего гриппа в Китае
17/03/2017
Наблюдение, лабораторные испытания, чистые рынки - все это часть усилий по сдерживанию мутирующего вируса H7N9
Йемену требуется срочная помощь для предотвращения голода
15/03/2017
Количество людей, находящихся в чрезвычайном положении по уровню продовольственной безопасности, выросло на 20% за 9 месяцев
Europe and Central Asia transitioning to new forms of malnutrition
14/03/2017
FAO report highlights a rise in overweight and obesity – and the diseases that come along with them
United States joins pioneering plant genetic resources treaty
13/03/2017
Number of countries participating in Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture grows to 143
Water scarcity needs “urgent and massive response” in North Africa and Near East
09/03/2017
Sustainable water use for agriculture requires transforming food systems and diets
School Meals a vital ingredient in ending hunger and promoting healthy diets
09/03/2017
FAO joins celebrations for International School Meals Day
UN agencies in Rome step up on gender equality to end hunger and poverty
08/03/2017
Empowerment of rural women is fundamental for achieving 2030 Agenda
Indigenous peoples are key to protecting wildlife and rural livelihoods
03/03/2017
Local communities need support to mitigate conflicts between people and wildlife