London donor conference: FAO asks for $87 million to support farming, livelihoods and help prevent further migration

While El Niño casts shadow on crop prospects, prices of all commodities declined in January

FAO to lead efforts for youth in agriculture and the rural economy

Director-General describes local peace talks as “unique opportunity” to reverse decades of rural decline.

More than 14 million people food insecure, in need of urgent livelihood support

Rome workshops focus on tackling and containing animal-borne diseases such as Ebola and MERS

FAO Director General reaffirms support to countries in the region to continue joint work to face food security challenges

Despite growing interest in safeguarding biodiversity of livestock and poultry, genetic erosion continues

Project aimed at simplifying property registration in the country yields tangible results

As world leaders prepare to meet in London, UN agency says keeping farmers on their land and producing food is critical

FAO urges broader adoption of its Save and Grow paradigm for sustainable agriculture

10.2 million food insecure after major crop failure, livestock losses due to El Niño

Food security and nutrition needs to be integrated into urban planning and development

Abundant supplies and slow economic growth drive food prices down for the fourth consecutive year

FAO actions aim to minimize impact on agriculture

Supports ongoing and future work on food security, climate adaptation, forests

FAO stresses the need for trade policies that are fair and that support food security

Production of all major forest products exceeds levels seen prior to economic crisis

Four new sites designated Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems for innovation, sustainability and adaptability

FAO leader hails role of agriculture in national pledges, applauds the promise to scale up funding