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• FAO Launches Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative at COP29 to Empower Farmers

  FAO, in partnership with the Azerbaijan COP29 Presidency, launched the Baku Harmoniya Climate Initiative to unite over 90 global programs supporting climate-resilient agrifood systems.…

• FAO Statistical Yearbook 2024 Highlights Key Challenges in Global Agriculture, Sustainability, & Food Security

  Global agricultural value soared by 89% to USD 3.8 trillion in 2022, yet its economic share and workforce declined significantly. Rising pesticide and fertilizer use, alongside a 10% increase in agrifood-related emissions, highlight growing environmental challenges.…

• Global Food Prices Rise 3% in September, Driven by Sugar and Cereal: FAO

  Global food prices rose sharply in September, with the FAO Food Price Index reaching 124.4 points, up 3% from August. Key contributors to this surge included a 10.4% increase in sugar prices and a 3% rise in cereal prices, driven by adverse weather and production…

• FAO Initiative Aims to Empower 54 Million Women and Close Gender Gaps in Agrifood Systems

  FAO’s Commit to Grow Equality (CGE) initiative aims to accelerate gender equality and empower women in agrifood systems, potentially benefiting 54 million women worldwide. The initiative seeks to close gender gaps, enhance food security, and contribute an additional USD 1 trillion to global GDP through…

• FAO Launches 1st Global Conference to Tackle Animal Diseases Threatening Economy, Health, and Food Security

  FAO's first Global Conference on Animal Health Innovation addresses the annual USD 300 billion loss from livestock diseases, with 20% of global animal production affected and 75% of emerging diseases transmittable to humans.…

• FAO Calls for Urgent Action as La Nina Threatens Global Food Security

  FAO is urging immediate global action to address the impacts of La Nina, which threatens food security worldwide. Its proactive plan aims to safeguard vulnerable communities and mitigate damage to agriculture.…

• FAO Adds Unique Agricultural Systems from Austria, Indonesia, and São Tomé and Príncipe to GIAHS List

  FAO has designated three new Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS), recognizing sustainable farming practices in Austria, Indonesia, and São Tomé and Príncipe. These systems highlight the importance of agro-biodiversity, cultural heritage, and climate resilience.…

• G20 Recognizes FAO's Blue Transformation for Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries, Highlights Family Farming

  G20 Agriculture Working Group Ministerial Declaration has recognized FAO's Blue Transformation Roadmap (2022-2030) for sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, highlighting key FAO guidelines and the Agreement on Port State Measures to address illegal fishing.…

• FAO Calls on G20 to Intensify Efforts as 733 Million Face Hunger

  FAO Director-General QU Dongyu called for intensified G20 cooperation as 733 million people globally face hunger, stressing the urgent need for food assistance and sustainable farming solutions. He highlighted the significant food insecurity affecting over 25 million people in Sudan and millions more in conflict-affected…

• FAO Delivers 2,452 Vet Kits to Gaza as 96% Face Severe Food Insecurity Amid Conflict

  FAO is providing 2,452 veterinary kits to livestock-keeping households in Gaza to improve animal health and support herding livelihoods amidst ongoing conflict.…

• Global Food Commodity Prices Remain Stable in July: FAO Report

  Global food commodity prices remained stable in July, averaging 120.8 points, as reported by the FAO. Vegetable oils rose by 2.4%, while cereal prices dropped by 3.8%.…

• FAO and EU Launch 47Mn Euro Climate Resilience Programme for Eastern Africa Pastoralist

  FAO and EU have launched a 47 million euro, four-year programme to strengthen the resilience of over 100,000 pastoral households in Eastern Africa, addressing climate change and fostering sustainable livelihoods across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.…

• FAO Honors Mendoza and Newcastle with First Green Cities Initiative Awards

  FAO honors Mendoza and Newcastle with the first ever Green Cities Initiative Awards for their exceptional efforts in promoting urban green spaces and engaging communities.…

• Malawi Secures $52.3 Million Green Climate Fund to Enhance Climate Resilience and Food Security

  The Green Climate Fund has approved a $52.3 million project led by the FAO to enhance climate resilience and food security in Malawi, aiming to implement sustainable agricultural practices and restore over 83,000 hectares of land.…

• FAO Unveils Strategic Reports to Combat Sand and Dust Storms Threatening Global Agriculture

  FAO has released three key publications to address the impacts of Sand and Dust Storms (SDS) on agriculture, offering mitigation strategies and contingency planning for affected regions.…

• FAO and CIMMYT Partner to Strengthen Climate-Resilient Agrifood Systems

  FAO and CIMMYT have partnered to advance the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS) initiative, aiming to enhance agrifood systems through climate-resilient, nutritious crops and healthy soils.…

• Global Food Prices Steady in June Despite Mixed Trends Across Commodities, FAO Reports

  Global food prices remained stable in June despite fluctuating trends in different commodities, according to the FAO, with cereal prices dropping and vegetable oil, sugar, and dairy prices rising.…

• India, SE Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa Rise as China's Influence Declines in Global Agriculture: OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook

  India and Southeast Asian countries are projected to account for 31% of global consumption growth by 2033, with Sub-Saharan Africa contributing 18% primarily from population growth.…

• FAO Warns of Imminent Famine in Gaza Strip Amid Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

  FAO reports that 96% of Gaza's population faces acute food insecurity, with 22% experiencing catastrophic levels. Over 57% of agricultural land is damaged, exacerbating the crisis amid ongoing conflict.…

• FAO Secures USD 70 Million from GEF to Boost Global Environmental Sustainability

  FAO secured USD 70 million from the Global Environment Facility to aid 28 countries in addressing urban sustainability, groundwater management, biodiversity loss, climate change, and land degradation.…

• Global Food Supply Stable in 2024/25 Despite Potential Disruptions: FAO Report

  Global food import bill is projected to rise by 2.5% to over $2 trillion, while fertilizer prices have decreased to $327 per tonne, down from $815 in April 2022, says FAO report.…

• FAO Launches New Action Plan for Mainstreaming Biodiversity Across Agricultural Sectors

  FAO's new action plan, launched on International Day for Biological Diversity, highlighting the role of sustainable agricultural practices in conserving biodiversity and enhancing food security.…

• FAO Wins the King Hassan II of Morocco Great World Water Prize at Bali Forum

  At the 10th World Water Forum, FAO Director-General QU Dongyu celebrated the organization's award of the King Hassan II Great World Water Prize, which recognizes FAO's work in sustainable water resource management.…

• Global Food Prices Reflect Mixed Trends in April Amidst Supply and Demand Dynamics, FAO Report Finds

  The FAO's April report highlights mixed trends in global food commodity prices, with modest upticks in meat, vegetable oils, and cereals offsetting drops in sugar and dairy, highlighting the complex interplay of supply, demand, and external factors shaping the world's food markets.…

• FAO Launches Green Cities Initiative in Cameroon

  To impact at least 100 cities globally by 2030, the Green Cities Initiative aspires to lead in a fresh era of urban sustainability, fostering greener, healthier, and more inclusive communities worldwide.…

• FAO Director Warns of Rising Hunger in Africa, Calls for Transformation of Agrifood Systems at ARC33

  The FAO Regional Ministerial Conference for Africa underscores the critical need for coordinated efforts to combat hunger and transform agrifood systems.…

• Global Food Prices Rise in March After Seven-Month Decline: FAO

  According to the FAO, global food prices saw a 1.1% increase in March, driven by surging quotations for vegetable oils, dairy, and meat, marking the first rise in seven months.…

• FAO Urges Urgent Action to Address Climate Change Impacts on Agrifood Systems

  FAO calls for immediate action to revamp agrifood systems in response to climate change indicators outlined in the latest UN State of the Global Climate Report.…

• Climate Change Disproportionately Impacts Rural Women's Income, Widening Gender Disparities: Report

  The study highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to empower vulnerable populations and address inequalities exacerbated by climate-related extreme weather events.…

• 48 FAO-Led Projects Approved by Global Environment Facility to Empower 46 Countries

  By restoring over 4,74,000 hectares of land, implementing sustainable practices on 24 million hectares, and safeguarding 2 million hectares of protected areas, these projects promise results on a global scale.…

• FAO and WHO Release Reports on Produce and Poultry Meat Safety

  The UN agencies, FAO and WHO reports provided comprehensive insights into microbial hazards in fruits and vegetables and strategies to tackle Salmonella in poultry meat.…

• FAO's Food Price Index Sees Year-End Decline, Sugar Plummets, Meat Dips; Dairy Bucks the Trend

  The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) revealed a drop in the benchmark for global food commodity prices in December, with international sugar prices experiencing the most significant decline, according to the latest report released on Friday.…