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In focus
FAO's response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Learn what FAO is doing with regard to the current pandemic and its impacts on food and agriculture. Check out FAO COVID-19 Response and Recovery Programme.

In focus
International Year of Fruits and Vegetables - 2021

Save the date: join us for the launch of the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables #IYFV2021 - 15 December 2020, 13:00-15:30 CET

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Story
From a garden to a “small business empire” in Somaliland

FAO-WFP diversify income and build resilience of women in conflict-affected areas

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News
FAO calls for anticipatory action in support of agriculture to give relief and hope to households in crises

Director-General spoke at UN Central Emergency Response Fund annual pledging event

From the DG
At FAO’s virtual tea, Female World Activists raise voice in unison against Gender-based Violence

Female world activists gathered today at FAO’s virtual tea to discuss ways to address gender-based violence within the context of women, peace and security. They shared insights on how to empower women for more sustainable agri-food systems and ultimately for a more resilient world.

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Food: it’s a human right

Stories

Food: it’s a human right

How FAO is helping every man, woman and child have access to affordable and nutritious food

Publications

State of knowledge of soil biodiversity - Status, challenges and potentialities

There is increasing attention to the importance of biodiversity for food security and nutrition, especially above-ground biodiversity such as plants and animals.

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Digital Agriculture

In East Africa, a race to outsmart locusts with drones and data

With the COVID-19 emergency, East Africa continues to struggle with another crisis - the locust upsurge. Mobile phones, drones and satellites can help win this...

Country Showcase

The brand new FAO country showcase is a space where Member Countries can highlight their agricultural systems, innovations and food products. Take a worldwide tour of local agriculture, beautiful landscapes and typical crops and food. More countries will be available in the upcoming months.

Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems

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Philippines
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Chile
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Mexico
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Peru

Andean Agriculture, Peru, 2011

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Algeria
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Tunisia
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United Arab Emirates
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Egypt

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