The regional meeting brought together young people from across the region to strengthen capacities, articulate proposals, and develop a Regional Declaration for the 39th FAO Regional Conference (LARC39).

High-level mission to Haiti and the Dominican Republic focuses on cross border protection of livelihoods and agrifood systems.

A United Nations study shows that directing public food purchases to local family farmers can boost production, diversify diets, and generate inclusive economic growth.

At the opening of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) Global Workshop on Systems Approaches, the Organization warned of growing threats to plant health and highlighted the need for coordinated, science-based, and innovative responses. The event featured the participation of Chile’s Minister of Agriculture, Ignacia Fernández.

The Regional Office of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for Latin America and the Caribbean presented four initiatives that bring together innovative financing mechanisms to transform agrifood systems.

The appointment strengthens the Organization's commitment to transforming agrifood systems and promoting sustainable rural development in the region.