Publications
Environmental and Social Management Framework
2026
The designations employed and the presentation of material in this document do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) concerning the legal or development status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries.
Realizing real water savings with crop water productivity interventions
2026
This technical document contains clear and practical guidelines on how to implement real water savings in agriculture through interventions for enhancing crop water productivity.
Understanding water modelling capacity and use in Asia and the Pacific region
2026
This publication assesses water modelling capacities and their use in water management, policy, climate adaptation, and disaster risk reduction across seven Asia-Pacific countries: Bangladesh, Fiji, Indonesia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Viet Nam. Conducted by FAO and the Stockholm Environment Institute, the study aims to support improved water management practices and evidence-based decision-making in the region.
Consumption-based water management State of the art in Asia
2026
This study examines water scarcity in Asia–Pacific, its key drivers, and current management approaches. It aims to support more effective and scalable water management strategies across the region.
FAO and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) partnership in the Pacific Islands
2026
As of January 2026, there are 14 FAO-GEF projects in 9 Pacific Island countries. This portfolio makes up a total funding size of USD 69 million (Operational USD 41.3 million and hard pipeline USD 27.7 million).
Pig and poultry housing and welfare - A guide to Pacific Island countries
2026
This guide provides an overview of the key principles and best practices for designing and maintaining housing for pigs and poultry in the Pacific Islands, including information on space requirements, ventilation, lighting, and biosecurity measures.