FAO in Jordan

Jordan joined the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as a member nation in 1951; a country office was established in 1977 and later upgraded to a fully-fledged representation in 2015. Since then, FAO has been providing technical and financial assistance towards more sustainable agriculture and rural sectors of the country.

The crisis in Syria has deeply affected the entire sub-region, and FAO has been supporting Jordan respond to the impact of the crisis on food security, nutrition, agriculture, natural resources and livelihoods.

FAO has substantial efforts in Jordan in promoting climate resilient and sustainable agriculture and food security. It provides independent advice on technical issues and play a catalytic role based on the comparative advantage in providing high quality technical assistance and implementing innovative approaches for a sustainable and transformative food systems.