Sowing seeds of hope in Colombia – SCALA programme supports climate resilience and agrobiodiversity

10/10/2024

The video tells the story of the Wayuu people in Guajira, Colombia, in the face of increasingly harsh climate impacts.

Strengthening the right to foods in Asia-Pacific for a better life and a better future for all

09/10/2024

Asia is home to the largest number of people facing hunger worldwide, with 384.5 million individuals—more than half of the global total.

Scaling up operational preparedness to ensure the delivery of life-saving agricultural assistance

03/10/2024

Crises linked to conflict, weather extremes and economic shocks are increasing globally, leading to higher levels of food insecurity. Rural communities who depend on agriculture for their subsistence are the hardest hit.

World Food Day 2024 Video Message by QU Dongyu, FAO Director-General

26/09/2024

Collective action across over 150 countries worldwide is what makes World Food Day one of the most celebrated days in the UN calendar. Hundreds of events and outreach activities bring together governments, businesses, civil society organizations, the media, and the public, including many young people.

FAO Reference Centres: The fight against animal diseases

20/09/2024

Animal diseases threaten both food security and human health worldwide. FAO’s global network of Reference Centres plays a crucial role in combating these diseases by providing technical expertise, supporting early detection, and enhancing disease control measures.