21/5
2026
AgriTech Observatory - Navigating Digital Agriculture in Europe and Central Asia: Where We Stand, Where We’re Going
Virtual Event, 21/05/2026
The FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU) invites researchers, technology providers, UN partners, IFIs and policymakers to a webinar marking a milestone for the region's digital agriculture community: over 1 000 initiatives catalogued by the AgriTech Observatory — and the moment to put them to work through active use, contribution and partnerships.
20/5
2026
21/5
2026
Third International Forum for Action on Sustainable Beekeeping and Pollination
Maribor (Slovenia), 20/05/2026 - 21/05/2026
FAO and the Republic of Slovenia are jointly organizing the Third International Forum for Action on Sustainable Beekeeping and Pollination with the theme “Science, innovation and policy actions for a more sustainable future”, to be held in Maribor, Slovenia, from 20 to 21 May 2026.
20/5
2026
22/5
2026
Regional Technical Workshop on development of FSBDGs for healthy diets in Central Asia
Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), 20/05/2026 - 22/05/2026
The Regional technical workshop on the development of food systems-based dietary guidelines (FSBDGs) for healthy diets in Central Asia will bring together technical experts, policymakers, and national stakeholders to review progress and strengthen regional collaboration on nutrition and food systems. The workshop will present the preliminary results of applying the FAO methodology for FSBDG dev...
18/5
2026
20/5
2026
Regional workshop and training on the One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative for Europe and Central Asia under the FAO–China South-South Cooperation Programme
Namangan (Uzbekistan), 18/05/2026 - 20/05/2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Government of Uzbekistan, will organize the regional workshop and training on the One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative for Europe and Central Asia under the FAO–China South-South Cooperation (SSC) Programme from 18 to 20 May 2026 in Namangan, Uzbekistan.
14/5
2026
Taking action across agrifood systems for biodiversity and global impact at CBD COP17
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 14/05/2026
This side event aligns with the COP17 Armenian Presidency’s ambition of “Taking Action for Nature” and aims to highlight the crucial role of agrifood systems in implementing the KMGBF in Europe and Central Asia. It will focus in particular on advancing biodiversity mainstreaming across agricultural sectors while reflecting regional perspectives and COP17 Presidency priorities.
14/5
2026
The investment bridge - From blueprints to bankable projects
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 14/05/2026
This side event aims to engage Members and resource partners in a focused discussion on how to mobilize the financial resources and forge the strategic partnerships required to translate national OCOP strategies into impactful and sustainable economic drivers. The session will highlight practical approaches, investment opportunities and collaborative mechanisms that can support countries in mov...
14/5
2026
From rights to results – Empowering women farmers for efficient agrifood systems in Europe and Central Asia
Hybrid Event, 14/05/2026
The overall objective of the special event is to celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer by showcasing the promising practices and successful experiences of women farmers from across Europe and Central Asia, with a focus on opportunities offered by sustainable and circular bioeconomy initiatives. The event will create a space to voice the realities women face as farmers, articulate...
13/5
2026
Multistakeholder global bioeconomy partnership for sustainable agrifood systems
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026
The objective of this side event is to highlight the role and benefits of sustainable bioeconomy approaches for agrifood systems transformation in Europe and Central Asia through the exchange of country experiences and the promotion of regional and global collaboration under FAO’s proposed multistakeholder bioeconomy BEST partnership.
13/5
2026
The water–energy–food–ecosystem nexus in Europe and Central Asia
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026
The side event aims to contribute to stronger regional dialogue on integrated water–energy–food–ecosystems management; identification of practical solutions, policy approaches and investment pathways for managing trade-offs; increased awareness of youth-led, innovation-driven and science-based initiatives; and will gather inputs to regional and global discussions on water and agrifood systems t...
13/5
2026
Digital pathways for agrifood systems transformation – Connecting policies, technological solutions and local innovation
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026
The side event aims to present possible pathways for harnessing digital technologies for agrifood systems transformation in Europe and Central Asia, showcasing how policies, technological solutions, data and field-level initiatives can work together to unlock inclusive and sustainable digitalization.
12/5
2026
Partnership programmes in Europe and Central Asia – A model for regional cooperation and knowledge sharing
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 12/05/2026
The objective of the side event is to present the FAO partnership programmes with Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Türkiye as effective models for regional cooperation, South-South and triangular cooperation and knowledge sharing and to highlight their contribution to advancing sustainable agrifood systems in Europe and Central Asia and beyond. The event also will provide an opportunity to reflect on...
11/5
2026
14/5
2026
GENERATION YSInvest
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 11/05/2026 - 14/05/2026
In Europe and Central Asia, FAO is advancing youth engagement, science and innovation, and investment as mutually reinforcing drivers of agrifood systems transformation, embedded into the Organization’s regional priorities. To this end, GENERATION YSInvest – an event on youth, science and innovation, and investment – will be organized in May 2026 in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on the sidelines o...
11/5
2026
15/5
2026
35th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35)
Dushanbe (Tajikistan), 11/05/2026 - 15/05/2026
Tajikistan is hosting the Thirty-fifth Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC) from 11 to 15 May 2026. The Conference brings together FAO Members from across Europe and Central Asia to engage in strategic dialogue on the most pressing food and agriculture issues facing the region.
30/4
2026
Integrated Fire Management Webinar Series 1 – Global level
Virtual Event, 30/04/2026
Wildfires are no longer confined to the domain of operational response and technical suppression. They have become a multidimensional governance challenge closely linked to ...
29/4
2026
Consultation with the private sector (non-EU) to the Regional Conference for Europe 2026
İzmir (Türkiye), Hybrid Event, 29/04/2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with, and hosted by the Izmir Commodity Exchange, is organizing a private sector consultation in Izmir, Türkiye, on 29 April 2026, in preparation for the 35th Session of the
24/4
2026
Scientific and practical conference: "Zoonotic infections and their impact on the health of animals, humans and the environment"
Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), 24/04/2026
Assistance will be provided in organizing and holding a scientific and practical conference on the topic of zoonotic infections and their impact on animal, human, and environmental health, held in conjunction with the Day of Veterinary Service Workers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
22/4
2026
Consultation with the private sector (EU) to the Regional Conference for Europe 2026
Brussels (Belgium), 22/04/2026
Ahead of the 35th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35), to be held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, from 11 to 15 May 2026, FAO is convening a dialogue with EU-based private sector representatives in Brussels. Organized by the FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia and the FAO Liaison Office in Brussels, in collaboration with the European Dairy Association (EDA), the co...
21/4
2026
22/4
2026
FAO at the 2026 Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (RFSD)
Geneva (Switzerland), Hybrid Event, 21/04/2026 - 22/04/2026
The 2026 Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (RFSD) is an annual intergovernmental forum aiming to assess progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Go...
17/4
2026
18/4
2026
Planting activities in municipal lands with beneficiaries and in Forestry Service lands
Jalal-Abad Region (Kyrgyzstan), 17/04/2026 - 18/04/2026
Planting activities will be carried out on municipal lands as part of an CS-FOR project’s LTO field mission in Toguz‑Toro district of Jalal-Abad region, Kyrgyzstan.The activities will include a community‑based planting campaign with beneficiaries in Ornek village, aimed at restoring green spaces and improving local environmental conditions. Income‑generating fruit tree seedlings will be tran...
15/4
2026
Consultation with the academia and research to the Regional Conference for Europe 2026
Virtual Event, 15/04/2026
The Thirty-fifth session of the FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35), to be held in May 2026 in Tajikistan, will discuss regional prioriti...