FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia

5/10

2026

7/10

2026

Riga (Latvia), 05/10/2026 - 07/10/2026

The 2026 European Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Advisory Commission (EIFAAC) International Symposium on managing and conserving inland fisheries and aquaculture resources in a changing world will be hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture of Latvia and the Institute of Food Safety, Animal Health, and Environment in Riga, Latvia on 5 to 7 October 2026. This International Symposium aims to fa...

3/6

2026

4/6

2026

Tartu (Estonia), 03/06/2026 - 04/06/2026

FAO is organizing a technical workshop on 3-4 June 2026 in Tartu, Estonia to build an understanding of the role of the European Union’s (EU) LEADER approach and its application in the context of sustainable transformation of local food systems based on country experiences and challenges. 

20/5

2026

21/5

2026

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.

13/5

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026

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 strengthening biodiversity monitoring and reporting systems, promoting the identification and recognition of OECMs in agrifood landscapes, and advancing b...

13/5

2026

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026

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...

13/5

2026

Hybrid Event, 13/05/2026

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

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

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

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

15/5

2026

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.

29/4

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

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

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

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...

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2026

18/4

2026

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

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...

13/4

2026

16/4

2026

Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), 13/04/2026 - 16/04/2026

The practical workshop is designed for veterinary specialists and focuses on conducting post‑mortem examinations on farms, including the legal requirements, biosafety measures, and the systematic approach needed for accurate investigation. Participants will gain hands‑on experience in performing post‑mortem procedures, learn proper sample collection and documentation practices, and review th...

7/4

2026

Virtual Event, 07/04/2026

Join us for the first webinar in the International Year of the Woman Farmer! Explore Focus Area 3 of the CFS Voluntary Guidelines on Gender Equality: Women’s Economic and Social Empowerment. Learn from proven approaches that enhance women’s access to decent work, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion acro...

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2026

7/4

2026

Lyon (France), 05/04/2026 - 07/04/2026

On 7 April 2026, on the occasion of World Health Day, France will host a One Health Summit in Lyon. The One Health approach, which brings together human, animal, plant and ecosystem health – is more vital than ever as the world faces interconnected health, climate, and ecological challenges. Addressing these challenges requires science-based, preventive, and coordinated action across sectors an...

2/4

2026

Jalal-Abad Region (Kyrgyzstan), 02/04/2026

The symposium is part of the national environmental initiative “Zhashil Muras” (“Green Heritage”), aimed at expanding green spaces, restoring landscapes, and promoting climate‑resilient ecosystems across Kyrgyzstan. This event focuses specifically on afforestation and green‑space development in mountainous regions, where environmental fragility, soil erosion, and climate vulnerability are pa...