Partnership at a Glance
Italy and FAO have a unique relationship. As host country to FAO’s headquarters since 1951, Italy has been an integral part of the history and culture of FAO and an active contributor to the Organization’s work and Rome-based events.
It is no surprise, then, that Italy has been a crucial partner in FAO’s mission to reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition worldwide. To this end, Italy has long provided expertise and financial support to FAO’s work towards stronger food security and sustainable development, including in the most fragile areas on the planet. This is mirrored in the official development framework that Italy has set itself over the years.
In the spotlight
FAO Food Price Index rises in September amid weather concerns and transport disruptions
02/10/2026
FAO’s benchmark measure of world food commodity prices increased in September, due mostly to transportation disruptions and weather concerns that...
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First UN International Coffee Day celebrates the people behind every cup
01/10/2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) marked the inaugural observance of
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FAO Goodwill Ambassadors and Champions Rally Behind the Fight Against Food Loss and Waste
29/09/2026
FAO Goodwill Ambassadors and Champions are marking this year’s International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste by showing how reducing food...
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Sudan: FAO launches nationwide livestock vaccination campaign to protect food security and livelihoods amid conflict
25/09/2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a nationwide livestock vaccination campaign in Sudan to protect 9.8...
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Water access helps livestock-keeping families in the Gaza Strip
25/09/2026
Water scarcity and displacement continue to threaten livestock producers in the Gaza Strip.
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FAO Director-General highlights rice’s vital contribution to food security during tour of Italian facilities
12/09/2026
FAO Director-General QU Dongyu toured northern Italy’s rice hub and attended the
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FAO MuNe at the Rimini Meeting: a journey toward a sustainable future
07/09/2026
Rimini – From August 21 to 26, FAO joined the 47th edition of the Rimini Meeting for the Friendship of Peoples together with the Ministry of Foreign...
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UN report: Global hunger levels ease for third consecutive year as regional disparities persist
21/07/2026
The 2026 edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) also examines the cost of healthy diets
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A new FAO report examines how shocks affect global coffee, cocoa and tea markets and outlines policy options to address structural vulnerabilities
14/07/2026
Analysis finds supply and demand shocks drive most price swings, with producers and consumers affected differently
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Gaza Strip’s agriculture and livestock sectors show early signs of recovery amid widespread destruction
26/06/2026
FAO calls for the urgent removal of restrictions on agricultural inputs and support to sustain early recovery gains
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El Niño is coming. Here is where the risks to agriculture are highest
22/06/2026
FAO experts map where crops and pasturelands are most vulnerable to drought
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Director-General inaugurates second phase of FAO-Circo Massimo metro station installation in Rome
08/06/2026
FAO Director-General QU Dongyu today inaugurated the second phase of the FAO-Circo Massimo metro station installation in Rome, together with Stefano...
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FAO MuNe expands beyond Rome with first installation at Venice Climate Week
03/06/2026
Hosted at the Tolentini Cloister of Iuav University of Venice, the installation invites visitors to explore the connections between people, biodiversity,...
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FAO Director-General calls for AI’s transformative power to be at the service of rural communities and a bridge towards shared prosperity
25/05/2026
The Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, today called for Artificial Intelligence (AI)...
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FAO Food Price Index up for third consecutive month largely on rising vegetable oil prices
08/05/2026
The benchmark of world food commodity prices rose in April for a third consecutive month amid elevated energy costs and disruptions caused by the...
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Strait of Hormuz crisis: Fertilizer scarcity will affect next harvests and food supplies, FAO warns
07/05/2026
Director-General QU Dongyu addresses the Ministerial Meeting of the MED9++ Countries and calls for coordinated action to address disruptions threatening...
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Extreme heat is pushing agrifood systems to the brink worldwide
22/04/2026
New FAO-WMO report assesses risks and identifies adaptation options as rising temperatures pose hazards to people, crops, livestock and fish.
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Conflict in the Near East region adds pressure on fragile agrifood systems, FAO Director-General warns
20/04/2026
The 38th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for the Near East (NERC38) addresses growing risks to food security. The conference took place at...
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FAO: Protracted Strait of Hormuz crisis could turn into global agrifood catastrophe
13/04/2026
Chief Economist urges anticipatory policy actions to mitigate price and supply crunch for key agrifood inputs
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FAO Food Price Index rises in March as Near East conflict raises energy costs
03/04/2026
Pressure on fertilizer supplies and elevated energy prices add uncertainty to markets, despite a broadly comfortable global cereal supply situation
Events
FAO MuNe anniversary week
From 12 to 16 October, a week of culinary and educational events at the FoodS Lab will mark the first anniversary of FAO’s Food and Agriculture Museum and Network (FAO MuNe), highlighting how today’s innovations can shape a better food future.
16/10
2026
World Food Day ceremony
Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 16/10/2026
Don’t miss out on the World Food Day global ceremony happening on 16 October at 10:00 CEST at FAO headquarters. This year's theme, "Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.", builds on hundreds of events and outreach activities taking place worldwide throughout October, all calling for action.
The Director-General of FAO will be joined by special guests, including the heads of t...
15/10
2026
Junior World Food Day 2026
Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 15/10/2026
Mark your calendars for an exciting event on 15 October with special guests including youth activists, athletes, influencers and innovators. Join an inspiring conversation about food packed with stories, music, art and dance.
8/10
2026
12/10
2026
The Journey from Seeds to Foods: FAO's Global Exhibition at Circo Massimo
Metropolitan City of Rome Capital (Italy), 08/10/2026 - 12/10/2026
From October 8 to 12, the historic framework of the Circo Massimo will host the second edition of the “From Seeds to Foods” Global Exhibition. Building on last year’s succe...
FAO's Food and Agriculture Museum and Network
Spark your curiosity at FAO MuNe, where digital innovation, art, and food cultures blend to bring agrifood traditions to life. From artistic objects and immersive multimedia installations to live workshops, cooking labs and exhibits on rotation, there will always be something new to explore.
Learn more about FAO MuNe experiences and book your visit - we're waiting for you!
Global Library of Trees and Flowers – FAO Park
Amid the remarkable and historic green area of Rome at Villa Doria Pamphilj, the Global Library of Trees and Flowers – FAO Park is coming alive! Thanks to this multipartner initiative, the park is growing with one hundred newly planted trees and plants of various species, representing 7 diverse regions from around the world.
Come explore this global park, where sustainable practices and diverse flora are taking root. Watch as this beautiful space flourishes in the months ahead!
Together, we can learn from nature and plant the seed for a sustainable future.
Sustainable Pompeii
Sustainable Pompeii comes to life in the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, a unique setting where the daily life of ancient Rome still echoes through its stone-paved streets. This special educational itinerary, developed through a partnership between FAO and the Park, reflects a shared commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals.
Through 14 points of interest across the ruins, explore Pompeii’s rich agricultural heritage and discover how its ancient inhabitants effectively managed natural resources to support the growth, resilience, and prosperity of their community. These innovative practices not only sustained the city centuries ago but also resonate today with FAO’s mission to promote food security and sustainable agriculture.
Come and rediscover the wisdom of the past, and take a step towards building a more sustainable future.
