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FAO Director-General QU Dongyu inaugurates From Seeds to Foods Exhibition
08/10/2026

On 8 October 2026, FAO Director-General QU Dongyu inaugurated the second edition of the FAO Global Exhibition “From Seeds to Foods” at Rome’s Circo Massimo, showcasing innovations, products and solutions from around the world to promote food security and nutrition.

FAO 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development
15/10/2026

On 15 October 2026, FAO held a ceremony at its headquarters in Rome to honour 100 women from around the world for their outstanding contributions to agrifood systems and rural development. The recognition initiative marked the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, celebrating women's ro...

Junior World Food Day (JWFD)
15/10/2026

Relive the highlights of Junior World Food Day 2026, held on 15 October at FAO headquarters in Rome. An inspiring event bringing together young students, athletes, chefs and special guests to explore how everyday choices can help shape a better food future.

World Food Day 2026
16/10/2026

Relive the highlights of the World Food Day 2026 ceremony, held on 16 October at FAO headquarters in Rome under the theme “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.”

FAO Director-General QU Dongyu official travel to Vercelli
12/09/2026

FAO Director-General QU Dongyu toured northern Italy’s rice hub and attended the International Rice Festival in Vercelli, underscoring the vital contribution rice plays in feeding a growing global population.

Inauguration of the Better starts with you/Four Betters: AgriCulture and Art
08/06/2026

On 8 June, the inauguration of “Better Starts with You / Four Betters: AgriCulture and Art” took place at Circo Massimo metro station in Rome.

7th edition of FAO Open Day
23/05/2026

FAO reopened its doors to the public on Saturday, 23 May and Sunday, 24 May as part of the Open House Roma initiative. Visitors got the chance to explore the Organization’s building, ending at FAO MuNe.

Chinese Lunar New Year - 2026
10/02/2026

Director-General QU Dongyu led Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations at FAO headquarters, emphasizing that the Organization would draw inspiration from the Year of the Horse to advance its efforts toward accelerated progress in achieving its objectives.

International Women’s Day 2026 at FAO: Advancing Access to Justice for Women Farmers
04/03/2026

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today marked International Women’s Day with a joint event dedicated to strengthening women farmers’ access to justice, rights and opportunities.

FAO MuNe visit by Leonardo Ghilardini, Strategic Advisor and Board Member of the Italian Rugby Federation
05/03/2026

06 March 2026, Rome, Italy. Leonardo Ghilardini, Former International Rugby Player now Strategic Advisor and Board Member of the Italian rugby Federation, F.I.R.  met with some students at FAO MuNe Museum and Network to discuss about nutrition and tour the Museum.

Junior World Food Day
16/10/2025

Engage in a memorable event with food heroes including youth activists, athletes, influencers, teachers and fellow students through stories, music, cooking and games related to food and agrifood systems.

Food and Agriculture Museum and Network Inauguration
15/10/2025

The inauguration of the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network (MuNe) on the morning of World Food Day, with the participation of Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, QU Dongyu, and the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella.

World Food Day Ceremony
15/10/2025

Celebrate World Food Day with the leaders of the Rome-based UN agencies and special guests including His Holiness Pope Leo XIV; Her Majesty the Queen of Spain and His Majesty the King of Lesotho — also FAO Special Ambassadors for Nutrition; and, former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, with a special message from UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

From Seeds to Foods Exhibition - World Food Forum 2025
09/10/2025

In celebration of FAO’s 80th anniversary, the exhibition highlights the journey from seeds to culinary culture, showcasing how tradition and innovation come together to shape the future of agrifood systems.

FAO in Ostuni to promote agriheritage
12/05/2025

FAO Director-General, QU Dongyu continued the 80th Anniversary celebrations by touring the Masseria "Il Frantoio Rosso Ipogeo" alongside the owner Armando Balestrazzi, spotlighting sustainable olive production. The visit underscored the vital role of agriheritage in preserving cultural and env...

FAO/Circo Massimo Metro Station Installation
27/06/2025

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), together with the City of Rome and ATAC – the capital’s public transport company – today inaugurated the renovated lobby of the Circo Massimo metro station, located just steps away from FAO headquarters and now renamed “Circo M...

Together for Food Education in Rome's Schools
22/06/2025

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Roma Capitale have launched 'Together for Food Education in Rome’s Schools,' a new initiative aimed at promoting food education and sustainable consumption habits in all municipal schools of the Capital.

Inauguration of the "Sustainable Pompeii" project
21/05/2025

22 May 2025. Pompeii, Italy. Inauguration of the "Sustainable Pompeii" project, created by FAO in collaboration with the Archaeological Park of Pompeii and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI).

The Conscious Kitchen - FAO at Romics XXXIV edition
02/04/2025

During the 34th edition of Romics, FAO took part in the event with the "Conscious Kitchen" a dedicated space designed to encourage visitors to reflect on how we buy, prepare, and store food.

FAO at Vanity Fair's Giardino delle Idee during Milan Design Week 2025
12/04/2025

During Milan Design Week 2025, FAO took part in Vanity Fair Italia’s Giardino delle Idee with a dedicated space centered on food sustainability: the Conscious Kitchen.