From savings to strength - how forest and farm producer organizations can use internal finance to boost growth

18/03/2026

Presenting real-world experiences in the implementation of self-managed financial structures and show how they contribute to improved livelihoods through the mobilization of millions of dollars.

Celebrating the 2026 International Day of Forests and World Water Day

Rome (Italy), 19/03/2026

Join FAO on Thursday 19 March at 11:00 (UTC+1) for a high-level global event to celebrate the 

Forests and economies: sustainable production and bioeconomy pathways

Roma (Italy), Hybrid Event, 19/03/2026

Join FAO on 19 March for a hybrid global technical event to discover why forests are vital to healthy economies.

International Seminar on Global Poverty Reduction Partnerships

10/12/2025

During the International Seminar on Global Poverty Reduction Partnerships, the latest Global Poverty Reduction Case Series was launched and a joint FAO case study on ecological poverty alleviation was honoured as a Best Case Study.

28th Session Committee on Forestry

Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 28/09/2026 - 02/10/2026

The Committee on Forestry is the highest global intergovernmental body on forestry. COFO28 will be held in conjunction with the 10th World Forest Week. 

International Day of Forests 2026

Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 21/03/2026

Boosting entrepreneurship and market access for forest and farm products

16/12/2025

This webinar will focus on fostering an entrepreneurial culture among forest and farm producers, especially youth and women.

Showcasing the multidimensions of sustainable agricultural solutions for reducing deforestation

Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 16/12/2025

Join FAO for the launch of the Solutions-tree - a tool to help countries use practical, field-tested measures to curb forest loss while improving food systems and rural livelihoods.

Advancing Sustainable Forest-based Bioeconomy Approaches

Vienna (Austria), Hybrid Event, 23/02/2026 - 25/02/2026

The global summit will bring together leaders from government, science, industry, civil society and major groups to drive forward innovative and inclusive bioeconomy solutions that put sustainable forest management at the core.

Bioeconomy cooperation: next steps to upscale forest-based bioeconomy approaches

10/12/2025

Highlighting innovative solutions and strategies for advancing the forest-based bioeconomy.

31st Session Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission

Chiang Mai (Thailand), 04/11/2025 - 07/11/2025

The 31st Session of the Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission will be hosted by the Royal Forest Department of Thailand.

International Mountain Day

Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 11/12/2025

Join FAO to celebrate the Day dedicated to the critical importance of glaciers for water, food security and sustainable livelihoods in mountain regions and beyond.

COP 30 United Nations Climate Change Conference

Belém (Brazil), Hybrid Event, 10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025

The 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is a critical event in global efforts to combat climate change and ensure food security for present and future generations.

FAO Global Technical Recognition Ceremony

Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 15/10/2025

Join the Global Technical Recognition Ceremony, a key event during FAO’s 80th anniversary celebrations, highlighting outstanding technical work that has contributed to global food security, sustainable development and agrifood systems transformation. 

Launch of the 2025 Global Forest Resources Assessment

Bali (Indonesia), Hybrid Event, 21/10/2025

FAO's 2025 Global Forest Resources Assessment will be launched at the Global Forest Observations Initiative Plenary in Bali, Indonesia, on 21 October.

Building the future: innovative wood solutions for carbon neutrality and sustainable bioeconomy

20/10/2025

Sustainable wood construction can serve as a nature-based solution to address multiple challenges—from the global housing crisis to climate change mitigation.  

6th Near East Forestry Week side event: Launch of the Status of Mediterranean Forests 2025

01/10/2025

Join FAO and Silva Mediterranea – the Committee on Mediterranean Forestry Questions for the release of the third edition of the Status of Mediterranean Forests report. The launch will take place at a side event for the 6th Near East Forestry Week, which runs alongside the 27th Session of the Near East Forestry and Range Commission meeting, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

World Restoration Flagships award ceremony - FAO’s 80th anniversary and World Food Forum

Rome (Italy), 15/10/2025

Four new UN World Restoration Flagships will be announced at this event celebrating significant worldwide efforts to revive our forests, farmlands and other degraded ecosystems. By awarding World Restoration Flagships, the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the UN Environment Programme, recognizes the most ambitious, promis...

Building strong advocacy agendas for forest and farm producer organizations

24/09/2025

This webinar will explore how forest and farm producer organizations influence and shape national and subnational policies and legal frameworks to create more supportive environments for their members and sustainable land management. 

25th Session African Forestry and Wildlife Commission

The Gambia (The Gambia), 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025

Created in 1959, the African Forestry and Wildlife Commission (AFWC) is one of six Regional Forestry Commissions established by FAO to provide a policy and technical forum for countries to discuss and address forest issues on a regional basis.