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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, water, soil and climate
FAO report highlights long-term economic case for tackling antimicrobial resistance in livestock
03/06/2026
Antimicrobial growth promoters may offer short-term productivity gains, but the long-term economic costs of rising antimicrobial resistance are far higher
FAO's Engagement in Geneva Trade Deliberations in May 2026
01/06/2026
Throughout May, FAO actively contributed to key trade-focused discussions and events, providing valuable insights and updates on agricultural and fisheries trade, food security, and sustainable development.
Sustaining Tea, Supporting Communities
29/05/2026
International Tea Day 2026 celebrations at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
Availability, accessibility and affordability of quality food are vital for food security, says FAO
28/05/2026
At World Nutrition Day 2026, FAO Director-General calls for effective collaboration to ensure that basic, nutritious, healthy, and functional foods reach those who need them most
Bee together for People and the Planet: Geneva celebrates World Bee Day 2026
27/05/2026
World Bee Day 2026 celebrations at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
Strait of Hormuz: Time running out to avert global food security crisis, FAO warns
26/05/2026
FAO Director-General QU Dongyu addresses event on Middle East conflict with Spain Prime Minister
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
QU Dongyu addresses Vatican-hosted high-level symposium: AI and the Future of Human Dignity
Strait of Hormuz conflict threatens global food prices as FAO warns time is running out
20/05/2026
FAO outlines urgent measures and policy recommendations to avert severe crisis within six to 12 months
FAO Director General honours India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi with FAO’s prestigious Agricola Medal
20/05/2026
QU Dongyu praises the Indian leader’s efforts to prioritize agrifood systems and rural development
Hand-in-Hand: supporting agrifood investment opportunities in SIDS
19/05/2026
Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are recognized as a special case for sustainable development efforts due to their unique vulnerabilities. SIDS are particularly exposed to challenges, such as external economic shocks, coastal erosion and sea-level rise, climate shocks, and extreme events, affecting food security and nutrition.
UN agencies warn of worsening hunger and malnutrition crisis in Somalia as famine risk emerges
15/05/2026
From FAO Regional Office for Africa
Risk of Famine persists as nearly 19.5 million people face acute food insecurity in Sudan
15/05/2026
Conflict, displacement and restricted humanitarian access leave more than 825,000 children at risk of death from severe malnutrition in 2026
Millions trapped in deepening hunger crisis in the DRC as needs far outpace humanitarian response
14/05/2026
From FAO Regional Office for Africa
FAO report calls for robust risk assessment for recycled plastic food packaging
13/05/2026
Findings underscore need for discussion on global standards as demand for environmentally friendly packaging rises
FAO Regional Conference for Europe highlights resilience and inclusion amid climate, economic and geopolitical strains
11/05/2026
Ministerial Meeting in Tajikistan addresses sustainable agrifood systems
FAO Food Price Index up for third consecutive month largely on rising vegetable oil prices
08/05/2026
Index also impacted by increases in cereal and rice prices amid disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz crisis
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 food security
FAO's engagement in trade deliberations in March and April 2026
30/04/2026
Throughout March and April 2026, FAO actively contributed to key trade-focused discussions and events, providing valuable insights and updates on agricultural and fisheries trade, food security, and sustainable development.
New report urges urgent, coordinated financing to reverse rising hunger and transform agrifood systems across Africa
30/04/2026
From FAO Regional Office for Africa