Highlights
Director-General
News
FAO Council opens by highlighting the Organization’s comparative advantage in facing today’s global challenges
“FAO works for the vulnerable people,” Director-General QU Dongyu said in his opening remarks
News
Camelids take centre stage: FAO launches International Year to recognize their global impact
UN dedicates 2024 to recognizing the essential role of these animals in supporting livelihoods and sustainability
Director-General champions agrifood systems as climate solution at COP 28
Qu Dongyu led FAO delegation during the first high-level segment of the UN Climate Conference in Dubai
Event
FAO at COP28
This year at COP28, FAO will be advocating for global action on climate, agriculture and food security.
Event
174th FAO Council
The Council is the executive arm of FAO's governing body. Access the agenda, meeting documents and more of the 174th Session.
Story
Speaking up and out about gender-based violence
Towards ending gender-based violence and early marriages in Senegal and sub-Saharan Africa.
Campaign
Heroes of deserts and highlands
Did you know that 2024 will be the International Year of Camelids? See how to take part and spread the word about these culturally significant animals!
In Focus
FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Publication
Agrifood solutions to climate change
Learn how sustainable agrifood systems can help countries and communities build resilience amid a worsening climate crisis.
Director-General
Director-General champions agrifood systems as climate solution at COP 28
Qu Dongyu led FAO delegation during the first high-level segment of the UN Climate Conference in Dubai
Voices of Impact
Lokuru’s story: when lives depend on livestock
28/11/2023
In South Sudan, livestock is livelihood for pastoralists like Michael Lokuru Kuri, a livelihood that is negatively affected by climate change and conflicts due to competition for scarce resources. Watch the video to see how FAO's support in excavating a reservoir and providing a solar-powered water pump reduces conflict and supports pastoralists’ livelihoods in times of climate crisis.
Video
Protecting our land, soil and water systems
01/02/2023
Over 95% of our food is produced on land and all begins with soil and water. We need to work together to sustainably manage these vital resources.
Podcast
01/12/2023
In this episode: FAO Director-General at the COP28 climate conference; FAO and WHO mark the 60th year of the Codex Alimentarius; and we offer a preview of the upcoming International Year of Camelids.
Data
World greenhouse gas emissions from agrifood systems by component
Source: FAO. 2023. Emissions totals. In: FAOSTAT. Rome. [Cited November 2023]. https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/GT
2020 World
31.2%
2010 World
31.5%
In depth
In Focus
Annual funding overview
Thanks to continued trust and growing financial support from our Resource Partners, FAO is working to create a world without hunger or poverty.
Publication
Medium Term Plan and Programme of Work
The Director-General’s Medium Term Plan (Reviewed) 2022-25 and Programme of Work and Budget 2024-25.
In Focus
FAO Data Lab
The FAO Data Lab for Statistical Innovation modernizes the statistical business process, with a specific focus on emergency contexts, when having access to timely information is very important.
FAO and the SDGs
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A world free from hunger and malnutrition where food and agriculture contributes to improving the living standards of all
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems.
FAO Brief
FAO Director-General at COP28; 60th anniversary of Codex Alimentarius; preview of International Year of Camelids