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FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization forges path ahead
First-ever conference of its kind ends with a Call to Action with 15 key actions as drivers for real change
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Global call for concrete actions towards sustainable livestock transformation
First FAO Conference on the topic promotes intense debates on how to make production more environmentally friendly, supportive of rural livelihoods and able to meet the world’s growing protein needs.
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste: FAO calls for circular model in agrifood systems
Director-General says “take-make-use-discard” model wasteful and unsustainable as FAO launches new Food Loss App
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Mechanization in action
Discover how agricultural mechanization can help us tackle pressing global issues.
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Our actions are our future
Let’s work together for the right of all people to food, nutrition, peace and equality.
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Pinpointing and tackling food loss hotspots in micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises
Leading the way to curbing food loss in Thailand.
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This year, the World Food Forum's (WFF) flagship event will comprise the Global Youth Forum for Food and Agriculture, the Science and Innovation Forum and the Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum. Register now to attend.
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FAO response to global food security challenges
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Director-General
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste: FAO calls for circular model in agrifood systems
Director-General says “take-make-use-discard” model wasteful and unsustainable as FAO launches new Food Loss App
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Voices of Impact
Harnessing innovation to reduce food loss and waste in germinated brown rice production in Thailand
27/09/2023
Simple technical innovations in germinated brown rice processing have reduced food losses and increased incomes in Thailand. Watch the video to see how, with FAO support, a women-led cooperative addressed food losses while improving families' lives.
Podcast
29/09/2023
The region of Ixil in Guatemala is one of the poorest coffee-growing regions in the world. Low literacy rates and child labor have long plagued the population. Find out how FAO and partners are promoting education and safe youth employment in the coffee industry.
Data
Food loss percentages by region (2016 and 2021)
Source: FAO. 2023. Indicators. In: Sustainable Development Goals. Rome. Cited 8 June 2023. www.fao.org/sustainable-development-goals/indicators/en
https://doi.org/10.4060/CC7088EN-fig52
2020 World
31.2%
2010 World
31.5%
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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.
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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.
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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.
Storm Daniel, Libya, September 2023
Rapid impact assessment of the flood on agriculture and livelihoods