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Director-General
News
FAO launches first major global assessment of salt-affected soils in 50 years
The report was presented at the International Soil and Water Forum 2024 in Bangkok
Story
Weaving new futures
For International Mountain Day—11 December— read about the women in the mountainous villages of Guatemala who are improving their economic statuses while keeping ancient weaving techniques alive.
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Director-General urges heads of FAO country offices to take collective action to the next level
FAO is committed to putting the needs of countries and regions front and center to steer the planet’s agrifood systems onto a more productive and sustainable path
Event
Mountain solutions for a sustainable future
This International Mountain Day learn about the importance of mountains to life, and discover innovations and solutions of mountain communities.
Event
International Soil and Water Forum 2024
Managing water scarcity and reversing soil degradation are key for sustainable and resilient agrifood systems. Follow the forum and discover how!
In Focus
FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Interactive story
Championing sustainable fisheries
Discover how FAO’s Coastal Fisheries Initiative helps to preserve marine resources and promote sustainable fishing for a healthy environment.
Event
Our Land. Our Future
Restoration of degraded agricultural land needs political leadership, investment and action. Follow the UNCCD COP16 and see how we can combat desertification.
Data
Explore FAO’s global water data platform
AQUASTAT collects and analyses data from around the world to support the sustainable use of water.
Director-General
Director-General urges heads of FAO country offices to take collective action to the next level
FAO is committed to putting the needs of countries and regions front and center to steer the planet’s agrifood systems onto a more productive and sustainable path
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Voices of Impact
Not deserting deserts: Scaling land restoration through innovation
04/12/2024
In Mauritania rising temperatures are fuelling Sahara expansion and desertification, leading to food insecurity and poverty. Watch the video and discover how farmers like Teslim are growing vegetables, fruit, forage and chickens by restoring fertile land with the support of FAO's Action Against Desertification programme.
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
FAO Brief - 9 December 2024
09/12/2024
In this episode: FAO calls for urgent agricultural aid to the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid the severe food insecurity in the country; a new FAO report offers guidance on integrating nutrition goals into international food trade policies; and, in Riyad, Saudi Arabia, FAO joins global call for action to combat land degradation at the COP16 Desertification Conference.
Data
FAO Food Price Index 2021-2024
2020 World
31.2%
2010 World
31.5%
In depth
Data
Transparency is key to FAO’s mission
Our new transparency portal shows how and where our resources are used and the results we have achieved. Explore the portal now.
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.
The impact of the ongoing conflict in Lebanon
Impact assessment on agriculture and livelihoods