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Agrifood systems take center stage at SDG Summit and 78th UN General Assembly
Delegation led by Director-General QU Dongyu, consisting of FAO’s Chief Economist, Chief Scientist and several division directors, showed FAO’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals
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Catfish: a big business for a big nation
Bolstering Nigeria’s booming catfish sector to help feed Africa’s most populous country.
QU Dongyu makes urgent global call for action on food security at sustainable development conference
In keynote Columbia University lecture, the Director-General proposes transformative solutions to combat rising hunger and environmental challenges
Event
UN General Assembly and SDG Summit
Find out about FAO's participation at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly and the SDG Summit 2023.
Campaigns
#FoodHeroes are water heroes
This World Food Day on 16 October, let’s thank all the Food Heroes who are managing water wisely. See how they are taking action.
Data
Explore the SDG Indicators Data Portal
Access the latest trends and current analysis of the SDG indicators under FAO custodianship.
Event
Join the World Food Forum 2023
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.
In Focus
FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Campaigns
Take part in the International Year of Millets 2023
This year, hundreds of activities and events are being organized to promote and celebrate millets. Find an event near you.
Director-General
QU Dongyu makes urgent global call for action on food security at sustainable development conference
In keynote Columbia University lecture, the Director-General proposes transformative solutions to combat rising hunger and environmental challenges
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Transform our food systems for a sustainable world without hunger
14/09/2023
Urgent action is needed to transform our food systems to deliver solutions to achieve the 2030 Agenda. New initiatives as means of implementation such as mobilizing finance, science, data, innovative solutions and a robust policy and governance mechanism are set in motion to support food systems transformation. Watch the video for more.
Video
Healthy forests for healthy people
17/03/2023
Healthy forests are vital for all aspects of a healthy planet, from livelihoods and nutrition to biodiversity and the environment, but they are under threat. Conserving and sustainably using forests is one of the best ways of protecting our planet and ourselves.
Podcast
22/09/2023
In this episode: A spotlight on sustainable agrifood systems at the UN General Assembly and SDG Summit in New York; FAO warns the world is drifting from development goals due to multiple shocks; and a look ahead to the next events that dig into specifics of sustainability in agrifood systems.
Data
FAO Hunger Map
FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP and WHO. 2023. The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023. Urbanization, agrifood systems transformation and healthy diets across the rural-urban continuum. Data are available on FAOSTAT (https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/FS)
2020 World
31.2%
2010 World
31.5%
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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.
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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.
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.
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Sustainable agrifood systems spotlighted at the UN General Assembly; multiple shocks push world further from development targets; explore upcoming FAO events.