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Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore gives McDougall Memorial Lecture to start FAO Conference 2023
He highlighted that food and environmental challenges are great opportunities for growth and efficiency benefits the poor
News
SIDS, LDCs and LLDCs issue call for action to accelerate agrifood systems transformation and build resilience
High-Level Ministerial Event hosted by FAO promotes the sharing of experiences and ways forward
Director-General praises Africa’s strengths and reaffirms FAO’s support for accelerating agrifood systems transformation
QU Dongyu spoke at the African Union - European Union Ministerial Conference.
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In agrifood systems, not everyone’s experience is equal
Women play a vital role in agrifood systems. To grow equality, we need to address the challenges they face.
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Building political support
Change often comes through legislation. That’s why parliamentarians are critical partners in achieving food security.
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FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Event
43rd FAO Conference
The 43rd FAO Conference runs from 1-7 July. See the agenda, meeting documents and more.
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Transforming agrifood systems around the world
See our work in action as we strive towards achieving the Four Betters.
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United Nations Food Systems Coordination Hub
Access the latest news and information on food systems transformation in one place. Register here for the UN Food Systems Summit +2 (24-26 July 2023).
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Director-General praises Africa’s strengths and reaffirms FAO’s support for accelerating agrifood systems transformation
QU Dongyu spoke at the African Union - European Union Ministerial Conference.
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Voices of Impact
Diversity of Animal Genetic Resources
26/06/2023
More than 2,400 livestock breeds are at risk of extinction, while 600 are already extinct, according to FAO. If managed sustainably, this diversity can be used to increase production and allow livestock to adapt to challenges such as climate change.
Video
5 ways FAO is helping Small Island Developing States achieve food security
29/06/2023
From boosting local food production to increasing resilience, here is how SIDS can achieve more sustainable agrifood systems.
Podcast
30/06/2023
Discover the latest edition highlighting key developments, including a program to clear war remnants from agricultural land in Ukraine, an urgent response to Sudan's food insecurity, and a preview of the upcoming FAO Conference. Tune in now to stay informed!
Data
Cropland area by region
Note: Percentages on the figure indicate the shares in the total; they may not tally due to rounding.
Source: FAO. 2022. FAOSTAT: Land Use. In: FAO. Rome. Cited October 2022.http://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/RL https://doi.org/10.4060/cc2211en-fig04
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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Hand in Hand Initiative
Discover an evidence-based, country-led and country-owned initiative to accelerate agricultural transformation and sustainable rural development.
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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.
FAO Brief: New episode
The latest news on the FAO's work in Ukraine and Sudan, as well as the upcoming FAO Conference.