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122 million more people pushed into hunger since 2019 due to multiple crises, reveals UN report
Latest research shows around 735 million people currently facing hunger, compared to 613 million in 2019
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Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture turns 40 and its work has never been more important
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The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023
Get the latest estimates of undernourishment and food insecurity in the world and see how urbanization is changing agrifood systems.
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Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture turns 40 and its work has never been more important
FAO Director-General addresses the intergovernmental body as it meets again at a pivotal time for action to protect biodiversity
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State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023 - Interview with FAO Chief Economist
12/07/2023
Over 122 million more people are facing hunger globally since 2019 due to the pandemic, weather shocks and conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, according to the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2023. Watch the interview with Maximo Torero, FAO's Chief Economist, who discusses the report's main findings and the actions needed to promote food security and nutrition.
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Between 691 and 783 million people faced hunger in 2022
12/07/2023
Global hunger remained relatively unchanged from 2021 to 2022, yet trends in hunger vary greatly by region.
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12/07/2023
Tune in to the FAO Talks podcast with FAO´s Chief Economist Maximo Torero as he explores the causes of the global hunger rise since 2019. Discover valuable insights and potential solutions from the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2023 report.
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FAO Hunger Map
Source: 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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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.
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The global hunger increase due to various crises since 2019, FAO urges proactive action in Somalia for El Niño, and the June drop in food prices.