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FAO in India

India has come a long way since 1945, when it became one of the founding members of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as a low-income, food-deficient country. Today, the country is not only self-sufficient in rice and wheat, but it also exports a range of food products. Moreover, at any given time, India has up to 60 million tons of food grain buffer stocks. Throughout this journey of success, FAO has been a steadfast partner since 1948, when its operations in India first commenced.

Country Programming Framework 2023-2027

In line with the One United Nations (UN) agenda, FAO’s new Country Programming Framework (CPF) 2023–2027 aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) India (2023–2027) strategic priorities and outcomes. The India–UNSDCF 2023–27 has been developed collaboratively with the Government of India (GoI), led by the NITI Aayog and participation of various Ministries, States and Union Territories.

The CPF 2023-2027 sets out four priority areas to facilitate FAO’s partnership with, and support to, the Government of India for transforming agrifood systems by applying innovative international best practices and global standards, along with national and regional expertise, and providing the required technical assistance.

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Water Conservation and Smart Irrigation

Water is the foundation of agriculture, but much of it is lost through inefficient irrigation and changing climate conditions. This video highlights how water conservation and smart irrigation can help farmers grow more with less water. It showcases practical solutions such as the Pressurized Piped Irrigation System (PPIS), drip and sprinkler irrigation, and efficient water management that reduce water losses, improve water-use efficiency, lower production costs, and support climate-resilient agriculture. Every drop saved is a step towards a more sustainable and prosperous future for farmers

08/10/2026

Publications
Clean milk scorecard
2026

The Clean milk scorecard has been developed as a practical, farmer‑friendly tool to improve milk hygiene and dairy farm management, making it highly...

The seed champions of Odisha
2026

Stories of Odisha’s farmers and their role in climate-resilient agriculture, community-led agroecological revival and preserving native seeds

Sowing hope, harvesting success - 80 years of FAO in India
2026

The 80th anniversary FAO in India coffee table book, titled “Sowing hope, harvesting success,” celebrates eight decades of enduring partnership between...