Nearly 500 people recently participated in the first of four webinars on transforming agriculture in Africa through digitalization, organized by the FAO Investment Centre and African Development Bank. The turnout speaks to the popularity of the topic and

In the weeks following Bangladesh’s first recorded COVID-19 case in early March, the Government of Bangladesh initiated a countrywide lockdown to contain the virus’ outbreak.  Vehicles carrying medicine, fuel and perishable items were exempt from the res

Getting fruit and vegetables from the fields to the table is extra challenging amid COVID-19 – from restrictions on movement to high transport costs and closed markets. The sector is also facing big changes in demand and prices. While the prices of s

Increased use of drones and digital technologies, rigorous food safety and quality requirements from global supply chains, climate change, pandemics like the current COVID-19 crisis. These are just a few of the disruptive changes that farmers face. Keep

When you think of tea growing countries, Georgia and Azerbaijan might not immediately spring to mind. But the two have a long history steeped in tea production dating back to the nineteenth century. By the 1980s, they were supplying most of the tea consu

As COVID-19 continues its rapid spread around the world, countries, without exception, are taking unprecedented measures to mitigate the human and economic toll of the disease. While the virus has spread less rapidly in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), cou

Caribbean countries have been looking to reinvigorate their agriculture sectors, making them more competitive, more prosperous, more climate resilient and more inclusive. FAO and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) recently unveiled their new study on t

James Tefft, FAO Investment Centre Senior Economist, talks about the leadership of governors, mayors and other local officials in keeping food systems functioning during the COVID-19 pandemic.   What are the biggest challenges to food systems? The natu

Today, more than ever, digital agriculture is streamlining efficiency and productivity. But in Africa, many people do not have access to agricultural tools and equipment to improve their yields and reduce heavy labour. These tools, digital and non-digital

Over the last several years, FAO and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have been working with governments and producers worldwide to support geographical indications (GI) for traditionally made products. 

FAO and The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) expect Serbia to benefit from its membership of the International Grains Council (IGC).  Serbia became a full member of the body at the beginning of the month, joining the world’s larges

La pandémie du COVID-19 a plongé le monde en situation de crise, avec les gouvernements prenant des actions exceptionnelles et imposant des restrictions de mouvements sans précédent et élaborant des plans pour débloquer des fonds publics afin de lutter co

Serbia’s new bylaws are in line with EU hygiene legislation FAO and EBRD guidelines aim to help small-scale producers earn consumer confidence and tap into new markets Flexibility provisions help preserve food diversity in Serbia, as well as

Millions of people around the world depend on international trade for their food security and livelihoods. As countries move to enact measures aiming to halt the accelerating COVID-19 pandemic, care must be taken to minimise potential impacts on the food

The Board of the Green Climate Fund today approved a $119 million disbursement for a FAO co-designed project to boost the resilience to climate change of vulnerable rural communities in Cuba. The Green Climate Fund will contribute $38.2 million, while th

Edible crickets. Meat grown in a lab. Animal feed components made from insects. In December, FAO’s annual Investment Days looked at some of the innovations from the world of alternative proteins for human and animal consumption. Participants debated how

Changing consumer tastes, digital technologies, innovations and investment are driving the shift toward a healthier, more sustainable food system.   And healthier, more sustainable food systems are key to addressing the world’s most pressing challenges –

Montenegro’s natural beauty and untapped local gastronomic culture are creating interesting opportunities for local farmers Producers see promising growth in rural hospitality and in supplying hotels and restaurants New gastronomy route and an atlas o

The Organization's Investment Centre has been collaborating with IFAD for over 40 years, providing support on country strategy elaboration, design of investment projects, implementation support, capacity development and the production of joint knowledge p

Le Centre d’investissement de la FAO aide les pays à concevoir et à mobiliser les investissements publics et privés. En 2019, la FAO et ses principaux partenaires de financement (Banque mondiale, IFAD, BERD, FVC, GAFSP) ont mobilisé 4,5 milliards de dollars.