Trade, resilience and food security: Global food markets under stress
09/07/2026
Food and agricultural trade increased fivefold between 2000 and 2024, with low- and middle-income countries becoming more integrated into global markets. Yet these markets face growing exposure to shocks, including extreme weather, conflicts, pandemics, macroeconomic pressures and financial crises.
Crop Prospects and Food Situation - Triannual Global Report, No. 2, July 2026
03/07/2026
The triannual Crop Prospects and Food Situation report provides a forward-looking global analysis of cereal production, market trends and acute food security conditions, with a particular attention on low-income food-deficit countries.FAO estimates that 41 countries/territories require external assistance for food: 31 in Africa, eight in Asia, one in Latin America and the Caribbean, and one in Europe.
Cereal supply and demand balances for sub-Saharan African countries - Situation as at June 2026
03/07/2026
The cereal supply and demand balances included in this report present a subset of data from the FAO/GIEWS Country Cereal Balance System (CCBS) database created and continuously kept up to date by the Global Information and Early Warning System on Food and Agriculture (GIEWS) and Basic Foodstuffs teams of the Markets and Trade Division, with data since 1980. This report is based on information available as at June 2026.
GIEWS Update - Agricultural production risks associated with El Niño conditions and shipping disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict, 29 June 2026
29/06/2026
The ongoing El Niño event is expected to persist into early 2027, increasing the risk of extreme weather and adverse impacts on agricultural production in several regions. Dry conditions are forecast in parts of sub‑Saharan Africa, Far East Asia and Central America, while above‑average rainfall is expected in Near East Asia. Shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz may further raise input costs and constrain supply.
OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2026–2035
29/06/2026
The Agricultural Outlook 2026–2035 is a collaborative effort of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. It brings together the commodity, policy, and country expertise of both organisations, as well as input from collaborating member countries, to provide an annual assessment of the prospects for the coming decade of national, regional, and global agricultural commodity markets.
OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034 - Executive Summary
29/06/2026
The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2026–2035 provides an assessment of the ten-year prospects for agricultural commodity and fish markets at national, regional, and global levels. The report highlights how rising incomes and urbanization are increasing demand for animal-source foods in middle-income countries, while also offering insights into pathways for eliminating undernourishment and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Oilseeds, Oils and Meals. Monthly price update No. 203, Jun 2026
26/06/2026
The Monthly Price Update is an information product provided by the oilseeds desk of the Markets and Trade Division of FAO. It reviews the development of international prices for oilseeds, oils and meals as reflected by FAO’s price indices.
Food Outlook – Biannual report on global food markets
18/06/2026
Despite spillovers from energy and fertilizer markets into agriculture, FAO’s latest assessments point to a still relatively favourable outlook for global food commodity markets. Cereal production is expected to ease from record highs but remain at historically elevated levels. Nevertheless, the outlook remains highly contingent on weather developments, including emergence of El Niño, which continue to pose significant risks to production.
GIEWS Update - The Lebanese Republic, 18 June 2026
18/06/2026
Since March 2026, the escalation of the conflict in Lebanon has undermined agricultural production, disrupted supply chains and aggravated acute food insecurity, compounded by the impacts of the closure of Strait of Hormuz. Widespread population displacement of about 1 million people and restricted access to agricultural lands have severely disrupted agriculture activities, reducing labour availability, causing crop losses and impacting agricultural livelihoods.
Hunger Hotspots – FAO–WFP early warnings on acute food insecurity: June to November 2026
17/06/2026
In the current edition of a regular joint bi-yearly report, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) warn that acute food insecurity is likely to worsen across 13 countries and territories identified as hotspots between June and November 2026, prompting an early warning for urgent humanitarian action in these identified hunger hotspots.
Food Price Monitoring and Analysis (FPMA) Bulletin #5, 15 June 2026 - Monthly report on food price trends
15/06/2026
International wheat and maize prices increased in May 2026, as weather-related production concerns, firm global import demand and energy-driven cost pressures outweighed the downward pressure exerted by ample global supplies. International rice prices also increased, underpinned by weather concerns and rising production costs, amid continued uncertainty in energy and agricultural input markets.
Measuring carbon and water footprints in avocado value chains
10/06/2026
Global demand for avocados continues to grow in international markets. While this expansion has created economic opportunities for producing countries, it has also raised concerns about the environmental footprint of avocado production and trade, particularly pressure on water resources and greenhouse gas emissions. This study examines how carbon and water footprint (CWF) methodologies are applied to avocado value chains and gathers stakeholder insights on sustainability and performance.
Food Price Monitoring and Analysis (FPMA) Bulletin #4, 15 May 2026 - Monthly report on food price trends
14/05/2026
Despite ample supplies, international prices of wheat and maize edged up across several origins in April 2026 supported by concerns over fertilizer affordability and weather conditions. International rice prices also increased, driven by rising production, packaging and internal transport cost in most rice exporting countries. In domestic markets monitored by FAO, monthly changes in staple food prices largely reflected local market dynamics in March and April 2026.
Oilseeds, Oils and Meals. Monthly price update No. 202, May 2026
11/05/2026
The Monthly Price Update is an information product provided by the oilseeds desk of the Markets and Trade Division of FAO. It reviews the development of international prices for oilseeds, oils and meals as reflected by FAO’s price indices.
North America: Medium-term projections 2025–2034 Regional brief
06/05/2026
Based on the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, this North America Regional brief is part of the main publication. It outlines key trends and emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector in the region, highlighting patterns in production, consumption and trade using projections for the period 2025–2034. The brief also provides regional background information on the main factors underlying these projections.
Near East and North Africa: Medium-term projections 2025–2034 Regional brief
06/05/2026
Based on the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, this Near East and North Africa Regional brief is part of the main publication. It outlines key trends and emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector in the region, highlighting patterns in production, consumption and trade using projections for the period 2025–2034. The brief also provides regional background information on the main factors underlying these projections.
Asia Pacific: Medium-term projections 2025–2034 Regional brief
06/05/2026
Based on the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, this Asia Pacific regional brief is part of the main publication. It outlines key trends and emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector in the region, highlighting patterns in production, consumption and trade using projections for the period 2025–2034. The brief also provides regional background information on the main factors underlying these projections.
Europe and Central Asia: Medium-term projections 2024–2034 Regional brief
05/05/2026
Based on the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, the Europe and Central Asia Regional brief outlines key trends and emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector in the region. It highlights regional patterns in production, consumption, and trade using projections for the period 2025–2034, and provides background on the main regional factors underlying these projections.
Latin America and the Caribbean: Medium-term projections 2025–2034 Regional brief
04/05/2026
Based on the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, this Latin America and the Caribbean Regional brief is part of the main publication. It outlines key trends and emerging issues affecting the agricultural sector in the region, highlighting patterns in production, consumption and trade using projections for the period 2025–2034. The brief also provides regional background information on the main factors underlying these projections.
The effects of agricultural environment-related provisions in regional trade agreements on agricultural trade
01/05/2026
As environmental challenges, including climate change and biodiversity loss, increasingly shape global policy discussions, the integration of environmental concerns into regional trade agreements (RTAs) has gained significant importance.
Cotton, weaving a better future
rom field to fabric, the familiar touch of cotton is woven into our lives. Cotton is one of the oldest natural fibers. It is the thread connecting civilizations. Cotton’s importance extends far beyond apparel. Worth billions, the cotton industry sustains 100 million families in almost 80 countries. Low-income countries earn much needed revenues from cotton exports. And nearly half of the world’s 32 million cotton farmers are women. Consumers appreciate cotton’s natural properties. But as demand grows, cotton faces uncertainties. Climate change, unstable prices and global economic shocks are all impacting the sector. Currently, 20 percent of cotton is being sustainably produced, but the sector is determined to adapt. The focus is on transforming parts of the plant into high-value products, like fuel, food, and fertilizer. We must foster sustainable growth, by: harnessing the power of science, innovation, and technology improving cotton’s performance as a fiber to meet consumers’ evolving demand creating jobs for young people and weaving a bright path into the future. World Cotton Day celebrates this precious resource. For better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no-one behind. To learn more, visit World Cotton Day Subscribe! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c... Follow FAO on social media! * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/UNFAO * Instagram - https://instagram.com/fao * LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/fao * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fao * Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/fao/ * Weibo - https://www.weibo.com/unfao © FAO: http://www.fao.org #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals
07/10/2022
77th Session of the Committee on Commodity Problems | 13-15 July 2026 - Rome, Italy
13/07/2026
The 77th Session of the Committee on Commodity Problems (CCP 77) will take place from 13 to 15 July 2026 at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, in a hybrid mode. The Session will review recent trends in global agricultural commodity and fertilizer markets, assess market outlooks including medium-...
State of Agricultural Commodity Markets explores how best to cope with shocks
09/07/2026
Trade policy choices play a key role in the resilience of global food markets, FAO flagship report finds
FAO Food Price Index edges down amid diverging commodity price movements
03/07/2026
Farm incomes set to rise over next decade – but volatility puts gains at risk
29/06/2026
OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2026-2035 sees agricultural growth rate outpacing carbon emissions over next decade
FAO Food Outlook: Global food commodity market trends face rising geopolitical and weather risks
18/06/2026
New edition also explores shipping fuel implications, energy-agriculture market linkages, fertilizer markets, and the global food import bill
FAO Food Price Index broadly stable in May even as cereal quotations increase
05/06/2026
New early-season forecasts point to likely declining global cereal harvests and trade in the year ahead
Shocks and Resilience: Insights Ahead of SOCO 2026
26/05/2026
A workshop held ahead of the global launch of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets 2026 provided an opportunity to reflect on the analytical work underpinning the forthcoming edition, which will be launched on 9 July.
The workshop brought together presenters from academia...
Trade, Sustainability and Resilience in Agrifood Systems
26/05/2026
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FAO Food Price Index up for third consecutive month largely on rising vegetable oil prices
08/05/2026
FAO Food Price Index rises in March as Near East conflict raises energy costs
03/04/2026
Pressure on fertilizer supplies and elevated energy prices add uncertainty to markets, despite a broadly comfortable global cereal supply situation
FAO Chief Economist warns of severe global food security risks from disruption to Strait of Hormuz trade corridor
26/03/2026
New York / Rome — The Chief Economist of the Food and Ag...
World Banana Forum webinar highlights advances in the development of TR4-resistant banana varieties
12/03/2026
FAO welcomes UN resolution instituting International Coffee Day
10/03/2026
Rome/New York - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) welcomes the adoption of a resolution by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) proclaiming October 1 as International Coffee Day.
Approved on Tuesday in New York, the
FAO Food Price Index rises in February for first time in five months
06/03/2026
Rome – The benchmark measure for world food commodity prices rose in February, ending a five-month downward trend, as higher quotations for wheat, most vegetable oils and several mea...
FAO Food Price Index declines in January for fifth consecutive month
06/02/2026
Rome – The measure of world food commodity prices declined in January for the fifth consecutive month, led by lower international quotations for dairy, sugar and meat products, according to the
FAO Food Price Index dips in December despite higher world cereal quotations
09/01/2026
FAO Food Price Index declines in November for third consecutive month
05/12/2025
FAO Food Outlook points to broad-based increase in global food commodity production
13/11/2025
FAO Food Price Index declines in October, world cereal stocks set to reach record high
07/11/2025
