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Women farmers’ access to justice and resources take centre stage as Rome-based UN agencies mark International Women’s Day 2026
05/03/2026

FAO, IFAD and WFP bring together high-level representatives and farmers’ organizations for the annual joint event in Rome

Italy and FAO mark International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 with commemorative coin
05/03/2026

New 5-euro silver coin, produced in collaboration with Italy’s State Mint, celebrates women’s essential contributions to agrifood systems

FAO Members in Latin America and Caribbean discuss priorities in fighting hunger and poverty
04/03/2026

Regional Conference kicks off as FAO Director-General emphasizes the need for enhanced coordination and support for farmers to bolster progress in food...

Brazil’s Rosângela “Janja” Lula da Silva designated FAO Special Goodwill Champion Against Hunger
04/03/2026

In this capacity, Madame Lula da Silva will advocate for food security, women’s empowerment, and sustainable agrifood systems.

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What fuels the stove, fires the change: rethinking cooking for health, empowerment and climate

21/08/2025

Despite clear benefits, clean cooking solutions receive limited support, leaving billions without a safe way to cook.

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Beating hunger through social protection, investments and resilience: FAO Chief Economist
28/07/2025

Interview with Máximo Torero on key takeaways from SOFI 2025 report