Science, Technology and Innovation

FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2026

Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.

 : 12-16 October

: FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy and online

Aligned with the 2026 WFF theme on Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow., the FAO Science and Innovation Forum (SIF) provides a platform for structured dialogue, knowledge exchange and collaboration on science, 
technology and innovation, among scientists, innovators, policymakers, farmers’ organizations, youth, and a broad range of partners.  It tackles inter- and transdisciplinary subjects in science, technology and innovation highlighting systems approach.

Some of the subjects addressed will be on partnerships, investment in research for development, access to a range of innovations and services by the most vulnerable stakeholders, strengthened science-policy interfaces for informed decision-making, youth-led innovation, science communication, evidence synthesis, role of youth and women in transforming agrifood systems. 

Online registration will open shortly, and the programme will be available soon.

Call for side events
Call for events at the World Food Forum 2026

Application deadline: 31 May 2026, 23:59 CEST 
More information is available here.