Discover the special agriculture products at the First FAO Global Exhibition: From Seeds to Foods

Do you know that more than 95 Member Nations are promoting 56 special agricultural products under FAO’s One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative? These products are chosen by countries for their cultural significance, exceptional quality and global market potential.  

Do you want to see – and taste – some of these products? Join us at the First FAO Global Exhibition: From Seeds to Foods, taking place from 10 to 13 October at the Park of Porta Capena in Rome. Farmers, producers, scientists and food enthusiasts from more than 140 Member Nations will come together to share their stories, innovations and products. 

At the exhibition, you can witness the journey of food from seed to plate, explore innovative farming practices and experience interactive stalls, tastings, workshops and live cooking demonstrations.

Why OCOP matters

OCOP is a FAO flagship global initiative that helps countries to focus on one strategic agricultural product and strengthen its entire value chain - from production to marketing while supporting sustainable agrifood systems and maximizing benefits for farmers and communities.

Products range from exotic fruits and crops to beverages, livestock and fisheries such as chestnut from Albania, jackfruit from Bangladesh, tea from China, amaranth from Mexico, chickpeas from Lebanon, Tambaqui fish from Brazil, and cocoa from Trinidad and Tobago. 

The products promoted under OCOP stand out for their:  

• Diversity: From fruits, grains, and spices to beverages and more spanning across crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries.
• Nutritional value: Many are rich in essential nutrients or underutilized species (NUS) that can help improve diets and nutrition.
• Climate resilience: Products adapted to local environments, supporting biodiversity.
• Cultural heritage: Each product tells the story of its country and communities.
  

Why you should attend

“This is a rare opportunity to explore agricultural innovations, taste authentic flavours, and meet the people behind these extraordinary products. Whether you are a food enthusiast, a researcher, a policymaker or just curious about the world’s agricultural diversity, the exhibition has something for everyone”, says Yurdi Yasmi, Director of the FAO Plant Production and Protection Division and Deputy Executive Secretary of the OCOP Secretariat. 

Don’t miss out! Join us and be part of this global celebration of food, culture and innovation. Taste, learn and connect all under one roof.

Check the day-wise programme schedule HERE.