“Unlocking carbon market opportunities in Serbia’s forestry sector: Current landscape and planned developments for the road ahead” workshop was held today at the UN House in Belgrade, bringing together representatives of national institutions, universities and research institutes, private sect...

One year ago, the project “Enhancing the resilience of Serbian forests to ensure energy security of the most vulnerable while contributing to their livelihoods and carbon sequestration (FOREST Invest)” was officially signed into action, marking Serbia’s strategic step in a decades-long journey...

Danas je u zgradi Ujedinjenih nacija u Srbiji održana završna konferencija trogodišnjeg projekta „Stvaranje uslova za obnovu šumskih predela (FLR) na političkom, terenskom i tržišnom nivou u cilju postizanja neutralnog stanja degradira...

This year’s World Food Day is marked by a major milestone – 80 years since the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Under the theme “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better ...

UN joint programme “From Seed to Sustainability” wrapped up: 189 farmers (168 women) trained, Serbia’s first biodistrict piloted, and roadmap for food systems transformation adopted.

At the National Dialogue on Food System Transformation, organized by FAO with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, participants highlighted the country’s vision for sustainable production, food security, and addressing global challenges such as climate change.

The Inception workshop of the project “Enhancing the resilience of Serbian forests to ensure energy security of the most vulnerable while contributing to their livelihoods and carbon sequestration (FOREST Invest)” was held today at the UN House in Belgrade, marking the officia...

A training course on strategic carbon accounting was held this week in Belgrade, Serbia to give experts and businesspersons practical tools to measure and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the agrifood sector. 

Today is the International Day of Forests (IDF)! This year’s theme is Forests and Foods because forests play a crucial role in strengthening food security and providing livelihoods. In addition to supplying food, fuel, income, and jobs, forests are essential for successful agricultural production. They provide habitats for pollinators, help maintain healthy soil, retain water, offer food and shade for livestock, regulate temperature, and act as natural windbreaks for crops. They also increase precipitation levels for agricultural needs. Forests are vital for the survival of forest-dependent communities and contribute to climate change mitigation by storing carbon. 

The joint UN project “From Seed to Sustainability: Food Systems 4 All” was officially launched today in Mionica, in the presence of representatives from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management, the local government of Mionica, the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, agricultural producers and members of the Kolubara Biodistrict, Serbia Organika, academic institutions, the UN Resident Coordinator’s office in Serbia, and UN agencies. This project continues the partnership between the United Nations and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management to transform food systems.

Ariljska malina, a plump, vibrantly coloured raspberry, is one of Serbia’s crown jewels.

Often referred to as “red gold”, this local berry is a beloved delicacy, whether eaten freshly picked, baked in cakes, dipped in chocolate or turned into juices, preserves or other culinary delights.

Farmers in the region developed a now decades-old growing and harvesting technique – coined the “Arilje method” – that, along with the area’s microclimate, contributes to the raspberry’s taste and quality.