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Sudan: FAO moves to protect 9.4 million livestock in nationwide vaccination campaign
Four-month emergency response effort aims to curb transboundary and zoonotic diseases, strengthen livelihoods, ease the food crisis and revive the ailing economy
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More fruit for the labour
South-South Cooperation turns simple solutions into greater income for tropical fruit farmers in Sri Lanka
Director-General calls for a New Social Pact to transform agrifood systems
QU Dongyu addresses high-level roundtable at the World Meeting on Human Fraternity
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A hands-on look at food and agriculture
Using digital storytelling and data visualization our Interactives offer fascinating insights into the world of food and agriculture.
In Focus
Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future
On 16 October, join World Food Day to transform agrifood systems, ensure healthy diets, and create a sustainable future for people and the planet.
In Focus
FAO response to global food security challenges
Data analyses, policy recommendations, and actions on the ground.
Publication
The Status of Youth in Agrifood Systems
Find out how youth engage with, benefit from, and contribute to agrifood systems on a global scale.
In Focus
FAO at the UN General Assembly
Find out about FAO's participation at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
Statistics
FAOSTAT - Food and agriculture data
FAOSTAT provides free access to food and agriculture data for over 245 countries and territories and covers all FAO regional groupings from 1961 to the most recent year available.
Director-General
Director-General calls for a New Social Pact to transform agrifood systems
QU Dongyu addresses high-level roundtable at the World Meeting on Human Fraternity
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South-South Cooperation: turning simple solutions into greater income for farmers in Sri Lanka
15/09/2025
In Sri Lanka, research and development centers are crucial to bringing agricultural research and innovation to the farmer's fields. With the support of the FAO-China South-South Cooperation Project, Sri Lanka is transforming its top fruit crops such as bananas, mangoes, and pineapples. Watch the video and discover how this initiative is boosting both productivity and quality.
Video
Avian influenza threatens health, food, and economies worldwide
08/09/2025
Here are four reasons it should be on your radar and how FAO is working to protect animals and humans from this serious disease.
Podcast
Cabo Verde strengthens climate resilience through South-South Cooperation
18/11/2024
Facing climate change and droughts, Cabo Verde’s agriculture is under pressure. Through the FAO-China South-South Cooperation project, Chinese experts shared expertise with farmers and livestock producers, providing tools and knowledge to fight pests, improve production, and adapt to a changing climate.
In Focus
Discover the enhanced FAO Transparency Portal
Explore new dashboards on programme, budget and HR, alongside updated project data, for deeper insights into how we work.
Publication
Medium Term Plan and Programme of Work
The Director-General’s Medium Term Plan 2026-29 and Programme of Work and Budget 2026-27.
In Focus
FAO Data Lab
The FAO Data Lab for Statistical Innovation modernizes the statistical business process, with a specific focus on emergency contexts, when having access to timely information is very important.
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A world free from hunger and malnutrition where food and agriculture contributes to improving the living standards of all
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
FAO works with governments and partners to empower some of the world’s most marginalized people to end rural poverty.
FAO helps ensure food security by developing ways of growing food that will work in the future so that millions of people don’t go hungry.
Good health starts with nutrition. FAO sets global standards and works with governments and the private sector to ensure food quality and safety throughout the food chain.
FAO invests in educational systems for rural communities and supports improved access to primary education and school meals in order to create equal opportunities for all and chances of lifelong learning.
FAO supports gender equality in the agricultural sector in an effort to raise levels of nutrition in local communities and improve agricultural productivity.
FAO works with governments to ensure water use in agriculture is made more efficient, equitable and environmentally friendly.
FAO promotes the use of renewable energies and works to ensure access to modern energy services across the food chain.
FAO seeks better economic opportunities for all by investing in sustainable agricultural practices and food systems that reduce inequalities and create decent jobs.
FAO seeks to secure a future for rural communities via investments in transportation, irrigation, food storage facilities and communication technologies.
FAO works with countries and partners to generate employment in rural areas, ensure access to natural resources for the most vulnerable and connect farmers to markets.
FAO works to improve urban healthcare, water quality and rethink city region food systems to help deter the negative effects of sprawling urbanisation.
FAO coordinates major global initiatives and projects to tackle food waste and loss, partnering with international organisations, the private sector and civil society.
FAO supports countries in responding to the threats of climate change by providing advice, data and tools for better agricultural policies and practices.
FAO, in partnership with governments and fishing communities, implements best practices in fisheries to ensure our oceans are protected as a means of livelihoods.
FAO promotes sustainable approaches to natural resource management and supports endeavours that promote a balance between conservation and development initiatives.
FAO plays a critical role in peacebuilding, restoring rural livelihoods, building resilience and participatory approaches to policymaking.
FAO acts as a neutral policymaking forum and develops partnerships with all concerned with food and agriculture to ensure a world free from hunger.
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We can’t meet our climate goals without financing agrifood systems
Agrifood systems have the potential to reduce one-third of the world’s emissions...