As part of Expo Ganadera del Centro in Córdoba on September 30th, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Argentina hosted a regional workshop on Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), under the SCALA project. Developed in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), SCALA aims to support the sustainable transition of… [Read More]
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FAO commits to new animal health and sustainability plans
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today announced a series of major initiatives to strengthen animal health and advance the sustainability of the livestock sector, following three days of global dialogue at its second Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation. The conference, held at FAO headquarters in Rome, brought together policymakers,… [Read More]
Fishery Committee for the Central and Eastern Atlantic (CECAF) holds 10th Scientific Sub-Committee to promote sustainable fisheries management
The Fishery Committee for the Eastern Central Atlantic (CECAF) today opened its 10th Scientific Sub-Committee (SSC) session in Mindelo, Cabo Verde, bringing together 40 participants from 22 CECAF member countries, regional organizations, and international experts. The gathering provides a platform to review and synthesize the latest information on the state of small pelagic and demersal… [Read More]
Strengthening National Capacity in Crop Monitoring Systems in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is taking a major step in modernizing its agricultural statistics through the integration of Earth Observation (EO) technologies. This week, the country is hosting a training workshop organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), bringing together national experts for hands-on sessions aimed at enhancing the capacity to generate timely,… [Read More]
Reviving Hope in Mwenezi: Women Farmers Rebuild Their Future Through the Nourish and Thrive Project
Women farmers in Zimbabwe are restoring their livelihoods through a partnership between France, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), World Vision, and the Government of Zimbabwe, working to revive community gardens, improve nutrition, and strengthen resilience to climate shocks. For more than a decade, women in five villages in Mwenezi had… [Read More]
Sarawak Partners with World Bank to Boost Governance and Long-Term Economic Growth
In a landmark initiative to future-proof its economy, Sarawak has signed a strategic agreement with the World Bank and Malaysia’s Federal Government, marking the start of major reforms in State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) governance and public financial management. The three-year partnership aims to enhance the management of public resources by improving SOE governance and aligning budget… [Read More]
World Bank: Digital Transformation Key to Boosting Public Sector Productivity
Malaysia is leveraging GovTech to deliver faster, more trusted public services—a digital transformation the World Bank highlights as central to enabling private sector growth and creating high-quality jobs, accelerating the country’s path toward high-income status. The World Bank’s new report, From Bytes to Benefits: Digital Transformation as a Catalyst for Public Sector Productivity, credits Malaysia’s… [Read More]
Safeguarding Fishers’ Rights: Indonesia Targets ILO Convention 188 Ratification by 2026
The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the labour rights of both domestic and migrant fishers. On 30 September 2025, a high-level tripartite stakeholders meeting was convened in Jakarta, bringing together representatives from key government ministries, employers’ associations, and trade unions to discuss… [Read More]
FAO Welcomes Italian Rugby Federation to Global Champions Community
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) has joined the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as the newest member of the FAO Champions community. This partnership, announced on the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, aims to leverage the power of sport to promote healthy diets, reduce food loss and… [Read More]
Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation Hosted by FAO in Rome
The second Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation opened at FAO headquarters in Rome, emphasizing that the adoption of good practices can make livestock systems truly sustainable, according to FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu. The conference brings together FAO Members, policymakers, farmers, private companies, industry associations, civil society, NGOs, researchers, and development agencies to share experiences… [Read More]
Building Resilience: Lessons from Zimbabwe’s Climate-Smart Irrigation for Smallholder Farmers
In Zimbabwe’s semi-arid districts, climate-smart irrigation schemes are helping farmers overcome erratic rainfall, increase harvests, and secure more stable incomes. Supported by FAO and its partners, these initiatives are enhancing community resilience to climate shocks while safeguarding natural resources. By combining infrastructure improvements with capacity-building, the programs are transforming how smallholders manage water, crops, and… [Read More]
Pastoralist Livelihoods and Climate Adaptation: Lessons from Somalia and Mali
In Africa’s drylands, the survival and well-being of pastoralist communities depend heavily on healthy rangelands, accessible feed, and resilient livestock. Livestock provide not only income and nutrition but also cultural identity and security during crises. However, persistent challenges such as droughts, feed shortages, conflict, and weak market systems threaten these livelihoods. Strengthening fodder and feed… [Read More]
Riding the Waves: Tanzanian Women Empowered Through Surfing
At sunrise, Halima wades into the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, carrying bundles of rope that will become underwater seaweed gardens. For Halima and thousands of other women along Zanzibar’s coastline, these submerged plots are far more than an agricultural activity—they are a source of independence, a way to fund their children’s education, and… [Read More]
FAO’s EMA-i+ Mobile Application Strengthens Animal Health Monitoring in Ghana
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with Ghana’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture, has launched the Event Mobile Application Plus (EMA-i+), a digital tool designed to transform animal disease reporting and early warning in the country. EMA-i+ enables veterinary officers, community animal health workers, fisheries, bee health, and wildlife… [Read More]
Zimbabwe Boosts Local Capacity for Digital Surveillance of Key Quarantine Pests
Zimbabwe is hosting a major training workshop this week aimed at strengthening local capacity for digital surveillance of key quarantine pests. The workshop brings together over 50 national surveillance technicians to receive hands-on training in pest identification, mobile data collection, and geospatial mapping. Organized under the Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP), in collaboration with the International… [Read More]
Donors Roundtable Strengthens Regional Coordination to Combat IUU Fishing in West Africa
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with ECOWAS, the Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea (FCWC), and the Sub-Regional Fisheries Commission (SRFC), convened a Donors Roundtable from 23 to 24 September 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria. The event aimed to mobilize support for the implementation of the… [Read More]
Nigeria Hosts FAO Hand-in-Hand Forum to Boost Agricultural Transformation in West Africa and the Sahel
The Government of Nigeria hosted a high-level National and Subregional investment forum from 16 to 18 September 2025 in Abuja, focusing on unlocking investment opportunities in irrigation and agricultural value chains across West Africa and the Sahel. Convened under the Hand-in-Hand (HiH) Initiative and organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations… [Read More]
WHO and FAO Partner with Mauritius to Combat Obesity via 5-Year Action Plan
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are supporting the Government of Mauritius in implementing a five-year Obesity Action Acceleration Roadmap, running from 2025 to 2030. Launched recently, the roadmap aims to reduce obesity prevalence among Mauritians by 5% by 2030, aligning with the World Health Assembly’s extended 2030 global… [Read More]
EU-Funded Project Launches ‘Lost in Transit’ Report on Filipino Fishers in the UK
The International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP), launched the report Lost in Transit: Philippines Migrant Fishers in the United Kingdom Fishing Industry at the DMW-NMP Maritime Research, Education, and Training (MRET) Summit held on 25–26 September in Manila. Produced under the EU-funded… [Read More]
FAO Advances Anticipatory Action to Prevent and Mitigate Crises Globally
On the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) unveiled its updated blueprint for the Financing for Shock-Driven Food Crisis Facility (FSFC), an innovative mechanism designed to prevent food crises before they escalate. By promoting anticipatory action, the FSFC aims to save lives and reduce the long-term costs of… [Read More]
Haiti: FAO and CERF Launch Emergency Initiative to Boost Rural Food Security Amid Crises
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), has launched an emergency initiative in Haiti’s North and Centre departments to support the most vulnerable households facing escalating displacement, deportations, and worsening climatic shocks. The programme targets displaced persons, deportees from the Dominican… [Read More]
Sudan Launches Nationwide Livestock Vaccination to Protect 9.4 Million Animals Amid Food Crisis
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Government of Sudan, has kicked off the 2025 national livestock vaccination campaign to safeguard the livelihoods of over three million pastoralists and agro-pastoralists across the country, which is currently facing a severe food crisis. Scheduled to run from October 2025 through… [Read More]
FAO, GEF, and Namibia Partner to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Dryland Farming
In August 2025, over 65 agricultural stakeholders, including farmers, extension officers, and community organizations, participated in a two-week Training of Trainers (ToT) program in Omuthiya, Omusati, and Rundu regions of Namibia. The training focused on strengthening resilience in dryland areas through modules on Community Seed Banks, Farmer Field Schools, and Green Value Chains. This initiative… [Read More]
