The regional launch of the International Year of Rural Women aims to integrate this initiative into FAO's regional priorities and Member State agreements. Coinciding with International Women's

The regional launch of the International Year of Rural Women aims to integrate this initiative into FAO's regional priorities and Member State agreements. Coinciding with International Women's Day, this event highlights the vital work of rural women, promoting their empowerment and reducing inequalities within the region's agri-food systems.

Taking place during the FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39), the launch underscores the strategic role of rural women in the agri-food systems of Latin America and the Caribbean.

For more information: https://www.fao.org/americas/events/event-detail/lanzamiento-regional-agricultora/fr

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The 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) will host the regional launch of the International Year of the Woman Farmer. This strategic event aims to integrate

The 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) will host the regional launch of the International Year of the Woman Farmer. This strategic event aims to integrate the initiative into FAO's regional priorities and agreements, emphasizing the vital role of rural women in the region's agrifood systems.

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Many companies face accusations of greenwashing and public distrust due to revised CO₂ goals or a lack of goal-setting. Dr. Jilde Garst addresses why firms fail to achieve environmental and

Many companies face accusations of greenwashing and public distrust due to revised CO₂ goals or a lack of goal-setting. Dr. Jilde Garst addresses why firms fail to achieve environmental and social targets, exploring how to set ambitious, measurable, and adaptable goals.

An Assistant Professor at Wageningen University & Research, Dr. Garst's research focuses on organizational values and standards for corporate behavior. Her work on "values-sensitive absorptive capacity" and "double materiality" has been published in prestigious journals like *California Management Review*, with one article nominated for a 2023 best paper award.

This discussion was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more here.

Women are essential to agrifood systems, producing, processing, and trading food that sustains families and economies. The International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 will raise awareness of their

Women are essential to agrifood systems, producing, processing, and trading food that sustains families and economies. The International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 will raise awareness of their vital roles and address challenges such as land tenure, financial constraints, and limited access to services and education.

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Devil's Claw, a protected species, is vital to Namibia, supplying over 90% of the world's demand. Harvesting is regulated to ensure long-term availability. The SWM Programme collaborates with

Devil's Claw, a protected species, is vital to Namibia, supplying over 90% of the world's demand. Harvesting is regulated to ensure long-term availability. The SWM Programme collaborates with local partners to promote sustainable harvesting methods and fair prices.

This international initiative is co-funded by the European Union, the French Facility for Global Environment, and the French Development Agency. It is implemented by the FAO, CIRAD, CIFOR-ICRAF, and WCS.

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Namibia supplies over 90% of the world's Devil's Claw, a protected species valued globally for its natural health benefits. Harvesting is strictly regulated to ensure its long-term availability

Namibia supplies over 90% of the world's Devil's Claw, a protected species valued globally for its natural health benefits. Harvesting is strictly regulated to ensure its long-term availability and sustainability.

The international SWM Programme, co-funded by the EU and French agencies, partners with local conservancies to promote sustainable harvesting and fair prices. It is implemented by FAO, CIRAD, CIFOR-ICRAF, and WCS.

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Zebulun Otaigbe Ojo, Head of the IFSA Sub-Commission to FAO, highlights the transformative impact of the FAO elearning Academy. Its free, multilingual, and

Zebulun Otaigbe Ojo, Head of the IFSA Sub-Commission to FAO, highlights the transformative impact of the FAO elearning Academy. Its free, multilingual, and certified courses provide high-level knowledge in forest management, climate change, and bioeconomy to students worldwide, regardless of location.

Programs like the National Forest Inventory and Institutionalization of Forest Data strengthen technical skills, support research, and enhance career development. The Academy ensures equal access to education, preparing the next generation of leaders for sustainable forest restoration and environmental stewardship.

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In the first "The Work We Do" episode, FAO Chief Economist Máximo Torero discusses his career and the deep interconnections between agrifood systems, global markets, and macroeconomic stability.

In the first "The Work We Do" episode, FAO Chief Economist Máximo Torero discusses his career and the deep interconnections between agrifood systems, global markets, and macroeconomic stability. He highlights food security as a central pillar for humanitarian well-being, economic resilience, and national security.

Máximo explains how smarter investment, early action, and risk-informed policies prevent food crises, emphasizing prevention over response. The episode also explores hunger, migration, conflict, and international institutions' role in stabilizing agrifood systems. Subscribe: FAO YouTube. Follow FAO: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, Weibo. Learn more at FAO.org.

ISPM 5, the Glossary of Phytosanitary Terms, serves as a foundational reference for harmonized terminology under the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). It ensures a shared

ISPM 5, the Glossary of Phytosanitary Terms, serves as a foundational reference for harmonized terminology under the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). It ensures a shared understanding of key terms, promoting clarity and consistency across languages and regions. This strengthens global cooperation in plant health, supporting effective pest prevention, safe trade, and the protection of plant resources worldwide.

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Vietnamese women farmers are crucial to the nation's food systems, from production and processing to climate adaptation. Leveraging deep local knowledge, they strengthen household livelihoods and

Vietnamese women farmers are crucial to the nation's food systems, from production and processing to climate adaptation. Leveraging deep local knowledge, they strengthen household livelihoods and build resilient, sustainable food security. Explore the playlist: [Women Farmers in Vietnam](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzp5NgJ2-dK6815n3QCHNy19MngbxmYAW).

In the International Year of the Woman Farmer, we recognize their essential contribution to Vietnam's future. Subscribe to FAO's [YouTube channel](http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FAOoftheUN) and follow us on social media:

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