Avian influenza (AI) is a major global challenge, posing increased pandemic risks due to its spread and zoonotic infections. A One Health approach, with strengthened preparedness, enhanced surveillance, and coordinated action, is essential.

This second GF-TADs webinar highlights the latest initiatives from FAO, WOAH, and OFFLU, including the FAO/WOAH Global HPAI Strategy and outcomes from the FAO Global Dialogue on HPAI in Brazil. These practical tools and guidance aim to help countries mitigate AI threats. More information: GF-TADs event page.

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Agrifood robotics and automation are rapidly advancing, bringing both opportunities and critical questions about costs, impact, and long-term viability. Our global E-Dialogue explored these issues, moving beyond technology demonstrations to focus on governance, finance, and evidence – key factors determining whether automation delivers real sustainability gains or creates new lock-ins.

Watch the forward-looking expert panel discussion connecting innovation, investment, and impact. For more information, visit agtivate.org. Subscribe to FAO on YouTube and follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, Weibo. © FAO: fao.org #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

The FAO Global Soil Doctors Programme and its Global Soil Partnership (GSP) will launch in Colombia in 2025. Supported by the World Banana Forum (WBF) and funded by Kaufland, the program involves AGROSAVIA, the Ministry of Agriculture, and other key partners. Through practical producer-to-producer training, it aims to empower small banana and plantain farmers to combat soil degradation, improve sustainable management, and enhance productivity and rural livelihoods.

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The 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) will convene in Brasília from March 2-6, 2026. This event will foster dialogue and decision-making on food, agriculture, and sustainable development, focusing on four regional priorities: Better production, nutrition, environment, and a better life.

Heads of State, ministers, international organizations, civil society, the private sector, academia, and financial institutions will participate, consolidating this as a key platform to combat hunger and malnutrition. Stay connected: Subscribe to FAO's YouTube channel, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Weibo. Learn more at fao.org.

The 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) will convene in Brasília from March 2-6, 2026. This event will drive dialogue and decisions on food, agriculture, and sustainable development, focusing on more efficient, inclusive, and resilient agrifood systems.

The conference addresses four Regional Priorities: Better Production, Better Nutrition, Better Environment, and A Better Life. Participants, including Heads of State and ministers, will strengthen this platform to combat hunger and malnutrition in the region.

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The 39th FAO Regional Conference (LARC39) will convene in Brasilia from March 2-6, 2026, bringing together Latin American and Caribbean countries. It aims to drive dialogue and decisions on food, agriculture, and sustainable development, focusing on more efficient, inclusive, and resilient agri-food systems. The conference will address four regional priorities: better production, nutrition, environment, and life.

Heads of State, ministers, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector will participate, consolidating efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition in the region. For more information, visit http://www.fao.org. Follow FAO on social media for updates.

Nutritious school meals and food education are vital for children to learn, grow, and thrive, ensuring every child has this essential opportunity.

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In Uganda, urban schools face challenges providing consistent, nutritious meals due to space and cost limitations. FAO addresses this at St. Kizito Namugongo Secondary School in Kampala, supporting innovative hydroponic farming. This initiative promotes sustainable agriculture, healthy diets, and practical learning within the school environment.

This video explores the Elevate initiative, which improves school meal quality and enhances student learning by integrating modern agricultural practices. Subscribe to learn more: FAO on YouTube.

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Wildfires are a continuous global threat, devastating lives and ecosystems. To combat this, Integrated Fire Management (IFM) is transforming our approach from crisis response to prevention and resilience.

Through the Global Fire Management Hub, FAO and partners unite countries, scientists, Indigenous leaders, and communities. This collaboration shares data, strengthens policy, and translates local wisdom into global action, as seen with Brazil’s Prevfogo brigades and Indigenous firefighters. Protecting our forests through unity ensures a safer future.

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The "Youth Forum for the Transformation of Agri-food Systems" aims to establish a regional platform for young people across Latin America and the Caribbean. Its core objective is to strengthen their capacities, expand knowledge, foster collaborative networks, and develop joint proposals for transforming the region's agri-food systems.

The forum is structured over two days. Day one focuses on youth capacity building through workshops and interactive sessions, enhancing leadership, communication, and advocacy skills. Day two features a Preparatory Youth Dialogue, where participants will collectively develop a Regional Youth Declaration. This declaration will be a crucial input for the 39th FAO Regional Conference (LARC39) and other key decision-making forums.

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The Youth Forum will convene young people from across the region to foster dialogue, build capacity, and acquire knowledge. This initiative aims to empower them and strengthen their networks, particularly concerning agrifood systems.

Participants will develop a Regional Declaration, articulating their proposals and demands. This document will be instrumental in conveying youth voices and priorities to the 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) and other critical decision-making platforms.

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Marco Colangeli and Enrico Mandola have developed an innovative solar energy system. Their active-cooled photovoltaic panels float on water surfaces, simultaneously reducing evaporation, increasing energy efficiency by 20%, and creating affordable energy production space for local farmers.

Tested and scientifically approved between August and December 2025, this system is ready for implementation. It offers a significant solution, potentially reducing Jordan's annual water loss from dams by approximately 25 million cubic meters.

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The FAO's "One Country One Priority Product" (OCOP) initiative transforms agrifood systems by helping countries promote unique agricultural products, defined by their distinct geography and culture. OCOP unlocks the global and regional market potential of these special products.

It boosts food production efficiency, reduces environmental and social impacts, and maximizes benefits for farmers and value chain workers. The initiative also promotes diverse diets for improved food security and nutrition.

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Las comidas escolares nutritivas y la educación alimentaria ayudan a los niños a aprender, crecer y prosperar.

¡Todos los niños y niñas merecen esa oportunidad!

The 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) will convene in Brasília from March 2-6, 2026. This key event will drive dialogue and decisions on food, agriculture, and sustainable development, aiming to advance more efficient, inclusive, and resilient agrifood systems.

The conference addresses four Regional Priorities: Better Production, Better Nutrition, Better Environment, and Better Life. Heads of State, ministers, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector will participate, strengthening this platform to tackle hunger and malnutrition across the region.

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This video summarizes the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme's progress and impact across 15 countries from 2018-2024. The SWM Programme strengthens wildlife conservation and sustainable use, while improving rural populations' well-being and food security.

Drawing from the Programme's Summary Report, the video highlights key updates and figures. The SWM Programme is funded by the European Union, French Global Environment Facility, and French Development Agency. It is coordinated by FAO, CIFOR-ICRAF, CIRAD, and WCS. For more information, visit the SWM Programme website or access the Summary Report.

The 2024 Synthesis Progress Report and an FAO survey revealed significant challenges in funding Animal Genetic Resources (AnGR) activities, citing limited institutional funding, technical capacity gaps, and stringent donor requirements. These findings inform new Guidelines on Resource Mobilization (RM) for National Coordinators. A webinar will present these guidelines, facilitating cross-regional exchange on challenges and opportunities in managing AnGR programs.

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In Zambia’s Kazungula District, where livestock and wildlife coexist, tick-borne diseases devastate cattle and farmer incomes. To combat this, the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme has commissioned three new spray races in the Mize-Lukuni Community Conservancy.

These facilities ensure even medicine application, protecting herds and improving animal health, milk production, and market value. Managed by local cooperatives, they also generate income and reduce reliance on poaching. This initiative fosters healthier cattle, stronger communities, and safer wildlife, building a brighter future for both people and nature.

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In southern Angola’s Banda Chibia, drought once forced residents like Rita to walk for water. This struggle has ended. Through a partnership between the Government of Angola, the European Union, and FAO, the Banda Chibia Dam now secures water for agriculture and livelihoods. With over 21 million cubic meters capacity, it irrigates 750 hectares, supporting thousands and enabling climate-smart agriculture and resilience.

Farmer Field Schools taught communities efficient water management and sustainable farming, resulting in green fields, year-round harvests, and improved incomes. Rita now harvests food, not searching for water. This project demonstrates how partnership and innovation transform vulnerability into hope.

The Youth Forum unites young people from across the region for dialogue, capacity building, and knowledge acquisition. Its aim is to empower them and strengthen their networks, leading to the drafting of a Regional Declaration.

This Declaration, containing youth proposals and demands, will serve as a crucial tool to bring their voices to the 39th FAO Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC39) and other agrifood system decision-making spaces.

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