A global webinar gathered experts to share the latest research on developing banana cultivars resistant to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (TR4). Building on prior discussions, the event consolidated knowledge and highlighted recent progress in breeding, field trials, and advanced genetic tools. Organizers included Victor Prada, Matheus Lima, and Adriele Benedetto.

The webinar updated ongoing research, identified challenges for durable resistance, and emphasized genetic diversity's role in resilient production. It also underscored biotechnology's potential and the importance of multi-location trials. The event fostered knowledge exchange and strengthened global collaboration for effective TR4-tolerant cultivar deployment worldwide.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Iraq, with European Union funding and collaboration from Iraq's Ministry of Agriculture, provides specialized dairy processing training for rural women in southern Iraq. This initiative enhances hygiene, processing methods, and new cheese production, strengthening local output and improving livelihoods.

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FAO Rwanda launched the "Fostering Digital Villages (FDiVi)" project in Musanze District. It empowers farmer organizations, youth, women, and field agents from four districts to transform Rwandan agriculture through digital tool adoption.

FDiVi introduces tailored digital solutions, offering rural communities easier access to information, weather forecasts, and market opportunities. This enables farmers to make informed decisions, optimize yields, and enhance resilience.

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In this episode, we host David Laborde, Director of the Agrifood Economics and Policy Division at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). David shares his journey as a trade economist, discussing trade's role in food security, the true cost of food, and the complexities of policymaking in agrifood systems, including balancing priorities and navigating difficult tradeoffs.

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A special #shefeedscambodia podcast episode, released for International Women’s Day 2026, highlights Cambodian women’s leadership in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and local economies. Featuring voices from government, FAO, and communities, the episode demonstrates women’s vital role in strengthening livelihoods, protecting natural resources, and building a more resilient future.

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Black soldier flies present a practical bioeconomy solution for food and agriculture. Their larvae efficiently convert food waste into high-protein livestock feed and valuable organic fertilizer.

These insects are a small yet powerful ally in the fight against waste, significantly contributing to sustainable practices.

School meals are a vital source of daily nutrition for many children. In Bhutan, FAO's "One-Child, One-Egg" initiative enhances these meals by adding one egg daily to school feeding programs.

Launched in 343 pilot schools, reaching around 32,000 students, this program aims to improve children's access to protein and micronutrients. It also supports local farmers and fosters more sustainable agrifood systems, demonstrating how small additions can make a significant difference.

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Black soldier flies (BSF) provide a practical bioeconomy solution, converting food waste into high-protein livestock feed and organic frass fertilizer. This closes nutrient loops, reduces resource pressure, and minimizes urban waste, making BSF a powerful ally for zero-waste initiatives.

The BioDAF II project, "Circular bioeconomy in Abidjan: From food waste to fork," scales this approach. It transforms urban food waste into agricultural inputs, supports livelihoods, and improves waste management. Learn more about FAO's sustainable bioeconomy efforts here.

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Valuable agricultural research is often inaccessible due to language barriers. FAO AGRIS bridges this gap, providing access to research in over 250 languages. This ensures knowledge reaches farmers and communities globally, fostering open science and contributing to more resilient, sustainable agrifood systems.

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For two decades, FAO has leveraged South-South and triangular cooperation (SSTC) to catalyze agricultural development, food security, rural progress, poverty reduction, and nutrition. This key modality drives innovation and preservation within evolving agrifood systems.

Through initiatives like FAO-China South-South Cooperation, proven solutions meet real needs, empowering farmers with climate-smart technologies, strengthening policies, and building resilience via enhanced value chains and blue transformation. Concurrently, GIAHS Phase II safeguards agricultural heritage globally by strengthening governance, knowledge exchange, and national capacities. These efforts collectively transform agrifood systems and protect heritage.

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The 38th Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific took place in Brunei. Stay connected with FAO by subscribing to their YouTube channel.

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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Animal Biosecurity Association (WABA) are launching a webinar series on animal biosecurity, promoting its sustainable implementation across educational, institutional, and field settings. It improves animal health, production, One Health, and food security with practical tools to manage infectious disease threats at the animal-human interface. Presentations include Gonzalo Abad on a data-driven framework for modeling biosecurity risk and Géraldine Boseret on avian influenza preparedness and early action. These sessions demonstrate how evidence-based analytics enhance biosecurity strategies for prevention and response.

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Explore over 100 Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS), recognized by FAO. These unique global landscapes embody culture, resilience, and generations of knowledge, sustaining communities, protecting biodiversity, and demonstrating harmonious coexistence between people and nature.

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The Sustainable School Feeding Network (RAES) is a Brazilian government initiative (ABC/MRE, FNDE), with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) as its executive secretariat. It unites 18 Latin American and Caribbean countries to advance sustainable school feeding for all students.

RAES provides technical support to implement programs emphasizing the human right to adequate food through healthy, local food. These efforts contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) like Zero Hunger, Quality Education, and Reduced Inequalities.

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Binta’s story from São Tomé and Príncipe showcases how agricultural heritage sustains livelihoods, preserves biodiversity, and maintains traditional knowledge. These systems, recognized under FAO’s Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) initiative, exemplify sustainable resource management and community adaptation.

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On South Korea’s Jeju Island, generations of women, known as haenyeo, free-dive on a single breath to harvest shellfish and seaweed. This thousand-year-old tradition embodies strength, skill, and sustainability. In 2023, FAO recognized the Jeju Haenyeo Fisheries System as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System.

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Italian singer-songwriter Elisa partners with FAO to commemorate International Day of Forests and World Water Day 2026. She emphasizes that forests and water are deeply personal issues, not merely environmental concerns, reflecting on nature's healing power and its influence on her music and message.

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Ecuador's agricultural heritage, shaped over generations, exemplifies a profound connection between communities, nature, and traditional knowledge. These systems, recognized by FAO's [Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) initiative](https://www.fao.org/giahs/en), sustain livelihoods, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable resource management, demonstrating harmonious coexistence between people and nature.

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