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Wildlife translocation brings new opportunities to Mucheni Conservancy in Zimbabwe #swmprogramme

Ninety wild animals, including impalas, kudus, and zebras, have been reintroduced into Zimbabwe’s Mucheni Community Conservancy. This translocation, part of the EU-funded Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme, involved close collaboration with ZimParks, Binga Rural District Council, and local leaders.

The initiative aims to restore ecosystems damaged by drought, poaching, and habitat loss. Beyond boosting biodiversity, it will support community-led conservation, enhance climate resilience, and create future eco-tourism opportunities.

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Video Message By Dr QU Dongyu, FAO Director-General - 16th Session of the IRENA General Assembly

On January 12, 2026, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) held a high-level Ministerial Dialogue on Scaling Renewable Energy in Agrifood Systems. This marked a crucial step for integrated action on food security, climate resilience, and the global energy transition.

The dialogue prioritized clean energy for farmers, strengthening partnerships, and closing financing gaps. It emphasized aligning energy planning with agricultural policy to unlock scalable, cost-effective solutions.

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From residues to resistance: The dual role of antimicrobial residue monitoring

FAO hosts data-rich webinars on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its containment. A recent session featured Masami Takeuchi, who presented on "From residues to resistance: The dual role of antimicrobial residue monitoring."

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Transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems

This video showcases the Norway-funded "Transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems" project. A vital partnership between FAO, the Norwegian Embassy, and Jordan's Ministry of Agriculture, it strengthens food security and aligns with the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. The initiative reached over 1,700 beneficiaries, including rural women, youth, and refugees, empowering communities with investments and tools for lasting resilience against environmental and economic challenges.

The project reaffirms commitment to the "Four Betters" (Production, Nutrition, Environment, Life), urging continued transformation for Jordan's progress. Connect with FAO: [YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=FAOoftheUN), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/UNFAO), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/fao), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/fao), [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@fao), [Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/fao/), [Weibo](https://www.weibo.com/unfao). © [FAO](http://www.fao.org) #SDGs #Agenda2030 #GlobalGoals

Alimentation animale biologique : pureté pour les animaux d’élevage, respect pour la terre

The National Agronomic Institute of Tunisia (INAT) hosted two training sessions on "Formulation and Manufacturing Technology of Organic Compound Feeds" on October 21-22, 2025. Held at INAT's Regional Center as part of the BIOREST project, these sessions aimed to impart theoretical and practical knowledge. Key topics covered raw material characteristics, manufacturing equipment, maintenance, and quality control for sustainable organic agriculture.

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Transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agrifood systems

This video documents a Norwegian-funded project, a strategic partnership between Norway, FAO, and Jordan's Ministry of Agriculture, transforming agrifood systems and aligning with the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. It showcases how international cooperation modernizes the agricultural sector.

A unique participatory model involves 27 beneficiaries—Jordanians, Syrian refugees, men, and women—collectively managing 27 greenhouses. This fosters expertise exchange, diverse crop production, and market scale, empowering vulnerable youth and rural women. The project embodies FAO's "Four Betters" (Better Production, Nutrition, Environment, Life), ensuring sustainable development leaves no one behind.

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Georgian National Agricultural Olympiad

The National Agricultural Olympiad (NAO) assesses knowledge, identifies talent, and promotes achievements across vital agricultural disciplines, including agronomy, food technology, and veterinary medicine. It serves as Georgia's unique platform for professional knowledge evaluation and recognizing informal education, promoting the sector and raising youth awareness of agriculture and environmental protection.

Organized since 2021 by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with support from Georgia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture (MEPA) and the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the NAO's concept was developed by the Agricultural Development Association, with EIEC of MEPA as a partner.

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Valorisation des circuits courts agroalimentaires en milieu urbain – Tunis & La Goulette

With nearly a third of global food production lost or wasted annually, the FAO supports solutions for resilient, equitable food systems. A key strategy involves short distribution circuits, connecting producers and consumers to encourage sustainable consumption.

In Tunisia, FAO aids Tunis and La Goulette municipalities in a strategy to prevent, reduce, and manage food loss. This includes a sustainable short distribution circuit, valorizing unsold produce via solar drying, vacuum packaging, and composting, alongside practical demonstrations.

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Vietnamese youth drive innovation for a sustainable food future

The "Youth Innovations for a Better Food Future" event, held in Thai Nguyen, Viet Nam, celebrated World Food Day 2025 and FAO’s 80th anniversary. It focused on youth-led solutions for sustainable agrifood systems.

Highlights included an Intergenerational Dialogue on climate resilience and food loss, and a Student Innovation Competition where six teams proposed solutions to reduce food waste. The event emphasized youth's vital role in green entrepreneurship and innovation for global food security, reinforcing a commitment to transform Viet Nam’s food systems.

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L’apiculture biologique, bonnes pratiques et traitement de la varroase

The FAO-supported BIOREST project is providing organic beekeeping training across Tunisia. This initiative strengthens beekeepers' skills to meet growing demand for organic products, address environmental challenges, and protect pollinators. The program covers organic practices, varroa control, certification, apiary management, and hive product valorization, targeting organic beekeeping groups, technicians, and extension workers.

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FAO HASTEN Business Incubation Workshop – Kigali, Rwanda

Highlights from the FAO HASTEN business incubation workshop in Rwanda (September 29 - October 3, 2025). Ten youth- and women-led startups received tailored support from FAO and expert coaches to scale their businesses, strengthen sustainable practices, and drive progress toward the SDGs.

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From Corporate Life to Beekeeping: Nurcan’s Path to Sustainable Apiculture

Nurcan Tekneci, 36, left a successful Istanbul career to become a beekeeper in rural Düzce, Türkiye. With FAO's training and support, she now produces honey, royal jelly, and handcrafted bee products like wax candles. This sustainable livelihood, visited by nutrition expert and FAO Champion Dilara Koçak, addresses youth unemployment and urban migration, revitalizing her village and securing her future in apiculture.

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Ukraine: Rebuilding livelihoods in Sumska oblast through beekeeping and aquaculture

Despite ongoing conflict, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), with support from the Ukraine Community Recovery Fund (UCRF), is bolstering rural livelihoods in Sumska oblast. Their program combines training with direct financial aid, empowering families in aquaculture, beekeeping, and dairy farming to sustain production and strengthen their income.

Farmers like Valentyna, a dedicated beekeeper, and Viacheslav, an aquaculture expert, have benefited. This assistance has enabled them to invest in essential equipment and inputs, stabilizing their operations, increasing income, and fostering future planning amidst wartime challenges.

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A year of action and innovation in Europe and Central Asia | FAO impact 2025

This video highlights FAO's past year achievements in Europe and Central Asia, demonstrating how innovation, collaboration, and community engagement strengthen agrifood systems. Key initiatives include the Regional Science and Innovation Week, Seeds to Foods Exhibition, and Virtual Learning Center, empowering communities and promoting inclusive solutions.

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Driving transformation through digital innovation in Europe & Central Asia | FAO impact 2025

This video highlights FAO's transformative efforts across Europe and Central Asia, leveraging digital innovation, partnerships, and resilient value chains. Initiatives like the Digital Villages, AgriTech Observatory, Green Agriculture, and Special Agricultural Products (OCOP) offer practical solutions, supporting sustainable practices and creating opportunities for rural communities while preserving local culture.

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A decade of transforming the West Bank agriculture sector, in partnership with Canada

From 2016 to 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of Canada partnered to bolster agricultural growth and resilience for farmers and cooperatives in the West Bank. This initiative supported 22,000 of the 115,000 households dependent on agriculture, aiming to optimize value chains, with women comprising 35% of participants.

Discover the project's transformative impact and hear directly from beneficiaries. For more information, visit www.fao.org.

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Different Faces, One Story: Championing Food Safety in Rural Georgia

Supported by the European Union and Sweden under ENPARD IV, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) empowers smallholder women dairy farmers in Georgia. Through Farmer Field Schools, thousands gain knowledge in animal health, safe production, and good veterinary practices. Additionally, hundreds receive matching grants for equipment, significantly enhancing efficiency and food safety.

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A Village Learns Together

The FAO, supported by the EU and Sweden under ENPARD IV, empowers smallholder women dairy farmers in Georgia. This initiative provides knowledge and matching grants to enhance food safety and production efficiency.

Thousands of farmers have attended FAO Farmer Field Schools, gaining vital insights into animal health, safe production, and veterinary practices. Additionally, hundreds received matching grants to acquire essential dairy equipment, further improving their operations.

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFWa2iwaRig

Together, We Build a Resilient Dairy Sector

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), supported by the European Union and Sweden under ENPARD IV, empowers smallholder women dairy farmers in Georgia. This initiative provides knowledge and matching grants to enhance food safety and efficiency in their dairy production.

Thousands of farmers have participated in FAO Farmer Field Schools, gaining vital insights into animal health, safe production, and good veterinary practices. Additionally, hundreds have received matching grants to acquire essential dairy production equipment.

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFWa2iwaRig

Small Investments, Lasting Impact

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), with support from the European Union and Sweden under ENPARD IV, empowers smallholder women dairy farmers in Georgia. This initiative provides vital knowledge and matching grants to significantly improve the food safety of their products.

Thousands of farmers have attended FAO Farmer Field Schools, gaining expertise in animal health, safe production, and good veterinary practices. Additionally, hundreds received matching grants, enabling them to procure essential dairy production equipment for enhanced efficiency and product safety.

Learn more: https://youtu.be/pFWa2iwaRig

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