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Farming and Food Production
Veterinarians of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations at Work

FAO Veterinarians in Georgia, supported by the EU and Sweden under ENPARD IV, enhance animal health and food safety in the dairy sector.

They train thousands of smallholder farmers in safe milk production, hygiene, and veterinary practices. This empowers rural communities, boosting productivity and competitiveness, and ensuring wider access to safe, nutritious dairy products across Georgia.

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FAO partnering with the private sector for agrifood systems transformation

Agrifood systems worldwide face increasing pressure from climate shocks, conflict, and economic uncertainty. Urgent action and stronger partnerships are essential to secure food security and nutrition for all.

FAO's Strategy for Private Sector Engagement 2026–2030 outlines an action-oriented, transparent approach to collaborate with the private sector. This strategy aims to drive innovation, mobilize investment, and build more resilient, sustainable agrifood systems, reinforcing FAO's commitment to leaving no one behind. Learn more about the strategy here.

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Anticipatory Action: Safeguarding livelihoods northeast Nigeria

This Anticipatory Action project, supported by the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), strengthens food security and livelihoods for conflict-affected households in northeast Nigeria. FAO, with government partners, implements early measures against floods, livestock losses, and post-harvest challenges, protecting communities before shocks occur.

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AMR Farmyard – Practitioner video on the farmer

Khem Samai is implementing good practices on his farm to help contain the spread of AMR.

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Mesh Grid Systems for Innovative Rural Energy Communities in Jamaica

The MIREC project, funded by FAO ELEVATE, brings reliable, affordable energy to rural Jamaica. It uses decentralized mini-grids, combining solar power with biogas from agricultural waste to connect farms and households. This community-based system converts waste into clean energy, boosting rural livelihoods. Learn more at fao.org/energy.

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Strategic foresight diagnosis to trigger transformation.

Strategic foresight identifies driving trends, scenarios, and challenges to develop policy options that trigger transformation.

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إعادة اكتشاف الإمكانات الكامنة في المحاصيل المنسية في

Crops such as fonio, teff, baobab fruit, and legumes like Bambara groundnut, along with other forgotten varieties, offer high nutritional value and significant environmental benefits.

Reviving this agricultural heritage in Africa is essential to harness its potential and truly transform the continent's food and agricultural systems. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/4vIGnQj.

A Terracing Success Story from the Gediz Basin

The Gediz Basin in Türkiye faces challenges from erosion, land degradation, and climate change. The "Sustainable and Integrated Water Resources Management in the Gediz Basin Project," supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), is implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) with Türkiye's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

A video highlights a success story in agricultural terracing: farmer Mustafa Katrancıoğlu in Manisa restored degraded land, reducing erosion and improving productivity. His experience demonstrates how sustainable land management rebuilds both livelihoods and the environment.

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Her land, her strength: Women farmers cultivating change in Egypt

This short documentary celebrates the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) 2026, highlighting the resilience, innovation, and determination of women farmers across Egypt. It showcases their vital role in transforming communities, fostering sustainable agrifood systems, and building a more inclusive future.

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Global Partnership Programme for Transboundary Animal Diseases (GPP-TAD)

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FAO Corporate Initiatives in Africa

Across Africa, FAO's Corporate Initiatives are transforming agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. Programs like the Hand-in-Hand Initiative drive billions in investment, while the Digital Villages and Green Cities Initiatives foster innovation and sustainable development in communities.

These efforts create opportunities, strengthen livelihoods, and accelerate agrifood systems transformation continent-wide. For more information, visit www.fao.org, subscribe to our YouTube channel here, and follow FAO on social media.

Priorities for FAO in the Regional under the FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31

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Results for FAO in the Asia and the Pacific Region – 2024-25

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World Food Forum - Africa

WFF–Africa, a component of the FAO-led World Food Forum, advances agrifood systems transformation across Africa. It aligns global priorities with the continent's specific challenges and opportunities, utilizing youth engagement, science, innovation, and investment.

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the veterinary services provider

Listen to FAO’s Animal Health Officer explain the crucial role veterinary services play in containing foodborne Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the farm inspector

Learn about the farm inspector's crucial role in containing foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR), as explained by FAO's Food Safety Officer.

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the neighbour

Listen to FAO’s Senior Food Safety Officer discuss the importance of convincing others to reduce antimicrobial use.

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the aquaculture worker

Listen to FAO’s Fisheries Officer explain the crucial role aquaculture workers play in containing foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the veterinarian

Listen to FAO’s One Health Officer discuss the veterinarian's crucial role in containing foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

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AMR Farmyard – Expert video on the inputs provider

Listen to FAO’s Plant Pest and Pesticide Management Specialist discuss the important role of inputs and feed in combating foodborne antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with expertise in Antimicrobial Use (AMU).

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