Beyond metal silos – improving food security, nutrition and livelihoods

04/02/2025

Globally, about one-third of food produced roughly 1.3 billion tons annually is lost or wasted due to poor post-harvest handling and storage (FAO, 2019). Ethiopia faces similar challenges, with post-harvest losses ranging from 15-35 percent of total crop yields.

FAO’s response to the post-ceasefire recovery in the Gaza Strip. Interview with Beth Bechdol

28/01/2025

The 15-month conflict in the Gaza Strip has resulted in unprecedented acute food insecurity levels, with communities on the brink of starvation. Over 2 million people need urgent need assistance.

FAO’s response to the post-ceasefire recovery in the Gaza Strip

28/01/2025

The 15-month conflict in the Gaza Strip has resulted in unprecedented acute food insecurity levels, with communities on the brink of starvation. Over 2 million people need urgent need assistance. The ceasefire offers an opportunity to address the catastrophic food crisis. However, this is just the start of a long recovery journey from devastation, explains FAO Deputy Director-General Beth Bechdol.

Flood anticipation and response in the Logone Birni Subdivision, Cameroon

24/01/2025

In 2024, incredible floods in the Logone Birni subdivision caused excessive damage. With the support of the General Directorate for Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), FAO through its local partner Codas Caritas played a major role at the community level.

Flood anticipation and response in the Logone Birni Subdivision, Cameroon

22/01/2025

In 2024, incredible floods in the Logone Birni subdivision caused excessive damage.