Sometime soon, rinderpest will officially be declared extinct, marking the first time mankind has ever eradicated an animal disease

FAO publishes policy brief for Copenhagen

Port state measures broaden the fight against IUU fishing

Decentralization efforts continue with increased capacity in regions

$71 million-programme for sustainable agricultural development

Step forward to hunger-free world

Leveraging the combined expertise and comparative advantages of the three Rome based food agencies

Summit declaration vows better governance, increased investment and proactive climate change strategy

Investment will spur agriculture in poor countries

Over 60 heads of State and Government are planning to attend

International companies, the city of Milan and FAO meet ahead of World Summit

Political will and investments can eradicate hunger – FAO launches online anti-hunger campaign

European Union and FAO boost small farmers’ food production

Thirty-one food insecure nations need emergency assistance

First bumper crop in years

Senior managers agree to intensify cooperation

Report explores mutual benefits, trade-offs in tackling hunger and climate change

Improved technology and training show success in reducing losses

Trained advisers will teach good production and marketing practices

Land ownership laws a key instrument in fighting hunger