FAO’s Data in Emergencies (DIEM) Information System monitors the impact of shocks on agricultural livelihoods
Economic shocks grew as driver of food crises; war in Ukraine contributed to acute food and nutrition insecurity
Weather reversal pattern points to higher drought risks in southern Africa, Central America and Far East Asia.
Governments should promote the benefits of sourcing food from land-based animals but take into account challenges linked to livestock including environmental issues
FAO Partnerships Award recognizes commitment to improving the lives of local communities and promoting sustainable development
UK provides £24.5 millions of International Climate Finance to accelerate innovative monitoring of forests
$5 million from FAO-China South-South Cooperation Programme will assist in building more resilient agrifood systems
Agrifood systems are a major employer of women globally and constitute a more important source of livelihood for women than for men in many countries
This includes $10 million to safeguard rural livelihoods and provide emergency seed support to smallholder farmers in Ukraine