In Azerbaijan, the FAO/GEF Lifecycle Management of Pesticides project supports agriculture education transformation. Students' integrated pest management trials prove biological controls cut pesticide use, protecting crops, lowering farmer costs, and enhancing consumer safety.

High productivity is achieved through practices like pruning, leaf removal, and using biological methods such as yellow traps and pheromones. Organic fertilizers are preferred. This model, promoting a safe harvest as the best, is now spreading regionally, fostering sustainable agriculture protecting livelihoods and health.

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In Gala, Azerbaijan, an organic school garden, supported by FAO's Lifecycle Management of Pesticides project and financed by the Global Environment Facility, is transforming agricultural education. This "classroom without walls" engages local communities, including farmers and teachers, in organic farming practices.

Children learn sustainable methods, sharing knowledge with families and creating a ripple effect. Project manager Firuza Sultan envisions a national platform fostering environmental protection, healthy eating, and youth engagement in agriculture. The garden cultivates ownership, pride, and a commitment to a safer, healthier life.

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FAO's Global Environment Facility-funded Lifecycle Management of Pesticides project is tackling Central Asia's toxic legacy. In Tajikistan, farmer Tuychi Shoev requested help removing obsolete pesticides from a local mini-landfill. FAO partnered with the Committee for Environmental Protection, remediating the site by removing over 5,000 tonnes of polluted soil and 33 tons of obsolete pesticides to the Vakhsh landfill.

The restored land, once hazardous, is now clean. Tuychi plans to build a lemon greenhouse and cold storage facility, creating up to 25 jobs. This transformation from danger to development highlights FAO's commitment to a healthier Central Asia and new livelihoods.

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In 2026, the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture made its first deposit into the Arctic World Archive (AWA). This significant collection included the Treaty's official texts in 14 languages, alongside compelling stories from farmers and researchers worldwide.

The International Treaty plays a crucial role in enabling countries to conserve, share, and sustainably use vital crop diversity. For more information, visit the official website: fao.org/plant-treaty/en/.

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In 2026, the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) made its inaugural deposit into the Arctic World Archive (AWA). This significant collection included the Treaty's official texts in 14 languages, alongside testimonies from farmers and researchers worldwide. The ITPGRFA empowers countries to conserve, share, and utilize global crop diversity.

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The "Enhancement of Livelihood Resilience in Rural Areas (LRRA)" project, a $1.4 million initiative by Japan, FAO, and Lao PDR's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, addresses climate change and COVID-19 impacts across 48 villages in Luangprabang and Oudomxay provinces.

Focusing on climate-smart agriculture (greenhouses, irrigation, training), agribusiness (producer groups, market links), and infrastructure (irrigation, roads, bridge via cash-for-work), the project ensures food security and builds a sustainable future for rural Lao communities.

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This video introduces the Regional Agenda for Sustainable School Feeding in Latin America and the Caribbean. Developed by 18 countries, this document strengthens regional school feeding programs.

The Sustainable School Feeding Network (RAES) is implemented by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC/MRE) and the National Fund for Education Development (FNDE/MEC), with FAO serving as its executive secretariat.

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The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is celebrating 50 years of its Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP). Discover more about this significant milestone: FAO TCP 50th Anniversary.

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Elema ‘Uhatahi, a tourism graduate, transformed into a successful vanilla farmer despite having "no knowledge whatsoever about farming." Her journey highlights how determination and a willingness to learn create opportunities. She now inspires women and youth in Tonga to view agriculture as a thriving business, linking it to tourism, trade, and community development.

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YALA FAST, a leadership journey launched by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and regional partners, empowers youth to drive systemic change. This participatory and solution-oriented program equips participants with essential skills, networks, and tools.

Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, hackathons, leadership labs, and field visits, YALA FAST fosters practical solutions for the complex challenges facing today's food systems.

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YALA FAST, a leadership journey launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and regional partners, is a participatory, inclusive, and solution-oriented program. It equips youth with essential skills, networks, and tools to catalyze systemic change. Through interactive sessions, case studies, hackathons, leadership labs, and field visits, participants co-create practical solutions for today's complex food system challenges.

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Agrifood systems are central to the upcoming IPCC cycle (AR7), as discussed by Kaveh Zahedi and Mark Howden. Integrated solutions such as agroforestry, land restoration, and reducing food loss and waste offer significant benefits, delivering mitigation, adaptation, and food security.

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FAO Assistant Director-General Rene Orellana Halkyer made his first official visit to Jamaica, meeting farmers and fishers affected by Hurricane Melissa. He was joined by Jamaican officials and Ambassadors from France and Belgium.

Following the hurricane, FAO provided $350,000 for early recovery, including damage assessments and technical cooperation. FAO and the Government of Jamaica are also advancing the $50 million ADAPT Jamaica project and delivering emergency support to artisanal fishers and smallholder farmers.

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The 10th SIDS Solutions Dialogue convened on May 19, both in Geneva and online. This joint initiative, spearheaded by FAO Liaison Offices and the FAO Office for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), and Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), collaborated with the FAO Hand-in-Hand Initiative.

The dialogue highlighted the Hand-in-Hand Initiative's crucial role in fostering investment-led agrifood systems transformation. It gathered FAO experts, government representatives, and partners to exchange valuable insights and success stories. Learn more about FAO's SIDS activities here.

The FAO Global Innovation Accelerator's ACCESS project in Bangladesh introduces sustainable agricultural mechanization (SAM) to 1,500 smallholder farming families through Farmer Field Schools (FFS). This hands-on, farmer-led approach empowers participants to test and innovate with scale-appropriate machinery, generating locally relevant solutions.

The pilot demonstrates significant potential, particularly for women like Marufa Begum, who now feel comfortable using machinery. Building on decades of experience, the project is designed for scalability within ACCESS and with government partners.

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A series of data-rich webinars from FAO addresses specific scientific and technical topics related to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its containment. A recent session featured Frank Møller Aarestrup from the Technical University of Denmark, who presented on “Global surveillance of antimicrobial resistance and other health threats: options and limitations.”

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Youth are vital for transforming food and agriculture. FAO empowers young agripreneurs to lead change in urban agrifood systems through mentorship, innovation, and local links. This helps them build sustainable enterprises, create jobs, and shape inclusive agrifood systems.

Learn more by reading FAO’s Framework for transforming urban agrifood systems and the Brochure: Youth leading change in urban agrifood systems.

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FAO offers webinars on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) containment, providing updates on scientific and technical topics.

A recent webinar featured Belachew Bacha Hirpessa from the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority. He presented on "Surveillance of antimicrobials residues in animal source food and feed: ensuring safe and quality feed and food production in Ethiopia."

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Two new features enhance the Programme Budget and Human Resources Dashboard. The Programme Implementation Report (PIR Results View) offers a consolidated overview of FAO’s programme performance, including results, status, and SDG contributions. Data is explorable by various criteria. Biennium Comparison Functions also allow budget data comparison across biennia. These updates enhance transparency, providing a clearer view of FAO’s results and resource allocation.

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