FAO and Ministry of Finance Partner to Improve Food and Nutrition Security in Bangladesh
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Economic Relations Division, Ministry of Finance in Bangladesh have signed four agreements on to support the country in its efforts to improve food and nutrition security.
Fostering Agriculture Research Talent in Haiti through Scholarships
In Haiti, young professionals are given the opportunity to grow their research skills — and to better support the agricultural sector in the country.
Nurturing Health and Nutrition: Empowering Mothers in Magway
In the heart of a village, a remarkable transformation is taking place—one that exemplifies the power of education, persistence, and community support in reshaping dietary habits and improving the health and nutrition of families.
Building Resilient Food Systems: The Gambia Agriculture and Food Security Project
The Road to COP28 webinar series focused on the connection between climate, gender, and nutrition spotlighting selected project. The second event profiled the Gambia Food and Nutrition Security Project.
Building Resilient Food Systems: Lao PDR Agriculture for Nutrition Project
The Road to COP28 webinar series focused on the connection between climate, gender, and nutrition spotlighting selected project. The first event profiled the Agriculture for Nutrition Project in Lao People’s Democratic Republic.
Rising to the Challenge of a Food Crisis: GAFSP Annual Report 2022 Highlights
GAFSP works to build resilient and sustainable agriculture and food systems in the world’s poorest countries. See the highlights of what the program has achieved in 2022.
Making the Difference for Women Farmers in Bangladesh
Learning is a never-ending process. Read the story from IFC on how the training for women in Bangladesh improved production and financial resilience across the food production chain.
Integrating Climate and Nutrition for Multiple Wins
Sustainable, resilient and healthy diets are a key driver of sustainable development. Without available and affordable nutritious food, beating other development challenges will also be an uphill struggle.
Integrating Climate and Nutrition: An Essential Action for Zero Hunger
Join the CFS51 Side Event discussing two of the greatest challenges facing humanity today: climate change and malnutrition.
Sara Bangla Krishak Society Wins the 2023 FAO Achievement Award
The Sara Bangla Krishak Society (SBKS) has been announced as one of the recipients of the prestigious 2023 FAO Achievement Award. The announcement was made by the FAO Director-General at the World Food Day ceremony in Rome.
World Bank Approves $20 Million Grant to Support Nepal’s Agriculture and Nutrition Sector
The World Bank has approved a grant of $20 million to support the Government of Nepal’s Food and Nutrition Security Enhancement Project (FANSEP)-II.
Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen on Global Food Security in New York
"We are proud to be the largest donor to GAFSP which provides much-needed grants, concessional loans, and blended finance – as well as technical assistance – to low-income countries and producer organizations."