Unhealthy diets contribute to rise in noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes. FAO: Unhealthy diets impose huge costs on agri-food systems Economic Development A study […]
Losses in transit: the link between transport systems and food industry losses
The transportation process is an important link in the supply chain of fresh fruits and vegetables. Losses in transit: the relationship between transportation systems and losses in the […]
World leaders gathered in New York pledged action to combat antibiotic resistance
Declaration calls for $100 million in funding to combat antimicrobial resistance. World leaders meeting in New York pledge to take action to combat antibiotic resistance Health On Thursday, […]
FAO: World food prices fell in August
Cheese at a market in Sao Paulo, Brazil. FAO: World food prices fall in August Economic developments The world food price index fell slightly in August, with declines […]
UN Helps Young Azerbaijani Become Honey Guru
Iskender shares his knowledge through a beekeeping training program at Bilasuvar Vocational Lyceum. UN helps young Azerbaijani become a honey guru Economic development Iskender Shiralizade’s passion for all […]
FAO: Forests threatened by climate change and growing demand for timber
Global wood production remains at record levels. FAO: Forests are threatened by climate change and growing demand for wood Climate and Environment Due to climate change, forests around […]
Camels and the Gobi Desert: FAO helps Mongolian farmers adapt to climate change impacts
Bactrian camels are the main source of wool, milk and income for Mongolian families living in the harsh Gobi Desert. Camels and the Gobi Desert: FAO helps Mongolian […]
FAO: World’s fish stocks would plummet under high-emissions scenario
In 2022, global fisheries and aquaculture production reached a new high of 223.2 million tonnes. FAO: World’s fish stocks would plummet under high-emissions scenario Climate and Environment Updated […]
FAO predicts record grain harvest
FAO: World Cereal Production to Reach All-Time High in 2024 FAO Predicts Record Cereal Harvest Economic Development The average world prices for food products did not change in […]
UN agencies: Sudan faces famine of unprecedented proportions
For half of Sudan’s war-torn population, every day is a struggle to survive. UN agencies: Sudan faces famine of unprecedented proportions Humanitarian assistance Forecasts released Thursday by three […]