World Food Day

  World Food Day is an international day celebrated every year worldwide on 16 October to commemorate the date of the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945.  

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DSG's Member States Briefing in preparation for the Second UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4).

DSG's Member States Briefing in preparation for the Second UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)

The Deputy Secretary-General, Amina J. Mohammed, briefs Member States from Nairobi, Kenya, on the planning, engagement processes and expecta

The Deputy Secretary-General, Amina J. Mohammed, briefs Member States from Nairobi, Kenya, on the planning, engagement processes and expectations for the Second UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) scheduled for July 2025 in Addis Ababa.

In preparation for the UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4), which will take place in Addis Ababa from 28-30 July 2025, the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub – in collaboration with Regional Economic Commissions and the broader UN system – is organizing five Regional Preparatory Meetings from February to May 2025. Building on the momentum of UNFSS+2 and the UN Secretary-General's Call to Action for accelerated food systems transformation, these regional meetings will provide a platform for National Convenors, Member States, UN agencies, civil society, private sector actors, financial institutions, academia, and other stakeholders to assess progress, strengthen accountability, and unlock investments for food systems transformation.

Related Documents: Concept Note

Watch the DSG's Member States Briefing in preparation for the Second UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)!

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Closing Ceremony - World Food Forum 2024.

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GO11 - Closing Ceremony

Join us for the grand finale of the 2024 World Food Forum. This closing ceremony brings together visionaries, advocates and champions of sustainable agrifood systems who will share powerful reflections, commitments and calls to action. Together, we can shape a better food future for all, leaving no one behind.

Watch the Closing Ceremony of the World Food Forum 2024!

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World Food Forum 2024 Joint Feedback Session.

GO10 - WFF 2024 Joint Feedback Session

GO10 - WFF 2024 Joint Feedback Session

This event will look back on the 2024 WFF flagship event, and provide an opportunity for the audience to give feedback on their experience and the path forward

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Youth Assembly Global Action Plan Launch.

YM14 - Youth Assembly Global Action Plan Launch

YM14 - Youth Assembly Global Action Plan Launch

Join us for the launch of the Global Youth Action Plan 2024–2025, which will set the basis for the Youth Assembly deliberations going forward.

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Indigenous youth voices in the implementation of the United Nations Global Indigenous Youth Forum outcomes.

YM13 - Indigenous youth voices in the implementation of the UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum outcomes

YM13 - Indigenous youth voices in the implementation of the UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum outcomes

Take part in a candid exchange and discussion on the outcomes of the Biennial UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum and the progress made during the intersessional year regarding the implementation of the Rome Declaration on Safeguarding Seven Generations in Times of Food, Social and Ecological Crises.

Watch the Indigenous youth voices in the implementation of the UN Global Indigenous Youth Forum outcomes!

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Inclusive Agrifood Systems Innovation: From Ideas to Impact.

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ST12 - Inclusive Agrifood Systems Innovation: From Ideas to Impact

This session will delve into the impacts of inclusive innovation, highlighting how diverse perspectives and collaborative efforts can drive transformative change in agrifood systems. The speakers will provide insights on best practices, challenges, strategies and benefits of fostering inclusivity in scientific research and technological advancements; demonstrating how inclusive agrifood innovations can lead to long-term, real-world impact which are shared equitably and sustainably.

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Young Scientists Group Presentation.

YM12 - Young Scientists Group Presentation

YM12 - Young Scientists Group Presentation

Learn about the nexus between youth, innovation and technology for agrifood systems transformation. In this session, the World Food Forum Young Scientists Group (YSG) presents the second edition of the YSG report.

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WFF National Chapters: Inspiring Local Youth Leadership in Agrifood Systems Transformation.

YM11 - WFF National Chapters: Inspiring Local Youth Leadership in Agrifood Systems Transformation

YM11 - WFF National Chapters: Inspiring Local Youth Leadership in Agrifood Systems Transformation

This mainstage event will highlight the mantra "think global, act local" and emphasize the need to shift power to local youth in finding locally fit, actionable and inclusive solutions to transform agrifood systems. The session will showcase the incredible impact of WFF National Chapters, highlight best practices in systematically building up inclusive national youth-led agrifood platforms and showcase the strong collaboration between WFF National Chapters, FAO decentralized offices and respective governments. New WFF national Chapters will also be launching at the event!

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Launch of the FAO 4 Better Courses Initiative: Engaging with academia and research institutions to develop the next generation of leaders for agrifood systems transformation.

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GO08 - Launch of the FAO 4 Better Courses Initiative: Engaging with academia and research institutions to develop the next generation of lea

Engage with academia and research institutions to develop the next generation of leaders for agrifood systems transformation.

Watch the Launch of the FAO 4 Better Courses Initiative: Engaging with academia and research institutions to develop the next generation of leaders for agrifood systems transformation!

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High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG – the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture.

WD01 - High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG – the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture

WD01 - High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG – the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture

Join us for a high-level dialogue that will build on the technical preparatory meeting of April 2024,aiming at elevating the visibility, commitment, and impact of the WASAG partnership (The Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture). It will enhance collaboration among Member Nations of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and mobilize commitments to make WASAG more impactful and effective, agree on key WASAG operating mechanisms for efficient delivery and highlight the priorities in addressing water scarcity in agriculture, strengthening the connections between the agriculture and water sectors.

Watch the High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG – the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture!

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Inclusive AI to drive agrifood systems transformation.

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ST05 - Inclusive AI to drive agrifood systems transformation

Learn about inclusive digital agriculture in this session that aims to highlight the transformative role of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in agriculture. It will focus on the necessity of inclusivity and ethical practices for promoting transparency, fairness and trust that prevent the existence of any inequality that can be linked to the context of gender, capacity or ability to access technology, among others. It will provide insights into what strategic partnerships the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations needs to implement its Global Innovation Model.

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Celebrating local innovations to support transitions to sustainable agrifood systems: Farmer Field Schools Innovation Award.

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ST07 - Celebrating local innovations to support transitions to sustainable agrifood systems: Farmer Field Schools Innovation Award

Celebrate local innovations at this award presentation for the laureates of the first-ever global Farmer Field Schools Innovation Award. Laureates of the award will pitch their innovations and show the positive impacts they have had on communities. This session will also give participants a first peek into the future of Farmer Field Schools. What do we want them to look like? What kind of impact do we aspire to? And as important: how do we get there?

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Culture and Gastronomy: Spotlight on Washoku.

YM10 - Culture and Gastronomy: Spotlight on Washoku

YM10 - Culture and Gastronomy: Spotlight on Washoku

The intergenerational session will bring together representatives and young changemakers and chefs from Japan to understand the tradition of Japanese food and its health benefits. Furthermore, it aims to shed light on youth's role in applying the good practices of Washoku in other cultures.

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Junior World Food Day School Assembly at the World Food Forum.

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Global School Assembly and Junior World Food Day

Engage with international leaders, youth activists, influencers, teachers and fellow students through stories, music, interactive quizzes and games related to food and agrifood systems. A joint initiative between the World Food Forum Global School Assembly and Junior World Food Day, this event includes a discovery tour of interactive exhibits and games, and a view into the work undertaken across several offices and divisions of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

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Sowing the Future: Gene editing for agrifood systems.

ST01 - Sowing the Future: Gene editing for agrifood systems

ST01 - Sowing the Future: Gene editing for agrifood systems

Delve into the cutting-edge developments and potential benefits of gene-editing technologies within agrifood systems, while addressing potential environmental and food safety concerns and mitigation of unintended consequences. This session will explore the barriers hindering the adoption and diffusion of these technologies, examining their implications for small-scale producers. It will also provide a platform to discuss regulatory and policy considerations.

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Youth Food Lab.

YM09 - Youth Food Lab

YM09 - Youth Food Lab

Vote for the best pitch from this year's top ten Youth Food Lab teams who will present innovative projects that tackle a range of agrifood system challenges. The Youth Food Lab is the World Food Forum's global incubator programme for young entrepreneurs. The audience chooses the winner!

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Film in Food: Beyond our plates.

YM08 - Film in Food: Beyond our plates

YM08 - Film in Food: Beyond our plates

Join us for this dynamic award ceremony where we announce the five talented winners of this year's short film competition, followed by an interactive Q&A session.

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