Kenya and Georgia Explore New Opportunities to Expand Trade and Investment
Kenya and Georgia are exploring opportunities to strengthen economic relations, with diplomatic engagement highlighting the potential for increased trade, investment...
Agriculture
Kenya and IFAD Strengthen Cooperation to Transform Agriculture and Improve Food Security
Kenya is pursuing stronger cooperation with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to support agricultural development, improve rural livelihoods...
IAEA Highlights How Nuclear Science Can Improve Agriculture and Strengthen Global Food Security
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is highlighting the role of nuclear science and related technologies in helping countries improve...
WMO Highlights El Niño Risks for Global Agriculture and Marine Ecosystems
The possibility of El Niño developing during the final months of 2026 is drawing attention to the potential consequences for...
Somalia’s Barwaaqo Project Connects Water Access With Farming, Livestock and Local Economic Growth
Access to reliable water can transform more than household living conditions. In Somalia, the World Bank-supported Barwaaqo project is helping...
Global Food Prices Climb as Weather Disruptions Add Pressure to Markets
Global food markets experienced renewed price pressure in September, with the latest Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations...
Nepal Floods Put Jobs and Livelihoods at Risk Beyond Directly Affected Areas
Kathmandu: Catastrophic flooding in Nepal has disrupted employment and livelihoods and could affect workers and businesses well beyond the areas...
World Bank Warns Global Food Security Remains Vulnerable Amid Rising Costs
Washington: Global food and nutrition security remains fragile as higher fertilizer costs, supply-chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions continue to create...
Multi-Year Droughts Could Become More Widespread as Climate Changes
Global Climate Desk: Scientists are examining the potential for climate change to increase the frequency and geographical reach of droughts...
World Bank Data Shows Food Security Remains Under Pressure Despite Adequate Global Supplies
Washington: Global food markets continue to face pressure from elevated costs and supply-related risks even though overall food availability remains...
Super El Niño Intensifies Wildfire and Drought Risks
Jakarta, September 28, 2026: Indonesia is facing growing environmental pressure as an unusually strong El Niño continues to prolong dry...
Very Strong El Niño Could Increase Global Heat, Flood and Drought Risks Into 2027
The developing El Niño is expected to strengthen significantly during the coming months, raising the likelihood of major changes in...
Global Diesel Shortage Could Persist Into 2027 as Inventories Fall
The global diesel market is facing a prolonged supply squeeze, with industry data and storage trends indicating that tight conditions...
One Health Approach Connects Food Systems, Agriculture and Human Health
The safety and quality of the food people consume are closely connected to the health of humans, animals and the...
Solomon Islands Farmers See 56% Income Increase Through Climate-Resilient Agribusiness
Farmers in the Solomon Islands are demonstrating how climate adaptation can generate economic opportunities alongside protection from environmental risks, with...
Climate Resilience Investments Help Solomon Islands Farmers Increase Incomes
Climate adaptation is increasingly being viewed not only as a way to protect communities from environmental risks but also as...
FAO Global Conference to Advance One Health Action Across Agrifood Systems
Rome, September 2The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is set to convene the Global Conference for...
Myanmar Highlights Agriculture and Livestock as Key Drivers of Food Security
Naypyidaw: Myanmar is placing renewed emphasis on agriculture and livestock production as authorities seek to strengthen food supplies, support rural...
Japan Pork Prices Reach Record High as Egg Costs Remain Elevated
Tokyo: Consumers across Japan are facing higher food costs as the average retail price of pork loin reached a record...
FAO to Launch New Biodiversity Project Across Madagascar, Mexico and Uganda
Rome, September Agrifood systems are being placed at the center of international efforts to protect biodiversity, with the Food and...
Hungary Declares Nationwide Agricultural Drought Emergency and Simplifies Support Procedures
Hungary has declared a nationwide agricultural drought situation after prolonged heat and a serious lack of rainfall placed increasing pressure...
Croatia Approves €260 Million Package to Protect Households and Businesses From Energy Costs
Croatia has approved a new €260 million package of measures designed to protect households and businesses from the effects of...
Portugal Opens €5 Million Support Programme for Vineyards Hit by Severe Weather
Portugal has opened an exceptional support programme worth €5 million to help winegrowers whose vineyards suffered significant damage from severe...
Greece Expands Support Measures for Agricultural Businesses Facing Energy Costs
Greece is expanding support measures for agricultural businesses that have been affected by the continuing impact of the international energy...
FAO and World Bank Brief Examines Côte d’Ivoire’s Agricultural Landscape
Abidjan, September 12, 2026: A new statistical brief from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and...
Austria Government Advances Environmental Package With Drought Aid and Climate Law
Austria’s federal government is moving forward with a package of environmental and climate measures aimed at supporting the country’s agriculture...
Brazil Launches First Rice Purchase Auction to Strengthen Public Food Reserves
Brazilian authorities are moving to strengthen the country’s food-security system by carrying out the government’s first auction to purchase rice...
Qatar Strengthens Food Security Strategy With New Agricultural Initiatives
DOHA — Qatar is expanding efforts to strengthen domestic food security by supporting agricultural production, modern farming technologies and more...
Kenya Moves to Cushion Farmers as Drought Threatens Food Production
NAIROBI — Kenya is stepping up measures to protect farmers and safeguard national food supplies after below-average rainfall affected agricultural...
Slovenia Moves to Cut Heating-Fuel Tax as Energy Costs Remain High
LJUBLJANA — Slovenia’s government has approved proposed changes to its excise-duty rules that could significantly reduce taxes on heating oil...
UNDP and Visa Launch Financial Inclusion Initiative for Women and Youth in Sri Lanka
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka and Visa have joined forces to expand financial inclusion and economic...
Canada Imposes New Counter-Tariffs on US Goods as Trade Tensions Intensify
Canada has begun imposing a new round of counter-tariffs on selected goods imported from the United States, with the measures...
UNDP Warns Land Degradation Is Becoming a Major Threat to Food, Livelihoods and Economic Opportunity
Ulaanbaatar, September 8, 2026: Land degradation is emerging as a major development challenge, threatening agricultural production, livelihoods, economic opportunity and...
India’s BRICS 2026 Chairship Pushes Broader Cooperation Across Trade, Energy and Technology
India's BRICS chairship in 2026 is placing greater emphasis on practical cooperation across a wide range of sectors, as the...
How Europe Is Fighting Back Against Growing Drought and Water Shortages
Brussels, September 8, 2026: Europe is facing a growing water challenge as repeated heatwaves, prolonged dry periods and rising temperatures...
Nepal: Authorities Issue Fresh Alert After Bird Flu Detected in Domestic Poultry
Nepalese authorities have issued a fresh update on a bird-flu outbreak affecting domestic birds, highlighting the need for continued surveillance...
FAO Advances Cross-Border Approach to Protect Sheep and Goats From Disease
The movement of sheep and goats does not stop at national borders, and neither do the diseases that affect them....
Italy Activates €3.4 Billion Investment Package Under National Cohesion Reform
Italy has taken a major step in implementing its national cohesion policy reform, with the government signing its first seven...
AI Could Deliver a Major Growth Boost for Sub-Saharan Africa, IMF Finds
Washington: Artificial intelligence could become a significant driver of economic growth across Sub-Saharan Africa if countries move quickly to expand...
Land Degradation Threatens Global Food Systems and Economic Growth, World Bank Warns
Washington: Land degradation is emerging as a major threat to agriculture, global supply chains and long-term economic development, with up...
