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MeetingMeeting documentRegional avian influenza in Asia - Meeting report
Virtual meeting, 30 November - 3 December 2021
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Book (series)Technical studyHighly pathogenic H5 avian influenza in 2016 and early 2017 2017
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No results found.During 2016-2017 novel strains of highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza virus within the Goose/Guangdong/96 (Gs/GD/96)-lineage (mainly H5N8) caused multiple outbreaks of disease in poultry and wild birds across much of Europe, parts of Asia, the Middle East and West Africa, and have extended for the first time to affect poultry in Eastern and Southern Africa. The virus was reported first in the Tyva Republic in late May 2016 before being detected elsewhere. This was the fourth intercontinental wa ve of transmission by an H5 virus within this lineage and was by far the most severe in terms of the number of countries affected. This Focus On summarises observations from the fourth intercontinental wave associated with Gs/GD/96-lineage viruses as well as information on other related H5 viruses spreading in 2016-2017. It provides information on the genetics of these viruses, some discussion on the likely progress of the current intercontinental wave and guidance for forecasting future waves. .. -
BookletCorporate general interestIguaçu statement - Tackling high pathogenicity avian influenza together
Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil – 11 September 2025
2025Also available in:
No results found.The Iguaçu Statement is a global call to action to address the growing threat of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI). Uniting representatives from governments, international organizations, scientific institutions, civil society, and the private sector, the statement outlines a shared commitment to prevent HPAI by building robust systems for early detection and rapid control, protect poultry and egg value chains, livelihoods, and trade, and transform poultry systems to be resilient, sustainable, and ready to meet future demands. It emphasizes the importance of surveillance and early detection, biosecurity, and rapid control measures for poultry, wildlife, and human populations. Key actions include integrating the Global Strategy into national plans by 2026, establishing dedicated funding, harmonizing regional protocols, and ensuring transparent outbreak reporting. The Statement urges governments, regional bodies, private sector actors, and resource partners to collaborate on surveillance, emergency response, research, and financing mechanisms to mitigate HPAI risks. This collective commitment underscores that words alone are not enough and the global community pledges to turn commitments into measurable actions, protecting animals, people, and the planet from HPAI’s devastating impacts.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021
Transforming food systems for food security, improved nutrition and affordable healthy diets for all
2021In recent years, several major drivers have put the world off track to ending world hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by 2030. The challenges have grown with the COVID-19 pandemic and related containment measures. This report presents the first global assessment of food insecurity and malnutrition for 2020 and offers some indication of what hunger might look like by 2030 in a scenario further complicated by the enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes new estimates of the cost and affordability of healthy diets, which provide an important link between the food security and nutrition indicators and the analysis of their trends. Altogether, the report highlights the need for a deeper reflection on how to better address the global food security and nutrition situation.To understand how hunger and malnutrition have reached these critical levels, this report draws on the analyses of the past four editions, which have produced a vast, evidence-based body of knowledge of the major drivers behind the recent changes in food security and nutrition. These drivers, which are increasing in frequency and intensity, include conflicts, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns – all exacerbated by the underlying causes of poverty and very high and persistent levels of inequality. In addition, millions of people around the world suffer from food insecurity and different forms of malnutrition because they cannot afford the cost of healthy diets. From a synthesized understanding of this knowledge, updates and additional analyses are generated to create a holistic view of the combined effects of these drivers, both on each other and on food systems, and how they negatively affect food security and nutrition around the world.In turn, the evidence informs an in-depth look at how to move from silo solutions to integrated food systems solutions. In this regard, the report proposes transformative pathways that specifically address the challenges posed by the major drivers, also highlighting the types of policy and investment portfolios required to transform food systems for food security, improved nutrition, and affordable healthy diets for all. The report observes that, while the pandemic has caused major setbacks, there is much to be learned from the vulnerabilities and inequalities it has laid bare. If taken to heart, these new insights and wisdom can help get the world back on track towards the goal of ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition in all its forms. -
Book (stand-alone)Technical bookThe future of food and agriculture - Trends and challenges 2017
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No results found.What will be needed to realize the vision of a world free from hunger and malnutrition? After shedding light on the nature of the challenges that agriculture and food systems are facing now and throughout the 21st century, the study provides insights into what is at stake and what needs to be done. “Business as usual” is not an option. Major transformations in agricultural systems, rural economies, and natural resources management are necessary. The present study was undertaken for the quadrennial review of FAO’s strategic framework and for the preparation of the Organization Medium-Term plan 2018-2021. -
BookletHigh-profileFAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 2022The FAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 was endorsed by FAO Council in June 2022. This new strategy replaces the previous strategy from 2017 to better FAO's climate action with the Strategic Framework 2022-2031, and other FAO strategies that have been developed since then. The Strategy was elaborated following an inclusive process of consultation with FAO Members, FAO staff from headquarters and decentralized offices, as well as external partners. It articulates FAO's vision for agrifood systems by 2050, around three main pillars of action: at global and regional level, at country level, and at local level. The Strategy also encourages key guiding principles for action, such as science and innovation, inclusiveness, partnerships, and access to finance.