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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

UN specialized agency leading global efforts to eradicate hunger and improve food and agricultural systems.

Maílis Carrilho
Added by Maílis Carrilho on February 18th, 2026

Summary

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized UN agency that leads international efforts to defeat hunger, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. FAO provides data, policy advice, technical assistance, and global standards across food systems, fisheries, forestry, land use, and climate resilience, supporting countries in building sustainable and inclusive agricultural economies.

Details

Company name
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Headquarters
Rome, 🇮🇹 Italy
Date of establishment
1945