Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
October 2026
Launch of the First Phase of the National Date Palm Pest Management Project in Sistan and Baluchestan with FAO Support
The first phase of a national pest management project for date palms has been launched in Sistan and Baluchestan, supported by the FAO. This initiative…
FAO Representative Emphasizes Importance of Livestock Sector for Iran's Food Security and Employment
Farrukh Toirov, the FAO Representative in Iran, emphasized the critical role of the livestock and poultry sector in ensuring food security and rural employment in…
Implementation of Two $700,000 FAO Projects in Iran
The FAO is launching two projects in Iran with a budget of $700,000 to protect local livestock breeds and assist fish farmers impacted by conflict.…
International Organizations Report on the Risk of Extinction of Indigenous Diversity in Agriculture
International organizations have reported that while hybrid and genetically modified seeds have improved agricultural yields and addressed global hunger, they have also led to a…
FAO Enhances Iran's Capacity to Safeguard Date Palm Production from Pests and Diseases
The FAO is enhancing Iran's ability to combat pests and diseases that threaten date palm production, which is crucial for the livelihoods of local communities.…
Global Soil Erosion Surpasses Natural Recovery, Urgent Report Warns
A new report by the FAO, led by Isaac Larsen, highlights that global soil erosion is surpassing natural recovery rates, raising concerns about food security…