Witness a zebra's long-awaited first chance to mate, facing fierce competition. This dramatic clip is from 'Africa' (2013), an epic journey showcasing the continent's extraordinary landscapes and mesmerising creatures as never before.

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A consultation and dialogue session for private sector representatives in food systems will take place on January 21, preceding LARC39. This session offers an opportunity to engage with FAO regional representatives and technical leaders.

Participants will also coordinate to develop a statement outlining the sector's position for LARC39 member countries and select representatives for the main conference in March.

More information: Regional Consultation with the Private Sector LARC 39

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Communities in Tajikistan are restoring ancient seed heritage and preserving valuable agrobiodiversity for global benefit. This video highlights farmers and local seed banks, supported by FAO, as they revive traditional crops, strengthen livelihoods, and build a sustainable future.

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Discover how communities in Tajikistan are restoring their ancestral seed heritage and safeguarding vital agrobiodiversity. Supported by FAO, this initiative empowers farmers, women’s groups, and local seed banks to revive traditional crops, strengthen livelihoods, and build a resilient future.

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The first RAES Exhibition brought together nearly 300 professionals from 20 countries across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. This virtual event promoted the exchange of successful school feeding initiatives, emphasizing their connection to sustainable agrifood systems.

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Explore the Food and Agriculture for Sustainable Transformation (FAST) Partnership with an animated infographic. Learn more at the official FAST Partnership page.

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FAO will host a virtual consultation with the Scientific and Academic Sector on January 14, 2026. This online event aims to facilitate an exchange of ideas, allowing the sector to share its perspectives and potential contributions to FAO's work areas.

Participants will draft a statement reflecting the sector's position, to be presented to Member Countries during LARC39. The consultation will also elect spokespersons to represent the sector at the Conference.

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The Ibero-American and Caribbean Parliamentary Alliance for Food Security, alongside the #AlimentaciónPrimero Pact, marks a significant political step. Its core aim is to foster national, regional, and global commitments for just, sustainable, and resilient food systems. The initiative seeks to strengthen political and programmatic coordination through strategic planning, FAO partnerships, and promoting the Pact.

A mission to Chile will track these commitments, bolster the Alliance's internal governance, and deepen collaboration with the FAO. It also aims to support Chile's ratification of the #AlimentaciónPrimero Pact, aligning with international parliamentary efforts and preparations for the 2026 World Parliamentary Summit against Hunger and Malnutrition.

More information: https://www.fao.org/americas/events/event-detail/encuentro-alimentacion-primero/es

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African Swine Fever (ASF) threatens food security and rural livelihoods. The FAO Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases (ECTAD) in Asia and the Pacific strengthens animal health systems to help countries prevent and manage ASF.

A video highlights resilient women—farmers, veterinarians, and community leaders—leading the fight against ASF in Indonesia, Lao PDR, and the Philippines. They demonstrate innovation through grassroots action and biosecurity to protect communities.

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African Swine Fever (ASF) is a major threat to pig farming and food security. The FAO Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases (ECTAD) in Asia and the Pacific supports countries in strengthening animal health systems to prevent and manage ASF.

A video demonstrates how FAO’s ASF simulation exercises prepare veterinary services for real outbreaks, adapting to address other transboundary animal diseases such as rabies and foot-and-mouth disease.

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African Swine Fever (ASF) poses a significant threat to pig farming and food security. The FAO Emergency Centre for Transboundary Animal Diseases (ECTAD) in Asia and the Pacific collaborates with countries to prevent and manage ASF through robust animal health systems.

Discover how FAO's co-created biosecurity interventions protect pigs and livelihoods, fostering resilience and ensuring vulnerable communities are supported. Learn more by watching this video. Explore regional project outcomes.

Sir David Attenborough narrates three hours of incredible wildlife, from epic zebra fights to sex-shifting fish. Welcome to BBC Earth, your source for 50 years of dramatic, rare, and exclusive natural history content. Discover the world's amazing stories, beauty, and natural wonder.

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Rebecca Solnit, a renowned writer, historian, and influential feminist thinker, authored "Men Explain Things to Me." This essay famously articulated an experience shared by millions of women worldwide.

In a conversation with writer Marina Espasa, Solnit reflects on contemporary feminism, the narratives perpetuating inequality, and the urgent need to collectively rethink our relationships with nature, culture, and one another.

In Nevada's Thacker Pass, Indigenous tribes are battling powerful entities over a massive lithium mine by Lithium Americas. Backed by the Biden administration and General Motors, this project, vital for electric vehicles, exposes the dark side of the "green energy" transition, prioritizing profit over sacred land and local communities.

The documentary, "Thacker Pass - Mining the Sacred," by award-winning journalist Brandi Morin and filmmaker Geordie Day, chronicles the Indigenous resisters putting their freedom on the line. It was co-produced by Ricochet Media, IndigiNews, and The Real News Network.

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The oceans are signaling an urgent need for environmental action.

Addressing this crisis requires essential ocean-based solutions, which are critical for achieving a one-third reduction in global emissions.

Professor Laura Fleming, a physician and epidemiologist, underscores the vital role of oceans. Covering 70% of Earth's surface, these environments are essential for sustaining human life.

She emphasizes that biodiversity, particularly within marine ecosystems, is crucial for the ongoing development of new medications.

The Ocean Panel's Blue Paper envisions a sustainable ocean economy over the next 25 years, exploring future employment across various sectors. Drawing on expert consultation and data, it offers guidance for stakeholders to achieve this vision.

A just transition, prioritizing inclusion and fairness, is crucial. The paper highlights key challenges: data limitations, skills gaps, insufficient training and education (especially in developing nations), regional infrastructure disparities, and inadequate funding and institutional capacity.

Explore practical strategies for sustainable oceans with our upcoming webinar. This session provides a comprehensive practitioners' guide to developing effective plans.

Drawing from the Handbook on Sustainable Oceans Plans, it offers vital insights for implementation.

Dr. Oliver Ashford of the WRI Oceans Program will host a webinar on the future workforce in a sustainable Ocean Economy.

Panelists will discuss major economic aspects influenced by the health and fate of our oceans.

Designated the 'Year of the Ocean,' 2025 marks a pivotal moment for global ocean conservation, featuring major milestones and breakthroughs.

This summary highlights key events, including the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, the UN Ocean Decade midpoint, and bold commitments from Brazil and new BlueNDC countries.

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