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Nature-Based Solutions at UNEA-5.2
Global: Nature-based solutions were one of the main topics at the fifth session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-5.2) in Nairobi. One of the key outcomes from the fifth session was a resolution focused on nature-based solutions.
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Nominations Now Open for the 2022 World Food Prize!
Global: Celebrate the accomplishments of those who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity, or availability of food in the world, by nominating an individual or individuals for the 2022 World Food Prize!
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More Than US$27 Billion Pledged to Tackle Global Malnutrition and Hunger at the Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit
Global: COVID-19 and climate change have exacerbated malnutrition and threatened the sustainability and resilience of food systems around the world. More than More Than US$27 billion was pledged at the Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit.
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2021 State of Food and Agriculture Report Released
Global: Countries need to urgently make agri-food systems more resilient, efficient, sustainable and inclusive, according to the 2021 State of Food and Agriculture report.
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Gaining Momentum: Food Systems Transformation in the Decade of Action – The Borlaug Dialogue 2021
Global: Commencing on 20-22 October, in Des Moines, Iowa, the 2021 Norman E. Borlaug International Symposium, known as the Borlaug Dialogue, is set to add to this year’s momentum around transforming global food systems.
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Building Sustainable and Resilient Agri-Food Systems Tops Agenda at AGRF Summit
Africa & Middle East: Actions to create resilient and sustainable food systems in Africa to increase food security and incomes, underpinned discussions at this year’s Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRF) Summit.
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AfricaRice Scientist Wins 2021 Borlaug Field Award for Work in Water Management for Resilient Rice Production
Global: Dr. Elliott Dossou-Yovo, a scientist and agriculture specialist who has spearheaded innovative water management systems for resilient rice production, has today been announced as the 2021 Recipient of the Norman E. Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application.
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2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World
Global: World hunger and malnutrition levels increased last year, according to the recently published 2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report.
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UN Food Systems Summit Publishes its Independent Dialogues Synthesis Report
Global: The UN Food Systems Summit Secretariat has published a synthesis report based on insights from more than 100 Independent Dialogues featuring 10,000 participants globally.
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World Food Prize Laureates Send Open Letter to President Biden
Global: 24 World Food Prize Laureates came together to send President Biden an open letter asking for continued U.S. leadership in ending world hunger.
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Nominations Now Open for the 2022 World Food Prize
Global: Nominations are now open for the 2022 World Food Prize – the prestigious $250,000 award that recognises outstanding contributions towards ending world hunger.
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Key Takeaways from the One Planet Summit for Biodiversity
Global: Solutions for boosting land restoration, more sustainable agriculture and livelihoods topped the bill at the One Planet Summit for Biodiversity.
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