FAO Podcasts

Global food markets are facing increasing pressure from conflict, climate extremes, economic uncertainty, and supply chain disruptions. Yet despite these shocks, global food markets often recover quickly and regain their equilibrium. But the resulting food price spikes can have severe consequences for food security, underscoring the importance of international cooperation.       In this episode of...

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is disrupting global energy and fertilizer markets. For the hundreds of millions already living in extreme poverty, the effects could be severe. In this episode, Ben Davis, Director of FAO's Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division, and Marco Knowles, Senior Policy Officer in the same division, make the case for social protection as a more effective response th...

In this episode of  The Work We Do , we speak with Manuel Barange, FAO Assistant Director-General and Director of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, about the realities behind fisheries,  aquaculture  and the future of aquatic foods.i   Manuel breaks down the latest findings from  The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture  2026 , including the growing role of aquatic foods in global nutrit...

Sarah Cahill is the Secretary of Codex Alimentarius, the international body that develops the food standards behind much of what we eat, how it is labelled, and how it moves across borders. In this episode of The Work We Do , Sarah joins us in the Situation Room to discuss the past, present and future of Codex. We explore how Codex helped countries come together around scientific evidence to prote...

In this episode of The Work We Do, we speak with Lynnette Neufeld, Director of FAO's Food and Nutrition Division, about the complex realities behind today's nutrition challenges.   The conversation explores the double burden of malnutrition, where undernutrition and obesity can coexist within the same country, community,  household  or even individual. We also discuss why healthy diets  costs  mor...

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed since February 28. As of May 18th, 2026, it  remains  shut. The chokehold on global energy and fertilizer supplies keeps expanding through agrifood systems worldwide.   In this special episode of The Work We Do, we discuss the short, medium, and long-term structural policy solutions to the global agrifood impacts of the closure of the Strait of Horm...

In this episode of The Work We Do, we sit down with Charles Spillane, Chief Scientist at FAO.   Charlie traces how his upbringing on a farm in Ireland and an early interest in science fiction shaped his techno-optimistic worldview and his belief in the power of science and innovation to improve society.   He discusses why scientific advances often fail to reach smallholder farmers, what it takes t...

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed since 28 February. As of 13 April, vessels are still not moving in meaningful numbers. The last ships to leave before the blockade are now reaching their destinations, meaning the real supply gap is only beginning to materialise .   Key messages:   • Before the conflict began, the strait carried 30-35% of global crude oil, 20% of natural gas, and up...

In this episode, we sit down with David Laborde, Director of the Agrifood Economics and Policy Division at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.   David shares his journey as a trade economist and how it has shaped his approach to today's agrifood systems. We discuss the role of trade in food security and the  true cost  of the food we consume.   We also dive into the art of...

Middle East is increasing risks for global energy, fertilizer, and agrifood systems. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical chokepoints for oil, gas, and fertilizer shipments, are already pushing up energy and agricultural input costs worldwide. Because energy and fertilizer markets are closely linked to food production, these shocks can quickly spread through global...

In this episode of The Work We Do , we speak with Lauren Phillips, Director of Partnerships and UN Collaboration at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, about why women and youth are central to the transformation of agrifood systems. The conversation draws on FAO's flagship reports to examine women's roles across agrifood systems, persistent gaps in access to land, finance,...

In this first episode of The Work We Do, we speak with Máximo Torero, Chief Economist of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Máximo served as the Director of Markets, Trade and Institutions Division at IFPRI and later as an Executive Director for the World Bank representing several South American countries. The conversation explores how agrifood systems, global marke...

Was ist Essen? Essen ist Leben. Essen ist Erinnerung, Wurzeln, Land und das Wissen unserer Vorfahren. Essen ist ein Recht, kein Privileg. Am diesjährigen Welternährungstag, dem 16. Oktober, lasst uns alle gemeinsam Hand in Hand gehen, um zu ehren, zu kultivieren und eine bessere Zukunft zu ernten – damit niemand zurückgelassen wird. Besuchen Sie www.fao.org , um mehr zu erfahren. ©FAO

خواړه ژوند دی، خواړه یادونه دي، ریښې، ځمکه، او زموږ د نیکونو پوهه ده. خواړه یو حق دی، نه امتیاز. د اکتوبر پر ۱۶مه، د خوړو په دې نړیواله ورځ راځئ چې لاسونه سره ورکړو، وویاړو، کرنه وکړو، او د ښه راتلونکې حاصل تر لاسه کړو تر څو هیڅوک شاته پاتې نه شي. نور معلومات له  www.fao.org  څخه تر لاسه کړی. ©د خوړو او کرنې سازمان

غذا چیست؟ غذا یعنی زندگی، یعنی خاطره، ریشه، سرزمین و دانش نیاکان ما. غذا یک حق است، نه یک امتیاز. هشتاد سال پیش، جهان وعده داد که برویاند، به اشتراک بگذارد، جوامع را سیر کند و زندگی بهتری بسازد. امسال، در روز جهانی غذا، ۱۶ اکتبر، بیایید همه باهم دست به دست قدم برداریم. افتخار کنیم، بکاریم، آینده بهتری را برداشت کنیم، تا هیچ‌کسی را پشت سر نگذاریم. برای کسب اطلاعات بیشتر به ویب‌سایت [ www.fao.org](h...

Gıda nedir? Gıda hayattır, hafızadır, köklerdir, topraktır ve atalarımızın bilgeliğidir. Gıda bir haktır, ayrıcalık değildir. Seksen yıl önce dünya bir söz verdi: büyütmeye, paylaşmaya, toplumları beslemeye ve daha iyi yaşamaya. 16 Ekim'de, bu Dünya Gıda Günü'nde, haydi birlikte el ele yürüyelim. Daha fazlası için  www.fao.org 'u ziyaret et. ©FAO        

La alimentación es vida, es memoria, raíces, tierra, y el saber de nuestros ancestros. La alimentación es un derecho, no un privilegio. Hace ochenta años, el mundo prometió cultivar, compartir, alimentar a las personas y lograr una vida mejor gracias a la alimentación. Este 16 de octubre, Día Mundial de la Alimentación, caminemos todos juntos mano de la mano. Para no dejar a nadie atrás. Visita  w...

Apa itu pangan? Pangan adalah kehidupan, kenangan, akar, lahan, dan pengetahuan leluhur kita; pangan merupakan hak, bukan hak istimewa. Delapan puluh tahun yang lalu dunia berjanji untuk menumbuhkan, membagikan, memberi makan komunitas, dan hidup lebih baik. Di Hari Pangan Sedunia, 16 Oktober, mari semua bergandengan tangan: menghormati, menumbuhkan, dan memanen masa depan yang lebih baik tanpa me...

La alimentación es vida, es memoria, raíces, tierra, y el saber de nuestros ancestros. La alimentación es un derecho, no un privilegio. Hace ochenta años, el mundo prometió cultivar, compartir, alimentar a las personas y lograr una vida mejor gracias a la alimentación. Este 16 de octubre, Día Mundial de la Alimentación, caminemos todos juntos mano de la mano. Para no dejar a nadie atrás. Visita ww...

粮食是什么？ 粮食是生命 粮食是记忆 是根脉 是土地 是祖辈的知识传承 粮食是权利 不是特权 80年前 世界许下承诺 耕耘大地 分享收获 滋养社区 10月16日，共庆"世界粮食日" 让我们手拉手、并肩走 不让任何人掉队 更多详情，敬请访问www.fao.org © 粮农组织

Cos'è il cibo? Il cibo è vita, è memoria, radici, terra e saperi antichi. Il cibo è un diritto, non un privilegio. Ottanta anni fa il mondo ha fatto una promessa crescere, condividere, nutrire le comunità e vivere meglio. In questa Giornata Mondiale dell'Alimentazione il 16 ottobre camminiamo insieme, mano nella mano. Senza lasciare nessuno indietro. Per saperne di più, visita www.fao.org © FAO

Продовольствие – это жизнь. это история, Корни и Знания наших предков Продовольствие – это право, а не привилегия. Восемьдесят лет назад мировое сообщество дало обещание больше вкладывать в продовольствие. В этот Всемирный день продовольствия, 16 октября, давайте действовать рука об руку, Более подробная информация на сайте www.fao.org © ФАО

‎الغذاء هو الحياة، هو الذاكرة، والجذور، والأرض، ومعارف أسلافنا. الغذاء حقٌ، وليس امتيازًا. قبل ثمانين عامًا، قطع العالم وعدًا بأن يزرع ويتشارك ويطعم المجتمعات المحلية ويعيش بشكل أفضل. وفي يوم الأغذية العالمي، في 16 من تشرين الأول، دعونا نسير معًا يدًا بيد. من دون ترك أي أحد خلف الركب. زوروا الموقع www.fao.org   © الفاو

Qu'est-ce que l'alimentation ? L'alimentation c'est la vie, c'est la mémoire, les racines, la terre, et les savoirs de nos ancêtres. L'alimentation est un droit, pas un privilège. Il y a 80 ans, le monde a fait la promesse de grandir, de partager, de nourrir les communautés, et de vivre mieux. En cette Journée mondiale de l'alimentation, le 16 octobre, marchons tous ensemble main dans la main. Cél...

What is food? Food is life. Food is memory, roots, land, and the knowledge of our ancestors. Food is a right, not a privilege. Eighty years ago, the world made a promise to grow, share, feed communities and live better through food. This World Food Day, October 16, let's all walk together hand in hand. Honour traditions. Cultivate innovation. Harvest a better future. To leave no one behind. Visit...