World Food Forum

This episode explores how Indigenous artist and healer Pumehana connects ancestral wisdom with modern practices to inspire healing, sustainability and a renewed respect for the land.

In this episode of Food for the Future, we explore the innovative research of the Young Scientist Group, featuring Ebba Engström, Ramoudane Orou Sannou and Sofia Cavalleri, as they tackle urgent challenges in sustainable agriculture and food systems through actionable insights and fresh approaches.

In this episode, we explore how Harlem Globetrotters Darnell ‘Speedy’ Artis and Arysia 'Ace' Porter are partnering with FAO to promote healthy diets, encourage mindful food choices and support global efforts to reduce food waste and enhance food security.

In this episode, FAO Chief Economist Máximo Torero Cullen and youth policy board member Chemora McKnee discuss empowering youth in shaping sustainable agrifood systems, the importance of ensuring food for present and future generations and strategies to amplify women's roles in agrifood systems.

In this episode, we’re joined by Celeste, Head of the  Innovation Lab, to explore how innovation is driving change in agrifood systems, empowering young professionals to develop creative solutions for a more sustainable and resilient food future. 4o

In this episode, we are joined by Oisin Gill, the Head of the Education Program, who discusses how the program empowers young people to critically engage with agrifood systems and fosters a deeper understanding of their role in building a sustainable food future.

In this episode, we’re joined by Javier Bravo, the head of the Youth Assembly, to explore how passionate young leaders are shaping the future of agrifood systems through collaboration, innovation, and meaningful engagement.

In this episode, Lindsey Hook, Head of the Culture Program, explores the role of music, film, art, and gastronomy in connecting young people and driving agrifood system transformations, while sharing insights into the exciting cultural initiatives planned for this year's World Food Forum flagship event.

In this episode, Victor Muiru, Head of the Local Action Program, joins us to discuss how youth-driven efforts are making a real impact on agrifood systems through localized initiatives and community engagement, guided by the "Think Global, Act Local" philosophy.

In this episode, WFF Global Coordinator Kazuki Kitaoka discusses youth engagement in agrifood systems and offers a preview of the 2024 flagship event.

In this episode, we delve into the innovative research of Ram Neupane, Ayaz Shaikh, and Ambrogio Zanzi, who are tackling key challenges in sustainable agriculture, exploring the role of food science in transforming agrifood systems and examining the link between agriculture and climate change.

In this episode, we sit down with Franzo Elisa, an SDG Review Specialist, to discuss her impactful work in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Elisa shares her journey, insights on how young professionals can contribute to global sustainability and highlights key trends shaping the future of the SDGs.

In this episode, we delve into transformative ideas in agrifood systems with two remarkable finalists from the Transformative Research Challenge 2023, Lencho Megersa and Fatima A. Fordjour, who are pioneering innovative solutions to tackle pressing global challenges.

In this episode of Food for the Future, we explore the crucial role of nutrition in transforming global agrifood systems. Joined by Ana Luiza Domingos, Tarini Gupta and Isnawati Hidayah from the Young Scientists Group, we dive into their research and insights on how to enhance nutrition and tackle global challenges through science-based solutions.

In this episode, we explore how young professionals like Dyas are shaping global food systems and sustainability through the UN's Young Professionals Programme (YPP) and share advice for aspiring UN leaders.

This episode delves into the innovative world of bioenergy, with Sara, a young professional, discussing how it’s driving sustainability and revolutionizing our approach to global energy challenges.

This episode highlights a young professional's experiences in the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment, offering insights and advice for those passionate about combating climate change.

In this episode, we delve into the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and culture, featuring conversations with young professionals who are driving meaningful change in the industry.

Delve into the remarkable work of young COFO champions and how they are making a difference in their community.

In this episode, we spotlight the passionate young interns at the World Food Forum and explore how they’re driving forward sustainable agrifood systems.

Delve into the remarkable work of young COFO champions and how they are making a difference in their community.

Secretary of the Committee of Forestry (COFO), Ms. Malgorzata Buszko-Briggs, shares insights to what you can expect during the week-long COFO at the Headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Let's dive in!

In this episode, we celebrate the first-ever International Day of Potato! Listen in about the origins of potatoes and how they have been a world-changing staple.

In this episode, Surhabi Dogra shares her insights on adolescent nutrition, healthy diets, and how these are connected to climate change . Both through her academic experiences - Surhabi has completed a Master’s in Social Work in Public Health at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences - as well as her work as Youth Commissioner for the Second Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing in...

In today’s episode, we ask the question: How can we make the food industry more sustainable while also manufacturing protein and nutrient-dense products that can replace animal products? Our guest Sujala Balaji’s answer to this? Millets! Sujala is the Founder and CEO of Rainfed Foods, a plant protein company creating next-generation plant-based alternatives. She is a certified food scientist with...