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From foundations to scale: The Hub launches its 3rd Biennial Work Plan 2026-2027
25/02/2026
The United Nations Food Systems Coordination Hub has launched its third Biennial Work Plan for 2026–2027, under the leadership of the Hub’s Oversight Steering Committee.
Madagascar launches a new phase in the transformation of its food systems
24/02/2026
Madagascar has officially launched a new series of strategic projects to accelerate the sustainable, inclusive, and resilient transformation of the country’s food systems, with the support of the European Union (EU), the United Nations Joint SDG Fund and the Hub.
UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and CFS advance joint action on food systems transformation
24/02/2026
The UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) are strengthening their collaboration to better support countries in turning global food systems commitments into action on the ground.
When food and climate meet: A convergence dialogue in Bangui
09/02/2026
A dialogue in the Central African Republic explored how food systems and climate action can move forward together – on the same land, for the same people.
2026 Food Systems Solutions Dialogues and Webinars Series Launches
05/02/2026
Throughout 2026, the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub will host its annual dialogues and webinars to strengthen engagement on food systems transformation.
Peru promotes dialogue on how we produce food, what we eat, and its relationship to climate change
29/01/2026
Looking at how alignment across food and climate agendas can strengthen outcomes on the ground.
Bhutan: Four years of transformation
26/01/2026
From COVID-19 wake-up call to food systems progress.
CFS policy products as a catalyst for agrifood systems transformation in support of National Convenors
22/01/2026
Guest Op-Ed by Professor Anas A. Al-Nabulsi, Chairperson of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS).
Empowering women farmers: The key to transforming food systems at Davos 2026
19/01/2026
As leaders converge in Davos for the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in January, Hub Director Stefanos Fotiou highlights why empowering women farmers is key to transforming food systems.
2026 Food Systems Transformation Meetings
15/01/2026
The 4th series of regional meetings with National Convenors has been announced, supporting implementation of the UNFSS+4 Call to Action.
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2025: The year food systems moved from promise to practice
22/12/2025
Food systems took center stage in 2025 – shifting from plans to action across climate, health, livelihoods and development, driven by countries and partners.
Tajikistan accelerates food systems transformation through Joint SDG Fund support and multisectoral action
19/12/2025
Tajikistan advances healthier diets and resilient food systems through coordinated UN support, policy reform, and investment under the Joint SDG Fund.
Ethiopia advances youth-led food systems transformation through new Science-Policy-Society Interface Workshop
19/12/2025
Ethiopia launches a youth-supported science–policy–society interface to turn evidence and innovation into food systems action.
Regional workshop on strategic planning and implementation for food systems transformation in Arab countries
18/12/2025
Arab countries convene in Amman to advance coordinated strategies for implementing food systems transformation across the region.
War and weather show how fragile food systems are - we must act
15/12/2025
As 2025 draws to a close, Hub Director Stefanos Fotiou highlights one clear lesson from a turbulent year: food systems have become a frontline of social protection and global stability.
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TSARA launches its 1st Science – January 2026
10/12/2025
The TSARA initiative will host its first Science Days on 13, 15, 20 and 22 January 2026, bringing together researchers for a four-part webinar series exploring collaborative research on agroecological transitions, sustainable food systems, and the interactions between agroecology and food systems.
Bhutan advances food systems transformation with national stocktaking writeshop
08/12/2025
Bhutan convenes four-day writeshop on food systems stocktaking, advancing resilient, sustainable systems guided by Gross National Happiness.
Advancing resilient and sustainable food systems in the Arab region
04/12/2025
Regional actors convene in Amman to strengthen strategic planning for resilient, sustainable food systems across the Arab region.
Samoa advances efforts to align food systems and climate action through National Convergence Dialogue
03/12/2025
Samoa brings government, partners, and communities together to accelerate coordinated action on food systems transformation and climate resilience.
Japan’s Innovation Engine: How JIRCAS and NARO Are Shaping the Future of Sustainable Food Systems
28/11/2025
Japan’s agricultural innovation is booming. Two research institutions stand out – the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) on the global stage, and the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO) – turning steady scientific investment into practical advances that shape both national and global progress.
