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Launch of UNFSS+4 Report: Scaled-Up Action Needed to Transform Food Systems by 2030
28/07/2025
The United Nations today launched the Report of the Secretary-General for the Second Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4), calling for accelerated action to transform the world’s food systems as a cornerstone of delivering the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. 
David Nabarro
Remembering Dr. David Nabarro: Visionary Leader in Global Food Security and Sustainable Development
27/07/2025
Remembering the life and legacy of Sir David Nabarro, a visionary leader in global health, nutrition, and food systems.
Emerging Practices
New publication showcases emerging practices in operationalizing food systems transformation pathways
24/07/2025
A new Hub resource highlights good practices from over 20 countries to advance national food systems transformation pathways.
UN Food Systems Coalition of Action – Survey Summary Reports 2024-2025
22/07/2025
The UN Food Systems Coordination Hub has released the 2024 and 2025 Survey Summary Reports of the UNFSS Coalitions of Action. Based on responses from 18 and 19 active Coalitions respectively, the reports provide a comprehensive overview of their institutional development, key activities, and contributions to global, regional, and national food systems transformation efforts, as well as forward-looking suggestions in the lead-up to the UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake.
Stakeholders call for more inclusive and accountable food systems transformation in new UNFSS+4 report
21/07/2025

Four years since the UN Food Systems Summit launched a global movement to transform the world’s food systems—to make them more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable in support of the 2030 Agenda—the Independent Stakeholders’ Report for UNFSS+4 delivers a clear message: progress is underway, but food systems transformation must become more inclusive, better aligned with global commitments, and grounded in rights-based, accountable governance.

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National Dialogues advance climate–food convergence in Madagascar
21/07/2025
Madagascar brings food systems and climate priorities closer together through high-level national dialogue.
Nature at the helm
Nature at the helm
16/07/2025

Philip Lymbery, Global Chief Executive Officer at Compassion in World Farming and Board Member of the UN Food Systems Advisory Board, emphasises why the forthcoming UN Food Systems Summit + 4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4) signals a turning point for business leadership.

UNFSS 4 Registration
Final call: Registration for UNFSS+4 closes 18 July
14/07/2025
Registration for non-government participants for the UNFSS+4 Stocktake will close on Friday, 18 July 2025.
UNFSS 4 Information Note
Information Note for UNFSS+4 Stocktake now available
10/07/2025
The draft Information Note is now online—find all key details for attending the UNFSS+4 Stocktake in Addis Ababa.
On my plate
What's #OnMyPlate?
09/07/2025
Join the #OnMyPlate social media campaign ahead of the UNFSS+4 Stocktake — and share the story behind your plate.
UNFSS4 Prep
A defining moment: Preparing for UNFSS+4 and the future of food systems
02/07/2025
Hub Director Stefanos Fotiou reflects on why UNFSS+4 is a turning point for accelerating action and accountability in food systems.
Lao PDR
Lao People's Democratic Republic pioneers a Convergence Initiative to transform food systems and combat climate change
24/06/2025

Lao PDR launches the Hub's Convergence Initiative, a pioneering national program that integrates food systems transformation with climate action.

Youth Conference
New Op-Ed: Youth at the forefront of food systems transformation
27/06/2025

The Hub's Stefanos Fotiou and Nicole DePaula highlight youth-led food systems change in new Bangkok Post op-ed, “Youth Lead Food System Revolution.”

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Lead the change, feed the future
24/06/2025
Hub Director Stefanos Fotiou’s FMCG CEO article urges CEOs to lead fairer, greener food systems ahead of UNFSS+4.
Raising the Ambition on Food Systems Transformation at UNFSS+4 and COP30: The Hub's Role at the 5th Global Conference of the One Planet Network's Sustainable Food Systems Programme
23/06/2025
Held during the 5th Global Conference of the One Planet Network's Sustainable Food Systems Programme, this high-level plenary explored national leadership, financing, and inclusive governance for food systems transformation in the lead-up to UNFSS+4 and COP30.
UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4): Media Advisory
13/06/2025

UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4) co-hosted by the governments of Ethiopia and Italy
A Global Turning Point for Food, Climate, and Equity 
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 27–29 July 2025 

 

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN for UNFSS+4: Secure your spot for the second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)
13/06/2025
Secure your spot for the Second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)
Africa Regional Meeting
Africa Rallies for Resilient and Just Food Systems at UNFSS+4 Regional Preparatory Meeting
12/06/2025
From 5–7 May 2025, over 400 delegates from 36 countries across the continent gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, for the Africa Regional Preparatory Meeting of the UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake +4 (UNFSS+4).
Jordan Launches Joint Programme to Transform Agrifood Systems for Sustainability and Resilience
23/12/2024
The Ministry of Agriculture in Jordan, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), has launched a Joint SDG Fund-funded joint programme to transform Jordan's agrifood system towards greater sustainability and resilience.
Communities in Costa Rica working to transform their agri-food systems
09/04/2025
The joint programme "Empowering Communities in Sustainable Agri-Food Systems" is an initiative supported by the Joint SDG Fund and led by the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Costa Rica.