OVERVIEW AND UPDATES
About UNFSS+4
The 2nd United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) will take place July 27–29, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, co-hosted by Ethiopia and Italy. Building on the momentum of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) and the first Stocktake in 2023 (UNFSS+2), this event will reflect on global progress in food systems transformation, strengthen collaboration, and unlock finance and investments to accelerate action towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
With just five years remaining until 2030, UNFSS+4 will serve as a critical moment to reflect on national efforts, explore solutions, and mobilize stakeholders toward sustainable, resilient, and inclusive food systems.
KEY DATES AND STRUCTURE
- July 27-29 , 2025 | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The high-level opening will include participation from heads of state and government, and other global leaders.
A pre-summit session will also take place, where civil society – including youth, Indigenous groups, smallholder farmers, and women’s organizations – will lead discussions on the future of food systems transformation.
Why UNFSS+4 Matters
The 2021 UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) positioned food systems as a key lever for the sustainable development agenda. However, geopolitical challenges, ongoing conflicts, and the climate crisis have hindered progress. UNFSS+4 aims to address these challenges by reinforcing commitments made at previous summits, aligning global priorities, and accelerating practical solutions.
Building on UNFSS+2: The Call to Action
At UNFSS+2 in 2023, the UN Secretary-General issued a Call to Action for accelerated food systems transformation, urging governments and stakeholders to:
- Integrate food systems strategies into all national policies for sustainable development.
- Strengthen governance frameworks to engage all sectors and stakeholders.
- Invest in research, data, innovation and technology capacities, including stronger connections to science.
- Promote inclusive participation of women, youth, and Indigenous communities.
- Expand private sector engagement through sustainable business practices.
- Improve access to financing and concessional funding for food systems transformation.
Objectives of UNFSS+4
Reflecting on progress
Reflecting on achievements and identifying lessons learned, while analyzing the factors that have enabled success in various contexts. This will provide a foundation for understanding gaps and scaling transformative solutions.
Strengthening partnerships and tracking commitments
Advancing inclusive, rights-based collaboration and mutual accountability by aligning efforts, tracking progress, and engaging all actors—especially marginalized groups—to accelerate sustainable, resilient, and equitable food systems transformation.
Unlocking investments
Exploring opportunities for financing innovations and scaling solutions, with a focus on creating enabling environments, leveraging public-private partnerships, and mobilizing climate and development finance to support transformative actions at scale.
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Save the Date: Second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)
Save the Date: Second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)
27–29 July 2025
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
We are pleased to announce that the Second United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) will take place from 27 to 29 July 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, co-hosted by the Governments of Ethiopia and Italy.
Building on the progress of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit and the first Stocktaking Moment in 2023 (UNFSS+2), this second global Stocktake presents a critical opportunity to reaffirm commitments, share lessons learned, and assess our collective progress in the journey toward transforming food systems.
This pivotal three-day event will open with Action Day on 27 July—a dynamic and engaging launch designed to catalyze energy, foster collaboration, and accelerate partnerships across the food systems community. Action Day will feature a rich programme of side events, vibrant networking opportunities, and dedicated spaces for bilateral meetings, offering participants a chance to connect, exchange ideas, and build momentum ahead of the formal proceedings.
On 28 and 29 July, the Stocktake Meeting will convene Heads of State and Government, Ministers, and influential leaders and stakeholders from across sectors. Together, we will reflect on national and global efforts to transform food systems, identify opportunities for deeper collaboration, spotlight successful actions, and unlock the investments needed to drive forward meaningful and lasting change.
With just five years remaining in this decisive decade, UNFSS+4 will serve as a timely and action-oriented platform to sustain and accelerate the momentum toward food systems that are more sustainable, inclusive, equitable, and resilient.
Further information and logistical updates are accessible regularly via the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub UNFSS+4 webpage.
We warmly invite your participation and look forward to your continued commitment to shaping food systems that nourish people, support communities, and sustain our planet for generations to come.
