FAO

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is the largest specialized agency of the United Nations.

Its goal is to contribute to a higher standard of living worldwide, improve nutrition, and overcome hunger and malnutrition. It collects and publishes information on the global development of agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and the food industry to identify supply crises in a timely manner. It also develops food security strategies and promotes its own development programs and projects.