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Thu, 4 Jun 2015 15:40:40 +0200
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We would like to share with you some information on the work carried out by the Improved Global Governance for Hunger Reduction Programme, a partnership between the European Union and FAO. This Programme produces work on many topics that we have discussed on the FSN Forum over the last months.
Please feel free to circulate this information pack widely and please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.

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Wed, 3 Jun 2015 14:17:20 +0200
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Digest No. 1175

3 June 2015

Discussion 114

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Social protection for building resilience of forest dependent people

until 4 June 2015

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
Please find below the latest updates on the role of social protection in promoting and protecting the livelihood of forest-dependent people.
The online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-forestry> is approaching its end and we invite you to take advantage of these last days to share your thoughts, particularly on the questions raised by the facilitator.
This exchange

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Mon, 1 Jun 2015 16:59:32 +0200
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Digest No. 1174

1 June 2015

Discussion 115

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Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories.

until 5 June 2015

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Dear Colleagues,
As we enter the last week of discussion, we are happy to keep receiving your stories about initiatives which aim at improving the nutritional situation of the population in the South Asian region.
In your latest comments, you shared stories about introducing salt tolerant crop varieties to areas affected by flooding, about support given

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Fri, 29 May 2015 12:44:21 +0200
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Digest No. 1173

29 May 2015

Discussion 114

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Social protection for building resilience of forest dependent people

until 4 June 2015

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Dear Members and colleagues,
The latest contributions to this online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-forestry> are focusing on the best ways to protect and promote the livelihood of forest-dependent people.
Some think that it's better to support forest dependent people by offering them opportunities to take advantage of forest resources in commercial endeavors, instead of providing them with social protection and

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Thu, 28 May 2015 12:45:08 +0200
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Digest No. 1172

28 May 2015

Discussion 115

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Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories

until 5 June 2015

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Dear Colleagues,
The discussion is increasingly attracting comments and today we share with you the feedback from Alan Dangour<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/Alan-Dangour>, the facilitator.
In this digest you will also find the summaries of the latest contributions received.
In this discussion on Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories" organized in collaboration with the Leveraging Agriculture

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Wed, 27 May 2015 12:17:02 +0200
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27 March 2015

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The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2015

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you, that the 2015 edition of the State of Food Insecurity in the World <http://www.fao.org/hunger/en/> (SOFI 2015) was released today.
It takes stock of progress made towards achieving the internationally established Millennium Development Goal (MDG1) and World Food Summit hunger targets for every country and region as well as for the world as a whole.
The 2015 report not only estimates the progress already achieved, but also identifies remaining problems, and provides guidance on which

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Mon, 25 May 2015 15:58:19 +0200
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For Info

25 May 2015

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Call for good practices:
Harnessing the role of rural organisations in social protection

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Dear Members,
We would like to renew our invitation to take part in the global study “Harnessing the Role of Rural Organizations in Social Protection<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/rural-organisations-social-protection>" conducted by FAO's Social Protection Division.
The objective of this study is to build a knowledge base for policy makers and development practitioners to assess the potential for rural organisations to participate in the design, implementation and monitoring of social protection for the rural poor.
The study will identify and document existing

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Thu, 21 May 2015 17:16:29 +0200
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Digest No. 1171

21 May 2015

Discussion 115

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Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories

until 5 June 2015

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
Today we share with you the first comments received for the online discussion "Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/agriculture_innovations_nutrition>" organized in collaboration with the Leveraging Agriculture for Nutrition in South Asia (LANSA) programme.
Participants started sharing their examples of innovations and reflected on what is needed to make

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Tue, 19 May 2015 12:02:53 +0200
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Digest No. 1170

19 May 2015

Discussion 114

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Social protection for building resilience of forest dependent people

until 4 June 2015

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Dear Members,
The online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-forestry> on the role of social protection in promoting and protecting the livelihood of forest-dependent people kicked off and we share below the highlights as well as the feedback by Nyasha, the facilitator.
Participants so far focused particularly on vulnerabilities of forest dependent people. Are there examples of social protection tools targeting forest-dependent

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Mon, 18 May 2015 09:31:12 +0200
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Digest No. 1169

18 May 2015

Discussion 115

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Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition.
Share your success stories

until 5 June 2015

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion "Innovations in agriculture to improve nutrition. Share your success stories<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/agriculture_innovations_nutrition>" organized in collaboration with the Leveraging Agriculture for Nutrition in South Asia (LANSA) programme.
Join Professor M S Swaminathan and Dr. Alan Dangour in exploring local and grassroots-led innovations that have

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Fri, 15 May 2015 12:58:57 +0200
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Survey

15 May 2015

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FSN Forum Survey 2015

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Take the survey in English<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-EN> | Participez à l'enquête en français<https://fr.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-FR>
Tome la encuesta en español<https://es.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-ES> | Опрос доступен на Русском языке <https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-RU>

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Dear Members,
We really appreciate the over 120 responses already received to the FSN Forum survey!
The survey will close on Monday (18 May 2015) and you can still take part by following the links below for your preferred language:
Take the survey in English<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-EN> | Participez à l'enquête en français<https://fr.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-FR>
Tome la encuesta en español<https://es.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-ES> | Опрос доступен на Русском языке<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-RU>

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Tue, 12 May 2015 15:11:09 +0200
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Digest No. 1168

12 May 2015

Discussion 114

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Social protection for building resilience of forest dependent people

until 4 June 2015

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Dear Members,
Today we are launching an online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-forestry> on an innovative and challenging topic in the context of collaboration between the Forest Economics, Policy and Products Division (FOE), the Social Protection Division (ESP) and the Agricultural Development Economics Division (ESA).
We invite you to break new ground, exploring the role of social protection in promoting and

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Mon, 11 May 2015 14:05:51 +0200
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For Info

11 May 2015

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Call for good practices:
Harnessing the role of rural organisations in social protection

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Dear Members,
We would like to remind you of the chance to participate in the global study “Harnessing the Role of Rural Organizations in Social Protection<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/rural-organisations-social-protection>”, conducted by FAO's Social Protection Division (ESP).
The study will identify and document existing experiences and develop an inventory of good practices on the role of rural organizations in social protection.
The objective of this study is to build a knowledge base for policymakers and development practitioners to assess the potential

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Fri, 8 May 2015 17:10:48 +0200
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For Info

08 May 2015

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Online discussion:
The role of Agricultural Innovation Systems in Central Asia, the Caucasus and China for sustainable food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/eca/en>

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Dear Colleagues,
The FAO Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum) just launched a new online discussion “The role of Agricultural Innovation Systems in Central Asia and Caucasus countries and China towards sustainable food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/eca/en>”.
It will be available in English, Russian and Chinese on the regional web-site of the FSN Forum in Europe and Central Asia until 31 May 2015. The discussion was initiated by

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Tue, 5 May 2015 10:44:14 +0200
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Available also in ESPAÑOL<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/March_2015/e-bulletin-05_ES.pdf> • FRANÇAIS<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/March_2015/e-bulletin-05_FR.pdf> • РУССКИЙ<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/March_2015/e-bulletin-05_RU.pdf> • 中文<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/March_2015/e-bulletin-05_ZH.pdf> • العربية<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/March_2015/e-bulletin-05_AR.pdf>

e-bulletin • May 2015 • Issue No.5

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Welcome to FAO’s e-bulletin on the post-2015 development agenda. In this issue, we bring you news of a side event organised by the UN Rome-based agencies on financing SDG2 ahead of July’s Third International Conference on Financing for Development. Rural actors and agents of change are the focus of a feature article and photo gallery. Boubaker Ben-Belhassen, FAO post-2015 focal point, writes on the comprehensive approach to food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture of SDG2. We present a booklet

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Mon, 4 May 2015 13:06:04 +0200
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Survey

4 May 2015

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FSN Forum Survey 2015

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Take the survey in English<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-EN> | Participez à l'enquête en français<https://fr.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-FR>
Tome la encuesta en español<https://es.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-ES> | Опрос доступен на Русском языке<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSNForum2015-RU>

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Dear Members,
We would like to invite you to participate in this year’s FSN Forum survey.
Since its launch in 2007 the Forum has steadily grown into being a thriving online community. Over the years you have discussed over 120 challenging topics contributing to FAO’s food security and nutrition knowledge, policy making and governance processes.

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Tue, 28 Apr 2015 15:36:11 +0200
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For Info

28 April 2015

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Call for good practices:
Harnessing the role of rural organisations in social protection

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Dear Members,
The Social Protection Division (ESP) of FAO would like to invite you to participate to the global study “Harnessing the Role of Rural Organizations in Social Protection”, conducted under FAO’s strategic objective “Reduce Rural Poverty”.
The study aims to achieve a better understanding of local solutions and processes for providing social protection to the rural poor through formal and informal rural organizations, and how those can be harnessed for improving the targeting and coverage of

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Mon, 27 Apr 2015 16:33:26 +0200
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27 April 2015

Discussion 112

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Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems (SFSP)

until 30 April 2015

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Dear Members,
We would like to renew our invitation to the online consultation Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/sustainable-food-systems>.
You can take advantage of these last days to shape the draft concept note of the Programme and to contribute to an important stocktaking exercise of initiatives related to sustainable food systems.
In this

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Mon, 20 Apr 2015 17:45:13 +0200
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Digest No. 1167

20 April 2015

Discussion 113

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Online consultation on Climate Change, Food Security
and Nutrition

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Dear Members,
The discussion on Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> has now come to an end and we share below the latest contributions received.
The facilitator Florence Egal will prepare a summary of main outcomes of this lively exchange over the next few days.
The discussion received well over 70 contributions showing (quoting the latest participant's words) "the overwhelming complexity

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Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:21:32 +0200
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17 April 2015

Discussion 112

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Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems (SFSP)

Deadline extended until 30 April 2015

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Dear FSN Forum members,
We would like to inform you that the online consultation Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/sustainable-food-systems> has been extended.
The new deadline gives you time until 30 April 2015 to share comments and suggestions on a draft concept note of the Programme and to take part in

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Thu, 16 Apr 2015 11:08:50 +0200
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Digest No. 1166

16 April 2015

Discussion 113

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Online consultation on Climate Change, Food Security
and Nutrition

until 17 April 2015

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Dear Members,
A broad range of contributions on Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> came in over the past few days, please find the summaries and links below.
This discussion is contributing to a better understanding of the impact of climate change and to identify possible measures to protect and/or improve nutrition.
There is time until tomorrow

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Fri, 10 Apr 2015 16:16:03 +0200
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Digest No. 1165

10 April 2015

Discussion 113

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Online consultation on Climate Change, Food Security
and Nutrition

deadline extended until 17 April 2015

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Dear Members,
Please find below the latest contributions to the discussion on Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> .
We extended the deadline for a few more days, until 17 April, to allow for further contributions to come in before wrapping up.
As a reminder, the topic note<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> invites feedback on the following questions:
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Digest No. 1164

8 April 2015

Discussion 113

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Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition

until 14 April 2015

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Dear Members,
We share below a summary of the discussion so far prepared by the facilitator Florence Egal and an overview of the latest comments received.
This discussion on Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> aims at contributing to a better understanding of the impact of climate change and to identify possible measures to protect and/or improve nutrition.
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Digest No. 1163

7 April 2015

Discussion 112

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Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable
Food Systems (SFSP)

until 17 April 2015

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Dear Members,
The online consultation Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/sustainable-food-systems> has attracted many new comments over the last few days and we are happy to share them with you below.
FAO and UNEP invite you to share your opinions and inputs on the programme on sustainable food systems they

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Digest No. 1162

2 April 2015

Discussion 113

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Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the latest comments received for the online discussion Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn>.
Climate change is seen as a significant “hunger-risk multiplier” and unless severe measures are taken, it will be increasingly difficult and expensive to adapt to climate change. This discussion helps us build a better understanding of the

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Digest No. 1160

30 March 2015

Discussion 112

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Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition

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Dear Members,
The online discussion Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> is picking up speed and we are happy to share with you the first feedback of Florence Egal, the facilitator of this exchange.
This discussion is organized jointly with FAO's Mitigation of Climate Change in Agriculture Programme and aims at gaining a better understanding of the impact of climate

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Digest No. 1159

26 March 2015

Discussion 113

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Online consultation on Climate Change, Food Security
and Nutrition

until 14 April 2015

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you to first six comments received for the new online discussion Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> .
This discussion is organized jointly with FAO's Mitigation of Climate Change in Agriculture Programme<http://www.fao.org/climatechange/micca/88950/en/> and is facilitated by Florence Egal, senior food security and nutrition expert.
Climate change is seen as a significant

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Digest No. 1158

24 March 2015

Discussion 113

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Online consultation on Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition

until 14 April 2015

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/climate-change-and-fsn> .
This discussion is organized jointly with FAO's Mitigation of Climate Change in Agriculture Programme<http://www.fao.org/climatechange/micca/88950/en/> and is facilitated by Florence Egal, senior food security and nutrition expert.
Climate change is seen as a significant “hunger-risk multiplier” and unless

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Digest No. 1157

18 March 2015

Discussion 112

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Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable
Food Systems (SFSP)

until 17 April 2015

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Dear Members,
The online consultation Towards the Development of the Programme on Sustainable Food Systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/sustainable-food-systems> is already attracting comments and feedback and we would like to renew our invitation to take part in this important process.
FAO and UNEP are jointly developing a programme on sustainable food systems and are seeking your inputs on

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17 March 2015

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Reminder: Opinion Survey on CFS Effectiveness

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Dear Members,

As you might already know, the Committee on World Food Security (CFS)<http://www.fao.org/cfs/cfs-home/en/> is currently running an online survey to provide your perception of the effectiveness of its work.

We really appreciate the over 100 responses already received and take this opportunity to encourage all of you to participate and adding your views and insights.

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16 March 2015

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ONLINE LEARNING EVENT
Climate Change, Food Security and Nutrition

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Dear Members,

Over the next decades, climate change is going to add to the challenge of securing food and nutrition of a growing population.

To raise awareness on this important issue and to contribute to the understanding of the impacts of climate change on food systems, the FSN Forum joined forces with the Mitigation of Climate Change in Agriculture (MICCA) Programme<http://www.fao.org/climatechange/micca/en/> to organize a learning event which will include:

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27 February 2015

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Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition
HLPE e-consultation to set the track of the study

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has extended the deadline of the e-consultation on Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/Sustainable-Forestry-Scope>.
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Digest No. 1155

17 February 2015

Discussion 111

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Examining the linkages between trade and food security: what is your experience?

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Dear Members,
The discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> has now come to an end and we would like to share with you the closing note by Susan Bragdon and Ekaterina Krivonos who facilitated this exchange.
We take this opportunity to also summarize the latest eight comments that you sent during

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16 February 2015

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Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition – HLPE
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Dear Members,
We would like to renew our invitation to the online consultation Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/Sustainable-Forestry-Scope>, part of the drafting process of the latest High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) report.
At its 41st session in October 2014, the Committe on World Food Security (CFS) has requested the HLPE to prepare a study on Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition, to feed into CFS debates at the Plenary session

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Digest No. 1154

12 February 2015

Discussion 111

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Examining the linkages between trade and food security: what is your experience?

until 13 February 2015

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Dear Members,
Our discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> is slowly coming to a conclusion. Since the last digest you have sent us 12 new insightful comments, which we would like to share with you below.
Early next week we will be back with the closing remarks

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Digest No. 1153

9 February 2015

Discussion 111

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New extended deadline: 13 February 2015

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Dear Members,
We are happy to see that the online discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> keeps attracting interesting comments.
In order to accommodate a series of your request for more time, we are glad to extend the deadline until Friday, 13 February 2015.
We

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Digest No. 1152

6 February 2015

Discussion 111

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Examining the linkages between trade and food security: what is your experience?

until 9 February 2015

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Dear Members,
Our online discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> keeps attracting insightful comments, which we share with you in this digest together with the latest feedback from Susan Bragdon, the facilitator of the discussion.
We live in a world largely dominated by trade. It is impossible

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4 February 2015

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Rural radio and community media: empowering rural youth for resilient livelihoods and improved food and nutrition security

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Dear Members,
We would like to draw your attention to the online discussion just launched on our West Africa platform which aims at exploring the role of radio and community media in empowering rural youth and improving livelihoods and food security and nutrition. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/west-africa/rural-radio>
This discussion is promoted by FAO and AMARC (the World Association of Community Radio Broadcasters) in the context of World Radio Day 2015<http://www.diamundialradio.org/?q=en>.
Community media and rural radio can play

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Digest No. 1151

3 February 2015

Discussion 111

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Examining the linkages between trade and food security: what is your experience?

until 9 February 2015

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Dear Members,
We reached the final week of the discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> and today we share with you a particularly rich digest with the latest comments and the reflections shared by the two facilitators of the discussion, Susan Bragdon and Ekaterina Krivonos.
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30 January 2015

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Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition – HLPE
e-consultation to set the track of the study

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Dear Members,
We would like to extend to you an invitation to an online consultation, part of the drafting process of the latest High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) report.
At its 41st session in October 2014, the Committe on World Food Security (CFS) has requested the HLPE to prepare a study on Sustainable Forestry for Food Security and Nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/Sustainable-Forestry-Scope>, to feed into CFS debates at the Plenary session of October 2017.
As part

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Digest No. 1150

29 January 2015

Discussion 111

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until 9 February 2015

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Dear Members,
Over the last days we have received many new contributions on the linkages between trade and food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security>.
Summarized below, we share with you insightful comments exploring how trade agreements and rules have affected the four dimensions of food security and how coherence between food security measures and trade rules can be

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Digest No. 1149

23 January 2015

Discussion 111

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until 9 February 2015

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Dear Members,
The new online discussion Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security> has already attracted interesting comments, which are summarized below.
We would also like to share the welcome messages of the facilitators Susan Bragdon and Ekaterina Krivonos and renew our invitation to send us your views on

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Digest No. 1148

19 January 2015

Discussion 111

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Examining the linkages between trade and food security:
What is your experience?

Until 9 February 2015

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to our new online discussion: Examining the linkages between trade and food security: What is your experience?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/examining-linkages-between-trade-and-food-security>
Trade agreements and rules can influence food security in many ways, both positively and negatively. The relationship is complex and views about the effect of trade rules and agreements on

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Sustainable agricultural development for food security and nutrition, including the role of livestock – HLPE e-consultation to set the track of the study

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has extended the deadline of the e-consultation on Sustainable agricultural development for food security and nutrition, including the role of livestock<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/Sust-Agr-Dev-Livestock-scope>.
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e-bulletin • December 2014 • Issue No.4

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Welcome to FAO’s e-bulletin on the post-2015 development agenda. In this issue, we bring you up to date on what’s been happening in 2014 and events planned in 2015 through 10 key elements. Jomo Kwame Sundaram, FAO Assistant Director-General, describes the inextricable link between food security and sustainable development in a video interview. And after rounding up the latest events related to post-2015, we present FAO’s themes in sustainable development through an infographic and a photo gallery.
– FAO’s

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Season's Greetings

December 2014

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Dear Members,
2014 is coming to a close and we can look back on a successful year of lively discussions. Together we covered lots of ground, discussing challenging topics and taking part in important events and initiatives.
We would like to warmly thank all of you who made this possible and whish you and your loved ones a happy festive season and all the best for 2015.
The FSN Forum Team

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Digest No. 1147

23 December 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you the closing remarks of Stefano Marras, the facilitator of the discussion Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
Stefano summarises the main issues pertaining the nexus between street food and urban agriculture emerged in the contributions received

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Digest No. 1146

19 December 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

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Dear Members,
First of all let us thank you for all the interesting and insightful comments you shared during this online discussion on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
Today we would like to share with you the latest comments received. Please find their summaries and the links to the full

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Digest No. 1145

11 December 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

until 12 December 2014

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Dear Members,
During these last days the discussion on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA> has attracted many new, interesting comments.
The discussion closes tomorrow, so please take advantage of the time left to share your comments and insights on how to support stronger cross linkages between

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Digest No. 1144

8 December 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

Until 12 December 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the latest comment by Stefano Marras, facilitator of the discussion on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
Stefano develops on some of the points shared by you so far and ask you to help

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Digest No. 1143

5 December 2014

Discussion 110

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Until 12 December 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below a comment by Stefano Marras, facilitator of the discussion on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
Feel free to share your opinion on how we can support stronger cross linkages between food hawking and

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Digest No. 1142

4 December 2014

Discussion 110

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until 12 December 2014

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Dear Members,
We are happy to share with you the latest comments on the current online discussion on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
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3 December 2014

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Sustainable agricultural development for food security and nutrition, including the role of livestock – HLPE e-consultation to set the track of the study

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Dear Members,
We would like to extend to you the invitation to an online consultation, part of the drafting process of the latest High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) report.
At its 41st session in October 2014, the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has requested the HLPE to prepare a study

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Digest No. 1141

2 December 2014

Discussion 110

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until 12 December 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below six new contributions on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
We invite you to share your opinion on how we can support stronger cross linkages between food hawking and the growing of food in

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Digest No. 1140

28 November 2014

Discussion 110

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until 8 December 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below three new contributions on Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA>.
Gisèle and Cecilia comment on the links between street food vendors and local urban farmers, while Lisa's input is on incentives for motivating street

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Digest No. 1139

25 November 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

until 8 December 2014

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Dear Members,
We are happy to share with you the first comments received for this new online discussion.
Participants are contributing their views on the importance of street food and on the role of urban agriculture and horticulture as provider of safe, fresh and cheap produce.
We join Stefano Marras,

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19-21 November 2014

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Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2)

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
The Second Conference on Nutrition (ICN2)<http://www.fao.org/about/meetings/icn2/en/> is talking place these days in FAO headquarters in Rome.
As the first global conference on this important topic in over 20 years, it brings together senior national policymakers from agriculture, health and other relevant ministries and agencies, with leaders of United Nations agencies and other intergovernmental organizations and civil society, including non-governmental organizations, researchers, the private sector and consumers.
The conference will review progress made towards improving nutrition since 1992, reflect on nutrition problems

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Digest No. 1138

17 November 2014

Discussion 110

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Street food and urban and periurban agriculture and horticulture: perspectives for a strategic coalition towards food security

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Dear Members,
Street foods<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/Street_food_UPA> in urban areas are often the most accessible means of obtaining an affordable meal for millions of consumers every day and urban and periurban agriculture can provide street food vendors with the required local, fresh, nutritious and less expensive ingredients.
Stefano Marras, sociologist at the University

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Dear Members,

We would like to share with you some information on the partnership between the European Union and FAO. This programme woks on many topics that have been discussed on the FSN Forum over the last months.

Please feel free to share this information pack with your colleagues and do not hesitate to get in touch with us.

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Dear Members,

Please note that yesterday’s message reported a wrong deadline. The new deadline is the 7th November 2014.

Best regards,

FSN Forum Team

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29 October 2014

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Extension of deadline: HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report on Water and food security

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Extension of deadline: HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report on Water and food security

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We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has extended the deadline of the e-consultation on the V0 draft of the study: Water and food security. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/water-food-security-v0>
You have now time until the 7th December to share your comments and suggestions.
The inputs

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21 October 2014

Dear FSN Forum Members,

We would like to share with you an update on the activities currently taking place on the FSN Forum's regional platforms for West Africa and for Europe and Central Asia.

We also renew our invitation to comment on the V0 draft of the Report on Water and Food Security which is being prepared by the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS).

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16 October 2014 - World Food Day

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The State of Food and Agriculture 2014

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Dear FSN Forum Members,

This year’s World Food Day <http://www.fao.org/world-food-day/home/en/?utm_source=faohomepage&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=featurebar> is dedicated to Family Farming: “Feeding the world, caring for the earth”.
To mark this date, FAO released today its flagship publication The State of Food and Agriculture 2014: Innovation in family farming. The report analyses family farms and the role of innovation in ensuring global food security, poverty reduction and environmental sustainability. It argues that family farms must be supported to innovate in ways that promote sustainable intensification of

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13 October 2014

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The 41st Session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS)

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Dear Members,
We are pleased to inform you that the 41st Session of CFS<http://bit.ly/1p5xmYv> is taking place from today through to 18 October 2014 at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
This Session of CFS <http://bit.ly/1p5xmYv> will cover many themes which we discussed with you on the FSN Forum during the last year.

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Digest No. 1138

9 October 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

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Dear Members,
To mark the closure of the online discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2> we share with you the recap written by the discussion's facilitator Danielle Nierenberg and the summaries of the last comments received.
This discussion is one of the many initiatives that are taking place worldwide in

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8 October 2014

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Water and food security – HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has just launched an e-consultation on the V0 draft of the study: Water and food security. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/water-food-security-v0>
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Digest No. 1137

6 October 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
Many new contributions have been posted over the few last days to the online discussion The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2> Please find the summaries and links below.
Feel free to keep sharing your thoughts and experiences, enriching the dialogue around family farming issues.
We remind

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Digest No. 1136

3 October 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the latest contributions to the discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2>
We encourage you to take advantage of these last few days to share your ideas on this topic. What can be done to help cultivate the next generation of family farmers

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Digest No. 1135

30 September 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the latest contributions to the discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2> carried out in the context of the 2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF).
Participants are sharing their inputs on experiences made in Niger, India, Burkina

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29 September 2014

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Survey "Regional consultative process with civil society organizations and other stakeholders"

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If you work in a civil society organisation or are interested to share the experience you had with the civil society we invite you to take part in the Online Survey.
This survey is initiated by the FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU) and it is supported by the FAO Global Forum on Food

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Digest No. 1134

25 September 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

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Dear Members,
Today we share feedback by Danielle Nierenberg, the facilitator of the discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2>.
Danielle summarizes the latest contributions received and we join her in inviting you to keep sending your comments.
What can be done to help cultivate the next generation of family farmers and

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Digest No. 1133

23 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the contributions shared over the last few days on policy outreach and communications for food security and nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>
The discussion closes today but we welcome further feedback: all inputs received will be consolidated in a summary of recommendations and examples on how to improve the

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Digest No. 1132

22 September 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
The discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2> continues to attract comments.
Below we summarize the latest contributions received and renew our invitation to take part in this interesting discussion carried out in the context of the 2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF).
What

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Digest No. 1131

19 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the new contributions to the discussion on policy outreach and communications for food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>.
The discussion has received a lot of interesting feedback on what really works for successful policy outreach and communication on food security and nutrition.
We invite you to take

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Digest No. 1130

18 September 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the first messages that kicked off the online discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2>
The future of agriculture is in the hands of women and youth and it is particularly important to improve their opportunities and make

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Digest No. 1129

17 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

Until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below feedback by the facilitators of the discussion on policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>
A great deal of information on food security and nutrition aims at contributing to policy making. However, this information is not always used

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16 September 2014

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The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you, that the 2014 edition of
The State of Food Insecurity in the World <http://bit.ly/oWxKfA> was released today.
SOFI 2014 presents updated estimates of undernourishment and progress towards the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) and World Food Summit (WFS) hunger targets.
The 2014 report also presents further insights into the suite of food security indicators introduced in 2013 and analyses in greater depth the dimensions of food security – availability, access, stability and utilization.
In addition,

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Digest No. 1128

15 September 2014

Discussion 109

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The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers

Until 6 October 2014

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion on The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FF2>
The 2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF) focuses attention on the role of family farming in eradicating hunger and poverty and aims at identifying policies and interventions

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Digest No. 1127

12 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below three new contributions to the discussion on policy outreach and communications for food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>.
The purpose of this discussion is to collect examples and recommendations for successful policy outreach and communication on food security and nutrition.
Most food security and nutrition information is

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Digest No. 1126

9 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
The latest contributions to the discussion on policy outreach and communications for food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>, summarized below, propose ways to help decision makers understand the food security and nutrition situation and act accordingly.
We look forward to more stories and recommendations on how to improve the uptake

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Digest No. 1125

5 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below two contributions and the comments by the facilitators of the discussion on policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>
A great deal of food security and nutrition (FSN) information targets decision makers and aims at

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Digest No. 1125

2 September 2014

Discussion 108

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Policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level?

Until 23 September 2014

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to our new online discussion on policy outreach and communications - what works for improving food security and nutrition at the country level? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/FSN_comms>
A great deal of resources have been invested in producing food security and nutrition information (FSN)

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26 August 2014

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Right to Food Forum online discussion:
"Natural resources governance and the right to adequate food"

Until 11 September 2014

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to forward the invitation to a new online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/righttofood/> currently taking place on the Right to Food Forum.
The discussion focuses on the role that natural resources governance has for the realization of the right to food.
You can read the full invitation letter with the background and

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Digest No. 1124

8 August 2014

Discussion 107

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Invitation to an open discussion on the ICN2 Framework for Action zero draft to implement the Rome Declaration on Nutrition

Until 17 August 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the first responses to the invitation to comment on the ICN2 Framework for Action zero draft.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-FFA>
Further to two rounds of online discussions on the draft Declaration held earlier this year, we would like to invite you to share your comments and

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4 August 2014

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Right to Food Forum online discussion:
"Nutrition, education and awareness raising developments in the progressive realization of the right to adequate food"

Until 19 August 2014

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Dear Members,
We are happy to extend to you a cordial invitation to a new online discussion<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/righttofood/> taking place on the Right to Food Forum.
The discussion explores the role of nutrition, education and awareness raising developments for the realization of the right to adequate food.
In

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Digest No. 1123

31 July 2014

Discussion 107

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Invitation to an open discussion on the ICN2 Framework for Action zero draft to implement the Rome Declaration on Nutrition

Until 17 August 2014

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
The Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2) is now only a few months away and we continue the series of online discussions feeding into the event.
To follow up on two rounds of online discussions on the draft Declaration held earlier this year,

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Digest No. 1122

25 July 2014

Discussion 106

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Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines

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Dear Members,
The discussion Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/righttofood> is now closed and we share below the concluding remarks by the Right to Food Team.
We thank participants and remind you that the contributions received are available online<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/righttofood> and in the proceedings document. <https://home.fao.org/dana/download/PROCEEDINGS_RTF.docx?url=/dana-cached/fb/smb/wfv.cgi?t=b&v=1&si=&ri=&pi=&ignoreDfs=1&dir=106_RightToFood&file=PROCEEDINGS_RTF.docx>
We take this chance to let you know that new discussions on the Right to Food will be taking

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Digest No. 1121

18 July 2014

Discussion 106

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Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines

until 22 July 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below three new contributions to the discussion Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/righttofood>.
We invite you to take advantage of these few last days to share your views on the first 10 years of implementation of the Right to Food Guidelines. What can we learn from to

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Digest No. 1120

14 July 2014

Discussion 106

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Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines

until 22 July 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below three contributions to the discussion Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/righttofood>.
The Right to Food Guidelines were adopted in November 2014 and provide practical guidance on how the human right to adequate food can be realized. What can we learn from the first 10 years of

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Digest No. 1119

8 July 2014

Discussion 106

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Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines

Until 22 July 2014

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Dear Members,
Please join our new online discussion Renew the commitment: Ten-Year Retrospective on the Right to Food Guidelines<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/righttofood>
10 years ago FAO member states adopted unanimously the Right to Food Guidelines, which provide practical guidance on how the human right to adequate food can be realized. What can we learn from the first 10 years

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Digest No. 1118

2 July 2014

Discussion 105

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Nutrition education as a strategy to strenghten family farming households and improve people's diets

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to our new discussion on Nutrition education as a strategy to strengthen family farming households and improve people's diets. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-education>
Nutrition education has an enormous potential to improve diets of farming families and general public who consume their produce.
Are you aware of programmes aiming

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Post-2015 development agenda update:
Proposed targets and indicators related to food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture

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Dear Members,
We are pleased to inform you of the release of proposed targets and indicators related to food security, nutrition and sustainable agriculture developed by FAO, IFAD and WFP – the Rome-based Agencies (RBAs) – to provide technical support to the post-2015 development agenda.
Inspired by the five elements of the UN Secretary General’s Zero Hunger Challenge, the targets and indicators<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/Targets_and_indicators_RBA_joint_proposal.pdf> reflect the common activities of the three United Nations Rome-based Agencies (RBAs).
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Available also in ESPAÑOL<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/e-bulletin-03_ES.pdf> • FRANÇAIS<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/e-bulletin-03_FR.pdf> • РУССКИЙ<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/e-bulletin-03_RU.pdf> • 中文<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/e-bulletin-03_ZH.pdf> • العربية<http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/post-2015/E-bulletin/e-bulletin-03_AR.pdf>

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Welcome to FAO’s e-bulletin on the post-2015 development agenda, the process designed to craft a successor framework to the Millennium Development Goals. In this issue, we feature proposed targets and indicators for FAO’s 14 priority themes for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), hear from Maria Helena Semedo, Deputy Director-General for Natural Resources, who describes FAO’s post-2015 focus in a video interview, and pick out six innovative ways of engaging in the process.
– FAO’s Post-2015 team

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30 May 2014

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Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Dear participants,
We would like to express our gratitude to all that took part in the online discussion on the Zero Draft of the Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises (CFS-A4A)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CFS-A4A> sharing your ideas, insights and experiences.
Your comments have been of great value and have given additional inputs to refine the First Draft. They are being carefully reviewed by the Technical Support Team/CFS Secretariat, and suggestions made will be taken into consideration to the extent possible.

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Digest No. 1117

23 May 2014

Discussion 103

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REMINDER: Invitation to comment on the revised draft of the political outcome document of the Second International Conference on Nutrition

Open until 28 May 2014

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We would like to renew our invitation to take part in commenting on the revised draft of the political outcome document<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2_revised_draft> of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2).
Through this online discussion the FAO/WHO Joint Secretariat invites you to provide comments

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Digest No. 1116

20 May 2014

Discussion 102

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Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the first two comments on the draft Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CFS-A4A>.
People living in a protracted crisis situation are affected by particularly severe and persistent food insecurity and malnutrition.
Through this online discussion the authors of the Agenda for Action

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Digest No. 1115

19 May 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

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Dear Members,
The call for the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities> is coming to a close and we would like to share with you below the latest comments received.
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Digest No. 1114

14 May 2014

Discussion 103

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Invitation to comment on the revised draft of the political outcome document of the Second International Conference on Nutrition

Consultation open from 14 to 24 May 2014

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
The process of developing the political outcome document of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2)<http://www.fao.org/about/meetings/icn2/en/> is progressing well.
A revised draft of the political outcome document<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/sites/default/files/files/103_ICN2_draft1/Draft_EN_Rome_Declaration_12May.pdf> (12 May 2014) is now available for comment.
In the previous online discussion

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Digest No. 1113

12 May 2014

Discussion 102

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Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Dear Members,
Protracted crises situations are those in which food insecurity and malnutrition are particularly severe, persistent and at scale. Sharing many key characteristics, underlying causes can include natural and human made disasters, food and financial crises and often affect populations simultaneously.
CFS is developing the Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises (CFS-A4A):

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Digest No. 1112

9 May 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

Deadline extended until 20 May 2014

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Dear Members,
Below we share with you the comments of five Members participating in the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities>.
Nutrition, especially of children and women, is emerging as an issue that should be prominently included in future CFS activities. At the same time, participants are calling for reinforcing the

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Digest No. 1111

6 May 2014

Discussion 100

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Social farming (also called care farming): an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, decent rural employment and social inclusion.
What works in developing countries?

Until 16 May 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below feedback by the facilitator of the discussion on Social / Care Farming. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/care-farming>
Hajnalka comments the latest contributions and encourages you to take advantage of the new deadline, extended until 16 May.
Social/Care Farming is a truly

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Digest No. 1110

5 May 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

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Dear Members,
In today's digest we send you the seven latest comments received for the online discussion on the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities>.
Participants are sharing interesting suggestions for future CFS work, including issues such as sustainable agricultural practises, GMOs, land tenure, agro-ecology, food security of infants and food security governance.


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Digest No. 1109

30 April 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

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We would like to share with you the two latest comments received for the online discussion on the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities>.
Please join our previous contributors in providing suggestions to the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) on what food security and nutrition issues CFS should address in

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Digest No. 1108

29 April 2014

Discussion 100

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Care farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, decent rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries?

Until 6 May 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below an update of the discussion on Care farming <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/care-farming> with an overview of the latest contributions received.
Care farming (or social farming) is a new concept and can be defined as a farming practice that uses agricultural resources to provide social

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Digest No. 1108

25 April 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you the first comments received for the new online discussion to support the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities>.
Participants responded to the invitation of CFS to provide suggestions on what food security and nutrition issues should be addressed by the Committee in the biennium 2016-2017 and

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Digest No. 1107

23 April 2014

Discussion 100

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Care farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, decent rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries?

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Dear Members,
Please find an update on the online discussion on Care Farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/care-farming>
Care farming (or social farming) is a new concept and while there are examples in Europe, also mentioned

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Digest No. 1106

22 April 2014

Discussion 101

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Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017

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Dear Members,
We are happy to join the Secretariat of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) in inviting you to an online discussion to support the Selection and Prioritization of CFS Activities for the Biennium 2016-2017<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/cfs-priorities>.
The Chair of the Open-Ended Working Group on CFS Multi-Year Programme of Work and Priorities, Luca Fratini (Italy) asks you

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Digest No. 1105

17 April 2014

Discussion 100

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Care farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, decent rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries?

Until 6 May 2014

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We are sharing below the first comments to the online discussion on Care Farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/care-farming>
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What Future for Irrigated Agriculture in Central Asia?

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We are happy to announce that we just launched an online discussion on the Future for Irrigated Agriculture in Central Asia<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/eca/en>, the first on the new FSN Forum in Europe and Central Asia, and would like to invite all those interested in the topic and the region to take part.

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Digest No. 1104

15 April 2014

Discussion 100

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We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion on
Care Farming: an innovative approach for promoting women’s economic empowerment, rural employment and social inclusion. What works in developing countries? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/care-farming>
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Digest No. 1103

11 April 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

discussion closed

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Dear Members,
On behalf of FAO/WFP Joint Secretariat we would like to thank all participants for their active involvement and their insightful comments on the political outcome document of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2). <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome>
The online discussion gathered a wide range of views, allowing this process to be highly participatory and benefit from

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Digest No. 1102

3 April 2014

Discussion 99

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The future of food security and climate change in Viet Nam, Malawi and Zambia: scenarios, outlooks and challenges in the next 30 years

Online discussion open until 9 April 2014

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Dear FSN Forum members,
Below is an overview of the discussion The future of food Security and climate Change in Viet Nam, Malawi and Zambia: scenarios, outlooks and challenges in the next 30 years<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/epic>, promoted by FAO's EPIC<http://www.fao.org/climatechange/epic/home/en/> team.
Stakeholders of

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26 March 2014

Discussion 99

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The future of food security and climate change in Viet Nam, Malawi and Zambia: scenarios, outlooks and challenges in the next 30 years

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Dear FSN Forum members,
We would like to draw the attention of those of you with a special interest in Viet Nam, Malawi and Zambia to a new discussion on:
The future of food security and climate change in Viet Nam, Malawi and

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Digest No. 1101

21 March 2014

Discussion 98

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Questionnaire on the food security commitment and capacity profile proposed by FAO - updated information

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Dear Member,
Today we would like to renew our invitation to the online survey prepared by our colleagues in FAO's Statistics Division who are currently working on introducing a Food Security Commitment and Capacity Index.
The index is based on the FAO Food Security Commitment and Capacity

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Digest No. 1099

18 March 2014

Discussion 98

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Questionnaire on the food security commitment and capacity profile proposed by FAO

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Dear Member,
Today we would like to invite you to a further online survey prepared by our colleagues in FAO's Statistics Division, who are currently working on introducing a Food Security Commitment and Capacity Profile (FSCCP).
The aim of the profile is to provide a quick but comprehensive view of

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Digest No. 1098

17 March 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members,
We share below the latest comments received, reminding you that there are a few more days ahead to comment on the political outcome document of the ICN2. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome>
How should the political outcome document of the upcoming International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2) look like? How would you improve the proposed Zero Draft?


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Digest No. 1097

11 March 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to share with you the latest comments received from you following the Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome>
In this discussion the ICN2 Secretariat calls on your expertise to help them gather wide public opinion and views on how the political

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Digest No. 1096

7 March 2014

Discussion 98

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Questionnaire: Proposed FAO Suite of Indicators for Global Monitoring of Food Security and Nutrition

Until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to thank you for your strong participation in this survey on the proposed new aggregated food security and nutrition index. In this first week we already received over 110 responses from all around the world.
This feedback will be of great importance for

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Digest No. 1095

6 March 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members,
The Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2 <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome> is attracting interesting feedback; please find the comments received summarized below and click on the links to read more.
The aim of this discussion is to gather wide public opinion and views on how the political outcome

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e-bulletin • March 2014 • Issue No.2

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Welcome to FAO’s e-bulletin on the Post-2015 Development Agenda, the process to design a successor framework to the Millennium Development Goals. In this new issue, we feature FAO’s involvement in the final “stocktaking” session of the Open Working Group (OWG) on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), present a series of new initiatives in the process and unveil FAO’s new webpages dedicated to post-2015 and the MDGs.
– FAO’s Post-2015 team

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Digest No. 1094

3 March 2014

Discussion 98

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Proposed FAO Suite of Indicators for Global Monitoring of Food Security and Nutrition

Until 21 March 2014

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Dear Member,
We would like to invite you to take part in a survey to support FAO's Statistics Division important work on a new Food Security and Nutrition Index.
The FAO Statistics Division has recently developed a new suite of indicators for monitoring Food Security and Nutrition at the

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28 February 2014

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FSN Forum Survey 2014

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Dear Members,
As you already know, the FSN Forum has initiated a process of reviewing its strategy aimed at achieving an increased alignment with current food security and nutrition goals. As a part of this strategy review the FSN Forum is conducting a survey, ensuring a strong participatory approach in the FSN Forum decision making.
We would like to thank our members who took

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Digest No. 1093

26 February 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

Until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members,
Please find below the first responses to the Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2 <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome>
Interested members can take the opportunity to comment on the zero draft political outcome document already available. This document will be further developed by a Joint Working Group (JWG) of

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Digest No. 1092

25 February 2014

Discussion 96

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Focusing on Rural Women in a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Framework

until 26 February 2014

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Dear Members,
With just one day left to this discussion exploring the role of rural women in ensuring food security and proper nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/rural-women-SDG> we would like to share with you the latest comments received.
In the context of the post-2015 development agenda process and the definition of the upcoming Sustainable Development Goals, we invite you to

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Digest No. 1091

24 February 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

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Dear Members,
The discussion on the Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI) <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI> is now closed and we are sharing below a thank you note by Christina Blank, chair of CFS RAI Open Ended Working Group, who promoted this online exchange.
We would also like to thank the numerous contributors that participated over the last few days. Please click on the names to access their

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Digest No. 1090

21 February 2014

Discussion 97

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Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2

Until 21 March 2014

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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We would like to invite you to to take part in the new online discussion organized in preparation of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2): Invitation to an open discussion on the political outcome document of the ICN2<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/ICN2-political-outcome>
The aim of this discussion is to gather wide public opinion

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Digest No. 1089

18 February 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

until 20 February 2014

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Dear Members,
The discussion on the Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI> is coming to a close with only two days left. Today we would like to share the latest comments received and renew our invitation to share your views and inputs on this important topic.
Results of this discussion will complement the outcomes of the Regional consultations and will feed

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Digest No. 1088

14 February 2014

Discussion 96

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Focusing on Rural Women in a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Framework

until 26 February 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the latest contributions we received exploring the role of rural women in ensuring food security and proper nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/rural-women-SDG>.
Last week experts have discussed in New York how to best ensure that the upcoming Sustainable Development Goals make rural women a priority and with this online discussion we

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13 February 2014

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Dear Member!
The Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum) has expanded considerably since its launch in 2007 becoming today a thriving community of practitioners and experts worldwide. Over the past years, the FSN Forum has been increasingly involved as a key partner in food security and nutrition policy making and governance processes, having discussed over 110 challenging topics.

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Digest No. 1087

10 February 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

until 20 February 2014

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Dear Members,
We share below a wide range of comments on the Zero Draft of the Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI>.
In some cases, these contributions represent consolidated responses of more than one organisation, showing the high level of interest for this important topic.
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Digest No. 1086

7 February 2014

Discussion 96

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Focusing on Rural Women in a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Framework

until 16 February 2014

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Dear Members,
This new topic kicked off strongly and we thank the ten participants below who shared their views on Rural Women in a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) framework<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CS-PS-Nutrition>.
Gender equality and women’s empowerment is one of the key themes being discussed this week in New York at the Eighth session of the Open Working Group

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Digest No. 1085

5 February 2014

Discussion 96

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Focusing on Rural Women in a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Framework

Until 16 February 2014

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Dear Members,
Rural women across the world play a key role in supporting their households and communities in achieving food and nutrition security, generating income, and improving rural livelihoods and overall well-being.
Gender equality and women’s empowerment is one of the key themes being discussed this week in New York at the Eighth session of the

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Digest No. 1084

31 January 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

until 20 February 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you some new comments received for the online discussion on the Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI>.
This discussion aims at making the Principles for Responsible Agriculture Investments as comprehensive and meaningful as possible, by seeking your comments and suggestions on the Zero Draft. Investing responsibly in agriculture is essential for reducing poverty,

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Digest No. 1083

23 January 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

until 3 February 2014

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Dear Members,
The online discussion on the Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI) <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI> continues to attract comments and we thank Abdul Razak Ayazi<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/contributions/re-principles-responsible-agricultural-investments-3> from the Embassy of Afghanistan in Italy, Botir Dosov<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/contributions/re-principles-responsible-agricultural-investments-4> from CACAARI in Uzbekistan and Oxfam International<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/contributions/re-principles-responsible-agricultural-investments-5> for taking part and sharing their inputs.
Investing responsibly in agriculture is essential for reducing poverty, creating decent employment opportunities, enhancing

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22 January 2014

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Water and food security – HLPE e-consultation to set the track of the study

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has just launched an e-consultation on the scope of the study: Water and food security. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/water-food-security-scope>
The consultation aims to seek views, feedback and comments on the proposed scope and building blocks of the study. The full introduction

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Dear FSN Forum Participants,
We have come to the end of our online discussion on Mainstreaming Food Security into Peacebuilding Processes<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/protracted-crises/>. We wish to thank all who took the time to participate for your thoughtful and stimulating inputs, which will nourish the Agenda for Action for Addressing Food Security in Protracted Crises (CFS-A4A) to be submitted to the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) at its October meeting.
In our message of 19 December 2013, we summarised the key messages and principles emerging from the discussion at that point. Since then, we have had rich, experience-based contributions from Henk-Jan

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Digest No. 1082

16 January 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

until 3 February 2014

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the first messages that kicked off our current online discussion on Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI>.
This discussion aims at allowing the widest possible number of stakeholders to comment on a first v0 draft<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/sites/default/files/files/95_RAI/CFS_rai_Zero_Draft_01_August_2013_EN.pdf> of the Principles in order to make them as comprehensive and meaningful as possible.
Investing responsibly in

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Digest No. 1081

13 January 2014

Discussion 95

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Principles for Responsible Agricultural Investments (RAI)

Until 3 February 2014

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Dear all,
We are happy to invite you to our latest online discussion!
Investing responsibly in agriculture<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/RAI> is essential for reducing poverty, creating decent employment opportunities, enhancing food security and nutrition, and ensuring environmental sustainability.
However, to achieve this, investments need to be responsible and specifically directed towards the achievement of benefits, while aiming at avoiding negative consequences.
To address these needs, the Committee

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to share with you the latest comments received to the online discussion on Mainstreaming Food Security into Peacebuilding Processes, <http://bit.ly/11uLyjM> taking place on the Community of Practice on Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises.
This discussion, which will be open until January 17th, explores the complex interrelationship between conflict, peacebuilding and food insecurity, which is crucial both for emergence from protracted crisis and to ensure an enabling environment for viable

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Season's Greetings

December 2013

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Dear Members,
2013 is coming to a close and we can look back on a successful year of lively discussions and a renewed regional attention with the launch of the
FSN Forum in West Africa network.
We would like to warmly thank all of you who made this possible
and whish you and your loved ones all the best for 2014.
The FSN Forum Team

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23 December 2013

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Food losses and waste in the context of sustainable food systems – HLPE e-consultation on the V0 draft study

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) is launching today the consultation on the V0 draft of the study: Food losses and waste in the context of sustainable food systems. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/food-losses-waste-v0>
The V0 draft study can be downloaded here (English)

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Dear Members,
today we share with you the feedback from the conveners of the debate on Mainstreaming Food Security into Peacebuilding Processes,<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM> Alexandra Trzeciak-Duval and Diane Hendrick.
We are also happy to announce that this discussion will continue over the holiday period until 17 January 2014 so there is still plenty of time to weigh in!
There has already been a lot of thinking going on in the discussion with civil society, academia, agencies and individual practitioners all sharing

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17 December 2013

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The role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition – HLPE e-consultation on the V0 draft study

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Dear Members,
We are happy to inform you that the deadline of the HLPE e-consultation on the V0 draft of the Report: The role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/fisheries-and-aquaculture-V0> has been extended until Friday, 20 December 2013.
As part of the drafting process, the High Level Panel of Experts of the

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10 December 2013

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FAO celebrates Human Rights Day 2013

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Human Rights Day<http://www.ohchr.org/EN/AboutUs/Pages/HumanRightsDay.aspx> is held on 10 December every year, the date the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, proclaiming its principles as the “common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations.”
This year has a special significance: it marks the 20th anniversary of the Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights. For the occasion, the Right to Food Team at FAO is launching a series of publications and tools which can help further the progressive realization

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Digest No. 1080

9 December 2013

Discussion 94

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Implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries

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Dear Members,
our discussion on Implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-scale Fisheries<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/SSF_Guidelines> is now closed and we are pleased to share below the facilitator's final note.
We would like to thank all participants. Overall we received over 70 very well articulated and insightful contributions from fisheries associations, NGOs, governments, experts and practitioners from all over the world. To read them all please download the proceedings document or check out

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The role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition – HLPE e-consultation on the V0 draft study

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Dear Members,
we would like to inform you that the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) launched the consultation on the V0 draft of the study: The role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition. <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/cfs-hlpe/fisheries-and-aquaculture-V0>
Taking into account the results of the scoping consultation

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to invite you to the new online discussion on Mainstreaming Food Security into Peacebuilding Processes<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>, taking place on the Community of Practice on Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises until 18 December 2013.
In this discussion we explore the complex interrelationship between conflict, peacebuilding and food insecurity, which is crucial both for emergence from protracted crisis and to ensure an enabling environment for viable food systems,

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Digest No. 1079

28 November 2013

Discussion 94

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Implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries

Until 3 December 2013

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Dear Members,
please find below feedback on contributions received so far by Lena Westlund, facilitator of the discussion on Implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-scale Fisheries<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/SSF_Guidelines>
We will share new posts over the next days and we would like to encourage you to join and comment on challenges, opportunities, roles of different

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Digest No. 1078

27 November 2013

Discussion 94

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Dear Members,
the online discussion on implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for securing sustainable small-scale fisheries<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/SSF_Guidelines> continues to attract comments, which we share with you below.
Take advantage of this discussion to explore the challenges, the opportunities, the roles of different actors and

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Digest No. 1077

19 November 2013

Discussion 94

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Until 3 December 2013

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you the latest comments received for the online discussion on implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for securing sustainable small-scale fisheries<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/SSF_Guidelines>.
With this discussion Lena Westlund and the FAO SSF Guidelines Secretariat seek your input and proposals on

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Digest No. 1076

14 November 2013

Discussion 94

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Until 3 December 2013

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Dear Members,
The new online discussion on implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for securing sustainable small-scale fisheries started off with two comments coming from Uganda and Costa Rica, summarized below. In this first digest we also share with you a welcome note

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13 November 2013

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Preparatory Technical Meeting for the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2)

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Dear Members,
The Preparatory Technical Meeting for the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2) is happening this week from 13-15 November!
You can follow the meeting through webcast at: http://www.fao.org/webcast (13 November from 9:00 to 17:00, 14 November from 9:00 to 19:30 and 15 November from 9:00 to 12:00 SET/GMT+1).
The full programme is available at www.fao.org/ICN2<http://www.fao.org/food/nutritional-policies-strategies/icn2/en/>.
During the last months the FSN Forum discussions on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition, on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems and

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Digest No. 1075

12 November 2013

Discussion 94

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Until 3 December 2013

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to join Lena Westlund<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/lena-westlund> and our colleagues from the Fisheries Department in inviting you to the online discussion on Implementing the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-scale Fisheries<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/SSF_Guidelines>.
With this discussion we seek your input on how to best implement the Voluntary Guidelines<http://www.fao.org/fishery/ssf/guidelines/en>, which will be approved in 2014.
As is the

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Digest No. 1076

7 November 2013

Discussion 93

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What is the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition?

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Dear Members,
We share below Eileen Omosa's closing remarks on the very active discussion on the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/networks-for-FS>
During the last days of the discussion we received many comments, which are impossible to summarize below due to space constraints. We would therefore like to invite you

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
We would like to share with you the comments received during this first week of online discussion on Rights-based approaches to Food Security in Protracted Crises<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>.
With this discussion, Joseph Schechla<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/protracted-crises/about-facilitators> and Mauricio Rosales<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/protracted-crises/about-facilitators> ask you to share your views and inputs on whether human rights based approches can be a valid approach to increase food security in areas affected by protracted crises.
This is the third discussion of a series of four, which form

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Digest No. 1075

28 October 2013

Discussion 93

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What is the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition?

Until 30 October 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the facilitator's feedback on comments received on the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/networks-for-FS>
Eileen invites you to explore and discuss how social relations and networks can take the place or complement markets to ensure food and nutritional security.
Please also

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Dear Members,
We would like to invite you to the online discussion Rights-based approaches to Food Security in Protracted Crises<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/protracted-crises/>, launched today by the Community of Practice on Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises.
There are certainly many challenges to the successful application of rights based approaches in protracted crises settings such as weak central governments or having to deal with non-state actors. With this discussion we would like you to help

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Digest No. 1074

18 October 2013

Discussion 93

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What is the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition?

Until 30 October 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below four new comments for the discussion The role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/networks-for-FS>.
In these latest contributions, members agree on the importance of social networks in ensuring food security and introduce issues such as production methods, childcare and the differences between

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16 October 2013

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How can social protection contribute to food security and nutrition in West Africa?

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Dear Members,
We are very happy to announce that the FSN Forum in West Africa<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/west-africa/> is online!
The FSN Forum in West Africa is a platform to discuss issues and topic that have a special interest for the region, and to support existing efforts and initiatives aimed at improving food security and nutrition in the West Africa.
The first discussion launched on the FSN Forum in West Africa is on how social protection can contribute to food security

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Digest No. 1073

11 October 2013

Discussion 93

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Dear Members,
Let us share with you the first two replies to the questions posed by Eileen Omosa in the new online discussion The role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/networks-for-FS>.
Pamela Pozarny from FAO and George Kent from the University of Hawai'i both highlight the importance

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Digest No. 1072

9 October 2013

Discussion 93

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion on the role of social relations and networks in household food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/networks-for-FS>, facilitated by fellow FSN Forum member Eileen Omosa, a graduate student at the University of Alberta, native of Kenya.
Eileen is currently studying influential factors

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Digest No. 1071

7 October 2013

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

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Dear Members,
Let us start by thanking you all for taking part in the online discussion on the contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition. It has been a very active debate with comments coming from experts around the globe, active both in the civil society and the private sector. Additionally we had the welcome

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Digest No. 1070

2 October 2013

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

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Dear Members,
Today, the next-to-last day of this online discussion, we share with you the latest comments received and feedback from one of the discussion's facilitators, Robynne Anderson.
We invite you to take advantage of today and tomorrow to share your views and help explore the contribution that the private sector and civil society can

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01 October 2013

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The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2013

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Dear Members,

We would like to inform you, that the 2013 edition of
The State of Food Insecurity in the World <http://bit.ly/oWxKfA> was released today.
The report presents updated estimates of undernourishment and progress towards the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) and World Food Summit (WFS) hunger targets. The latest assessment shows that further progress has been made towards the 2015 MDG target, which remains within reach for the developing regions as a whole, although marked differences across regions persist and considerable and

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Digest No. 1069

26 September 2014

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

until 3 October 2013

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you the latest comments received and feedback from one of the discussion's facilitators, Etienne du Vachat.
We also take this opportunity to announce that we decided to extend the deadline by one week as we are still receiving many valuable comments.
As you know this discussion aims at exploring

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Digest No. 1069

20 September 2014

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

until 26 September 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the latest comments to the discussion on the contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CS-PS-Nutrition>.
We once again welcome the University of Guyana active engagement in this debate and are happy to receive the inputs from Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition, a think tank linked

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Digest No. 1068

17 September 2013

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

Until 26 September 2013

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Dear Members,
Today we would like to share with you some feedback from the discussion's two facilitators Robynne Anderson<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/robynne-anderson-etienne-du-vachat> and Etienne du Vachat<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/robynne-anderson-etienne-du-vachat>. Both reflect on the comments received so far and invite you to shed further light on the important role that both the civil society and the private sector have in promoting nutrition.


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Digest No. 1067

12 September 2014

Discussion 92

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The contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition

until 26 September 2013

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Dear Members,
please find the latest comments to the discussion on the contribution of the private sector and civil society to improve nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CS-PS-Nutrition>, which propose a range of activities that society and private sector organizations can carry out.
Your feedback is important as it will inform the upcoming Technical Meeting in preparation of the International

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Digest No. 1066

10 September 2014

Discussion 92

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until 26 September 2013

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the first messages that kicked off our current online discussion on how the private sector and civil society can contribute to improving diets and raising levels of nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CS-PS-Nutrition>.
To inform the upcoming ICN2 meeting, we invite you to reflect on the ways the private sector and

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Digest No. 1065

5 September 2013

Discussion 92

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Until 26 September 2013

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Dear Members,
We are launching today the third online discussion feeding into the preparations of the International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2). In this debate we invite you to share evidence and exchange views on how the private sector and civil society can contribute to improving diets and raising levels of nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/CS-PS-Nutrition>.
What role can civil

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26 August 2013

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Towards an Eurasian Soil Partnership

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Dear Members,
We would like to invite you to the online consultation “Towards a Eurasian Soil Partnership for food security and sustainable development”
This three-week online consultation is initiated by the Eurasian Center for Food Security (ECFS) in collaboration with FAO’s Global Soil Partnership (GSP), FAO's Global Forum for Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum) and the World Bank and with the aim to contribute to the development of a joint platform of the Eurasian Soil Partnership (EASP) for food security.
The ECFS was established by the

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Digest No. 1064

2 August 2013

Discussion 91

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Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems

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Dear Members,
This lively discussion has come to a close and we would like to thank all participants for taking the time to share their views and experiences.
Below we share the final note from the facilitators, Jody Harris and Leslie Amoroso, and summaries of the last contributions received.
This has been the second discussion in preparation of the ICN2 conference, which will be held in

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Digest No. 1063

26 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems

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Dear Members,
As the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture> will soon be coming to a close, we would like to join the facilitators Jody and Leslie in inviting you to take advantage of the next few days to send us your thoughts and inputs.
Below we share with you the latest three comments received, which tackle interesting aspects such as

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Digest No. 1062

23 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Dear Members,
please find below the latest contributions to the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>, which respond to the questions proposed and draw on the core background papers<http://www.fao.org/food/nutritional-policies-strategies/icn2/core-background-papers/en/> and expert papers<http://www.fao.org/food/nutritional-policies-strategies/icn2/expert-papers/en/> made available for this online discussions.
We remind that comments are welcome on: policies that can make agriculture and food systems more nutrition-enhancing; success stories and lessons from programmes

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Digest No. 1061

22 July 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

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Dear Members,
the discussion on Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises: Resilience-building programming<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>, is now over. We share below the summary prepared by the convener, Malcom Ridout, and an overview of the latest contributions received.
We take this chance to thank you all for your active participation. Views expressed will inform and shape the elaboration of an Agenda for Action, which

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Digest No. 1060

19 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Dear Members,
the facilitators of the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture> share their feedback on the contributions received so far.
They invite you to identify policies that can make agriculture and food systems more nutrition-enhancing; success stories and lessons from programmes at country level; partnerships that can help in building strong linkages between key sectors; effective governance for nutrition.


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Digest No. 1059

17 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Deadline extended until 29 July 2013

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Dear Members,
we share below eight new contributions to the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>. Please note that we extended the deadline to 29 July.
We invite comments on: policies that can make agriculture and food systems more nutrition-enhancing; success stories and lessons from programmes at country level; partnerships that can help in building strong linkages between key

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Digest No. 1058

12 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems

Until 22 July 2013

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Dear Members,
please find below a note from the facilitators of this discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>.
We join Leslie and Jody in thanking participants and we renew our invitation to share views on how to incorporate nutrition objectives, concerns and considerations into agriculture and food systems, to improve diets and raise levels of food and nutrition security.
Please visit

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Digest No. 1058

10 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Until 22 July 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below the latest contributions to the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>
We invite you to share evidence and views on how to improve policies, programmes and interventions for making agriculture and food systems more responsive to nutrition.
Results of this discussion will feed into the preparation of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN 2), November

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Digest No. 1057

8 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems

Until 22 July 2013

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Dear Members,
we share below the first contributions to the discussion on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>.
In this second discussion organized in the lead up to the International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2), we invite you to share views on how to incorporate nutrition objectives, concerns and considerations into agriculture and food systems, to improve diets and raise levels of food and

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Digest No. 1057

5 July 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

deadline extended until 12 July 2013

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Dear Members,
several new contributions to the online discussion on Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises: Resilience-building programming<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM> came in over the last few days. We extended the deadline until12 July in case more participants want to join.
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Digest No. 1056

3 July 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

Until 7 July 2013

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Dear Members,
we share below the new comments received for the ongoing online discussion on Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises: Resilience-building programming<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>.
Participants are providing views on how policies, strategies and actions can be designed to achieve greater resilience and to improve food security in protracted crises. Practical recommendations as to

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Digest No. 1055

1 July 2013

Discussion 91

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Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems

Until 22 July 2013

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Dear Members,
we are launching today the second online discussion feeding into the preparations of the International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2), on Nutrition-enhancing agriculture and food systems<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/nutrition-enhancing-agriculture>.
We invite you to share views on how to incorporate nutrition objectives, concerns and considerations into agriculture and food systems, to improve diets and raise levels of food and nutrition security. Facilitators Jody Harris from

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Digest No. 1053

28 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

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Dear Members,
Please find below the latest contributions received on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>
We wish to thank all those of you who took part and followed the debate. A summary will be prepared over the next few weeks which we will share with you. The summary and proceedings of the discussion will be used as background documents for the Preparatory

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Digest No. 1053

25 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 28 June 2013

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Dear Members,
These are the last days to comment on the discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>
Nyasha Tirivayi, the facilitator, draws attention to the last question for debate: what are key best-practices and lessons-learned in fostering cross-sectoral linkages to reduce malnutrition and enhance poverty reduction through social protection?
A summary of the contributions received over the

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Digest No. 1052

24 June 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

Until 7 July 2013

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Dear Members,
we would like to share with you the first eight comments received for the open online discussion on Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises: Resilience-building programming<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>, and a first feedback from the convener of the debate, Malcolm Ridout from DFID, UK.
You can find his comments and short summaries of

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Digest No. 1051

21 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 28 June 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the latest contribution to the discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>. Please note that we extended the deadline until 28 June.
The question for this week's discussion is: What are the key institutional and governance challenges to the delivery of cross-sectoral and comprehensive social protection policies that protect and promote nutrition of

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Digest No. 1050

18 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 24 June 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the latest exchanges on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>.
Nyasha Tirivayi, the facilitator, invites to reflect on the second question for debate: what are the key institutional and governance challenges to the delivery of cross-sectoral and comprehensive social protection policies that protect and promote nutrition of the most vulnerable?
A summary of the

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Digest No.1049

17 June 2013

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
Resilience-building programming

Until 7 July 2013

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Dear Members,
We would like to invite you to the online discussion Addressing Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises: Resilience-building programming<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>, which is being launched today on the Community of Practice on Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises.
The aim of this open online discussion is to know from you what has worked, and how strategies and action can be made

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Digest No. 1048

14 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 24 June 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the latest contributions to the discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>, facilitated by Nyasha Tirivayi on behalf of the International Conference on Nutrition (ICN2) Secretariat.
The main question for debate this week is: what are the main issues for policy-makers to consider in the design, formulation and implementation of nutrition-enhancing social protection

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Digest No. 1047

12 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 24 June 2013

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Dear Members,
Interesting case studies and views are being shared by the latest participants to the discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>.
The main question raised by Nyasha, who facilitates on behalf of the ICN2 Secretariat, is: what are the main issues for policy-makers to consider in the design, formulation and implementation of nutrition-enhancing social protection measures?

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Digest No. 1046

10 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 24 June 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below the wrap up of the first week of discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition> along with the outlines of contributions received.
Nyasha, on behalf of the ICN2 Secretariat, invites to focus on the first question proposed in the topic: what are the main issues for policy-makers to consider in the design, formulation

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Digest No. 1045

3 June 2013

Discussion 90

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Social protection to protect and promote nutrition

Until 24 June 2013

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Dear Members,
We are launching today a new online discussion on Social protection to protect and promote nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/social-protection-and-nutrition>. This discussion is the first of a series aimed at informing and feeding into the preparation of the Second International Conference on Nutrition (ICN 2)<http://www.fao.org/food/nutritional-policies-strategies/icn2/en/>, which will take place in November 2014.
On behalf of the ICN 2 Secretariat, Nyasha Tirivari invites

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Digest No. 1044

31 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 31 May 2013

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Dear Members,
The discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation and their impact on food security and nutrition <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods> closes today and we would like to share with you the latest comments received and Edward's closing remarks. We received many interesting and valuable contributions over these last three weeks. Many thanks to all of you!


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Digest No. 1043

30 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 31 May 2013

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Dear Members,
Our discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation and their impact on food security and nutrition <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods> is approaching its closure date. We received many interesting and valuable comments over the last days, the latest of which we would like to share with you in this digest.
Take advantage of this last day

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Digest No. 1042

27 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 30 May 2013

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Dear Members,
This is the last week of our discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation and their impact on food security and nutrition.<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods>
Edward Mutandwa comments on the latest contributions received, highlighting the diversity of views emerging, as well as the wide spectrum of communities and contexts in which indigenous methods are used.
Please

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24 May 2013

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Launch of the Eurasian Food Security Network

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Dear Members,
We would like to inform you, that we have just launched the Eurasian Food Security Network<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/ecfs/en> with the first online consultation Food Security issues in the Eurasian region: major challenges and G8/G20 initiatives in relation with the regional situation.
This Network, set up for the Eurasian Center for Food Security (ECFS) in collaboration with the World Bank brings together stakeholders such as governments, civil society organizations, research institutes, academia, universities, associations allowing them to enter in a dialogue with the Center and

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Digest No. 1041

21 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 30 May 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below three new contributions to the discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods>
Edward Mutandwa invites you to share examples of how indigenous methods of food preparation influence food security and nutrition, how to preserve this knowledge and what incentives can be

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Digest No. 1040

17 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 30 May 2013

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you today the latest comments to the discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods> including the second message from Edward Mutandwa, the discussion's facilitator.
The comments received so far show that the issue of indigenous methods is a

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Digest No. 1038

13 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 30 May 2013

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Dear Members,
The new discussion on Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods> attracted five contributions and the facilitator's reaction, which we share below.
Fellow FSN Forum member Edward Mutandwa invites to share your knowledge and experience on how indigenous methods of food preparation influence food security

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Digest No. 1038

9 May 2013

Discussion 89

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Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition?

Until 30 May 2013

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Dear Members,
Fellow FSN Forum member Edward Mutandwa is raising today an interesting topic: Indigenous methods of food preparation: what is their impact on food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/indigenous-methods>? <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>
Indigenous methods of food preparation are part of the daily life of many communities in Africa. Can they be considered a viable means for

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Digest No. 1037

7 May 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

Until 17 May 2013

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Dear Members,
In this digest we share with you the latest comments by the convener of the discussion, Dan Maxwell.
Dan reflects on some of the comments received so far and invites you to explore the situation of countries facing protracted crises. How can interventions aimed at addressing food insecurity in such

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Digest No. 1036

2 May 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

Until 14 May 2013

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Today we share with you the latest comments received for the online discussion on Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises: adequate and appropriate funding<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>.
This discussion is a first step in the consultative process aimed at shaping a transformative agenda to better address food insecurity in protracted crisis situation.
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Digest No. 1035

23 April 2013

Community of Practice on
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises:
adequate and appropriate funding

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Dear Members,
We would like to share with you the first contributions received for the online discussion on Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises: adequate and appropriate funding<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM> and the comments by the convener of the discussion, Dan Maxwell.
This discussion is part of a series aiming at exploring critical topics linked

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Digest No.1034

17 April 2013

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Addressing food insecurity in protracted crises: adequate and appropriate funding mechanisms

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Dear Members,
We are happy to announce the launch of the Community of Practice on Food Insecurity in Protracted Crises<http://bit.ly/11uLyjM>.
This consultative space will host a series of online discussions aiming at prioritizing strategies and identifying lessons learnt to inform the development of an agenda for action.
Today we invite you to the first online discussion Addressing

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Digest No.1033

4 April 2013

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Food losses and waste in the context of sustainable food systems. E-consultation to set the track of the study.

Until 30 April 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below the invitation to a new online consultation launched by the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) on Food losses and waste in the context of sustainable food systems. <http://bit.ly/10Bkcp2>
For further information we invite you to visit the consultation page, also

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Digest No.1032

25 March 2013

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The role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition. e-consultation to set the track of the study.

Until 12 April 2013

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Dear Members,
The High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) launched a consultation aimed at gathering inputs on the role of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for food security and nutrition. e-consultation to set the track of the study.<http://bit.ly/WJctth>
The HLPE holds open online consultations to gather

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Digest No. 1031

20 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

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Dear Members,
Philipp and Bernardete are posting today their closing summary of the discussion on Payments for environmental services (PES)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
We also share two further contributions and take this chance to thank all the PES-hopefuls and PES-sceptics who contributed to this lively and interesting discussion.
Please refer to the website for all information, also available in French

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Digest No. 1030

18 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below two new contributions to the online discussion on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
This discussion is closing today and we will share Philipp and Bernardete's final remarks in tomorrow's digest; late contributions are welcome until the end of this week.
For further information please visit the

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Digest No. 1029

15 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
Today we share with you the three latest comments to the online discussion on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
Participants from Switzerland , South Africa and Nepal explore the lessons that were learned from early PES applications, the potential negative effects on the local population and the ways to

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Digest No. 1028

13 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below four new contributions to the online discussion on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
Participants are supporting the PES and their underlining concepts especially in developing countries and in the context of unsustainable food systems. They also share key challenges and opportunities.
The facilitators invite you to

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Digest No. 1027

11 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
We share below the facilitators' comments (full text online<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/contributions/re-payments-environmental-services-pes-theory-and-practice-lessons-learned-an-18>) and contributions received over the past few days on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
Please take advantage of this last week to enrich the exchange. How should PES schemes look like to effectively address the growing global challenges of climate

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Digest No. 1026

7 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
Today's contributions to the discussion on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes> are looking at PES experiences particularly in the European context.
In this online discussion Philipp and Bernardete invite you to reflect on what PES schemes must look like in order to effectively address the growing global challenges of

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Digest No. 1025

5 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

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Dear Members,
Below we would like to share the latest comments received in this discussion on Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>. Participants share a wide spectrum of views from Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America.
In this online discussion Philipp and Bernardete invite you to reflect on what PES schemes must

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Digest No. 1024

4 March 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
Today Philipp and Bernardete, facilitators of the ongoing discussion on Payments for environmental services (PES)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes> share their summary of the first week of comments.
As some participants highlighted, the local context in PES projects is crucial in order to generate tangible economic opportunities for local people. In their note the facilitators

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Digest No. 1023

28 February 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

Until 18 March 2013

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Dear Members,
The first contributions to the online discussion Payments for Environmental services (PES) in theory and practice<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes> are addressing challenges and opportunities of PES based on practical experiences in Africa and Latin America.
Philipp and Bernardete invite you to reflect on the scope of PES and their cost-effectiveness in addressing the growing global challenges

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Digest No. 1022

26 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition - what is your say?

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Dear Members,
Over these last days we received new contributions to the now closed online discussion on Forests for food security and nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>; please find them below along with the facilitators' concluding note.
For full records of this discussion please refer to the website<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN> and the proceedings document<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/sites/default/files/files/87_Forestry%20for%20FSN/PROCEEDINGS_87_Forests_for_FSN.docx>.
While tackling the challenges of forests and

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Digest No. 1021

25 February 2013

Discussion 88

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Payments for environmental services (PES) in theory and practice: Lessons learned and way forward

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Dear Members,
We would like to hear your views on a topic at the intersection between environmental sustainability, agriculture and food security: Payments for environmental services (PES)<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/pes>.
PES are a set of tools designed to support the sustainable use of resources while providing economic incentives to farmers.
Philip Aerni and Bernardete Neves, both

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Digest No. 1020

21 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition - what is your say?

Until 25 February 2013

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please find below two new comments received for the online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
What are the policy constraints that negatively affect the contribution of forest and trees on farms to food security and nutrition? What's wrong

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Digest No. 1019

19 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition - what is your say?

Until 25 February 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below seven comments received for the online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
What are the policy constraints that negatively affect the contribution of forest and trees on farms to food security and nutrition? What's wrong and

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Digest No. 1018

18 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Until 25 February 2013

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We are sending you today the nine latest comments received for the new online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
As this discussion is moving into its last week, participants are sharing many important issues regarding trees' contribution to

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Digest No. 1017

13 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Until 25 February 2013

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We would like to share with you the latest comments received for the new online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
Eva Müller and Fred Kafeero, facilitators of this discussion, encourage you to explore the bottlenecks that are hindering

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Digest No. 1016

8 February 2013

Discussion 87

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Today we would like to share with you the first comments received for the new online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
In this discussion Eva Müller and Fred Kafeero invite you to explore the bottlenecks that are hindering

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Digest No. 1015

4 February 2013

Discussion 87

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We would like to invite you to our new online discussion Forests and trees provide benefits for food security and nutrition– what is your say?<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/forests-for-FSN>
Forests, trees on farms and agroforestry systems are important contributors to food security, nutrition and people’s livelihoods. However it seems that

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Newsletter 1

25 January 2013

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Dear Members,
We are happy to share some updates on the Forum’s activities. As usual, we welcome your comments and suggestions.
Warmest regards,
Your FSN Forum Team

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Recent activities and discussions
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Post 2015 Global Thematic Consultation on Hunger, Food Security and Nutrition <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/post2015/>
19.11.2012 - 10.01.2013 • 274 contributions
The past two months we have been running the online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security to help define the post 2015 development agenda.
Thanks to your very active participation the consultation yielded very valuable material which is being analyzed and

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Digest No. 1013

18 January 2013

Discussions No. 85 and 86

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High Level Panel of Experts consultations on:
- Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security
- Biofuels and Food Security

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
Please find below an overview of the latest contributions received for the consultations on the V0 drafts of the reports on Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security and on Biofuels and Food Security, hosted on behalf of the High

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17 January 2013

Dear Members,

Last year we conducted a survey among our Members with the goal of
gaining a deeper knowledge of the Members’ expectations, level of satisfaction
and suggestions.

Results are helping us to review the Forum’s operations, shaping this years’ discussion agenda and feeding into the development of new functionalities on
the website. We are happy to share a summary of the survey results<http://bit.ly/13HqMPp> with you.

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Digest No. 1012

14 January 2013

Discussions No. 85 and 86

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High Level Panel of Experts consultations on:
- Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security
- Biofuels and Food Security

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
The consultations on the V0 drafts of the reports on Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security and on Biofuels and Food Security hosted on behalf of the High Level Panel of Experts of the Committee on World Food Security,

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

Dear Forum Members,
Yesterday we closed the Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security.
We got overwhelming feedback and would like to thank all of you for this. In total you sent us over 260 contributions with you views on what the next development agenda for hunger, food and nutrition security should look like, what lessons need to be learned from the current Millennium Development Goals and what challenges lie ahead.
The geographical scope was wide, drawing from many

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in collaboration with
[cid:image003.png@01CDF00E.453D5C30]<http://www.worldwewant2015.org/>

Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

Dear Forum Members,
Yesterday we closed the Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security.
We got overwhelming feedback and would like to thank all of you for this. In total you sent us over 260 contributions with you views on what the next development agenda for hunger, food and nutrition security should look like, what lessons need to be learned from the current Millennium Development Goals and what challenges lie ahead.
The geographical scope was wide, drawing from many

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Digest No.1011

9 January 2013

Discussions No. 86

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HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report: Biofuels and Food Security

Until 30 January 2013

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Dear Members,
Please find below a further opportunity to comment on a new Version 0 (V0) draft report from the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS), this time on Biofuels and Food Security<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/biofuels-v0>.
The report aims at providing a balanced science-based assessment of the opportunities

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Digest No. 1010

7 January 2013

Discussion 85

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HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report: Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security.

Until 18 January 2013

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Dear Members,
Happy new year!
Today we would like to share with you the first detailed comments we received for the ongoing consultation on Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security. The consultation, run on behalf of the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the

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Dear Members,
2012 is coming to a close and we can look back to a successful year
of lively and interesting discussions and consultations.
We would like to warmly thank all of you who made this possible
and whish you and your loved ones all the best for 2013.
The FSN Forum Team
Mauricio, Renata, Max, Daniela

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

Dear participants,
given the high interest and the increased rate of participation during these last days, we are happy to extend the deadline for sending contributions to the 10th January 2013.
As of today, the consultation received 156 extensive comments on how to move forward the agenda for hunger, food and nutrition security after 2015.
Participation of interested stakeholders is key for the

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Digest No.1009

20 December 2012

Discussions No. 85

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HLPE consultation on the V0 draft of the Report: Investing in smallholder agriculture for food and nutrition security.

Until 18 January 2013

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Dear Members,
today we are launching a new consultation on behalf of the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS), aimed at gathering inputs on the Version 0 draft (V0 draft) of the report on Investing in smallholder agriculture for

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

Dear participants,
we are now half-way through this important consultation, open until 21st December 2012. The over 80 contributions received from 35 countries are providing a variety of insights on how to move forward in building a new development agenda to address hunger and food and nutrition security challenges in the years to come.
We are sharing below the comments posted by two

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6 December 2012

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The State of Food and Agriculture 2012 - Investing in Agriculture for a better future

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Dear Members
We would like to inform you, that the 2012 edition of The State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA 2012) - Investing in Agriculture for a better future<http://bit.ly/SI4EzU> was just released.
Investing in agriculture is essential for reducing hunger and promoting sustainable agricultural production. Those parts of the world where investments in agriculture have stagnated are the epicentres of poverty and hunger today. Demand growth over the coming decades will place increasing pressure on the

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

Dear participants,
we would like to share with you a summary of the comments received until yesterday. Complete records are available on the webpage<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/post2015/> and in the proceedings document<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/post2015/sites/post2015/files/files/PROCEEDINGS%20post2015.doc>.
This e-consultation will be open until 21st December 2012 and we are aiming for the widest possible participation of stakeholders in reviewing challenges and opportunities, priority actions, as well as possible objectives, targets and

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

We would like to share with you a brief summary of the comments received until yesterday, prepared by Anna Rappazzo, member of the WFP/FAO facilitators team.
Anna summarizes the inputs received from participants belonging to a wide spectrum of organizations and countries and who shared their views on lessons learned from the current MDG's and on how we need to move forward.
We

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French <http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/post2015/sites/post2015/files/files/TOPIC%20FR%20post2015.pdf>

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Online Consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security

We are pleased to invite you to the online consultation on Hunger, Food and Nutrition Security - toward a post-2015 development agenda.
As the target date for the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) approaches, a number of processes have been put in place to seek inputs which will shape the “Post-2015 Development

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Digest No. 1008

13 November 2012

Discussion 84

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From economic growth to food security and better nutrition

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
Today we are closing this online exchange inspired by the latest report on The State of Food Insecurity in the World (SOFI)<http://www.fao.org/publications/sofi/en/> with nine new contributions.
The discussion was rich in case studies and experiences showing how countries are working to improve food and nutrition security.
Debates on this topic will continue with the upcoming online consultation on Hunger, food and nutrition security, part

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Digest No. 1007

9 November 2012

Discussion 84

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From economic growth to food security and better nutrition

Until 13 November 2012

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Dear Members,
We are sharing below Mauricio and Juan Carlos reactions to the ongoing discussion From economic growth to food security and better nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/From_economic_growth_to_FSN>.
The facilitators reflect on the posts submitted until now and propose to go further in exploring ways to mobilize the political will necessary to put policies for hunger reduction and improved nutrition higher on the list of political priorities.


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Digest No. 1006

6 November 2012

Discussion 84

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From economic growth to food security and better nutrition

Until 13 November 2012

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
Further contributions to the discussion From economic growth to food security and better nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/From_economic_growth_to_FSN> are shared below.
Inspired by this year's report on The State of Food Insecurity in the World (SOFI), participants are providing examples in which social protection and better food security governance resulted in improved food security and nutrition. Guyana is

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Digest No. 1005

2 November 2012

Discussion 84

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From economic growth to food security and better nutrition

Until 13 November 2012

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
We are happy to share with you the first contributions we received for our new discussion From economic growth to food security and better nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/From_economic_growth_to_FSN>.
Participants from Kenya, Viet Nam, Nigeria and India share their views on how social protection programmes can help in making economic growth reach the poor and on what is

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Digest No. 1004

30 October 2012

Discussion 84

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From economic growth to food security and better nutrition

Until 13 November 2012

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Dear Members,
We are happy to invite you to the new online discussion From economic growth to food security and better nutrition<http://www.fao.org/fsnforum/forum/discussions/From_economic_growth_to_FSN>.
Inspired by the finding of this year's report on The State of Food Insecurity in the World (SOFI) our facilitators Juan Carlos and Mauricio would like to explore with you the role of social protection and good governance in

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25 October 2012

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FSN Forum Survey 2012 - reminder

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Dear Members,
We really appreciate the over 200 responses already received to the FSN Forum survey!
In thanking those who took time to respond, we would like to encourage others to participate in the survey. Please send us your feedback by October 31st, following the links below for your preferred language:
Take the survey in English<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FSN_Forum_Survey_2012>
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Tome la encuesta en español<https://it.surveymonkey.com/s/ES_FSN_Forum_Survey_2012>

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19 October 2012

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FSN Forum Survey 2012

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Dear Members,
In order to get to know you, our Members, better and to help us further improve the Forum’s activities, we would like to ask you to respond to a brief survey.
It consists of 19 questions including open comments boxes for any further feedback or suggestion you may have. Completion will not take more than 10 minutes and will help us better understand your needs, your wishes and your satisfaction with the community. Please follow these links to take the survey in your preferred language:


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Digest No. 1003

10 October 2012

Discussion 83

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Making agriculture work for nutrition: Prioritizing country-level action, research and support

Concluding remarks

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
This lively discussion has come to a close; we share below the final note from the facilitators, Anna Herforth and Cristina Lopriore, and summaries of the latest contributions.
The richness of the almost 90 contributions, sent from 25 countries and from a variety of professional backgrounds, shows the strong willingness to address the challenge of making agriculture growth "nutrition-sensitive".


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09 October 2012

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The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2012

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Dear Members
We would like to inform you, that the 2012 edition of The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2012 (SOFI 2012) was just released.
This year’s report presents new estimates of undernourishment based on a revised and improved methodology, showing that, even though figures remain unacceptably high, progress during the past 20 years has been better than previously believed; it also discusses the role of economic growth in reducing undernourishment and how social protection can help in reaching the

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Digest No. 1003

5 October 2012

Discussion 83

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Making agriculture work for nutrition: Prioritizing country-level action, research and support

DEADLINE EXTENDED until 7 October 2012

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Dear FSN Forum Members,
we are sharing once again a very rich range of contributions on Making agriculture work for nutrition, touching on a variety of topics including: different meanings of nutrition, the impact of fertilizers, the need to target urban populations and landless agricultural workers and the role of agriculture risks in undermining

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