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FAO director on world Zero Hunger goal

The United Nations’ Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) has set a goal of ending hunger by the year 2030. At the 70th Anniversary of the founding of the FAO, Director General da Silva said the goal of Zero Hunger is not just a dream but is achievable.

He says over the past 70 years success has occurred in reducing worldwide hunger but challenges remain. He says increases in food availability must translate into “better nutrition for all” and that “truly sustainable food systems” must be created quickly. He said those goals, however, are complicated by “conflicts, disasters and financial shocks” in the world.