Global Agrifood Exhibition Highlights Food Security in Rome
The latest in this situation
How it started
What happened
The global agrifood exhibition, titled “From Seeds to Foods,” opened in Rome’s Circo Massimo, featuring over 300 exhibitors from more than 140 countries. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu stated that innovation must provide practical and affordable solutions for food security and nutrition across the entire value chain. The opening ceremony was attended by Francesco Lollobrigida, Italy’s Minister for Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests, and Roberto Gualtieri, Mayor of Rome.
From fao.org
Why it matters
The exhibition serves as a major showcase for global agrifood innovation, spanning from farm technology to new food solutions. By emphasizing the entire value chain—including production, transport, and markets—the event reinforces the international focus on achieving global food security and nutrition goals.
From fao.org
Who's involved
- RomeLocation where the global agrifood exhibition was held.
- Francesco LollobrigidaItalian Minister for Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests, who hosted the exhibition.
- Roberto GualtieriMayor of Rome, who attended the opening ceremony.
- Italian Minister of AgricultureThe governmental position represented by Francesco Lollobrigida.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Dominican President Luis Abinader attended the World Food Forum in Rome, meeting Italian leaders including Giorgia Meloni and Antonio Tajani.Sub-event
Global agrifood exhibition held in Rome featuring Italian ministers and the Mayor.1 source
Keep exploring
The entities involved
-
Rome
capital and largest city of Italy
-
Francesco Lollobrigida
Italian politician (born 1972)
Nothing else this week.
-
Roberto Gualtieri
Italian politician, mayor of Rome since 2021
Nothing else this week.