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FAO

American  
FAO British  

abbreviation

  1. Food and Agriculture Organization (of the United Nations)

  2. for the attention of

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Despite the concerns, resilient supplies and strong harvest progress are underpinning confident market sentiment, the FAO said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

FAO has also introduced agroforestry -- the combination of trees and crops on the same plot -- to diversify their income.

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

"The FAO is clear that damage has already been done."

From Barron's Apr. 10, 2026

Elevated lead levels were the primary driver, and cadmium concentrations in bananas also surpassed FAO recommendations.

From Science Daily Feb. 17, 2026

Daniel Chiaberta zips through the crowds at the FAO Schwarz toy store in Midtown Manhattan, pointing out giant giraffe plush toys, luxury teddy bears and scented slime.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 21, 2025

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