G20
The G20 (short for Group of 20) is the international forum that brings together the world’s major economies. Its members account for more than 80 percent of world GDP, 75 percent of global trade, and 60 percent of the population of the planet.
In addition to an annual summit attended by the Heads of State of member nations, other G20 gatherings include ministerial meetings, Sherpa meetings (in charge of carrying out negotiations and building consensus among leaders), working groups, and special events held throughout the year. Led by FAS, USDA is an active participant in the annual Agriculture Ministerial meetings and other G20 events.
News and Features
October 3, 2022
G20 2022: Recover Together, Recover Stronger
Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh traveled to Bali Sept. 27-29 to attend the G20 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting, making the case for joint action on food security, climate, agricultural innovation, sustainable productivity growth, and closer global integration through trade.
September 20, 2021
G20 Agriculture Ministers Meet to Tackle Global Challenges
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack joined agriculture ministers from the rest of the G20 in Florence Sept. 16-18, 2021, to discuss sustainable solutions to the global challenges facing agriculture
September 16, 2021
Secretary Vilsack Remarks at G20 Open Forum on Sustainability
Secretary Vilsack today called on the agriculture leaders of the G20 to come together to end hunger and poverty, combat climate change. and build more sustainable, equitable, and resilient food systems.
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