The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) believes journalists are key allies for FAO in raising awareness of the problem of hunger in the world. "Journalists inform readers, listeners and viewers around the world of the plight of those who do not have enough to eat. They communicate complex agricultural and economic issues to the wider public. They report on successful solutions and projects in the battle against hunger. And they provide millions of farmers with valuable information on how to produce more food in a sustainable way."

In recognition of the important role of the media in the fight against hunger, FAO has since 1979 presented the A.H. Boerma Award to journalists or groups of journalists from around the world who have helped focus public attention on food security and rural development in developing countries.

Winners receive US$10,000, a medal inscribed with their name and a personalised handcrafted scroll. The prize is awarded every two years during the FAO Conference. The next FAO Conference is scheduled for 2007.

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