Serving food for change, by Jorrit Kiewik, Youth Food Movement
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
Making sustainable food choices easier for consumersFrancois Stepman
This document discusses ways to make sustainable food choices easier for consumers. It outlines BEUC's vision of a sustainable food system that guarantees safe, affordable and healthy food for all while respecting the earth's capacity. The document notes that while consumers are concerned about food challenges, they struggle to make sustainable choices due to limited availability, higher prices and unclear labeling. It proposes several actions to address this, including: raising consumer awareness of food production; providing understandable labeling; cutting food waste through better date labeling and campaigns; and making healthy eating less challenging through supportive environments and increased availability of sustainable options. The document calls for ongoing consumer research to ensure solutions meet consumer needs.
A new paradigm for sustainable food systems by Emile Frison, IPES Food
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
The conference on Food Safety and Nutrition in 2050 – organised by Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety of the European Commission – provided an opportunity for dialogue among global stakeholders on the emerging challenges to the food chain and the role of future policy-making in addressing those challenges.
The conference also provided the opportunity to foster a dialogue on consumers' expectations for safe, nutritious, quality and sustainable food and the role of food science, technology and innovation in achieving them. Held on 17 July 2015 in Milan, Italy.
This document discusses the current state of primary production standards and certification. It notes that there are now multiple certification systems that producers must comply with, leading to increased costs and workload. This is confusing for consumers as well. The document argues that a single, unified certification system recognized across markets would be more efficient and build greater trust between producers and consumers. It stresses the importance of focusing on best practices over compliance to regulations. A unified approach could open more doors for producers while also providing environmental and social benefits. The alternative of continuing with fragmented systems risks food insecurity, environmental degradation, and loss of producer and consumer trust.
Where to from here for primary production standards?SQF Institute
The document discusses the challenges facing primary production standards, noting there are currently multiple certification systems that confuse consumers and burden producers. It examines the issue from the perspective of the head (regulations and connections), heart (building trust), and stomach (food security). The head sees too many standards as inefficient, while the stomach views food security as the top priority over assurances. However, the heart believes a united, best practice approach with a single standard could increase trust and open doors while ensuring sustainability.
The document discusses two strategies for integrating biofortified crops into public food distribution systems (PFDS): a push strategy focused on seed supply and crop production, and a pull strategy focused on creating demand. PFDS can stimulate demand for biofortified crops by procuring and distributing them through food subsidies, safety nets, and disaster relief programs. This ensures adequate supplies reach vulnerable groups and incentives encourage farmers to grow biofortified varieties. With policymaker support, PFDS have potential to significantly improve nutrition and food security by targeting the poor with biofortified staples.
Food miles refer to the total distance food travels from field to plate. Importing food adds substantially to greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Ninety-five percent of UK's fruit and half its vegetables are imported. The amount of food being imported into the UK doubled in the 1990s and is predicted to continue rising.
Making sustainable food choices easier for consumersFrancois Stepman
This document discusses ways to make sustainable food choices easier for consumers. It outlines BEUC's vision of a sustainable food system that guarantees safe, affordable and healthy food for all while respecting the earth's capacity. The document notes that while consumers are concerned about food challenges, they struggle to make sustainable choices due to limited availability, higher prices and unclear labeling. It proposes several actions to address this, including: raising consumer awareness of food production; providing understandable labeling; cutting food waste through better date labeling and campaigns; and making healthy eating less challenging through supportive environments and increased availability of sustainable options. The document calls for ongoing consumer research to ensure solutions meet consumer needs.
A new paradigm for sustainable food systems by Emile Frison, IPES Food
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
The conference on Food Safety and Nutrition in 2050 – organised by Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety of the European Commission – provided an opportunity for dialogue among global stakeholders on the emerging challenges to the food chain and the role of future policy-making in addressing those challenges.
The conference also provided the opportunity to foster a dialogue on consumers' expectations for safe, nutritious, quality and sustainable food and the role of food science, technology and innovation in achieving them. Held on 17 July 2015 in Milan, Italy.
This document discusses the current state of primary production standards and certification. It notes that there are now multiple certification systems that producers must comply with, leading to increased costs and workload. This is confusing for consumers as well. The document argues that a single, unified certification system recognized across markets would be more efficient and build greater trust between producers and consumers. It stresses the importance of focusing on best practices over compliance to regulations. A unified approach could open more doors for producers while also providing environmental and social benefits. The alternative of continuing with fragmented systems risks food insecurity, environmental degradation, and loss of producer and consumer trust.
Where to from here for primary production standards?SQF Institute
The document discusses the challenges facing primary production standards, noting there are currently multiple certification systems that confuse consumers and burden producers. It examines the issue from the perspective of the head (regulations and connections), heart (building trust), and stomach (food security). The head sees too many standards as inefficient, while the stomach views food security as the top priority over assurances. However, the heart believes a united, best practice approach with a single standard could increase trust and open doors while ensuring sustainability.
The document discusses two strategies for integrating biofortified crops into public food distribution systems (PFDS): a push strategy focused on seed supply and crop production, and a pull strategy focused on creating demand. PFDS can stimulate demand for biofortified crops by procuring and distributing them through food subsidies, safety nets, and disaster relief programs. This ensures adequate supplies reach vulnerable groups and incentives encourage farmers to grow biofortified varieties. With policymaker support, PFDS have potential to significantly improve nutrition and food security by targeting the poor with biofortified staples.
Food miles refer to the total distance food travels from field to plate. Importing food adds substantially to greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Ninety-five percent of UK's fruit and half its vegetables are imported. The amount of food being imported into the UK doubled in the 1990s and is predicted to continue rising.
"Overview: Sustainable agriculture production and diversification for healthy...ExternalEvents
"www.fao.org/about/meetings/sustainable-food-systems-nutrition-symposium
The International Symposium on Sustainable Food Systems for Healthy Diets and Improved Nutrition was jointly held by FAO and WHO in December 2016 to explore policies and programme options for shaping the food systems in ways that deliver foods for a healthy diet, focusing on concrete country experiences and challenges. This Symposium waas the first large-scale contribution under the UN Decade of Action for Nutrition 2016-2025. This presentation was part of Parallel session 1.1: Sustainable agriculture production and diversification for healthy diets"
Food miles refer to the distance food travels from where it is grown to where it is purchased and consumed. Longer food miles result in more pollution from transportation. Calculating one's food miles can illustrate the problem. Growing one's own food, buying seasonal local food, or visiting farmer's markets are ways to reduce food miles and their associated pollution and environmental impact. The Beacon School is helping address this issue through its own garden where it grows food with no food miles.
This document discusses food miles, which refer to the distance food travels from where it is produced to where it is consumed. It has been estimated that processed food in the US travels over 1,300 miles and fresh produce travels over 1,500 miles on average before being consumed. The document examines how food miles are calculated and their impact on energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. Several studies show that food travels very long distances in the current food system. The document evaluates options for reducing the environmental impacts of long-distance food transportation.
This document discusses the development of a global food loss and waste measurement protocol. It notes that 24% of the global food supply by calories and 32% by weight are lost or wasted. Food is lost or wasted at various stages along the supply chain from farm to consumer. Food loss is more prevalent in developing countries while food waste is more prevalent in developed countries. As countries become wealthier, waste becomes more prevalent than loss. The document recommends developing a global protocol to standardize definitions, scope, units of measurement, data collection methods, and reporting to accurately measure and help reduce the amount of food lost and wasted worldwide.
Value Chains for Nutrition & Food Security (VCN)CIAT
CIAT’s strategic initiative on Sustainable Food systems
ISPC asking A4NH for more action-oriented technical research regarding VCN beyond theoretical frameworks
CIAT now part of A4NH’s Flagship on Value Chains for Nutrition (VCN). Budget allocation of 470k of W1/2 budget for 2015, implemented in Kenya, Uganda.
The Brussels Development Briefing no. 44 on “Promoting responsible and sustainable sourcing through Fair Trade” took place on 22 June 2016 from 9:00 to 13:00, at the ACP Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium.
This Briefings was co-organised by CTA, the European Commission / DEVCO, the ACP Secretariat, CONCORD and the Fair Trade Advocacy Office.
Francois Stepman, Platform for African – European Partnership in Agricultural Research for Development
15-17 October 2018. Pretoria. 2nd International Conference on Food Safety and Security. Theme: Next Generation Food Safety Technologies addressing Sustainable Development Goals.
Food miles refer to the distance food travels from where it is grown until it is purchased by consumers. For example, bananas travel about 900 miles while locally grown strawberries only travel 10-15 miles. Importing food over long distances uses more vehicle fuel and produces more pollution, making it worse for the environment. Reducing food miles by growing your own food, buying locally, and walking to shops can help lower pollution.
World Food Day 2013 focused on changing perspectives around food security to include adequate production, access, nutritional value, and waste reduction. A food system incorporates all steps from inputs like seeds and fertilizers, through production, storage, transport, trade and retail, to the consumer. While technology helps, consumers must also think globally and act locally to address our needs in a sustainable way.
Rainforest Alliance aims to make their products the "Product of Choice" on college campuses nationwide by sponsoring a tour that promotes their brand through social media, on-campus events with samples and giveaways, and an essay competition to staff the tour; the tour and competition will engage students at major universities low-costly while promoting both Rainforest Alliance and their corporate sponsors.
The Brussels Development Briefing no. 44 on “Promoting responsible and sustainable sourcing through Fair Trade” took place on 22 June 2016 from 9:00 to 13:00, at the ACP Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium.
This Briefings was co-organised by CTA, the European Commission / DEVCO, the ACP Secretariat, CONCORD and the Fair Trade Advocacy Office.
The case of reducing food losses and waste; Engaging Consumers for ChangeFrancois Stepman
The case of reducing food losses and waste; Engaging Consumers for
Change by Toine Timmermans, WUR
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
Shifting Consumption: Lessons from market transformationsFrancois Stepman
Shifting Consumption: Lessons from market transformations by Daniel Vennhard, World Resources Institute
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
Are local food systems more sustainable than global food systems?Francois Stepman
Are local food systems more sustainable than global food systems? by Gianluca Brunori, Glamor project
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
"Overview: Sustainable agriculture production and diversification for healthy...ExternalEvents
"www.fao.org/about/meetings/sustainable-food-systems-nutrition-symposium
The International Symposium on Sustainable Food Systems for Healthy Diets and Improved Nutrition was jointly held by FAO and WHO in December 2016 to explore policies and programme options for shaping the food systems in ways that deliver foods for a healthy diet, focusing on concrete country experiences and challenges. This Symposium waas the first large-scale contribution under the UN Decade of Action for Nutrition 2016-2025. This presentation was part of Parallel session 1.1: Sustainable agriculture production and diversification for healthy diets"
Food miles refer to the distance food travels from where it is grown to where it is purchased and consumed. Longer food miles result in more pollution from transportation. Calculating one's food miles can illustrate the problem. Growing one's own food, buying seasonal local food, or visiting farmer's markets are ways to reduce food miles and their associated pollution and environmental impact. The Beacon School is helping address this issue through its own garden where it grows food with no food miles.
This document discusses food miles, which refer to the distance food travels from where it is produced to where it is consumed. It has been estimated that processed food in the US travels over 1,300 miles and fresh produce travels over 1,500 miles on average before being consumed. The document examines how food miles are calculated and their impact on energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. Several studies show that food travels very long distances in the current food system. The document evaluates options for reducing the environmental impacts of long-distance food transportation.
This document discusses the development of a global food loss and waste measurement protocol. It notes that 24% of the global food supply by calories and 32% by weight are lost or wasted. Food is lost or wasted at various stages along the supply chain from farm to consumer. Food loss is more prevalent in developing countries while food waste is more prevalent in developed countries. As countries become wealthier, waste becomes more prevalent than loss. The document recommends developing a global protocol to standardize definitions, scope, units of measurement, data collection methods, and reporting to accurately measure and help reduce the amount of food lost and wasted worldwide.
Value Chains for Nutrition & Food Security (VCN)CIAT
CIAT’s strategic initiative on Sustainable Food systems
ISPC asking A4NH for more action-oriented technical research regarding VCN beyond theoretical frameworks
CIAT now part of A4NH’s Flagship on Value Chains for Nutrition (VCN). Budget allocation of 470k of W1/2 budget for 2015, implemented in Kenya, Uganda.
The Brussels Development Briefing no. 44 on “Promoting responsible and sustainable sourcing through Fair Trade” took place on 22 June 2016 from 9:00 to 13:00, at the ACP Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium.
This Briefings was co-organised by CTA, the European Commission / DEVCO, the ACP Secretariat, CONCORD and the Fair Trade Advocacy Office.
Francois Stepman, Platform for African – European Partnership in Agricultural Research for Development
15-17 October 2018. Pretoria. 2nd International Conference on Food Safety and Security. Theme: Next Generation Food Safety Technologies addressing Sustainable Development Goals.
Food miles refer to the distance food travels from where it is grown until it is purchased by consumers. For example, bananas travel about 900 miles while locally grown strawberries only travel 10-15 miles. Importing food over long distances uses more vehicle fuel and produces more pollution, making it worse for the environment. Reducing food miles by growing your own food, buying locally, and walking to shops can help lower pollution.
World Food Day 2013 focused on changing perspectives around food security to include adequate production, access, nutritional value, and waste reduction. A food system incorporates all steps from inputs like seeds and fertilizers, through production, storage, transport, trade and retail, to the consumer. While technology helps, consumers must also think globally and act locally to address our needs in a sustainable way.
Rainforest Alliance aims to make their products the "Product of Choice" on college campuses nationwide by sponsoring a tour that promotes their brand through social media, on-campus events with samples and giveaways, and an essay competition to staff the tour; the tour and competition will engage students at major universities low-costly while promoting both Rainforest Alliance and their corporate sponsors.
The Brussels Development Briefing no. 44 on “Promoting responsible and sustainable sourcing through Fair Trade” took place on 22 June 2016 from 9:00 to 13:00, at the ACP Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium.
This Briefings was co-organised by CTA, the European Commission / DEVCO, the ACP Secretariat, CONCORD and the Fair Trade Advocacy Office.
The case of reducing food losses and waste; Engaging Consumers for ChangeFrancois Stepman
The case of reducing food losses and waste; Engaging Consumers for
Change by Toine Timmermans, WUR
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
Shifting Consumption: Lessons from market transformationsFrancois Stepman
Shifting Consumption: Lessons from market transformations by Daniel Vennhard, World Resources Institute
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
Are local food systems more sustainable than global food systems?Francois Stepman
Are local food systems more sustainable than global food systems? by Gianluca Brunori, Glamor project
11 October 2016. Brussels. The role of consumers in the sustainable consumption and production in Europe and in developing countries
This lesson plan teaches students about the USDA's MyPyramid food guidance system through various classroom activities. Students will learn about the six color bands of MyPyramid and what each represents. They will analyze food groups, identify healthy options, and calculate individual nutrition recommendations. Finally, students will work in groups to create balanced menus for a day that incorporate selections from each food group. The plan includes procedures, materials, technology needs, assessment rubric, and vocabulary.
The document discusses principles of nutrition including basic nutritional concepts and terms, classification of nutrients, and the scope and importance of nutrition and health. It defines key terms like nutrition, dietetics, food, diet, and nutrients. It explains that nutrients are classified as major nutrients (macronutrients) including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and water, or minor nutrients (micronutrients) including vitamins and minerals. It also discusses how nutrition helps growth and development, prevents malnutrition, builds resistance to infection, and reduces mortality and morbidity. Finally, it covers factors that influence food habits such as superstitions, culture, religion, income, geography, and advertising.
This document provides information about healthy eating and lifestyle according to the USDA Food Pyramid guidelines. It discusses the six main food groups (grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, proteins, and oils) and recommended daily servings for each. It also stresses the importance of physical activity, aiming for 60 minutes per day of moderate or vigorous exercise. The document ends by assigning readers to draw their own personalized "My Pyramid" diagram based on the information given.
The document discusses different USDA food guides including the Food Pyramid, MyPyramid, and My Plate. The Food Pyramid recommends intake amounts for various food groups. MyPyramid expanded on this with seven categories and an emphasis on physical activity. My Plate then simplified the icon further into a place setting with distinct sections for each food group to make recommendations easier to understand. While the guides have evolved, they all aim to help people make healthy food choices.
The document discusses the food pyramid and provides guidance on eating a balanced diet from each food group. It explains the different food groups, including fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, dairy, and oils. It emphasizes choosing a variety of healthy options and limiting sweets. Regular physical activity is also recommended along with keeping a food diary to track healthy choices. The overall message is that following the food pyramid and engaging in daily physical activity can help people grow up healthy and strong.
This is the food pyramid which helps to understand what healthy eating is about. Discover the crucial weight loss factors here - http://fitbodybuzz.com/weight-loss-basics-factors/
Here is a balanced meal plan for 10 people:
Rice: 2 kilograms
Chicken: 2 whole chickens, cut into pieces
Fish: 1 kilogram of tilapia or salmon
Vegetables:
- 1 head of cabbage, sliced
- 1 bunch of carrots, sliced
- 1 bunch of string beans
- 1 package of spinach
- 1 package of mixed bell peppers
Fruits:
- 2 pineapples, sliced
- 1 watermelon, sliced
- 1 bag of apples
- 1 bag of oranges
Dairy: 1 liter of milk
Beverages: 10 bottles of water
This meal plan provides a variety of proteins (chicken, fish), carbohydrates
Nutrition, Health, And Food Pyramid Presentationguesta2759c
This document discusses nutrition and the food pyramid. It explains that nutrients from food provide energy and materials for growth and cell development. The six classes of nutrients are proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, fats, and water. It then provides details on each nutrient class and their functions. The document also explains calories and how the amount varies depending on the food. It concludes by introducing the USDA food pyramid to help people maintain a balanced diet for health.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for both physical and mental health. It notes that regular exercise can reduce the risk of diseases like heart disease and diabetes, improve mood, and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. The document recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week to gain these benefits.
The document discusses opportunities for increased cooperation between the Dutch agri-food sector and smallholder farmers in developing countries. It argues that greater partnerships could benefit smallholder farmers through professionalization and access to new markets, while also helping Dutch companies access new sourcing opportunities and emerging markets. The campaign aims to encourage businesses, governments, and knowledge institutions to intensify cooperation with smallholder farmers and their organizations to achieve sustainable development goals and meet growing global food demand.
The document summarizes highlights from a conference on accelerating progress on hunger and malnutrition. Key themes discussed include exploiting new technologies and innovations, addressing undernutrition, overweight and obesity, building healthy urban food systems, and coping with challenges. Speakers emphasized the need to act urgently to meet global nutrition targets by 2030 and leverage multisectoral partnerships. The conference brought together over 650 participants from over 65 countries to discuss challenges and opportunities for accelerating progress on global hunger and malnutrition.
Childhood obesity is a serious global public health problem. It can lead to health issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, and social discrimination. Parenting factors such as less home cooking, easy access to junk food, large portions, and less outdoor activity contribute to childhood obesity. Food marketing also influences children - they see many more ads for unhealthy drinks than healthy ones. To prevent childhood obesity, parents should limit screen time, offer balanced meals, and encourage outdoor activity while cities consider restricting junk food advertising.
For how long can the world’s agro-alimentary system be sustained? It is estimated that our global population is set to reach nine billion by 2050. Demand for food products will double by then, with an increased need for more animal proteins and processed foods. As a direct result, the food-processing sector is now gearing up to address how we are going to feed a population that is growing at a rate never experienced before by mankind.
A most interesting integrated rural development case in GhanaAmos Anyimadu
Uploaded with permission as part of the background for the presentation of Dr. Amos Anyimadu to the Chinese Embassy in Ghana/IDEG Conference on Chjina-Africa Relations, Accra, July 4, 2017.
Presentation by Jackline Kittony - Arao Marketing Director Tetra Pak Limited – East Africa
22-24 August 2018. Nairobi, Kenya. 14th Edition of the African Dairy Conference.
Is slow food a marketing tool that could make change in the social economy? Could slow food build a market for local food from the middle and upper class work that extends to transforming school lunches?
Is slow food a marketing tool that could make change in the social economy? Could slow food build a market for local food from the middle and upper class work that extends to transforming school lunches?
Slow Food is an international non-profit organization founded in 1989 to promote local food cultures and traditions. It has over 100,000 members in 160 countries working to connect producers and consumers, protect biodiversity, and make high-quality food accessible to all through education and events. Key activities include the Terra Madre network, Slow Food Presidia projects, and the Ark of Taste catalog of endangered foods.
World Environment Day is an annual event that is aimed at being the biggest and most widely celebrated global day for positive environmental action. World Environment Day activities take place all year round and climax on 5 June every year, involving everyone from everywhere.
The World Environment Day celebration began in 1972 and has grown to become one of the main vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and encourages political attention and action.
Through World Environment Day, the United Nations Environment Programme is able to personalize environmental issues and enable everyone to realize not only their responsibility, but also their power to become agents for change in support of sustainable and equitable development.
World Environment Day is also a day for people from all walks of life to come together to ensure a cleaner, greener and brighter outlook for themselves and future generations.
Everyone counts in this initiative and World Environment Day relies on you to make it happen! We call for action — organize a neighborhood clean-up, stop using plastic bags and get your community to do the same, stop food waste, walk to work, start a recycling drive . . . the possibilities are endless.
The document discusses dietary practices and food frequencies in central and southern regions of China. It finds that as China's economy has developed since the 18th century, people's diets and food consumption patterns have shifted significantly, similar to trends seen earlier in Europe and the US. This nutritional transition puts additional strain on China's natural resources. The study examines food intake data to provide an overview of current dietary customs and how frequently different foods are consumed in central and southern China.
The document outlines several strategies to promote fruit and vegetable consumption among children and mothers in the Philippines. It recommends that entertainment media targeting children promote fruits and vegetables in their programming. It also suggests encouraging fruit and vegetable consumption in schools to create awareness of their benefits. Additionally, it proposes educating mothers on the importance of healthy foods for their children and enhancing children's confidence through community activities. Various communication channels like flyers, storytelling, delivery trucks and billboards are identified. Finally, it stresses the need for involvement from all sectors of society to effectively implement related programs and projects.
The document discusses food insecurity and food deserts in the Pajaro Valley region. It defines key terms like food security, food insecurity, and food deserts. It provides statistics on food insecurity and poverty levels in Santa Cruz County. The presentation notes the health and economic implications of food insecurity, including higher rates of diet-related diseases and $167.5 billion in annual costs. It highlights several local organizations working to increase access to healthy foods and overcome food injustice in the community.
The world is facing a nutrition crisis : Approximately 3 Billion people from everyone of the worlds 193 countries have a low quality diets . Over the next 20 years , multiple forms of malnutrition will pose increasingly serious threats to global health. Population growth combined with climate change will place increasing stress on the food systems , particularly in Africa and Asia where there will be an additional two billion people in 2050 . At the same time rapidly increasing urbanisation,particularly in these two regions,will affect hunger and nutrition in complex ways - Both Positively and Negatively
This report highlights global progress and challenges in addressing malnutrition. While some countries have successfully reduced stunting rates, overall progress toward global nutrition targets is too slow. Most countries now face multiple forms of malnutrition simultaneously. Coverage of nutrition-specific interventions needs to improve. Investments in nutrition-sensitive development programs are also important to address the underlying causes of malnutrition but need to be designed and implemented in a more nutrition-sensitive way. The enabling policy environment for nutrition is strengthening in some areas but not rapidly enough. Strengthening accountability for nutrition commitments and results is a priority going forward.
By the year 2050, the world’s population is projected to swell to 9 billion. 80% of us will be urban-dwellers. Demand from developing countries for a wider range of foods is on the rise. Experts estimate that we will need new farmland larger than the size of Brazil to produce enough to meet the demands of growing populations.
Food security therefore represents one of the single biggest challenges of our future, with environmental, economic, political, and lifestyle implications.
How will we fix our broken and unsustainable systems of industrial food production to serve the needs of an ever-growing planet? In what ways will we rethink food via new practices and new technologies? This latest report from the Institute for Customer Experience considers how we are re-imagining our food practices in order to project anew our collective, global future.
GOOD NUTRITION IS THE BEDROCK OF HUMAN WELL-BEING. BEFORE BIRTH AND THROUGHOUT INFANCY, GOOD NUTRITION ALLOWS BRAIN FUNCTIONING TO evolve without impairment and immune systems to develop more robustly. For young children, good nutrition status averts death and equips the body to grow and develop to its full potential. Over the course of the human lifespan, it leads to more effective learning at school, better-nourished mothers who give birth to better-nourished children, and adults who are likelier to be productive and earn higher wages. In middle age, it gives people metabolisms that are better prepared to ward off the diseases associated with changes in diet and physical activity. Without good nutrition, people’s lives and livelihoods are built on quicksand.
Greenpeace environment session brai september (1)richikap75
Greenpeace is an independent global organization that campaigns to protect the environment since 1971. It is present in 40 countries worldwide. The document provides information about Greenpeace, its campaigns such as fighting climate change, protecting forests and oceans, addressing e-waste and genetic engineering. It also details an upcoming Greenpeace session at an office to spread awareness about environmental issues, conservation efforts, and how people can get involved to make a difference.
The Vision for Southern Africa’s Small holder FarmersFMNR Hub
This document outlines a vision for smallholder farmers in Southern Africa. It discusses the context of smallholder farmers, who face challenges such as famine, food and nutrition insecurity, poverty, and lack of access to technologies. The vision is to help all smallholder farmers, including those in different gender and hardship categories, to transition out of famine and poverty into commercial, climate-smart farming with improved food security, nutrition, income, markets, and living standards through sustainable empowerment and growth. The document proposes achieving this vision through participatory packaging of scientifically proven interventions at the village level, scaling up best practices through public-private partnerships, market-driven production, and support systems to spread solutions widely.
Agroecology in fragile contexts in sub-Saharan AfricaFrancois Stepman
12 June 2024. Agroecology in fragile contexts in sub-Saharan Africa: What can agroecology offer in times of crises? a joint initiative of the Sufosec Alliance and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Speakers:
Nicole Stolz SWISSAID SDC Headquarters
Christian Wirz VSF Switzerland
Ibrahima Aboubacar Dada SWISSAID Niger
Michael Hauser Vienna University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences
Beruk Yemane VSF Ethiopia
Barro Arnaud Albert SDC Niger ADIF
Boureima Adamou , Fastenaktion Burkina Faso
Abdikarim Aden SDC Kenya
Abel Gouba SDC Burkina Faso
The Innovative Agriculture for Smallholder Resilience (iNASHR) project (Egypt) was implemented over 3 years during which there was the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to instability in farm prices and uncertainties in water availability.
Despite this, 18 teams of Entrepreneurs for Rural Access (ERAs) serving as digital extension service providers were able to reach more than 60,000 people in rural communities between 2021 and 2023.
Three specially commissioned “farmer-to-farmer” style training videos were produced (see at the bottom of this blog post),
and 60 other relevant Access Agriculture videos were translated into Arabic and shown to farmers.
These active service providers, half of whom are women, used a solar-powered smart projector to reach communities where access to power supply, internet connection and mobile phone signal can be challenging.
West Africa Scene Setting African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electrici...Francois Stepman
6 February 2024. Drive Renewable Energy Investments in West Africa Hosted by IRENA Coalition for Action
Recording forthcoming
The session covered the African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electricity generation and transmission, delved into West Africa's electricity sector, and presented recommendations from the Policy Brief titled:
IRENA (2023) Scaling up renewable energy investments in West Africa # 12 p.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/02/drive-renewable-energy-investments-in.html
Scaling up renewable energy investments in West AfricaFrancois Stepman
6 February 2024. Drive Renewable Energy Investments in West Africa Hosted by IRENA Coalition for Action
Recording forthcoming
The session covered the African Continental Master Plan (CMP) for electricity generation and transmission, delved into West Africa's electricity sector, and presented recommendations from the Policy Brief titled:
IRENA (2023) Scaling up renewable energy investments in West Africa # 12 p.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/02/drive-renewable-energy-investments-in.html
Advances of the AU-EU FNSSA Partnership towards Food Systems TransformationFrancois Stepman
23-25 January 2024. Joint SCAR workshop: “Research needs and priorities for the transformation to Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) at European and global level”
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/research-needs-and-priorities-for.html
Research needs for sustainable food systems – concepts and prioritiesFrancois Stepman
23-25 January 2024. Joint SCAR workshop: “Research needs and priorities for the transformation to Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) at European and global level”
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/research-needs-and-priorities-for.html
The Scientific Advice Mechanism (SAM) of the EC: its principles and working p...Francois Stepman
6 - 17 March 2021. In 2021, Aarhus University hosted the first European Seminar on science-based advice in agriculture and environment
More than 200 researchers and advisers from all over Europe participated. One of the conclusions was, that there is a need to learn from each other, to share best practices and to discuss the main principles, in order to strengthen the evidence based policy development in Europe. See: https://paepard.blogspot.com/2024/01/science-based-advice-for-policy-in.html
Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers a...Francois Stepman
7 Sep 2023 12:30 - 14:00 CEST. Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers and change makers in a world of crises
Fazey, I and Colvin, J. (2023). Transformation: An introductory guide to fundamental change for researchers and change makers in a world of crises - A Report for the Transforming UK Food Systems SPF Programme. University of York, Emerald Network Ltd. #52 p.
Online workshop based on a newly published report by Professor Ioan Fazey (University of York) and Dr John Colvin (Emerald Network Ltd) for the UKRI Transforming UK Food Systems SPF Programme.
This workshop was be an opportunity to learn, and engage with others, about the concept of transformational change in a context of a rapidly changing world.
The authors gave an overview of the concept of transformation and highlighted some of the critical aspects that need to be considered when embarking on an initiative, approach or campaign which is intended to be transformational. They talked about the challenges and opportunities of adopting these concepts in practice and research and there was an opportunity for participants to explore with others their own understanding and approaches to transformation.
EO based information for food security policy and decision supportFrancois Stepman
This document discusses how Earth observation (EO) can provide evidence to support food security policies and decision making. It notes the global rise in food insecurity and outlines JRC's use of EO for agricultural monitoring, early warning systems, and yield forecasting to help policymakers. Machine learning methods are being used to improve predictive capacity of food insecurity indicators. The document also emphasizes strengthening local capacity to use geospatial data for monitoring agriculture in Africa and providing technical support for new regulations.
Presentation by Kathelijne Beenen, Netherlands Space Office - Space for Climate Adaptation and Food Security
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/earth-observation-artificial.html
Machine learning for the environment: monitoring the pulse of our Planet with...Francois Stepman
Presentation by Davis Tuia, EPFL - Machine learning for the environment: monitoring the pulse of our Planet with remotely sensed data
25 May 2023. 9H30 - 16H25 Earth Observation & Artificial Intelligence solutions for climate change challenges
This new edition of the AI4Copernicus event focused on climate change and its impact on energy, food and water security. To withstand current and future pressures on our natural resources, integrated and sustainable management practices are required to balance the needs of people, nature and the economy.
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/earth-observation-artificial.html
‘How is the African insurance industry responding to climate change?’Francois Stepman
6 June 2023. ‘How is the African insurance industry responding to climate change?’
https://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/06/how-is-african-insurance-industry.html
The insurance industry is exposed to the risks of climate change and that risk is increasing. Insurers should be aware of these risks and the potential impact on their business. A 2019 global survey [With Climate Impacts Growing, Insurance Companies Face Big Challenges] found that 72 percent of insurance companies believe climate change will affect their business, but 80 percent of them have not taken significant steps to lessen climate risks. Moreover, insurance companies invest the money from the premiums they collect in the financial markets. They have $582 billion invested in fossil fuels investments that could be devalued as climate risks increase.
As natural disasters become more frequent and more costly, insurance companies are facing big challenges. If insurers are to weather the storms ahead, they’ll need to make some changes. The insurance industry needs to make substantial changes to deal with its own climate risks. Some of these changes could also enable insurance companies to help speed the transition to a net-zero society.
Speakers
Diana Castro (picture) is part of UNEP. As the Programme
Supervisor of the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI) initiative, Diana oversees the largest collaboration between the United Nations and the insurance industry, which has over 250
members worldwide committed to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance risks into their decision-making.
Lesley Ndlovu (picture) is currently the Chief Executive Officer of African Risk Capacity “ARC” Ltd, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Kelvin Massingham is Director of Risk and Resilience at FSD Africa, where he is responsible for driving financial market innovation in Africa to increase resilience and create pathways for green finance to flow towards a net-zero and nature-positive future.
How are African banks coping with Climate ChangeFrancois Stepman
16 May 2023. This webinar discussed how climate-related risks threaten the functioning of banking institutions as well as the stability of the financial system.
Climate change and climate policy affect the balance sheets and business models of banks in different ways. African banks are vulnerable to the increasing frequency and severity of climate change shocks. They are also increasingly aware of the importance of adopting green financing principles, seeking to address risks and more importantly, to grasp new opportunities.
However, only 17% of banks have so far introduced specific green financing products, and these are estimated to account for only 2-20% of their portfolio . The webinar discussed how climate-related risks threaten the functioning of banking institutions as well as the stability of the financial system. The discussions also shed light on initiatives of banks to implement sustainable practices and central banks to create an enabling environment for sustainable finance drawing on international best practices.
http://paepard.blogspot.com/2023/05/climate-and-african-financial-sector.html
Webinar 1: Climate Change: What does it mean for the Financial Sector in Africa?
Financial institutions can play an important role in society’s adaptation to climate change risks mitigation. This webinar will highlight risks and opportunities that climate change poses for the financial sector in Africa and discuss how financial institutions can best respond to these, in a sustainable manner. In particular, the webinar is expected to:
Raise awareness on climate change within the financial industry in Africa and facilitate a broader dialogue aimed at integrating climate change considerations;
Clarify the pivotal role the financial sector can play in mitigating climate change risks and adapting to its effects; and
Present examples of transformative change in financial institutions’ practices
Speakers
Paul SMITH has worked for the climate team at the United Nations’ Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) for over four years. Paul leads UNEP FI’s climate adaptation and physical risk work supporting the Climate Risk Programme, the Climate Adaptation Working Group of the Principles for Responsible Banking and the Adaptation and Resilience Investor Collaborative (ARIC). He also leads on climate policy in partnership with the Investor Agenda and has co-authored The Climate Risk Landscape, Physically Fit? and Adapting to a New Climate, as well as contributing to Climate Risk: Managing the Financial Risk and Funding the Transition
Anthony NYONG is the Director of Climate Change and Green Growth at the AfDB. Mr. Nyong has about 30 years of experience in environmental and natural resources management, renewable energy and green growth. He was a Coordinating Lead Author for the IPCC Fourth Assessment Report and a member of the IPCC Task Group on Data and Scenario Support for Impact and Climate Analysis.
David ASHIAGBOR is the Chief Financial Sector Strategy Officer in the Financial Sector Development Department of the African Development Bank. He is currently leading the design and development of the Bank’s new Financial Sector Development Strategy, in addition to supporting the Director on policy and strategy issues.
Marina FINKEN is the Partnership Coordinator for Making Finance Work For Africa (MFW4A). She is an experienced Finance Professional who, before joining MFW4A had a successful career within Big 4 firms, providing audit and advisory services to large Banking groups and other financial services entities.
Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-...Francois Stepman
March 9 Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-Action Plan Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Marlene Lee, PRB, United States
The webinar introduces you to how you can use the Research-To-Action (R2A) Plan Section to develop a step-by-step plan to communicate your research findings, attract influential stakeholders, and ensure your research leads to action.
Capturing Attention How To Use The Research Translation Toolkit’s Communicati...Francois Stepman
March 9 Transforming Research into Programs and Policies: How to Use the Research-to-Action Plan Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Marlene Lee, PRB, United States
Speaker bios
This webinar introduces you to how you can use the Research-To-Action (R2A) Plan Section to develop a step-by-step plan to communicate your research findings, attract influential stakeholders, and ensure your research leads to action.
Generative Artificial Intelligence 3/14/2023 Johannes Schunter Head of Knowle...Francois Stepman
The document discusses the rise of generative artificial intelligence and its chatbot ChatGPT, outlining its potential uses for knowledge work including summarization, translation, and drafting as well as implications for the future of knowledge management and society. It suggests that development organizations prepare for building their own internal AI systems and discuss strategically how to handle societal impacts of information overload and job disruptions.
How to Use the Research Translation Toolkit’s Stakeholder Analysis SectionFrancois Stepman
23 February 2023 Reaching the Right People at the Right Time: How to Use the Stakeholder Analysis Section
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jose Rodriguez, International Consultant, Philippines
This webinar introduced the Stakeholder Analysis Section to identify influential individuals or groups who might use your research, and plan effective engagement with them to increase the impact of your research insights or technical innovations.
February 9 A Vital Resource: Exploring USAID’s Research Translation Toolkit
This webinar introduced the importance of research translation – the process that transforms research findings into a form that is relevant to practitioners or other audiences – and provides a high-level overview of the Research Translation Toolkit, including real world examples of research teams that have used the processes from the toolkit.
XP 2024 presentation: A New Look to Leadershipsamililja
Presentation slides from XP2024 conference, Bolzano IT. The slides describe a new view to leadership and combines it with anthro-complexity (aka cynefin).
This presentation by OECD, OECD Secretariat, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
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Carrer goals.pptx and their importance in real lifeartemacademy2
Career goals serve as a roadmap for individuals, guiding them toward achieving long-term professional aspirations and personal fulfillment. Establishing clear career goals enables professionals to focus their efforts on developing specific skills, gaining relevant experience, and making strategic decisions that align with their desired career trajectory. By setting both short-term and long-term objectives, individuals can systematically track their progress, make necessary adjustments, and stay motivated. Short-term goals often include acquiring new qualifications, mastering particular competencies, or securing a specific role, while long-term goals might encompass reaching executive positions, becoming industry experts, or launching entrepreneurial ventures.
Moreover, having well-defined career goals fosters a sense of purpose and direction, enhancing job satisfaction and overall productivity. It encourages continuous learning and adaptation, as professionals remain attuned to industry trends and evolving job market demands. Career goals also facilitate better time management and resource allocation, as individuals prioritize tasks and opportunities that advance their professional growth. In addition, articulating career goals can aid in networking and mentorship, as it allows individuals to communicate their aspirations clearly to potential mentors, colleagues, and employers, thereby opening doors to valuable guidance and support. Ultimately, career goals are integral to personal and professional development, driving individuals toward sustained success and fulfillment in their chosen fields.
Collapsing Narratives: Exploring Non-Linearity • a micro report by Rosie WellsRosie Wells
Insight: In a landscape where traditional narrative structures are giving way to fragmented and non-linear forms of storytelling, there lies immense potential for creativity and exploration.
'Collapsing Narratives: Exploring Non-Linearity' is a micro report from Rosie Wells.
Rosie Wells is an Arts & Cultural Strategist uniquely positioned at the intersection of grassroots and mainstream storytelling.
Their work is focused on developing meaningful and lasting connections that can drive social change.
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This presentation, created by Syed Faiz ul Hassan, explores the profound influence of media on public perception and behavior. It delves into the evolution of media from oral traditions to modern digital and social media platforms. Key topics include the role of media in information propagation, socialization, crisis awareness, globalization, and education. The presentation also examines media influence through agenda setting, propaganda, and manipulative techniques used by advertisers and marketers. Furthermore, it highlights the impact of surveillance enabled by media technologies on personal behavior and preferences. Through this comprehensive overview, the presentation aims to shed light on how media shapes collective consciousness and public opinion.
This presentation by Professor Alex Robson, Deputy Chair of Australia’s Productivity Commission, was made during the discussion “Competition and Regulation in Professions and Occupations” held at the 77th meeting of the OECD Working Party No. 2 on Competition and Regulation on 10 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/crps.
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Suzanne Lagerweij - Influence Without Power - Why Empathy is Your Best Friend...Suzanne Lagerweij
This is a workshop about communication and collaboration. We will experience how we can analyze the reasons for resistance to change (exercise 1) and practice how to improve our conversation style and be more in control and effective in the way we communicate (exercise 2).
This session will use Dave Gray’s Empathy Mapping, Argyris’ Ladder of Inference and The Four Rs from Agile Conversations (Squirrel and Fredrick).
Abstract:
Let’s talk about powerful conversations! We all know how to lead a constructive conversation, right? Then why is it so difficult to have those conversations with people at work, especially those in powerful positions that show resistance to change?
Learning to control and direct conversations takes understanding and practice.
We can combine our innate empathy with our analytical skills to gain a deeper understanding of complex situations at work. Join this session to learn how to prepare for difficult conversations and how to improve our agile conversations in order to be more influential without power. We will use Dave Gray’s Empathy Mapping, Argyris’ Ladder of Inference and The Four Rs from Agile Conversations (Squirrel and Fredrick).
In the session you will experience how preparing and reflecting on your conversation can help you be more influential at work. You will learn how to communicate more effectively with the people needed to achieve positive change. You will leave with a self-revised version of a difficult conversation and a practical model to use when you get back to work.
Come learn more on how to become a real influencer!