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Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Food sustainability education is a route to healthier eating […]

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:52:45 +0100

Food sustainability education is a route to healthier eating but also to a more resilient food future for all.

It is crucial that young generations learn to promote sustainable development and preserve the planet’s resources.

This webinar is organized in cooperation with Future Food Institute and Kazakh…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: On the occasion of the 11 years since the recognition of the […]

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 09:46:27 +0100

On the occasion of the 11 years since the recognition of the #MediterraneanDiet as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, today Future of Food Institute is in Pollica (Italy) to celebrate this concrete example of integral ecology and healthy and sustainable lifestyle.
Food is life, nourishment, but it is also a powerful vehicle of values, culture, symbols… Read more

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: #FoodSystemsTalks: Shedding light on key game-changing […]

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:51:12 +0100

#FoodSystemsTalks: Shedding light on key game-changing solutions towards food systems transformation

In the support of the UN #FoodSystemSummit, the Issue-Based Coalition (IBC) on Sustainable Food Systems is launching the ‘Food Systems Talks’ series as an engaging opportunity to increase awareness on how food systems are interlinked in all thr…

FOOD SYSTEMS TALKS: Scaling-up nutrition as part of the food systems transformation

The First Food System Talk will set the scene for the series of thematic talks, focusing on why food systems transformation is necessary to achieve the healt...

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Following the COP26 summit to accelerate action towards the […]

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 09:21:40 +0100

Following the COP26 summit to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, this virtual event will serve as an opportunity to underscore the inextricable link between climate and food, building on the outcome of both the UN Food Systems Summit and COP26, and looking into next…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: EIT Food´s call for innovative proposals to build a […]

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 17:00:04 +0100

EIT Food´s call for innovative proposals to build a future-fit #FoodSystem is now open!

EIT Food is looking to identify and fund projects that demonstrate innovative, technological and sustainable solutions to some of the biggest challenges the food system is facing and is interested in innovative solutions that are mature for market…

EIT Food Call for Proposals 2022

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Global food systems account for 1/3 of total Greenhouse Gas […]

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:10:54 +0100

Global food systems account for 1/3 of total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions.

Cities have a key role to play through integrated food policies…

Has your city signed the #GlasgowDeclaration yet?

https://www.glasgowdeclaration.org/

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Ahead of the COP26, what are the key issues to be considered […]

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 07:51:36 +0100

Ahead of the COP26, what are the key issues to be considered if we want to improve the economic, social and environmental sustainability of the food systems in Europe and Central Asia?

Share with the community your ideas and solutions!

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Food and Agriculture Offers Solutions to the Climate Crisis. […]

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:17:44 +0100

Food and Agriculture Offers Solutions to the Climate Crisis.

Food Tank, WWF in collaboration with the Rockefeller Foundation, WHO, Nourish Scotland, Aleph Farms and more will be organizing a terrific series of events at the COP26.

All events are free to attend in-person and virtually.

Check this…

COP26 Events: Food and Agriculture Offers Solutions to the Climate Crisis.

Food and Agriculture Offers Solutions to the Climate Crisis. Events at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26). Attend in person or stream!

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hello ECA Community.🍎🥗🍽Happy World Food Day!On the occasion […]

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 11:44:10 +0100

Hello ECA Community.🍎🥗🍽

Happy World Food Day!

On the occasion of World Food Day 2021, FAO, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Sustainability Academy and the Turkish Food & Beverage Industry Employers Association are jointly organizing the 7th Sustainable Food Summit. Bringing together leading figures from public institutions, the private…

7th Sustainable Food Summit | FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The future of food is in our hands. Join our discussions […]

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 13:15:55 +0100

The future of food is in our hands. Join our discussions groups to tell us more about solutions on the upcoming #WorldFoodDay.

An agrifood system is a complex term that may seem far from your reality, but do you know our lives depend on them? Every time you eat, you participate in the system.

The food we choose and the way we produce, prepare, cook…

About | World Food Day

The future of food is in our hands. Better production, better nutrition, better environment and a better life.

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: FAO and the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional […]

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:27:49 +0100

FAO and the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments, in partnership with the Working Group on Urban Food Systems, are organizing the Local and Regional Governments Day “Inclusive and sustainable urban food systems for urban and territorial development”, within the framework of the UN Food Systems Summit on 22 September, 16:30-18:30 CES… Read more

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Local and Regional Governments Day - “Inclusive and sustainable urban food systems for territorial development”. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Virtual event on the occasion of the United Nations Food Systems Summit co-organized by the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments and the Food and Agriculture Organization, in partnership with the Working Group on Urban Food Systems September 22, … Continue reading

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: We are pleased to see the national pathways from our region […]

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:57:54 +0100

We are pleased to see the national pathways from our region being presented in the UNFSS gateway website.

Discover more on the Finnish National Pathways, recently published here: https://summitdialogues.org/overview/member-state-food-systems-summit-dialogues/convenors/

Member State Dialogue Convenors and Pathways - Food Systems Summit Dialogues

United Nations (UN) Member States have been invited by the UN Deputy Secretary-General to nominate a high-level individual from within the Government to convene a series of Member State Dialogues as part of the Food Systems Summit process.

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Albania has concluded the Member State Dialogue of the 2021 […]

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:32:03 +0100

Albania has concluded the Member State Dialogue of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit by holding the final National Dialogue “From food, nutrition, and health, to equitable, resilient and sustainable food systems in Albania.”

The final Dialogue has been a meaningful opportunity to involve and engage with key actors of the food systems in the cou…

Albania shapes a pathway for sustainable food systems of the country - the final Member State Dialogue of the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit.

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: “Food system challenges and priorities in the ECA Region, t […]

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:08:49 +0100

“Food system challenges and priorities in the ECA Region, to be considered when transforming food systems, and improving sustainability” – Working Paper

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hello ECA Community! 👥We are pleased to share with you the […]

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:06:07 +0100

Hello ECA Community! 👥

We are pleased to share with you the paper on “Food system challenges and priorities in the ECA Region, to be considered when transforming food systems, and improving sustainability”, latest product developed by the Issue-based Coalition on Sustainable Food Systems to support Member Countries, in the context of the UN Food…

Valentina replied to a discussion in the forum Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:33:14 +0100

Reply to Share your ideas on how to make ECA food system safer, stronger & more equitable

Thanks a lot, Ayesha for the great inputs.

Do you know any great initiative in the region that could represent a role-model to be taken into consideration in order to apply your thoughts?

Glad to see that also youth has a great role in transforming our food systems.

Ayesha replied to a discussion in the forum Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 08:24:13 +0100

Reply to Share your ideas on how to make ECA food system safer, stronger & more equitable

In my opinion, one of the ways we can make the ECA food system safer and stronger is to make sure it’s accessible to those who need it most. Accessibility is a huge problem when it comes to this stuff in terms of geography, pricing, and other factors.

Sustainability is also usually treated lightly amongst people so it is also important to find a…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: 📸 How do you see food sustainability? Don't forget to share […]

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:51:03 +0100

📸 How do you see food sustainability?

Don’t forget to share with us your images, visualizing your success stories and good practices in the Europe and Central Asia region.

Here is my photo, taken during the launch event of the Encyclical Laudato Sì in St. Peter, Vatican, Rome, Italy.

Unless we don’t deal with climate change, hunger and…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Di you join the Pre-Summit?Some of the key figures: 👥500 […]

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:34:23 +0100

Di you join the Pre-Summit?

Some of the key figures:

👥500 delegates in person

🗣62 ministers

🌎145 countries

🎯Over 2,500 ideas received

🖥 20,000 people online

Many ministers from Europe and Central Asia region also joined.

The backdrop of the UN Food Systems Pre-Summit was a renewed, common understanding that food systems have an outsized role regarding…

On-demand: Member State Statemens

26-28 July 2021

Robert posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: For the first time in Indonesian history, a fruit export […]

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:18:22 +0100

For the first time in Indonesian history, a fruit export company certify themselves with a social responsibility platform so their farmers and employees are paid fairly and receive yearly bonus out of the sales performance.😁

http://www.fruitnet.com/asiafruit/article/183676/java-fresh-awarded-smeta-certificate

Java Fresh awarded Smeta certificate

Indonesian exotic fruit exporter Java Fresh proves its commitment to ethical trade with Sedex Smeta accreditation

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: 👏A BIG CONGRATS to the 10 SMEs from Europe and Central Asia […]

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:54:34 +0100

👏A BIG CONGRATS to the 10 SMEs from Europe and Central Asia for winning the “Good Food for All” competition!

A Cozinha by Antonio Loureiro from Portugal

AGRO IRIS d.o.o. from Serbia

AQysta from the Netherlands

Blagichka Ltd. – the zero waste company from Bulgaria

Briskly from Russian Federation

Encantado de Comerte from España

Fresh.Land from Denm…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The Food Systems Pre-Summit is bringing together […]

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 08:25:40 +0100

The Food Systems
Pre-Summit is bringing together stakeholders from across the Earth to transform our food systems, exploring science and innovation, youth action, Indigenous Peoples’ food systems, and much more!

We just heard about the ECA region: Albania, Armenia, Denmark, Georgia, Kyrgystan and more to come.

Are you following the conversation? h…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Today The Food System Pre-Summit is kicking off. This is […]

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:20:15 +0100

Today The Food System Pre-Summit is kicking off.

This is just the beginning.

We should stay committed to building and developing sustainable food systems on a long-term basis. We know the problems, we know the solutions. It’s time to act.

Show us your “game-changing solutions.”

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The COVID-19 pandemic impacted our food choices on healthy […]

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 06:25:23 +0100

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted our food choices on healthy diets, showing us how climate-food systems-people are closely interlinked.

The Pre-Summit is a “People’s Summit”, and it will bring together youth, farmers, indigenous peoples, civil society, researchers, private sector, policy leaders and ministers of agriculture, environment, healt…

Pre-Summit | United Nations

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hello ECA Community! 🌍We are pleased to share with you the […]

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:34:52 +0100

Hello ECA Community! 🌍

We are pleased to share with you the Official Feedback Form related to the Europe and Central Asia Regional Dialogue, which has just been published on the Summit Dialogues Gateway at the following link: https://summitdialogues.org/dialogue/17447/official-feedback-17447-en.pdf?t=1627050054

Ahead of the Pre-Summit next week,…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The second Synthesis Reports of Member State and Independent […]

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 15:44:12 +0100

The second Synthesis Reports of Member State and Independent Dialogues are now available!

Member State Synthesis Report 2

Independent Dialogue Synthesis Report 2

As of July 2021, over 140 UN Member States have joined the programme with over 460 Dialogues announced on the Gateway.

Convenors are announcing Member State Dialogues regularly. Upcoming…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: In case you have missed our Regional Dialogue, an […]

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 09:57:15 +0100

In case you have missed our Regional Dialogue, an Independent Dialogue organized under the framework of the UN Food Systems Summit Dialogues, here is the link to the watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qdR8YgR5cY

The Regional dialogue was convened to discuss key policy and governance issues related to sustainable food systems, with a…

Mashego posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: I am new here need some guidelines Coming From Rural Limpopo […]

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 23:11:07 +0100

I am new here need some guidelines Coming From Rural Limpopo Province of South Africa realised the devastating effects of current system made Chief’s land useless, arable land becoming virgin, on good climate. How do we get the backyards and Community fields and livestock roaring again through derisking and sustainable crops and livestock d… Read more

DACOBELL TACHAM posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: i believe the government especially in African countries, […]

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 08:44:21 +0100

i believe the government especially in African countries, should encourage farming by orientating students how important farming is especially for the future as food shortage is knocking at our doors, the government should also provide farming lands in hecters for rent at low cost , improve farming to market roads so farming products can easily be…

Forkous posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Thanks true sir it's necessary if not by the year 2030 food […]

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 12:28:17 +0100

Thanks true sir it’s necessary if not by the year 2030 food might not be enough to feed the growing population

Forkous posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: To reverse food insecurity, the community has to be educated […]

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 06:14:37 +0100

To reverse food insecurity, the community has to be educated on the risk of food insecurity, the dangers involved with it’s forthcoming as it’s increasing on daily basis. A lot has to be done first by orientating the people before any improvement can be done.

Forkous posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The number of people going down due to food insecurity […]

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 05:18:41 +0100

The number of people going down due to food insecurity around the globe is seriously increasing as the days go by due to lack of funds for small holders to manage and improve on their on the quality of food they produce

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: The number of people facing acute food insecurity has hit a […]

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:53:20 +0100

The number of people facing acute food insecurity has hit a five-year high, according to a recently released annual report by the Global Network Against Food Crises (GNAFC) – an international alliance of the United Nations, the European Union, governmental and non-governmental agencies working to tackle food crises. In addition, the report noted t…

To Reverse Food Insecurity Build a Climate Resilient Agricultural Sector

The continued increase in food insecurity is making it clear that our current food systems are not resilient. How can we reverse these worrisome trends?

Patrycja posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hi everyone,Last time I have to do some project about […]

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 10:25:16 +0100

Hi everyone,

Last time I have to do some project about vegetable sector focus on tomatoes.
I thought about how manufacturers strive to be environmentally friendly, develop new technologies. In some greenhouses in Poland, led lighting is used, it is the least energy-intensive (40% less than HPS light). On a large scale, this is definitely a good…

Brighter Lives, Better World | Signify

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Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Get inspired! Let's build innovative solutions on the food […]

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:06:46 +0100

Get inspired!

Let’s build innovative solutions on the food systems and see examples with impact in real-world settings.

Join entrepreneurs, food producers, researchers, policy makers, businesses, students, NGOs, investors, and others to explore food system solutions, connect with funding, learn about upcoming events and opportunities, and access…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: 💡Join our Discussions. Tell us the initiatives and […]

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:39:48 +0100

💡Join our Discussions.

Tell us the initiatives and game-changing solutions being undertaken in Europe and Central Asia to improve the sustainability of the food systems.

Share any ideas and vision for the sustainability of the food systems in the region, and any actions you are directly engaged in.

Feel free to join the discussion as individual or…

Discussions – Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia – Food Systems Summit Community

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: In case you have missed the Regional Dialogue for Europe and […]

Tue, 25 May 2021 12:58:32 +0100

In case you have missed the Regional Dialogue for Europe and Central Asia today, here is the link to the YouTube recorded video.

The United Nations Food Systems Summit is an opportunity to rethink our food systems and launch new actions to transform the way we produce, transform and consume food.

This echoes across the Europe and Central Asia…

Ewa posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: An interesting report: Making better policies for food […]

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:27:18 +0100

An interesting report: Making better policies for food systems, OECD, January 2021.

https://doi.org/10.1787/ddfba4de-en

https://www.oecd.org/food-systems/

Valeria posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Viticulture in Lanzarote' volcanic soil and arid climate […]

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:35:53 +0100

Viticulture in Lanzarote’ volcanic soil and arid climate (Spain) – Sustainable food systems must build on traditional knowledge. In Lanzarote, wine producers are following techniques developed in the 18th century. They plant their crops in holes to protect the grapes from the strong winds and to ensure that the roots can better access the n…

Divine Ntiokam posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Great job indeed.

Sat, 22 May 2021 00:24:33 +0100

Great job indeed.

David posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hi - our magazine Where the Leaves Fall, apart from running […]

Fri, 21 May 2021 21:04:45 +0100

Hi – our magazine Where the Leaves Fall, apart from running the Good Food 4 All photography competition (https://wheretheleavesfall.com/good-food-for-all-photography-competition/) is also exploring various aspects of the Action Tracks in the magazine. We’ve just published issue #6 with an introduction by Thin Lei Win, a Q%A with Chef Conor Spacey,… Read more

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Today is the International Bees Day!Pollinators such as bees […]

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:03:15 +0100

Today is the International Bees Day!

Pollinators such as bees are vital to many of our food crops – but across the globe they’re declining.

In the Netherlands, more than half of bee species have come under threat as areas of wildflowers have given way to agricultural land.The country launched a national pollinator strategy to help, with innovative m…

How insect hotels and honey highways are helping save bees in the Netherlands

These Dutch ‘bed and breakfasts’ are like no other - and guest don't stung with a cost.

Durra posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Have you ever heard the dish called “Eggy girs”? It is one […]

Wed, 19 May 2021 10:36:41 +0100

Have you ever heard the dish called “Eggy girs”? It is one of the specific dough meals of Gakh, Azerbaijan. You can see the details in the video link below.

The project ′′ Development of sustainable and inclusive local food systems in the Northwestern region of Azerbaijan ′′ is implemented with the support of the UN Food and Agriculture Organizatio…

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Hi Europe and Central Asia Community! We want to hear from […]

Tue, 18 May 2021 13:16:41 +0100

Hi Europe and Central Asia Community!

We want to hear from you. Don’t be shy.

Here is my image of food sustainability – it is crucial to re-think the way we look at food and agriculture to ensure a sustainable life for the people and the planet.

This is a landscape of a famous place in Central Italy, Castelluccio di Norcia, where lentils and pulses…

Giordano posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: photo taken yesterday, May 14, in Proceno, central Italy, […]

Sat, 15 May 2021 08:16:24 +0100

photo taken yesterday, May 14, in Proceno, central Italy, near the border between Lazio, Tuscany and Umbria, on my farm, during a strange and rainy spring day. Giordano Masini.

Valentina posted an update in the group Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia: Welcome to the Europe and Central Asia Digital Community […]

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:03:35 +0100

Welcome to the Europe and Central Asia Digital Community Platform! 👥🥗🌍

We want to hear from you!

Join our discussions groups and tell us how you are contributing to make our food systems more sustainable in Europe and Central Asia.

Can’t wait to hear your stories and initiatives.

Valentina started a new discussion in the forum Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:41:16 +0100

Share your ideas on how to make ECA food system safer, stronger & more equitable

Tell us the initiatives and game-changing solutions being undertaken in Europe and Central Asia to improve the sustainability of the food systems. Share any ideas and vision for the sustainability of the food systems in the region, and any actions you are directly engaged in.

Feel free to join the discussion as individual or as representative of…

Valentina started a new discussion in the forum Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:38:59 +0100

Economic, social and environmental sustainability of the food systems in ECA

What are the key issues to be considered if we want to improve the economic, social and environmental sustainability of the food systems in Europe and Central Asia?

Who has a role in addressing these issues?

Valentina started a new discussion in the forum Food Systems in Europe and Central Asia

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:31:35 +0100

Photo sharing on Food Sustainability - Visual Contest

We want to see sustainable food systems’ solutions for Europe and Central Asia through your lens!

Capture a photograph of possible solutions for transforming food systems, showing how we can better produce, consume and use food in Europe and Central Asia to balance people’s needs and the health of our planet .

Show us how food systems – from far…