Waste is a human-made byproduct that is not in sync with nature; all natural systems are innately circular. Our linear economic module based on the take-make-discard approach, has been increasingly polluting the planet and infringing on our planetary boundaries. Switching to a circular economy provides a path towards economic and social wellbeing, while protecting and […]
Waste is a human-made byproduct that is not in sync with nature; all natural systems are innately circular. Our linear economic module based on the take-make-discard approach, has been increasingly polluting the planet and infringing on our planetary boundaries. Switching to a circular economy provides a path towards economic and social wellbeing, while protecting and […]
In 2019, the United Nations (UN) Secretary General called for a global summit on the future of food systems. This UN 2021 Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) (hereafter called the “summit”) took place in Rome in September 2021. The summit was underpinned by an inclusive engagement process to deliver progress on all 17 UN Sustainable Development […]
In June 2024, FSN-IL collaborated with the Aspen Global Climate Institute (AGCI), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture/National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA/NIFA) to co-host the "Reducing Food Loss and Waste: Dual Impact Actions to Address Climate Change and Improve […]
Webinar Description: Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a transformative approach to local food systems that connects consumers directly to producers. This model promotes sustainable farming practices, enhances food security, and supports local economies. By participating in CSA programs, members gain access to fresh, seasonal produce while investing in the resilience and health of their communities. […]
Nepal, like many low-and-middle income countries, faces significant challenges in ensuring access to safe, nutrient-rich perishable foods across its diverse food systems. As the country aims to overcome challenges related to food security, nutrition, and sustainability, it becomes crucial to explore scalable innovations across the food systems that can address these challenges effectively and sustainably. […]
Malawi, like many low-and-middle income countries, faces significant challenges in ensuring access to safe, nutrient-rich perishable foods across its diverse food systems. As the country aims to overcome challenges related to food security, nutrition, and sustainability, it becomes crucial to explore scalable innovations across the food systems that can address these challenges effectively and sustainably. […]
Webinar Description: This webinar addresses two critical aspects of public health and nutrition: the impact of climate change on food security and crop nutrition, and enhancing nutrition, health, wellness, and quality of life through integrative approaches. The webinar explores how environmental temperature changes affect crop yield, nutrient content, and the spread of foodborne and waterborne […]
In September 2024, FSN-IL collaborated with the the Ministry of Agriculture in Malawi, the Malawi National Planning Commission (NPC), the MwAPATA Institute, and others to co-host the 2024 Malawi Productivity and Agricultural Commercialization Conference (MAPCC). The theme for this year's conference was "Transforming Agrifood Systems to Generate Wealth for All." Over the course of the […]
Translating Research to Action: Innovation Lab Influence in Policy and Program Design for Effective ScalingAt this year’s annual meeting, we will discuss how the theory of change espoused by the FTF Innovation Labs translates into expected outcomes, as well as localization approaches, successes and opportunities for improvement, and what types of support structures are needed […]