UNDP Food & Agricultural Commodity Systems

🚨The call for sustainable food systems has never been more urgent.  We must prioritise sustainability from farm to table; produce agricultural commodities without deforestation or habitat conversion; and revitalise soils and degraded areas.     FOLUR’s power and potential lies in its practical agribusiness approach: by engaging both the private and public sectors in discussions and knowledge exchanges, transformations in the agricultural landscape are underway.     Learn more in the new annual report:  https://lnkd.in/ewkrz2vi  #FOLURImpact 

The call for sustainable food systems has never been more urgent.    We must prioritise sustainability from farm to table; produce agricultural commodities without deforestation or habitat conversion; and revitalise soils and degraded areas.     FOLUR’s power and potential lies in its practical agribusiness approach: by engaging both the private and public sectors in discussions and knowledge exchanges, transformations in the agricultural landscape are underway.     Learn more in the new annual report:  https://lnkd.in/ewkrz2vi  #FOLURImpact 

🌏 A whole-of-government approach towards resilient Food Systems    Food systems cut across all aspects of our economy and society, this is why we need collaborative efforts to drive change in a systemic way.    Transforming food systems is key to building resilience, equity, and sustainability. But it's not just about changing a part—it's about a holistic shift engaging the entire government and society.    To achieve significant change “we need to tackle a broader range of challenges than those which fall into the mandate and responsibilities of Ministries of Agriculture. Food is a development issue and that means involving a wide range of Ministries and government agencies in the transformational effort” writes Andrew Bovarnick, UNDP Food & Agricultural Commodity Systems Global Head, in his latest blog.    From agricultural subsidies and taxes, to land use planning and health and nutrition, take a look at 10 policy areas to tackle in a coordinated way to make a dent in food systems transformation.    ➡️ Read the blog and join the journey towards food systems resilience: https://lnkd.in/d8Wr8E_7 

🌱 Food systems involve complex challenges, which call for a systemic, multi-level and #multistakeholder approach for addressing issues across economic, social and environmental dimensions—the so-called food systems approach.    To adopt this joint approach, UN Environment Programme, FAO, and UNDP have joined forces to create a best practices guide. Based on five building blocks for effective collaboration among multiple stakeholders in the transformation of food systems, this guide employs these frameworks to showcase the key components of the process and highlight the interdependence of the necessary steps for achieving success.    Join the journey of rethinking our food systems for a better future. Download "Rethinking Our food Systems: A Guide for Multi-stakeholder Collaboration" now available in English, Spanish and French: https://go.undp.org/oW5 

Land Restoration: The key to securing biodiversity, climate action and livelihoods Land degradation affects the well-being of more than 3 billion people and accounts for over 10% of global GDP losses due to declining biodiversity and ecosystem services. Despite international commitments, restoration efforts remain insufficient to achieve global targets. So, what’s working in the restoration of agrifood landscapes? This new Evidensia briefing delves into the key challenges and barriers to restoration within commodity production landscapes. Through three case studies from Latin America, Africa and Asia, we explore innovative approaches that are overcoming these obstacles, as well as recommendations for bridging the finance gap, increasing private sector involvement, and scaling up restoration efforts through multi-stakeholder collaboration and landscape-level approaches. 👉 Explore the full paper here: https://t.ly/LML7f Global Environment Facility - The World Bank - UNDP

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking session at Day 2 of the Oxford Real Farming Conference! 🌿 We're excited to invite you to Land, Food, and Spirit — a workshop hosted by the UNDP-convened Conscious Food Systems Alliance (CoFSA). This session will explore the profound connection between farming, spirituality, and agroecology. UNDP Food & Agricultural Commodity Systems Global Head, Andrew Bovarnick, will join a high-level panel of scientists, farmers and agronomists, to explore how a deeper, reciprocal relationship with Nature and cultivating our inner capacities could transform the future of food and farming. Are you ready to explore the heart of agroecology and how we can build a fairer, more sustainable food system? 📅 When? Tomorrow, Friday 10th January at 10-11 am, GMT 🔗 Register now to join us online: https://lnkd.in/e2SfQ9PH #ORFC #Agroecology

🔍 How can we navigate through the waters of Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation (MLE) to drive systemic change? MLE encompasses adaptable frameworks with processes, best practices, and tools that are strategically tailored for the uniqueness of organizations and sector-specific initiatives. Adopting this system is a journey that requires a deep commitment to learning and adaptation. By adopting a systems-oriented approach, MLE practitioners can effectively navigate the complexities of systems change initiatives. UNDP, in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Centre for Public Impact (CPI), is advancing innovative monitoring, learning, and evaluation (MLE) approaches for systems change in development. Through the Systems MLE project, we’ve learned from practitioners, case studies, and experiments to help navigate the complexities of food and agriculture systems transformation. This new article shares lessons from our journey to create an innovative guidance—embracing new perspectives, fostering collaboration and adaptability, rethinking existing values, and shaping new ones. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dD5Zms3s

🌊 How can we safeguard our oceans? The ocean is a powerhouse for biodiversity, containing thousands of species, with many more remaining to be discovered. Yet it faces mounting threats. It is vital to the health of our planet and to the well-being of billions of people. “The ocean is the foundation of life itself. But we are destroying the health of our ocean (…) Changing the tide means changing mindsets —and changing behaviour. It requires greater focus on sustainable fisheries, aquaculture…” stated United Nations Secretary António Guterres at UN Ocean Conference. Having a systemic perspective to blue food is key. This implies an ecosystemic lens and bringing sea food to those who need it the most, meaning, sustainable and inclusive fisheries. "In Harmony with Nature's Rhythm" spotlights groundbreaking conservation projects, from community-driven aquaculture in the Caribbean to local conservation efforts in Madagascar and Malaysia. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/ddc_6dEB #ForPeopleForPlanet #PeaceWithNature

🌍 2024: A year of resilience, collaboration, and hope for global Food Systems   In a year marked by global challenges, 2024 has also been a year of hope and transformation.    At UNDP, we’ve worked tirelessly with our partners to address the ongoing food crisis and strengthen food systems around the world.    As we look ahead to 2025, we are more committed than ever to driving systemic change and deep collaboration that nourishes people and the planet. Together, we can turn crises into opportunities and shape a brighter future for all where no one is left behind.    Let’s continue building resilience and inspiring action. Here are some of the highlights of our work from the past year in photos 📷. 

Listening to the Land: A day of connection and conversation 🌿 How can we cultivate a deeper, more reciprocal relationship with the natural world? As farmers, growers, activists, and advocates of agroecology, many of us feel a profound connection to the land. Yet expressing this connection can often feel elusive. One day before the Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC), join the UNDP-convened Conscious Food Systems Alliance (CoFSA), along with Real Farming Trust (RFT) and Animate Earth Collective for an inspiring day of discussion, talks, and ceremony. We invite you to: - Share and learn from indigenous elders and other visionaries - Reflect on the inner capacities we need for systemic change - Build community with those who share similar values 📅 Wednesday, 8th January 2025, from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm 📍 St Columba’s URC, Oxford (OX1 4EH), UK. 🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/eBr7aHYu Together, let’s deepen our commitment to the land and explore new ways to progress the agroecological movement. Spaces are limited to 100, so please register to secure your spot!