Feed the Future Market Systems and Partnerships 的动态

Exploring the Future of Food Sustainability and Nutrition Security in Nigeria With a rapidly growing population, ensuring access to sufficient, nutritious, and affordable food is no longer just a goal—it’s necessary. Nigeria’s food landscape is evolving, driven by innovative approaches like climate-smart agriculture, digital technologies, and strategic policies. This blog dives into the challenges and opportunities shaping the nation’s food security, highlighting solutions that can empower local farmers, reduce post-harvest losses, and promote sustainable practices. Together, we can build a resilient and food-secure Nigeria! Read more to discover the future of food sustainability in Nigeria. https://lnkd.in/dH7eiMux . . . . #FoodSecurity #NutritionSecurity #SustainableAgriculture #Nigeria #FarmTech

Yesterday, July 23, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration held The White House Super Pollutants Summit where it announced new USG actions to address climate super-pollutants, including 9 new private sector partners with USAID under the Feed the Future Food Loss and Waste (FLW) Accelerator, implemented by Feed the Future Market Systems and Partnerships https://lnkd.in/dzCewUTk We’re excited to work with these new partners in #Kenya, #Nepal, #Tanzania. Combined with the three existing MSP FLW partners, these nine new partners will upcycle or otherwise prevent over 85,000 metric tons of FLW while creating more than 600 new jobs through innovative food processing and storage and other circular economy approaches. New private sector partners are: Kenya: Best Tropical Fruits, MAVUNO ORGANICS, Regen Organics Nepal: aQysta | Small Farmers. Big Impact Tanzania: Aviv, BioBuu, Dark Earth Carbon, EA Foods, Flamingoo Foods Swipe through the carousel below to see the innovative projects and solutions each new partner is bringing to tackle FLW. For more details, visit the FLW Accelerator landing page to learn about these initiatives and their broader impact. For an in-depth look at each partner, check out the new FLW lookbook https://lnkd.in/dUF4fQdu #superpollutants #methane #marketsystemsdevelopment #WhiteHouseSuperPollutantsSummit

Addressing South Africa's Food Security Challenge: The Role of Private Business ?? South Africa faces a growing food security issue that, if left unchecked, could impact not just the vulnerable, but the nation as a whole. Rising food prices, climate change, and limited access to quality agricultural resources are straining our ability to ensure food reaches every household. So, what can be done to combat this challenge? 1. Promoting sustainable agriculture: Investing in modern farming techniques, especially those that focus on water conservation and soil health, can drastically improve yields. This means embracing innovation like hydroponics, regenerative agriculture, and climate-smart farming. 2. Empowering local farmers: Providing support in the form of financing, technology, and training to small-scale farmers can significantly increase food production and economic participation, particularly in rural areas. 3. Improving infrastructure: Ensuring efficient transport and storage systems can reduce post-harvest losses, which are a major issue in getting food from farms to the market. This is where private businesses can play a pivotal role. By partnering with government and community stakeholders, businesses can: ☆ Invest in agricultural innovation to drive productivity. ☆ Support small-scale farmers through funding, mentorship, and resources to help them scale their operations. ☆ Foster the development of local supply chains to reduce dependence on imports and ensure food availability even during global supply chain disruptions. At Mtheza Legacy Holdings, we believe that addressing food security is not just a moral obligation but also a smart investment in South Africa’s future. When private businesses step up, we can collectively transform our agricultural sector, ensuring a more resilient food system for generations to come. Together, let’s build a future where every South African has access to safe, nutritious food. ???? #FoodSecurity #AgriculturalInnovation #PrivateSectorImpact #MthezaLegacyHoldings #Sustainability #EmpoweringCommunities

?? New report alert! Faith-based organizations have a crucial role to play in reducing #food loss & waste. This World Resources Institute's working paper examines current food loss and waste efforts led by faith-based organizations (FBOs) in #Rwanda, which manage 30 percent of the nation’s health facilities and 75 percent of schools—sectors that are considerably engaged in food systems. The paper also looks at the barriers and opportunities to make progress and how FBO action might contribute to national food loss and waste reduction targets. It provides a set of recommendations to support FBOs in contributing to Rwanda’s food system sustainability goals. ?? Read the report here ?? https://lnkd.in/ec4YuSXg Kudos to the autors - Sophia Sanniti, Jules Kazungu, Carrick Reddin, Eric Ruzigamanzi, Brian Lipinski and Dr. James Wangu. WRI Africa International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) #FaithAndFLW #FaithBasedEngagement #SustFoodFuture #GreenRwanda

In the words of Mayowa Lawrence Ekundayo, "Food System Transformation is not a choice; it is an imperative." Today, we urge you to commit to contributing to the achievement of food security in our land. It can be as little as one garden at a time. NB: Postagvest Ltd is committed to promoting sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient practices in Africa. We are very open to collaborations in and outside the shores of Africa as we together lead the charge towards achieving food security across the world. Edobong Akpabio Victoria Madedor Farmer Samson Ogbole?Claudia G. Mayowa Lawrence Ekundayo Oyewole Okewole Ebenezer Boluwade Olabode Adetoyi Greenport Ng Eniola Alli Ayodele Femi Adekoya Atinuke Lebile Cato Foods HortiNigeria Program 2SCALE Seed2Feed Frans de Jong Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli Michel Deelen Consulate General of the Netherlands in Lagos Chidinma Ezeh British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation #SustainableAgriculture #YouthEmpowerment #AgricultureInnovation #FarmersEmpowerment #Collaboration #KnowledgeSharing #AgricultureResearch #NigerianAgriculture #FarmToTable

This year’s #WorldFoodDay themed, “Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future,”?emphasizes the critical importance of diversity, nutrition, affordability, accessibility, as well as the safety and sustainability of our food systems. It’s a reminder that everyone should have access to a greater diversity of nutritious foods—whether from our fields, fishing nets, or markets—ultimately benefiting individuals, communities, and the planet. ?????? As we advocate for equitable food access, we must work to ensure that nutritious options are available on all our tables. Together, we can create a future where everyone has the right to healthy and sustainable food. Today, as we reflect on the role of food security in fostering sustainable development, it's crucial to recognize the multifaceted impact of homegrown school feeding programs. These initiatives go beyond just providing meals; they serve as a vital entry point for addressing various societal challenges. ? Peace and Security: Homegrown school feeding programs can enhance state legitimacy and help deliver essential social services, laying the groundwork for durable peace and sustainable development. The Secretary-General advocates for these programs as essential tools for transformative change in Africa. ?? Energy Access: These programs can also facilitate the implementation of renewable energy solutions. By establishing locally managed structures, communities can scale up off-grid energy solutions, promoting sustainability and resilience. ?? Climate Adaptation: Reliable energy access empowers communities to adopt climate adaptation strategies, from smart irrigation systems to clean cooking methods, ultimately reducing pollution and enhancing environmental sustainability. ?? Food Systems Transformation: With increased energy access, communities can leverage homegrown school feeding to transform their local food systems. However, proper budgeting and financing are essential. Africa must mobilize domestic resources and increase Official Development Assistance (ODA) to revitalize these programs. The benefits are clear: for every $1 invested in homegrown school feeding, there’s a return of $9. This represents a win-win opportunity for Africa and its partners, fostering stability and growth. Today, let's reaffirm our commitment to working hand-in-hand. A robust Africa is not just beneficial for the continent but a win for the entire world.

This World Food Day, hear from Adesuwa Akinboro, TechnoServe's Nigeria Country Director, on the critical role of food systems in shaping nations. Discover how sustainable food systems can address challenges and support communities in Nigeria and beyond. Adesuwa shares insights on: ?Food security in Africa's most populous country ?Opportunities for sustainable agriculture ?Impact of strong food systems beyond borders Curious to learn more? Explore the full Q&A to dive deeper into these crucial topics. https://hubs.li/Q02TDbgX0

On this Africa Day 2024, we celebrate our achievements and confront our challenges with renewed vigor. Today, I want to emphasize the transformative potential of Africa's food systems. At FANRPAN, we believe that transforming our food systems can drive sustainable development, improve livelihoods, and ensure food security across the continent. ? Food systems are central to Africa's socio-economic structure, yet they face numerous challenges, including climate change, population growth, inadequate infrastructure, limited market access, and fragmented policies. By addressing these issues through innovation, sustainable practices, strategic investments, and inclusive policies, we can create a more resilient and productive agricultural sector. ? FANRPAN is at the forefront of this transformation with initiatives like the ACIAR-funded livestock development project and the CGIAR-funded Ukama Ustawi project. These efforts aim to enhance climate resilience, improve food and nutrition security, and support agribusiness ecosystems. This Africa Day, let's commit to transforming our food systems for a prosperous and food-secure future. #AfricaDay #SustainableDevelopment #FoodSecurity #ClimateResilience #Agriculture #Innovation https://lnkd.in/eyNye7sw

?? How Can Africa Lead in Building Resilient Circular Food Systems? ?? Through the Co-Creation of the Accelerating Circular Economy for Food (ACE4Food) Initiative, WRI Africa is setting transformative groundwork for collective impact towards a circular economy for food in East Africa, from minimizing food waste to promoting regenerative agriculture. #ACE4Food unites partners committed to building a resilient food system that serves both people and the planet. ???? Let’s build impact together! ?? https://bit.ly/3ZQegkq #CircularEconomy #SustainableAgriculture WRI Food Dr Susan Chomba Eric Ruzigamanzi Dr. James Wangu

Pleased to share this preliminary report exploring the current and potential role faith-based organizations (FBOs) can play in addressing food loss and waste (FLW) as a contribution to Rwanda's journey towards national food security and sustainability. FBOs own and manage a range of institutions, including schools and hospitals, that intersect with the food services sector and are essential for nourishing communities. Further, religious values have a documented influence over attitudes and behaviors toward food consumption and food waste. This work is among the first of its kind to understand the institutional role of FBOs in reducing FLW. #faithclimateaction #foodjustice #climatejustice #foodwaste #sustfoodfuture