As the United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP16) reconvenes today in Rome, it's a pivotal moment to reflect on the integral connection between biodiversity and global food security. #COP16Resumed ?? New analysis finds that extensive aquaculture systems with a nature-based approach perform 36% better than intensive ones when taking into consideration external factors such as environmental, social and economic impacts. This analysis was undertaken by the International Institute for Sustainable Development, in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the?Shamba Centre for Food & Climate. As part of the analysis, it assessed the performance of four aquaculture systems in Madagascar. ?? Report: https://lnkd.in/ewR8qchp ?? In Madagascar, 80% of the population lives inland with limited access to protein and nutrient-rich foods, leading to undernourishment and malnutrition in rural areas. Traditionally, inland fish production has relied on intensive or semi-intensive aquaculture methods. However, an alternative aquaculture approach – extensive rice-fish system -?could be transformative in Madagascar by providing the population with a steady supply of fresh fish and additional revenue streams. ?? The Zero Hunger Coalition will soon publish an evidence-based and costed roadmap to operationalise Madagascar's national pathways to support the transformation of food systems in Madagascar. Among the recommendations, we mentioned the need to prioritise sustainable aquaculture as a nutritious and affordable source of protein. Stay tuned! ?? #COP16 #FoodSystems #Aquaculture #Madagascar #EndHunger #Malnutrition #COP16Colombia UN Biodiversity
