Announcement: Dan Ioschpe will lead as COP30 High-Level Champion. Read more here.
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Announcement: Dan Ioschpe will lead as COP30 High-Level Champion. Read more here.
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The Food Systems Call to Action unites farmers, businesses, and philanthropies to accelerate action for food systems transformation to deliver for people, nature, and climate.
Monday, 4 November 2024 | By Climate Champions
The SEKEM Initiative, established almost 50 years ago, focuses on regenerative development through biodynamic and organic agriculture, along with socio-economic and cultural initiatives. Dr. Ibrahim Abouleish, the founder, believed in regenerative desert reclamation within a strong community as a solution to Egypt's challenges. What began as an agricultural project has since evolved into a multifaceted group of companies, NGOs, educational institutions, and a Medical Center, all working together to address critical issues including food security, environmental degradation, and climate change.
Danone, a global leader in the food industry, has launched an ambitious initiative to reduce methane emissions from its fresh milk supply chain by 30% by 2030, against a 2020 baseline, aligning with the Global Methane Pledge introduced at COP26. This initiative is a key component of Danone's broader strategy to transform livestock production and meet the 1.5°C global warming target. Since 2017, Danone has been deploying its Regenerative Agriculture Program, focusing on a 360° approach to achieve holistic farm impact.
Colin Chappell has transformed the farming practices on his family's 645-hectare farm and additional lands in Lincolnshire, England, to a more sustainable and nature-friendly approach. Recognizing the negative impact of traditional intensive farming methods on biodiversity and soil health, Colin adopted a no-till farming system, reduced chemical inputs, and focused on soil health to create a more sustainable farm ecosystem.
The project, a partnership between The Rockefeller Foundation and the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), focuses on promoting Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as a sustainable and cost-effective protein source for animal feed in Kenya. The initiative aims to alleviate poverty, enhance food security, and improve the health of smallholder farmers by providing an alternative to traditional feed sources like fishmeal and soybeans, which are costly and compete with human food supplies.
The E-PLAN project, launched by GAIN in 2018, aimed to reduce post-harvest loss of tomatoes in Ethiopia by introducing Reusable Plastic Crates (RPCs) as a sustainable alternative to wooden crates. This initiative focused on reducing damage and spoilage during transport and storage, thereby increasing the supply of nutrient-rich tomatoes in the market.
Food accounts for 13% of cities’ carbon emissions every year. The "C40:Good Food Cities” Accelerator aims to reduce the carbon footprint of food in cities by promoting plant-based diets and reducing food waste. New York City is part of this effort through its Health + Hospitals system, which prepares 15,000 meals daily for public hospitals and nursing homes. The initiative focuses on providing culturally relevant, plant-based meals and has seen significant patient acceptance.
Mumbai Grahak Panchayat (MGP) is a consumer-driven collective purchasing organization, established to provide households with affordable, healthy, and sustainable food options through the power of collective buying. Operating since 1975, MGP’s no-profit, no-loss model enables families to access essential groceries at a discount of over 20% compared to market prices.
The Andhra Pradesh Community-Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) program is a large-scale agroecological transformation initiative aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices among 6 million farmers over 6 million hectares in Andhra Pradesh, India. Initiated by the State Government of Andhra Pradesh in 2016-17, the programme hinges on the groundbreaking work of mobilising rural women into collectives from 1995.
The Samoan Safata District Customary User Rights Program is a community-based initiative focused on sustainable fisheries management within the Safata District's traditional fishing grounds. Based on a 2016 law, villages are granted authority over a fisheries management area. With government support, the district established a Territorial Use Rights for Fishing (TURF) system that empowers local communities to manage marine resources.
The project led by the Arab Network for Environment and Development (RAED), aimed to address the impacts of climate change, particularly soil salinity and waterlogging, on agriculture in Egypt's Nile Delta. By fostering a community-led approach, the initiative focused on the development and cultivation of salt-resistant crops to ensure food security and enhance the resilience of smallholder farmers.
The initiative at Nakivale Refugee Settlement focuses on improving soil health as a foundation for sustainable agriculture and community resilience. Led by KYETE BIINGI TAI NYEME (KBTN), a refugee-led organization, the project aims to address soil degradation and enhance agricultural productivity through sustainable land management practices.
The Moroccan Biodiversity and Livelihoods Association (MBLA) was established to safeguard the natural and cultural heritage of the High Atlas Mountains while promoting sustainable livelihoods for rural communities. A key focus of their efforts is the preservation and revitalization of local seed systems, crucial for agricultural resilience against climate change.
The Farmer First Clusters Initiative is a collaborative effort to eliminate deforestation and land conversion driven by soy production in the Brazilian Cerrado. With an initial investment of USD $7.2 million, SCF members and partners aim to develop a sustainable financial model that incentivizes soy producers to adopt zero-deforestation practices and restore degraded lands.
FOLU Indonesia (locally known as Koalisi Sistem Pangan Lestari/KSPL), supported by the National Food Agency and the National Planning and Development Ministry, has developed a national Food Loss and Waste (FLW) Standard Calculation Method. This tool, adapted and locally contextualized from the globally recognized FLW Protocol, enables independent calculation of food loss and waste, particularly for smallholder farmers and retailers.
The project aims to reduce food waste and support Filipino farmers by creating a food bank within the Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural Terminal. The food bank allows farmers to trade surplus produce that might otherwise go to waste in exchange for essential items like rice, oil, and hygiene products. The initiative also supports school feeding programs by donating recovered produce to elementary schools, improving nutrition and reducing hunger among students.
IFACC aims to secure $10 billion in commitments and $1 billion in disbursements by 2025 to support sustainable agricultural practices in the Amazon, Cerrado and Chaco. By collaborating with companies, banks, and investors, IFACC promotes sustainable business models for soy, beef and bioeconomy that expand production without the need for further land conversion, focusing on expanding agriculture onto already-cleared lands.
RAFT is a collaborative initiative between 32 philanthropic partners aiming to accelerate and scale regenerative and agroecological approaches to transform global food systems. Key activities include convening donors and partners, coordinating efforts across regions, and identifying investable opportunities.
Rising rice prices have pushed Viet Nam Mekong Delta farmers to year-round cultivation, worsening climate impacts and harming fish populations due to the use of chemicals and disruption of natural flooding cycles. The Integrated Rice and Shrimp Farming initiative in the Mekong Delta brings together farmers, businesses, civil society, and local governments to implement a nature-positive solution aimed at improving agricultural sustainability and climate resilience.
About the Food Systems Call to Action
The Food Systems Call to Action is a global initiative that urges non-state actors and governments to take immediate steps to transform food systems by 2030. It highlights the urgent need for resilient, sustainable, and equitable approaches that support food security, protect nature, and address climate change. Through targeted actions and principles, the Call to Action emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity—ensuring that farmers, frontline workers, Indigenous communities, and other key players are at the forefront of decision-making and implementation.
