Welcome to NFP's latest newsletter! As an organisation dedicated to connecting diverse actors within the food system, we are committed to linking the knowledge, resources, and partnerships needed to drive meaningful change. In this edition, we underscore the urgency of collective action to improve food systems in a rapidly changing world. Explore how our recent initiatives are bringing together stakeholders to address challenges and seize new opportunities. Discover how together, we can create a more resilient and sustainable future for all – Communications Team @NFP |
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Counting Down to NFP World Food Day 2024 Join us on October 16th for a transformative experience at NFP World Food Day 2024. Over 300 policymakers, knowledge institutes, companies, and like-minded individuals will converge to discuss innovative solutions for our evolving food systems. We are also pleased to be able to offer you 20 unique parallel sessions that feature thought-provoking discussions, interactive sessions, and collaborative opportunities. Explore the latest trends, share your insights, and contribute to a more sustainable future. |
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Final True Pricing Grant Awarded to RDNA for Organic Meat in Egypt NFP’s true pricing seed fund, aimed at addressing social and environmental costs in food value chains in LMICs, has awarded its final grant to RDNA, Egypt’s premium health food store. This follows earlier grants to ILRI Ethiopia and Fairfood. RDNA will focus on calculating the true price of organic meat to highlight hidden social and environmental costs. The initiative will include a communication campaign to raise consumer awareness and influence more informed consumption choices. The Global Partnership True Price of Food, a collaboration between NFP and The True Price Foundation, aims to empower actors in the food system to adopt true pricing at scale. Stay tuned for updates on this and the other two projects running until year-end. |
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Three Seed Money Projects on salinity have been granted! Seed Money projects are helping to develop practical solutions for managing salinity in water and food systems. This past July, the Saline Water & Food Systems Partnership launched a call for proposals to support Seed Money projects on salinity. After a thorough external review procedure, we are happy to announce that three salinity projects have been awarded. In Bangladesh, the project ‘Resilient Roots: Leveraging Indigenous Practices for Salinity Adaptation in Southern Bangladesh’ will be implemented by the Center of People and Environ, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Krisoker Sor (Farmers’ Voice). In Senegal, the consortium of AfricaRice and MetaMeta will look into salinity affected rice cultivation. In Mozambique, a project will start on agroforestry interventions and training for salt affected soils, by the consortium consisting of ASSAMBA, ABIODES, University Eduardo Mondlane, Mozambique Institute of Agricultural Research, Weltweit e.V., The Salt Doctors, and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Below you can read the short project descriptions of the three projects. |
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IN-FEAST Partnership Kick-Off The Insect Farming East Africa (IN-FEAST) Partnership, a groundbreaking initiative to promote sustainable growth in the insect farming sector across East Africa, was launched this summer. Backed by a three-year commitment from NFP, this collaboration between the Association for Insect Farming and Its Products (IFIP), New Generation Nutrition, and Fair & Sustainable aims to enhance food security, create economic opportunities, and empower local farmers. With a focus on improving stakeholder collaboration, advancing farmers' skills, and increasing access to finance, IN-FEAST is poised to transform the industry. Join us in supporting this innovative movement towards a more sustainable and inclusive future. |
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Financing the Future of Food, We invite you to join NFP's learning event on 27th September 2024 in the Netherlands, in partnership with Foresight4Food and Rabo Partnerships (Rabobank). This event will gather key players from the Dutch financial sector and agri-food stakeholders to explore how finance can drive food system transformation, focusing on low and middle-income countries. Using Nakuru, Kenya as a case study, the event will feature insights from experts at FAO, IFAD, and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, setting the stage for continued collaboration through NFP’s Community of Practice Food System Finance. |
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Join Us at COP16: Shape the Future of Biodiversity and Food Systems! This year's 16th Conference of Parties on Biological Diversity (COP16) in Cali, Colombia, is a pivotal moment for aligning global and national strategies to protect our natural resources. With a special focus on integrating sustainable food systems into biodiversity action plans, your participation can help drive meaningful change. Don't miss this chance to contribute to discussions that will shape global policies and practices for years to come. |
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2024 Futures Food Systems Event Join us on 30 September 2024 at the Omnia Auditorium, Wageningen University & Research, for the Futures Food Systems Event. This inspiring day, organised by WUR Student Challenges and the WUR Water and Food Security Biodiversity Initiative with support from the Netherlands Food Partnership, will showcase innovative ideas from global student teams tackling the future of food systems. The event features presentations from leading researchers, as well as pitches from student teams competing for €14,000 in prize money. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with cutting-edge solutions that could shape a sustainable, hunger-free world. |
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Agri Trade Mission to Mozambique Are you active in agriculture, agrologistics, and/or agroforestry? And are you curious about business opportunities in Mozambique? This is your opportunity join the Agri Trade Mission to Mozambique from 25 to 28 November. |
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