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Welcome to NFP's latest newsletter! As an organisation, we provide vital linkages and platforms that connect diverse players in the food system with relevant knowledge, resources, and partners. In this edition, we offer tools and insights that support stakeholders in navigating the urgent need for food system transformation. With climate and digital challenges reshaping the landscape, collective action is more critical than ever. Explore how we are connecting different actors across the food system to learn, adapt and scale solutions in this rapidly changing environment.

– Communications Team @NFP

UPDATES

Less Than 2 Weeks to NFP World Food Day 2024

With only a few days left before October 16th, NFP World Food Day 2024 is shaping up to be the don’t miss gathering of the year! Over 400 policymakers, experts, and innovators will come together to discuss bold solutions for transforming global food systems. Our extensive programme includes 15 engaging parallel sessions, 8 innovative experience sessions, and countless opportunities to be inspired and connect with other likeminded individuals. See you in Amersfoort! 🚂

Last chance to register!

Financing the Future of Food: Insights from Learning Event

On 27 September, 35 experts convened in Amsterdam to explore how finance can accelerate the transformation of food systems, with a strong focus on innovative financing and collaboration between public, private financial actors. Co-organized by NFP, Foresight4Food, and Rabo Partnerships, the event delved into key topics such as food systems thinking, financial flows to food systems, and the challenges faced by financial institutions in supporting food system transformation. Prominent speakers, including the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, FMO, Invest International, IDH, IFAD, and FAO, discussed both challenges and opportunities in financing the future of food. The event concluded with a twofold strategy: prioritizing knowledge sharing and fostering strong partnerships to drive forward meaningful change.

Explore the full report

COP16: Key Resources for Food Systems and Biodiversity

Together with the food systems community, NFP prepared for UNCBD COP16 at a recent network briefing event. The event explored ways to strengthen synergies between food systems and biodiversity, offering valuable insights into ongoing COP developments and how to highlight food systems' importance at the conference and beyond. Below you can find an overview of the key insights shared.

Insights from the COP16 Network Briefing

AFS Forum 2024: Innovating & Scaling Food Systems in a Climate Era

The AFS Forum 2024 in Kigali recently concluded after bringing together nearly 5,000 delegates from 97 countries, including ministers, CEOs, donors, and innovative start-ups. The forum focused on the theme "Innovate, Accelerate, Scale," emphasizing Africa’s need for food system transformation in the face of climate and digital challenges. Key discussions highlighted the importance of MSMEs, improving soil health, and scaling regenerative agriculture. Youth leadership took center stage, with calls for inclusive policies that provide access to finance, information, and land. Dutch organizations also played a prominent role, showcasing innovations and supporting transformative discussions.

Discover More insights from AFS Forum 2024

Balancing Data Protection and Innovation in AgTech

A recent webinar facilitated by NFP and hosted by the Digital Agri Food Collective explored how to balance data protection with the need for innovation in AgTech. Panelists shared insights on managing farmer data, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving technological advancements. The webinar is divided into four parts, which include expert presentations and discussions focusing on practical solutions for AgTech development, particularly in Africa.

Watch the four-part webinar series

FLW Toolbox: A Systematic Approach for Food Loss and Waste

Finding proven approaches to reduce global Food Loss and Waste (FLW) can be quite a struggle. And how do you initiate effective measures as an organisation? Intended for private chain actors, policymakers, NGOs and other professional organisations that want to invest in reducing Food Loss and Waste, the FLW Toolbox provides all the information on how your organisation can effectively reduce FLW. The TARGET - MEASURE - ACT approach not only reduces FLW, but also decreases greenhouse gas emissions, the water footprint, land use and nutrient loss.

Explore the FLW Toolbox

Upcoming Events

Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security

On November 4, IFDC will host a symposium titled “Future Proofing: Unified Action for Soil Health and Food Security” at the KIT Institute in Amsterdam. The event will address the crucial role of soil health in sustainable agriculture and global food security, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to tackle escalating challenges.

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