Agriculture and Food Systems
In November 2023, the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub, in collaboration with the 4SD Foundation, organized five regional touchpoints to introduce the Food Systems and Climate Action Convergence Initiative to National Convenors. The insights gathered from the National Convenors during the touchpoints emphasized the importance of aligning food systems transformation with climate action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They outlined ongoing efforts to link these agendas and welcomed the Convergence Initiative for its potential to contribute significantly at both national and regional levels, while adapting to the diverse contexts of each country. Participants also recognized its ability to foster cooperation and synergy among diverse stakeholders operating at various scales including farmers and other frontline practitioners We examine the changing nature of farming and food production, the food trade, risks in the supply chain, and the impact of diet on climate change.
Key SDG(s) we address in this programme include SDG1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 13 (Climate), SDG16 (Strengthening institutions) and SDG 17 (Partnerships).
Our contribution in this regard entails:
- Addressing food insecurity, and hence achievement of SDG2, through focusing on challenges and game changers for accelerating food systems transformation. Food system transformation would contribute to strengthening the resilience capacity and enhancing nutritional outcomes in line with global and national commitments.
- Addressing the Food-Climate nexus: Harness the potential of the Food Hub and Climate Convergence Initiative in supporting UN member states to align food systems’ national pathways to each of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs).
- Follow-up to 2023 – SDG Summit, COP28, UN Food Systems Summit Stocktaking Moment, Africa Climate Summit and AU Post-Malabo CAADP processes.