Case studies of agrifood system technologies and innovations for climate action: Call for proposals for the FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2023
In 2023, the global World Food Forum (WFF) theme will be “Agrifood systems transformation accelerates climate action” and consequently the 2nd edition of the FAO Science and Innovation Forum (SIF) under the umbrella of the WFF flagship event will focus on “Science and Innovation for Climate Action”. The FAO SIF will take place from 16-20 October 2023 in a hybrid format at FAO headquarters in Rome and through a digital platform.
The increasing frequency and intensity of conflict, climate extremes and economic shocks, combined with growing inequality, are impeding our progress towards achieving the SDGs. Addressing the interlinked global crises of climate change, food insecurity and biodiversity loss requires engagement in bold action to transform agrifood systems to become more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable, with small-scale producers, family farmers, Indigenous Peoples, women, youth, consumers and other under-represented agrifood systems actors at the centre.
Accordingly, FAO SIF 2023 will allow a more focused and strategic debate on how science, technology and innovation are essential to transform agrifood systems, and how working towards this transformation consequently boosts climate action. The SIF will also highlight success stories of technologies and innovations at the crossroads of agrifood systems transformation and climate action.
We must capitalize on win-win solutions, in which trade-offs and opportunities for efficiencies are effectively managed. We must also leverage the numerous opportunities for further innovation and collaboration, such as public–private partnerships, knowledge sharing networks, and capacity building programmes.
In the context of the upcoming FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2023, the FAO Chief Scientist Office invites you to share illustrative country level case studies of agrifood system technologies and innovations for climate action. The proposals should document validated and replicable applications, not the results of research done in the laboratory or at the research station. Multiple case studies may be submitted per person, as long as they are distinct.
Please use the submission form to share your examples and experiences.
The author(s) should describe the context and background, key problem(s) addressed, technology/innovative solution(s) applied, obstacles/challenges encountered, factors for success, the impacts and lessons learned. If possible, some relevant photos should also be provided.
Following a review and selection of the submissions, the most impactful, innovative and relevant case studies will be showcased at SIF 2023 and participants will be invited to present them.
The FAO SIF 2023 Task Force will review and select the submissions received on the basis of the following criteria:
- Focus on climate action.
- Impact/relevance to agrifood systems.
- Equity: extent to which the case study addresses the role of small-scale producers, family farmers, Indigenous Peoples, women, youth, consumers and other under-represented agrifood systems actors.
- Adversity: extent to which the case study presents lessons (positive and negative) on how gaps, obstacles and other adverse conditions (social, economic, political, etc.) were addressed.
- Innovativeness: extent to which the case study presents an element of change in the approach taken.
Submissions are welcome in all six UN languages (English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic and Chinese).
You can upload the completed submission form on this webpage. For any technical support regarding downloading or uploading the submission form, please send an email to [email protected].
The Call for Submissions is open until 23 June 2023.
We look forward to receiving your valuable inputs and learning from your experiences.
Co-Facilitators:
Dr Mona Chaya, Special Adviser, Chief Scientist Office, FAO
Dr Preet Lidder, Technical Adviser, Chief Scientist Office, FAO
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Dr. Alma Liz Vargas de la Mora
Los sistemas agroalimentarios deben ser atendidos de manera integral con un enfoque de construcción de procesos participativos y que prioricen la vinculación entre grupos multidisciplinarios e interinstitucionales. La conjunción de actores permite una valoración más amplia en la búsqueda e implementación de alternativas que mejoren sustancialmente las intervenciones en campo así mismo, podrían dar sostenibilidad en el tiempo.
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please find the submission for 'Case studies of agrifood system technologies and innovations for climate action: Call for proposals for the FAO Science and Innovation'
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Best regards,
Laurent Dussert , Luis Queiros. Lallemand Animal Nutrition.
Dear colleague,
I am happy to submit an abstract titled Renewable energy interventions in selected agrifood value chains in Uzbekistan – a way to improve agrifood production while mitigating climate change, to be considered for the presentation at the FAO Science and Innovation Forum this year.
On behalf of all authors, thank you for your consideration.
With kind regards,
Ana Kojakovic
Energy and Natural Resources Specialist
Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB)
UN FAO
Senior Research Scientist - Rice - Agronomist, Bio-safety and Environmentalist
CSIR - Crops Research Institute, Ghana West Africa
Dear Sir / Madam
On behalf of Subregional Representative Ms. Xiangjun Yao, I submit the FAOSAP proposal for since and innovation forum 2023. This proposal is part of the research work carried out on Water Taro garden to understand its potential in supporting the climate resilient food system and its effectiveness to respond to quick recovery form disaster and climate shocks. During the twin cyclone (March 2023), one of such gardens, provided 3.5 tons of Taro to cyclone affected communities to ensure food supplies. The impact of cyclone on this crop was minimal due to various properties and advantageous locations of such gardens across Vanuatu. The detail proposal is attached for your reference, whereas, other files listed below are placed at the SharePoint.
- Pictures of water Taro gardens
- A presentation on water taro garden
- A vide documentary
- GIS maps of existing and potential water taro garden
- Local media reports about the importance of water taro garden to restore food supply during emergencies
Looking forward hearing form you about this innovative indigenous practices of resilient food system in Vanuatu.
Regards,
Raushan Kumar
Forestry Officer/Lead Technical Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands
Samoa.
Hello,
I am Laiba Rehman, a Business Development & Research Associate at Concave AGRI. Please find attached Concave AGRI's application form.
Regards,
Laiba Rehman
Business Development and Research Associate
Dear Sir/Madam,
On behalf of AATF and the TELA Maize Project partnership, I hereby submit our proposal for the call on Case Studies of Agrifood System Technologies and Innovations for Climate Action.
If any clarification is needed, please do let me know.
Best regards,
Sylvester O. OIKEH (PhD; FAAPM; CIPM)
WEMA/TELA Maize Project Manager/Senior Maize Scientist
Kenya
African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF)
Find attached submission from Zimbabwe for the FAO Science and Innovation Forum 2023.
"Be steady in Christ like a palm tree. Don't play, pray".
Regards,
Shingai Mwale.
Dear Colleagues,
Kindly find attached our submission for the FSN.
please let us know if further information might be needed. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Ambe Emmanuel Cheo
Dear Sir/Madam,
REF:Application for the Call for Proposal
Kindly find the attached proposal for your reference.
Looking forward to a positive response
Kind regards,
Emma
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