Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum)

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    • 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.

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