Transforming Food Systems for Rural Prosperity: How Do Nutrition and Environment Fit In?

This is the second of the series of debates to discuss key actions and recommendations from the RDR. If and why they are relevant, what are the obstacles and barriers encountered to achieve desirable transformation and what are the opportunities and potential benefits to achieve equitable, sustainable, healthy, and environmentally friendly food systems that work for everyone especially people in rural areas. During this debate, we will focus on the trade-offs between healthy / nutritious diet and environmental and social objectives and what are the trade-offs with rural prosperity and decent livelihood. Innovation, finance, investments and entrepreneurship supported by a conducive environment in the food system midstream will be key to expanding opportunities for small-scale producers and increase their livelihood.