AgriFoSe2030 contributes with valuable knowledge at Agri4D

AgriFoSe2030, an innovative programme that synthesises and translates existing science into policy and practice, showcased its interventions at the recently concluded Agri4D conference. The programme which is funded by SIDA, is implemented in sub-Saharan Africa and southeast Asia. It includes 17 change projects as well as researcher and institutional capacity building components.

At the Agri4D panels, select AgriFoSe2030 project leaders took centre stage and shared their experiences and change stories on how research and local knowledge can be utilised as the building blocks of transformative change in agricultural policies and practices

On the last day of the Agri4D conference, AgriFoSe2030 facilitated a roundtable discussion on 'Engaging Stakeholders and Translating Science into Policy’ which was led by Sofia Boqvist, Programme Director AgriFoSe2030 and Ivar Virgin, Senior Research Fellow at the Stockholm Environment Institute. During this session, AgriFoSe2030 project leaders, delved into the challenges and opportunities of bridging the gap between research and policy implementation. They emphasised the need for multi-stakeholder collaborations, knowledge exchange, and policy advocacy to drive sustainable change in agriculture and food security.

AgriFoSe2030's participation at Agri4D panels underscored the programme's commitment to creating a harmonious blend of research, local knowledge, and policy. Through collaborations between scientists, policy makers, and communities, AgriFoSe2030 is paving the way for a more sustainable future for agriculture. The change stories shared by project leaders serve as an inspiring testament to what can be achieved when research is intertwined with local knowledge. It further showcased how decision makers and local communities can utilise evidence-based knowledge for reaching food security and agriculture sustainability objectives.

In conclusion, AgriFoSe2030's journey at the Agri4D panels exemplifies the power of collaboration, innovation, and community involvement in the realm of agriculture and food security. By bringing research and local knowledge to the forefront, AfriFoSe2030 is catalyzing meaningful change and offering a beacon of hope for a food-secure and sustainable world by 2030.

The recording of the roundtable session is found here.