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Recently, I wrote an article about Nicholas Robinson, editor for Food-Navigator. Now while this was a very interesting article—Nic’s journey to Food Navigator was an exciting one—it’s also much more than that. Today, there is so much news out there and so many different news sources, and it’s getting harder and harder to decipher which of these sources are telling the truth and which are “fake news.” This article I wrote I is an example of two reputable companies in the same industry space working together to bring the right news to its audience. During our many conversations, Nic and I agreed on one thing right away: it’s about collaboration, not competition. I hope that other new sources in other industries follow this example. https://lnkd.in/ephjCtWr

The way we think about food systems needs a transformation, we must move away from analytical thinking towards more holistic thinking. In the past, analytical thinking helped us break down food systems into individual parts, focusing on the "how" of efficiency and internal workings. This approach often missed the bigger picture of how food systems are interconnected with people, the environment, and the economy. The time is now to embrace holistic thinking, where we look at the whole system. This shift helps us understand the "why", "Why certain patterns emerge?", "Why do food systems fail or succeed?", and "How do all the parts interact within a broader context?" By Analysing the parts, we can unlock transformational change, improve coordination across sectors, and create food systems that are not only efficient but also resilient in nature. Join us on our hub for such interactive discussions:https://is.gd/CEu5jB Connect with Sayyeda Asra Sara Featherston María Fernanda Vazquez Nicolini Jill Bouscarat to learn more.

Join us for a detailed session where we'll dive deep into the features and essential processes related to Derogations within the Food Experts platform. This webinar is meticulously structured to arm participants with hands-on information and operational insights on the following areas: Introduction: Gain a foundational understanding of the Derogations function and its significance. Derogation Process: Get acquainted with the steps and procedures associated with initiating and completing a Derogation request. Main Screen for PPPL Derogations: Navigate through the primary interface specifically designed for Derogations, enhancing your user experience. How to Complete a Derogation Form: Step-by-step guidance on filling out a Derogation form, ensuring accurate and efficient data entry. How to Review a Derogation Form: Tips and best practices for reviewing and verifying information in a Derogation form. Derogation Status: Understand the various statuses a Derogation can be in and how to track its progress. Derogation Graphs: Delve into graphical and analytical representations associated with Derogations for better decision-making. Whether you're a seasoned user or new to the Food Experts platform, this session promises to bolster your competence and confidence in handling Derogations. Book your place here: https://lnkd.in/eszXv4S4

Successfully completed a comprehensive course on M.E.A.L essentials, for increasing my understanding even more of Monitoring & Evaluation, in order to add to my already gained experience of M & E. This Course Included: - Practicing MEAL Principles - Planning for MEAL - Collecting MEAL Data - Analyzing MEAL Data - Using MEAL Data Which expended my knowledge, making significant addition to my skillset. #Monitoring #Evaluation #MonitoringandEvaluation #MEAL

📢 Introducing this year's 'not-so-annual' report Ever been driven mad reading annual reports? Filled with corporate jargon, yet somehow unable to provide the information you are after? 😵 Then look no further! This year, we continue our tradition of providing you with the most critical information in an accessible, informative, but lighthearted manner. ⚡ Flip through ( 😉 ) to discover the cards we played in 2023 while identifying the 'golden opportunities' for the future of #foodsystems: https://lnkd.in/dSU7e9N9

I'm a big fan of Mark Bittman, former columnist for NYT and current Opinion contributor, author of 30 books and founder of The Bittman Project (https://lnkd.in/egMFnpxy) which he describes as a "one-stop-shop for those who love food." You can find carefully developed recipes and updates on the work he does advocating for a better food system. Please read Mark's Opinion Piece from yesterday's NYT where he outlines smart - and necessary - programs to make the enormous food system work better and address the overarching issues. He has some advice for the candidates on what they should be doing to help. Sure food prices have to come down, but there is much more that needs fixing. It's a quick, important read. Food Is What We Have In Common. Why Don’t We Hear More From the Candidates About It? Food is the springboard to talk about a host of issues, including climate, economic justice, public health and labor. https://lnkd.in/efRvgPZf

How have food hub operations changed over time? Check out the findings from the National Food Hub Surveys through the new, interactive, National Food Hub Survey Data Dashboard. Find the report under the resources link in our Linktree. Link in bio!

We recently completed a novel research project, where we worked with the community of Revelstoke, BC, to develop and visualize scenarios that represent different local food futures. The project centered food justice and equity in the scenario exploration, and it resulted in an interactive visualization tool that is now publicly available online. To learn more about the project, I encourage you to read this blog post: Colin Dring Elvia Willyono

Navigating food labels can sometimes feel like deciphering a complex code. From "multigrain" to "natural," the terms on the front rarely tell the full story. How has your understanding of these labels influenced your personal and professional productivity? #AllenandCompanyofFl #BlogSeries #HealthandWealth #TroyGarcia https://ow.ly/PQkw50TKPQ3

Restaurant Research, Unit Level Dashboard for September 2024: Solid 2Q Unit-Level Economics While the 18.7% average 2Q24 restaurant-level margin for company restaurants owned by the $1B+ public chains declined slightly y/y, it represented the second-best quarterly results in at least 2 years.