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🌍 World Food Day 2024 🌍 Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future As we mark #WorldFoodDay2024 here in Rome, let us reaffirm our commitment to the right to food for all. In reimagining and reengineering our food systems, it is important that we create policies that are #inclusive and #equitable. In low- and middle-income countries, the informal food retail sector plays a pivotal role in feeding a large section of the population, yet it often receives less attention in policy discussions. To truly uphold the right to food, we must ensure that these vital actors are actively included in policy discussions and supported in their efforts to provide safe, nutritious food. Together, we can work toward food systems that nourish both people and the planet. 🌱 #WorldFoodDay #WorldFoodForum #FoodSystems #FoodSecurity

2024, October 16th Supporting | Nurturing Resilience: supporting #worldfoodday with sustainable innovations 🍎🍋🟩On World Food Day 2024, DIVAGRI celebrates its commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture by showcasing the bio-based solutions being developed across its 10 pilot sites in Africa.🥝🥑 🌍🌟Spanning diverse regions such as Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Ghana, and Mozambique, the project demonstrates innovative circular bioeconomy practices, from water-efficient irrigation systems to biochar production and mobile biorefineries.💧🧩 ✅📢Through collaboration with rural communities and local stakeholders, DIVAGRI fosters resilient farming practices that promote food security and empower smallholder farmers to transform agricultural residues into valuable bioproducts.♻️❇️ 🌍🐞Together, we envision a future where sustainable farming uplifts rural economies and strengthens global agroecosystems.🌳🍀 https://lnkd.in/dY-prVFt DIVAGRI is funded by the EU Horizon 2020 Programme, grant agreement No 101000348. The content of this publication does not reflect the official opinion of the European Union. #GlobalGoals #womeninsteam #partnerships #WGIS #stem #stemeducation #stemcareers #careerguidance #womeninscience #womeninstem #unwoman #un #africa #africanunion #africatech #africanentrepreneurs #african #africanews #europeanunion #genderinclusion #women #womeninscience #womeninstem #farmingcommunities #lowtech #constructedwetland #farmingtechnology #farmingforthefuture #farminginnovators #farming #innovation #sustainability #research #food #biorefinery #agrifood #agrifoodtech #biobasedsolutions #biobased #naturebasedsolutions #regenarativeagriculture #organicfarming #agroecology #businessmodels #projects #h2020 #horizon2020 #announcement #agriculture #gender #development #project #communication #network #sustainable #science #europe #funding #webinar #energy #community #technology #water #renewableenergy #solar

Diversity! It can only bring good things to the industry, it’s tiring being the only one in the room ALL the time. It’s hard for Trans* and gender non confirming folk in this industry, especially with 1/3 of all employers in the UK admitting they would not hire a transgender person - and hospitality being one of the worst industries (34%). Many of us are forced into the closet or into restrictive boxes of passing in order to progress in our career or simply feel safe at work, in toilets and locker rooms. Few feel workplaces are liberal enough to tolerate transgender workers, with only 4% of employers declaring their workplace culture diverse enough for transgender people to ‘fit in’. With time! Just keep going.

2024, October 16th Supporting | Empowering food futures: supporting #worldfoodday Cities2030 is a citizen-driven initiative, 🌱🥑 On World Food Day 2024, Cities2030 unites its 41 project partners across 19 countries to reinforce their commitment to creating resilient, sustainable urban food systems. 🍎🥦 🌍💡By co-creating solutions that bridge local citizen-driven communities, researchers, businesses and policy makers, the project celebrates its achievements in short food supply chains, circular food economies, and community engagement.🔄♻ 📢🚀Cities2030 network showcases practical innovations in urban agriculture, sustainable food production, and the empowerment of citizens as key actors in shaping the future of food.⏩✅ 🔆💚Together, we strengthen local ecosystems to build a better food future for all.🍀🍒 https://lnkd.in/dHdNEJ5d The project Cities2030 has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the grant agreement No 101000640. The content of this publication does not reflect the official opinion of the European Union. Responsibility for the information and views expressed therein lies entirely with the author(s).   Engage | Participate | Empower Contact: [email protected] #sustainablefoodsystems #resilientcities #foodsystems #communitydevelopment #verticalfarming #foodandbeverageindustry #sustainablefood #innovations #innovators #biotechnology #opportunities #bioeconomy #researchanddevelopment #netzero #packaging #researchers #science #agritech #ethics #farms #agricultural #innovation #collaboration #naturebasedsolutions #farmer #urban #foodwaste #community #agriculture #training #farmers #health #foodscience #foodtechnology #foodinnovation #foodsecurity #foodprocessing #genderequality #openinnovation #foodtrends #nutrition #biotech #research #agribusiness #biodiversity #environmental #climateaction #climate #sustainabledevelopment #environment #businessmodels #climatechange #sustainable #circulareconomy #sustainability #startup #startupstrategies #macroeconomics #economics #economy #projectmanagement #gender #womeninscience #startups #technology #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #blockchain #digital #digitaltransformation #foodsmartcities #food2030 #farmtofork #greendeal #iaadeuropa #eu #eugreendeal #europeanunion #sdgs #cop27 #iaadtürkiye #horizon2020 #funding #transition #green #casestudy #changemakers

SDG 14 remains the least funded of all the Sustainable Development Goals. We still have time but it’s quickly running out so #TheOceanNeedsUs now more than ever. The health of our ocean is critical to the health of our planet, and we must accelerate our efforts to protect and restore it. At #OceanBeer, we are committed to this cause. All profits from our sales are donated to initiatives that protect and restore the ocean. To accelerate funding for SDG 14, we need everyone to join us on this mission, because we can’t do it alone. For the rest of June, in honor of #OceanMonth, we are offering all 12-packs at a special price of 16.99€. Your purchase not only lets you enjoy a great beer but also contributes directly to a healthier ocean. Join us in making a difference. Because at the end of the day, #WeAreAllOceanBorn. https://oceanbeer.com/

TL;DR: new categories on map, seeking sponsorships, and donate today. Two new categories I'm working on fleshing out in my Zero Proof Nation Global Map 🗺️ ⚡️ ⤵️ 1) NA-friendly retailers (shops that aren't specifically non-alc but have a strong commitment to NA options, like DC's Salt & Sundry.) 2) NA-forward bars and restaurants (think non-alc tasting menus, equitable offerings, creativity on menus, etc. - like Kat Quinn Porco,'s One Legged Magpie / Soberbird in Montana). This is a huge undertaking and will gel together over time, with your help. Submit locations ⤵️ to the usual categories and the new ones today! Also, keep ZPN the NPR of NA and ensure this content remains free for EVERYONE. How to do that: Donate one-time or become a member: https://lnkd.in/e_T8H9Qh Subscribe to my Substack with a monthly, annual, or founding subscription: https://lnkd.in/dRYDETzQ Sponsor the newsletter ^ and map. Media kit available upon request and message me here or via email: [email protected]

FAKE TICKET ALERT. SCAM WARNING!!! FAKE TICKETS being sold to the Edmonton BeerFest.  We are doing our best to work with the community, ticket sellers and local authorities to prevent this, however they still exist. Typical Scams are as follows: - BAIT AND SWITCH eg. The Ticket states Edmonton BeerFest or some variation – purchaser receive tickets to consumer trade shows (Free Events) as far away as Calgary, Jasper, Banff or bar/pub promotions.  - Scammers use “Partner” and “Charities” – to advertise for them Advertisement states “Free admission to Edmonton BeerFest” with the purchase of a ticket to a different or “associated” event and in some cases even with a "charity" donation.    There is a no refund policy on these tickets so once a purchase happens the attendee is unable to get a refund.  Edmonton BeerFest Tickets are not on sale yet and are not available.  If you have purchased a Fake ticket: -Please let us know so we can keep the appropriate people informed: - Email a picture of your ticket to [email protected]  - Contact the seller of the ticket and let them know you were scammed and want a refund.   - There are cases where the seller doesn’t realize they are apart this Cheers Edmonton BeerFest https://lnkd.in/ggNPZKeG

"Let's talk about WASTE babeeee...let's talk about all the good things and the bad things, that may be" - YES, it's Waste Palooza - otherwise know as #WasteExpo - and if you're in Las Vegas and want to talk about #upcyling and it's importance in #wastemanagment then COME AND FIND ME ! I will be on a panel with my #upcycledfoods chums on Wednesday May 8th - Amanda Oenbring, Sue Marshall, Eric Adams and Emily Darchuk discussing "The State of Food Upcycling" which will be expertly moderated by Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D., CHE, CRC (my fellow #emeritus board member and #UFFSCiComm Co-Chair). It's bound to be a lively one ! Onwards and #UPcycling. Upcycled Foods, Inc. (UP, Inc.) #sustainability #sustainbilitymatters #foodsystemtransformation #EatUp #upcycledfoods #futureoffood #wasteprevention #zerofoodwaste #wastereduction #

Poco Culina @pococulina hosted Shop Cotswolds networking event on Wednesday, for food and drink producers in the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean region. Food and drink producers came together to share best practice with their peers and to learn from the guest speakers. Lindsey Holland, owner @cleevehillhotel, shared her top tips on how to pitch to the hospitality sector. Claire Dovey from @goodfoodcheltenham also spoke on ‘Sourcing good ingredients to work with and Environmental concepts to think about'. Claire says ‘In today's crowded marketplace, consumers want to know where their food has come from, how far it has travelled, and its production methods. There are many ways to source GOOD ingredients but thinking outside the box can add to your product's story. Why not collaborate with your local urban community growing scheme like Project Grow in Cheltenham, plan next year's produce with your local CSA farmer or source from your community allotment scheme like Poco Culina has this year. Not only does this add to the providence of where your food is sourced it adds a community or charitable angle to your whole product.’ The session was wrapped up with both Lindsey and Claire, under the umbrella of the Cheltenham Food Board, recognising the journey of an ingredient from start to end, and what food and drink producers can do locally to ensure ethical values match commercial plans. #cotswolds #forestofdean #foodanddrink #ethical #sourcing #hospitality #event #networking #goodfood #ingredients #urbangrowing

Christchurch! do you have plans this Sunday? Why not try something new! Checkout the food innovation market at 231 High st, which is designed and managed to be as waste free as possible. This is the start of something new and exciting. Could Christchurch become NZs first packaging free city? Maybe, why not. It’s happening in Chch newest co-working space with a twist, focused on fostering a space for where sustainability meets innovation, technology and everything inbetween. It also happens to be the cheapest co-working space in town at $60 a week for hot desking. Also an excellent space for overall, reasonable value events hire at $25, the possibilities are endless. Collaboration needs a space, we have one. Come checkout 231 High street, who knows who’ll you’ll meet and what opportunities it may lead too. Cheesy copy, perhaps. True though, 100%. 231 High Street - Ōtautahi Christchurch's Community, Tech & Events Centre