Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance’s Post

Wild Fish is an environmental NGO I advise. If you are thinking of eating salmon this weekend, you might want to visit their website . https://lnkd.in/eXdRfUtp All that they write about and publish is evidence based. It's not just about the polluted state of our rivers, the damage that open net salmon farms cause but also how the water utility companies extract too much water from our rivers and the long-term consequences of this. And much more... Creating awareness about why it might be wrong to eat the things we like, or the dangers behind what we take for granted is not easy. Fish are seldom visible, rivers appear fine on the surface and water flows from our taps as surely as day follows night. But all is not what it seems... @WildFish are worth some of your time. #wildfish #environment #smartrivers #wildatlanticsalmon #pollution

"🌍 Ireland takes a significant step in strengthening global food security by contributing EUR 200,000 to the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF). This donation aims to improve market access for developing economies and least-developed countries. Together, we can build a safer and more sustainable trade! #FoodSecurity #FairTrade #SustainableDevelopment"

Happy to announce that Indigenous farmers, communities and governments can access new funding to help strengthen food security and sovereignty, and increase Indigenous participation in B.C.s agriculture and food sectors! We are supporting Indigenous communities as they work toward food security, food sovereignty and economic development goals. The new Indigenous Food Pathways program and the new B.C. Indigenous Pathfinder service will provide support to Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses and governments that they need to be successful and will help build more resilient food systems in Indigenous communities around the province. This supports a key action in the Declaration Act Action Plan. https://lnkd.in/eK_xDc-q

The threats, rhetoric and promises of deportations and the fulfillment of those threats all damage the fabric of dairy and do not only pose a financial calamity but also threaten food security and national security and will tatter the heart and soul of our dairy community. The threat of deportations and increased surveillance and interdiction levied against a substantial portion of our dairy community is catastrophic. Here in the New England milk shed we're talking about threats to our extended farm family members. The people who care for cows, steward the land, and make sure our amazingly perfect, sustainable, always in season milk gets from our farms to store shelves and tables are not just cogs in a machine; they are not nameless- we are community members, raising families and the next generation of Americans, and part of a heritage industry that truly is the engine that drives our economy and sustains and nourishes our nation. It just so happens that some of us were born somewhere else. Threats, whether rhetoric or not and actions, whether intended to be targeted or justified, to take people from their homes, their work, and their communities create a climate of fear and the consequences are dire for the well being of our dairy farms and businesses, are food systems, economy, society and national security. Dairy producers know to their core that cows are more than numbers - they must certainly understand that people are more than a nameless, faceless stereotype. Our dairy farms and dairy communities cannot afford more loss nor should we have to go through people being ripped away from their homes and families. And even if a dairy producer thinks people are just nameless and faceless because of where they come from the numbers don't lie: the skilled workforce that ensures milk goes from farm to processing to retail; the skilled workforce that prepares and serves dairy foods at restaurants and venues; the skilled workforce building businesses and homes and stores; that skilled workforce is the majority of the workforce and the numbers don't lie. https://lnkd.in/gJfPuPMN

Banning the sale and exchange of indigenous seeds I believe has more pros than cons. We will take the case of maize but first let's deal with the issue of fines or imprisonment. A govt has goals they want to achieve and they do this through policies. They want as many people to comply and they do this through coercion or consent. Coercion, in this case imprisonment or fines, is the easier path for govts. Now, there are a couple of reasons why we should use regulated seed: 1. Foreigh Exchange - We imported $1.27 Billion worth of maize in 2023. This is a burden on our exchange rate, and it's a lot of capital flight. 2. Rural Development - We recognise the easiest path out of rural poverty is agriculture. However, farmers should have enough surplus to sell to the market and that is achieved through use of HYVs which are often regulated. 3. Food Security in face of demographic challenges - We have the fastest growing population in Africa (Africa is expected to have a population of 3.9 Billion people by 2100). Agriculture HAS to grow in tandem if we are to be food secure in the future. But there are shortcomings: 1. Loss of crop diversity. 2. There's a gap in the human capacity and that some of these seeds need high human capacity to achieve the intended results. Picture someone in a semi-arid area buying a maize variety designed for the central highlands. 3. They are expensive meaning farmers have to spend often scarce resources to get the seeds.

Together with GS1 Namibia, UN World Food Programme (WFP) Namibia supports smallholder farmers transform fresh produce into market-ready products through value addition, branding and barcoding. This improves their skills and livelihoods while boosting income & food security. #WFP #Namibia #foodsecurity #empowerment #CommunityDevelopment #GS1 #SDGs #ClimateAction

Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, and fellow egg enthusiasts, 🥚 🐔 Today, we delve into an essential aspect of our food safety and agricultural integrity: the special rules for the labelling and donation of eggs. 🍳 The Importance of Egg Labelling 🏷 Egg labelling goes beyond a simple barcode; it provides crucial information: - Origin and Traceability: Every egg label has a code that traces it back to its farm, ensuring food safety and transparency. 🌍 🔍 - Production Methods: Labels reveal if the eggs are from caged, free-range, or organic hens, allowing informed consumer choices. 🥚 🍃 - Best Before Dates: Clear dates help consumers use eggs at their freshest, reducing waste and promoting responsible consumption. 📅 ✅ The Significance of Egg Donation 🍽 ❤️ Egg donation is vital for combating food insecurity: - Safety and Quality: Donated eggs meet strict standards for freshness and safety. 🥚 - Handling and Transportation: Special rules ensure eggs are handled and transported carefully to maintain quality. ❄ - Supporting Communities: Donations provide high-quality protein to those in need, significantly impacting nutrition and well-being. 🤝 These rules protect our health, uphold ethical standards, and support communities. They ensure every egg reaches us safely and responsibly. 🌐 Next time you crack an egg, appreciate the journey it has taken from farm to table, thanks to these rigorous standards. 🥚 💖 If you want to see more interesting fact about this topic, click to link below:

Call for proposals to optimise Short Food Supply Chains announced by Minister Hackett. Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Senator Pippa Hackett, today announced a public call by her department for innovative proposals to maximise the return to primary producers from short supply chains. The maximum amount of grant aid available under the call is €150,000 per project. There are five different themes to the call, namely: • developing premium markets closer to home; • encouraging collaboration among stakeholders; • supporting small food producers; • encouraging farmers markets and • the development of community gardens. For more details visit: https://lnkd.in/er-M_2wW To be informed of new grants and funding opportunities for your sports club, community group or not for profit organisation visit https://lnkd.in/eR42FPFZ to subscribe to the Grants and Funding Newsletter #grantsandfunding #grantsandfundingireland #grantsireland #fundingireland #grantapplications #communitygroups #allotments #foodsupply #foodsupplychains #foodproducers #communitygardens 

AVC is working with EFSA to identify emerging risks in the food chain that may adversely affect animal &/or human health

If nothing else, we hope that our "70k in 7 Days" campaign will highlight and bring awareness to the significant need for support for organisations combating food insecurity all over Aotearoa! We cannot continue as we are while trying to meet the growing demand for help in our communities. Check out this article by The Press Christchurch, where they take a deep dive into the issues we are facing at the moment!