Transforming our food systems

A Call to Action

Driving transformative food systems action for people nature and climate

Launched at COP28, the Food Systems Call to Action has brought together a growing coalition of influential groups, from farmers and frontline communities to global businesses and philanthropies, united by a vision to transform food systems for the benefit of people, nature, and climate.

Since its launch, the Call to Action has catalyzed significant commitments across food and agriculture sectors. Endorsers have pledged concrete actions, from reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting regenerative agriculture to funding sustainable food initiatives.

One year on, momentum continues to build. These commitments have begun shaping actionable pathways and influencing policy, reinforcing the urgency of aligning food systems with climate goals.

The Call to Action remains open for new signatories.

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Developed through a consultative process in 2023, the Food Systems CtA is a 2-page text available in 7 languages that highlights ten priority actions and four principles to unlock the transformative potential of food systems.

THE CALL TO ACTION ENGLISH

EL LLAMADO A LA ACCIÓN – ESPAÑOL

L’APPEL À L’ACTION – FRANÇAIS

دعوة للعمل – العربية

行动呼吁 – 中文

CHAMADO À AÇÃO – PORTUGUÊS

FƏALIYYƏTƏ ÇAĞIRIŞ – AZƏRI

Case studies

A groundswell of action is occurring across food systems transformation solution areas. Farmers are adapting and responding to climate impacts and other shocks and stresses and implementing context-specific approaches, demonstrating results through farm- and landscape-level efforts. Businesses are investing in regenerative agriculture and healthy and sustainable diets, working with producers, value chain partners and the public sector to deliver against science-based targets. Financial institutions are developing innovative finance mechanisms to de-risk agricultural investments and catalyse more private capital. Cities are using their public procurement powers to increase access to healthy, locally appropriate foods. Civil society and philanthropies are providing support to a range of efforts to build the knowledge and evidence base and scale action.

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Multi-stakeholder action drives sustainable rice and shrimp farming through nature-positive solutions

The Integrated Rice and Shrimp Farming initiative in the Mekong Delta brings together farmers, businesses, civil society, and local governments to implement a nature-positive solution aimed at improving agricultural sustainability and climate resilience.

Building water resilience: Salt-resistant crops secure the future of smallholder farmers in Egypt’s Nile Delta

The project aimed to address the impacts of climate change, particularly soil salinity and waterlogging, on agriculture in Egypt’s Nile Delta.

Refugee-led initiative fosters soil health and resilience in Uganda

The initiative at Nakivale Refugee Settlement focuses on improving soil health as a foundation for sustainable agriculture and community resilience.

Innovative incentive models empower soy farmers to eliminate deforestation and land conversion

The Farmer First Clusters Initiative is a collaborative effort to eliminate deforestation and land conversion driven by soy production in the Brazilian Cerrado.

New measurement tool empowers Indonesian farmers and retailers to reduce food waste

FOLU Indonesia (locally known as Koalisi Sistem Pangan Lestari/KSPL), supported by the National Food Agency and the National Planning and Development Ministry, has developed a national Food Loss and Waste (FLW) Standard Calculation Method.

Food bank inside a trading post creates opportunities for Filipino farmers

The project aims to reduce food waste and support Filipino farmers by creating a food bank within the Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural Terminal.

Philanthropic commitment to scale and accelerate regenerative and agroecological food systems transformation (RAFT)

RAFT is a collaborative initiative between 32 philanthropic partners aiming to accelerate and scale regenerative and agroecological approaches to transform global food systems we’re highlighting to show momentum as part of our Food Systems Call to Action.

Headline Samoan communities revive fisheries with customary fishing rights

The Samoan Safata District Customary User Rights Program is a community-based initiative focused on sustainable fisheries management within the Safata District’s traditional fishing grounds.

Assessing natural farming through a wider lens: insights from India

The Andhra Pradesh Community-Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) program is a large-scale agroecological transformation initiative aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices among 6 million farmers over 6 million hectares in Andhra Pradesh, India.

Harnessing collective purchasing power for affordable and sustainable food access

Mumbai Grahak Panchayat (MGP) is a consumer-driven collective purchasing organization, established to provide households with affordable, healthy, and sustainable food options through the power of collective buying.

Cities steering the race to healthy, sustainable diets

The “C40:Good Food Cities” Accelerator aims to reduce the carbon footprint of food in cities by promoting plant-based diets and reducing food waste. New York City is part of this effort through its Health + Hospitals system, which prepares 15,000 meals daily for public hospitals and nursing homes.

Tackling post-harvest tomato loss in Ethiopia with innovative supply chain solutions

Context: Reducing post-harvest losses is critical to improving food security, nutritional outcomes, and economic stability in regions reliant on agriculture like Ethiopia. Partners: Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture, local agricultural universities, various public and private sector stakeholders. Duration: 2018 – 2021 Location: Ethiopia, specifically targeting supply chains between Maki and […]

Black Soldier Flies: Affordable and sustainable solution for fertilisers in Kenya

The project, a partnership between The Rockefeller Foundation and the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), focuses on promoting Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as a sustainable and cost-effective protein source for animal feed in Kenya.

Driving methane reductions in dairy with ambitious climate targets

Danone, a global leader in the food industry, has launched an ambitious initiative to reduce methane emissions from its fresh milk supply chain by 30% by 2030, against a 2020 baseline, aligning with the Global Methane Pledge introduced at COP26.

Supporting Egypt’s farmers to adapt and build resilience to climate impacts

The SEKEM Initiative, established almost 50 years ago, focuses on regenerative development through biodynamic and organic agriculture, along with socio-economic and cultural initiatives.

Preserving biodiversity through Amazigh cultural practices and seed conservation in Morocco’s High Atlas

The Moroccan Biodiversity and Livelihoods Association (MBLA) was established to safeguard the natural and cultural heritage of the High Atlas Mountains while promoting sustainable livelihoods for rural communities.

Transitioning to sustainable cattle, soy and bioeconomy production

IFACC aims to secure $10 billion in commitments and $1 billion in disbursements by 2025 to support sustainable agricultural practices in the Amazon, Cerrado and Chaco.

Rwanda fortified whole grains enhance nutrition security in schools

The Rwanda Fortified Whole Grain Program, launched in 2021 and supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, focuses on incorporating fortified whole grain (FWG) maize flour into school feeding programmes to enhance students’ nutritional intake.

Publications

Food Systems Call to Action: Real-World Action and Progress in Transforming Food Systems for People, Nature and Climate

This report, our second edition, highlights actions, from grassroots initiatives to corporate commitments, aimed at advancing sustainable, regenerative, and equitable food systems. It also spotlights the resource gaps and barriers remain, underscoring the need for coordinated efforts tailored to local and national contexts to ensure a just transition.

Read it here

Razan Al Mubarak: By transforming our food systems we can feed the world, help deliver on our climate goals, and restore nature

At Climate Week NYC, Razan Al Mubarak, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28, calls on all actors to step up to transform food systems ahead of Climate Summit in UAE.

Future proofing food for people and planet at the second UN Food Systems Summit

The scorching heat currently engulfing Rome serves as a stark backdrop to our discussions here at the second UN Food Systems Summit. Held within these ancient city walls, this conference is a timely reminder that our actions today will shape the future of our planet and generations yet to come. The science is clear – we need to transform our food system, urgently, to deliver for people and the planet.

Dr. Susan Chomba on Africa’s role in the climate crisis: Opportunities, challenges, and the path forward

Ahead of Africa Climate Week, Dr. Susan Chomba, Director of Vital Landscapes for Africa at WRI, discusses Africa’s unique position in the climate dialogue, the potential for transformative food systems, and the urgent need for regenerative practices.

Blending culinary excellence with sustainability is not just possible – it’s profitable: Bálamo’s story

A Madrid-based restaurant, supported by Race to Zero Accelerator, Hostelería #PorElClima, shows that green innovation in the hospitality industry can reduce emissions and save costs.