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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetShocks and stresses on the Kigali City Region Food System 2024
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No results found.In recent years, global shocks such as climate events, the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine crisis have significantly disrupted food systems worldwide, compounding existing stresses and challenges. In response to these disruptions, FAO has conducted a comprehensive global study that targets all food system stakeholders, including local governments.For this study, in-depth case studies were conducted in 11 cities across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America to provide detailed insights into how food system actors respond to multiple shocks and stresses. Through interviews and focus groups, the case studies capture diverse perspectives and explore the complexities of building resilience in specific contexts. This publication highlights the unique approach of resilience-building efforts in Kigali, Rwanda. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetAchieving a resilient food system in a megacity: Chengdu’s responses to multiple shocks and stresses 2024
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No results found.In recent years, global shocks such as climate events, the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine crisis have significantly disrupted food systems worldwide, compounding existing stresses and challenges. In response to these disruptions, FAO has conducted a comprehensive global study that targets all food system stakeholders, including local governments.For this study, in-depth case studies were conducted in 11 cities across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America to provide detailed insights into how food system actors respond to multiple shocks and stresses. Through interviews and focus groups, the case studies capture diverse perspectives and explore the complexities of building resilience in specific contexts. This publication highlights the unique approach of resilience-building efforts in Chengdu, China. -
Book (stand-alone)Building resilience of city region food systems: a comparative study of eleven city perspectives 2024
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No results found.In recent years, local governments have increasingly focused on food security and sustainability due to the recognized unsustainability of current food systems. Support from city networks, academics, and international organizations has led to numerous projects and initiatives aimed at raising awareness and promoting concrete actions. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for resilient food systems, prompting more cities to develop response strategies.This study investigates how food system actors perceive recent shocks, identifies collective actions and public policies, and offers insights for enhancing food system resilience. It presents findings on shocks and impacts, public policies, and recommended next steps, concluding with key questions and hypotheses for future research on resilient city region food systems.
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