Food security has taken a centre stage for the global community amidst the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and the unprecedented impacts of climate change happening around the world. It is imperative that food systems evolve sustainably as the need to meet increasing global demand for food production becomes more pressing. The northeast region of India is known for its diverse agroecosystems and provides a range of opportunities for the development of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices, such as agroforestry, intercropping, and the use of local and traditional crops. However, there are certain financial, infrastructural, and policy constraints that are hindering the effective uptake of CSA. As G20 president, India can underscore the importance of adapting food systems to climate change.
How can we encourage the production and adoption of local resilient crops and reduce reliance on imported food? How can the states enhance the resilience of small farmers? What are the financial and technological solutions for achieving a just transition to climate-resilient food systems? How to employ de-risking techniques and promote weather-based crop insurance schemes to reduce agricultural losses?
Scene Setter:
Hector Marwein
Chairman, Meghalaya Sustainable Development Council, India
Panellists:
Mir Mushtaque Ahmed Robi, Member of Parliament, Bangladesh
Stefania Petruzzelli, Researcher & Writer, Future Food Institute, Italy
Akanksha Khatri, Head, Nature and Biodiversity, World Economic Forum
K N Kumar, Chairman, Meghalaya Farmers Empowerment Commission, India
Jaivir Singh, Vice Chairman, PwC India Foundation, India
Moderator: Arkalgud Ramaprasad, Professor Emeritus, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
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