Tag: Food Security

Nurturing a Small-Scale Agriculture Future

The Viability of Small-Scale Farming Exploring the possibility of small-scale agriculture supporting the United Kingdom, Tokyo, or even the entire globe yields a hopeful answer: Yes, it’s conceivable. The essence of recent discussions underscores that without a significant surge in global energy resources, the shift towards energy-intensive food production methods is unsustainable. Conversely, the trajectory…

The Unsung Heroes of Biodiversity: The Global Seed Vaults

In the heart of the Arctic, buried deep within a mountain on a remote island in Norway, lies a modern marvel of biodiversity preservation—the Svalbard Global Seed Vault. Often dubbed the “Doomsday Vault,” it stands as a testament to humanity’s commitment to safeguarding the future of our planet’s flora. Similar initiatives around the globe, including…

Revolutionizing Agriculture: The Rise of Regenerative Farming Practices

The Urgent Need for Sustainable Agriculture The agricultural sector has long faced calls for drastic reform to become more sustainable. Despite small steps forward, its current state is largely unsustainable, posing significant challenges for both humanity and the environment. The Limited Reach of Organic Farming Beginning in the 1990s, organic agriculture gained popularity but still…

Cultivating a Sustainable Future in Food and Agriculture

Transforming the Food and Agriculture Industry The next couple of years are poised to bring considerable changes to the agriculture value chain, offering unique opportunities to develop businesses that are not only resilient but also prioritize green growth. Challenges and Progress in Food and Agriculture In recent decades, the food and agriculture sector has grappled…

Navigating the Evolution of Agricultural Policy: Lessons and Legacies

Reflecting on EU Agricultural Policy: A Historical Perspective As the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) contemplates its future domestic agricultural policy, it’s instructive to revisit the evolution of agricultural policy at the European Union level. This retrospective, guided by insights from former NFU Director of Strategy Martin Haworth, aims to uncover lessons from the past and…