India Langley on being an AFN Network+ Champion
Added on 22 August 2023
We are faced with an unprecedented challenge: to create a net-zero food system for the UK by 2050. It’s a bold ambition, and one that can only be achieved by harnessing the collective power of our diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences.
Our challenge is not just a scientific or technical problem. It’s also a social, economic, and cultural one. Our food systems are not just about growing, processing, and distributing food. They are also about people, communities, traditions, and ways of life. They are intertwined with our economies, our environments, and our societies. So, any effort to transform them must be grounded in a deep understanding of all these aspects.
Who better to provide that understanding than the people who are a part of these systems every day, those who live and breathe the realities of our food industry?
These are the farmers, manufacturers, innovators, distributors, retailers, restaurateurs, and consumers. Their perspectives, insights, and experiences are invaluable. They are not just stakeholders in our food systems; they are integral parts of them.
Why is their involvement so essential?
Firstly, they bring practical knowledge. They understand the realities of the current system, its strengths and weaknesses, its opportunities and threats. They can tell us what works and what doesn’t. They can help us identify feasible solutions that are not just scientifically sound but also practically viable.
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