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Agroecology and GIAHS how can innovative systemic
approaches contribute to sustainable development?
Caterina Batello AGPME, FAO 23 March 2017
➢ GIAHS examples showcased in FAO Agroecology Symposia
➢ Identification of common elements and differences: - Agroecology focuses on sustainable food production & food systems
- Conservation and use of natural and genetic resources
traditional knowledge
Agroecology and GIAHS
Efficiency optimizing the use of natural
resources within farming
Balance securing
favourable soil conditions and self-regulation inside the food
system.
Diversity maximising species and
genetic resources across time and
space within food systems
Recycling reutilizing
nutrients and biomass inside
the system, increased use of
renewable resources
Synergies optimal crop/
animal assemblage, promoting ecological
functions for self-regulation
1. Food and livelihood security
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2. Agro-biodiversity ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
Agroecology and GIAHS a common systemic approach
Elements of agroecological food systems
GIAHS Criteria
http://www.fao.org/agroecology/
Co-creation of knowledge
local and traditional
knowledge and innovation, based on local needs and local ecosystems
Human and social value
culture, identity, tradition, innovation and
knowledge of local communities and
livelihoods, focus on women’s and youth’s role
Circular economy
local solutions and local markets creating
virtuous cycles
Culture and food
traditions healthy,
diversified and culturally
appropriate diets
Land and NR governance
smallholder food producers as
sustainable managers and guardians of
natural and genetic resources
3. Local & Traditional Knowledge systems ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
4. Cultures, Value systems and Social Organisations
❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
5. Landscapes and Seascapes Features ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
Agroecology and GIAHS a common systemic approachElements of agroecological food systems
GIAHS Criteria
Agroecology and GIAHS common elements✓ How BIODIVERSITY is managed, preserved /regenerated
conservation of natural and genetic resources
ecosystem services for food production
building upon potentialities of territories, landscapes and communities
✓ How KNOWLEDGE is managed
combining local traditional knowledge and science
local ingenious innovation and scale up opportunities
✓ Valorization of CULTURE, local IDENTITY and proximity
capitalized through short value chains and circular economies
✓ CO-ADAPTATION of rural communities
increased resilience to climatic and economic stresses
Agroecology and GIAHS examples
Agroecology and GIAHS East Asia
Fuzhou Jasmine and Tea Culture System in Fujian province (2014)
Aohan Dryland Farming System in
Inner Mongolia Autonomous
Region (2012)
Urban Agricultural Heritage of Xuanhua Grape Garden in Hebei province (2013)
Xinghua Duotian Agrosystem in Jiangsu province (2014)
Agroecology and GIAHS East Asia
3 Mechanisms for dynamic conservation in China
1. Policy Incentive Mechanism
2. Multi-Stakeholders Participation Mechanism
3. Industrial Promoting Mechanism (development of GIAHS brand) o Favorable eco-environment and landscape o Strong national culture o Good quality of agri-products o Plenty of biological resources o Relative surplus labor forces o Exquisite traditional skills
Agroecology and GIAHS China
Cultural industry
Food processing industry
Agricultural production
Biological resources industry
Leisure agriculture and agrotourism
Agro-product
processing industry
Agroecology and GIAHS China
CREATION OF GIAHS BRAND • Different products (functional agri-products, distinctive agri-products,
special tourism routes, tourist souvenirs) • Development of high-end market • Absorbing more labors • Increase farmers’ income
Agroecology and GIAHS Latin America & the Caribbean
Chiloé Island, Chile
- Over 200 traditional varieties of potatoes - Strengthened local economies - Knowledge and biodiversity management - Institutional support - Territorial development and agroecology degree
(AE farmers as trainers) - Innovative rural tourism - “Learning territories” program with farmers
Agroecology and GIAHS Latin America & the Caribbean
Chinampas and Milpa Solar systems Mexico City
- 30% of the Mexico City food market - inclusion of women, as artisans and processors - intercropped fields with 3 principal species
(maize, beans and squash) - Participatory Guarantee Systems
Agroecology and GIAHS opportunities
GIAHS
Hubs for
- Natural and genetic
resources
- Ingenious traditional
knowledge
Living laboratories
Agroecology
Co-creation of
innovative
practice, science,
knowledge and
designs
Proper
institutional
support
Systemic
approaches to
agricultural
development
Framework to scale up sustainable & resilient food systems
Within FAO➢ SP2➢ Program of Work and Budget 2018-2019➢ RLC - RI II “Family farming and inclusive food systems for sustainable rural development” - FAO Regional Agenda for Agroecology in RLC focuses on “Preservation and valorization of agri-food systems with territorial identity” ➢ Asia & the Pacific Regional Initiatives
Sustainable development➢ SDGs 1, 2, 15➢ Climate Change & resilience interventions
Agroecology and GIAHS exploring opportunities
Cases studies and best practices to inform and scale up public policies for sustainable food systems
Thank youhttp://www.fao.org/agroecology/