2024-11-15 13:00:00
PBecause we all eat every day, food affects each and every one of us. At the heart of major issues, it carries numerous solutions that would make it possible to mitigate climate change and safeguard biodiversity, preserve the health of residents, create numerous dignified and lasting jobs, and thus strengthen the cohesion of our society.
The territories have answers to provide to current challenges. We, elected representatives of local authorities and public establishments of inter-municipal cooperation from all political horizons, from urban or rural territories, are committed to supporting developments in the agricultural and food sector towards a sustainable future.
We develop actions, in particular through territorial food projects (PAT), which allow us to focus on a multitude of subjects “from farm to fork”: maintenance of agricultural land, support for the installation of agroecological projects, increase in local and organic products in collective catering, support for farmers towards agroecological and water-saving practices, structuring of territorial sectors, establishment of food democracy bodies where each of our fellow citizens can have a voice in this chapter, educational actions towards new diets or even initiatives to allow everyone dignified and sustainable access to selected, quality food.
We are committed to training
At all territorial levels, we are mobilizing to enable our fellow citizens to live healthily and with dignity in territories that respect people and ecosystems.
We are committed to training ourselves, as elected officials, but also our teams, to better understand agricultural and food issues, and to strengthen our skills, knowledge and methods for the implementation and management of solid and coherent projects, up to current and future challenges.
The challenges we face require a systemic vision and transversal support which force us to rethink our organizations and operating methods for more cooperation and transversality in our projects.
To do this, we are committed to re-examining our budgets to ensure the consistency of our global policies with our agroecological and food transition projects.
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What are the main challenges local authorities face when implementing sustainable food policies?
**Interview with Jean Dupont, Local Agricultural Policy Advocate**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Jean. Your work focuses on sustainable agriculture and food policies. Can you summarize why food is a critical issue for society today?
**Jean Dupont:** Absolutely! Food is fundamental to everyone’s daily life, and it intersects with major global challenges like climate change, health, and social cohesion. By addressing food systems, we can find solutions that not only combat climate change but also enhance biodiversity, improve public health, and create stable jobs.
**Editor:** You mentioned that various territories have responses to these challenges. What specific actions are local authorities taking to create a more sustainable food future?
**Jean Dupont:** Local authorities are pivotal in this movement. We’re implementing Territorial Food Projects (PAT) that cover everything from preserving agricultural land to supporting agroecological practices. We’re increasing access to local and organic products in school meals, engaging communities in food democracy, and educating citizens about healthier diets.
**Editor:** It sounds comprehensive! Can you elaborate on the concept of food democracy and its importance in this context?
**Jean Dupont:** Food democracy ensures that all citizens have a voice in how food is produced, distributed, and consumed in their communities. By establishing platforms for public participation, we empower residents to advocate for their needs and preferences, creating a more inclusive and responsive food system.
**Editor:** You also touched on the need for training among elected officials and their teams. Why is that essential for implementing these food strategies?
**Jean Dupont:** Training is crucial because agricultural and food systems are complex and ever-evolving. By strengthening our knowledge and skills, we can make informed decisions and design effective policies that truly serve our communities. Investing in training ensures we remain responsive to both challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector.
**Editor:** In closing, what is your vision for the future of food systems in local communities?
**Jean Dupont:** I envision a future where food systems are not only sustainable but also equitable. Communities should thrive on accessible, high-quality food that respects both people and the planet. We want our residents to live healthily and with dignity—a dream that is entirely within reach if we foster collaboration, education, and innovation in our food approaches.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Jean. It’s clear that the path to a sustainable food future requires collective effort at all levels of society. We appreciate your time today!
