The United Nations Food System Summit has called for a radical transformation of food systems in order to achieve many of the Sustainable Development Goals.  There is an urgent need  for food systems globally to undergo dramatic changes to produce a sustainable, healthy diet. All aspects of food systems -environment, nutrition/health, economic, social and cultural – must be considered in order to effectively transform food systems.  The momentum for change is here, it is now time to act. 

Speakers

Lauren O'Connor, PhD, MPH
Texas A&M Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition Evidence Center

Naglaa El-Abbadi, PhD, MPH
Tufts University

Eileen Kennedy, DSc
Tufts University

Learning Objectives

1. Describe a Framework for Food Systems
2. Identify points and areas in need of further research along the Food System continuum for actional policy and programs to achieve a sustainable diet.
3. Explain the tradeoffs that must be considered in the process of transforming Food Systems.