Food System Dialogue

Objectives

1. Help farmers in Baripada use Natural Farming to deal with climate change and improve their crops, soil, and water.
2. Bring together farmers, policymakers, and experts to promote Natural Farming and find ways to work together.
3. Identify policies that can support Natural Farming and push for changes that help farmers and the environment.

Overall Aim:

This dialogue aims to explore how Natural Farming can help farmers in Baripada deal with climate change, and find ways to make it work better through teamwork and policy support.

Key Stakeholders

1. Farmers and farmer organizations
2. Policymakers and government officials
3. Market experts
4. Civil society organizations
5. Researchers and academics
6. NGOs and international organizations working on climate resilience

Expected Outcomes

1. Enhanced understanding of climate change’s impact on natural agriculture in Baripada, including the effects on crop yields, soil health, and water resources.
2. Identification of strategies to address challenges and opportunities, including the potential for climate-resilient crops and value-added products.
3. Strengthened networks among stakeholders to promote climate-resilient natural agriculture practices, including the development of a roadmap for action.
4. Identification of best practices and success stories in natural farming for climate mitigation.
5. Policy recommendations for integrating natural farming into climate adaptation and mitigation strategies.
6. Follow-up actions and accountability measures to ensure long-term implementation of strategies discussed during the event.