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National Strategies and International Projects for Food Security

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The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) aims to ensure a balanced and healthy diet in Germany through key objectives.

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These include providing safe food, transparent consumer information, and promoting sustainable agriculture, forestry, and fisheries.

Additionally, BMEL supports future-oriented animal husbandry and global food security, collaborating with partners in research and science.

National Strategies

BMEL develops and implements various national strategies to make the agriculture and food sectors future-proof.

  • Nutrition Strategy “Good Food for Germany” - Ensures a healthy and sustainable diet for the population. More information can be found here.
  • Organic Strategy 2030 - Aims to achieve a 30% share of organic farming in the agricultural and food sector by 2030. Learn more about this strategy here.
  • Strengthening Biodiversity - Focuses on protecting genetic resources in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Detailed information can be found here.

Other strategies in development include:

  • Forest Strategy 2050
  • Protein Strategy
  • Biomass Strategy
  • BMEL Cooperation Concept with African Countries and Regions

International Projects

BMEL is also engaged in international efforts to promote food security, sustainable agriculture, and environmental protection:

  • Bilateral Trust Fund (BTF) with FAO - Supports projects aimed at improving food security in developing countries. Further information here.

Forums for Sustainability

BMEL actively participates in forums dedicated to enhancing sustainable production standards and supply chains:

  • Forum for Sustainable Cocoa

  • Forum for Sustainable Protein

  • Forum for More Sustainable Protein Feed

  • Forum for Sustainable Palm Oil

(Source: BMEL)

Status: October 2024

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