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SUMMARY:Expo Milano 2015
DESCRIPTION:Expo Milano 2015 is a non-commercial Universal Exposition with some very unique and innovative features. Not only is it an exhibition but also a process\, one of active participation among a large number of players around the theme of Feeding the Planet\, Energy for Life. It is sustainable\, technological\, thematic and focused on its visitors. Open from May 1 to October 31\, 2015\, the Expo will host over 130 participants. Running for 184 days\, this giant exhibition site\, covering one million square meters\, is expected to welcome over 20 million visitors.\n\n\nA journey of tastes\nVisitors will experience a unique journey that looks at the complex theme of nutrition. They will have the possibility to take a trip around the world\, sampling the food and traditions of people from all over the globe. Expo Milano 2015 will be the first Exposition in history to be remembered not only for its products but also for its contribution towards education on food and the planet’s precious resources. \nWorkshop and debate themes include:\n\nImproving food quality and security: the security of having enough food to live on\, and an assurance that the food is healthy and the water drinkable;\nEnsuring healthy and high-quality nutrition for all human beings\, doing away with the hunger\, drought\, infantile mortality\, and malnutrition that still afflict 850 million people on this planet\, and extirpating famine and pandemic disease;\nPreventing the new epidemics and diseases of our time\, including obesity\, cardiovascular disease\, and cancer\, by championing practices that have proven to be effective;\nPromoting innovation in research\, technology\, and business practices along the entire food supply chain to improve the nutritional value\, conservation\, and distribution of foods;\nProviding education in proper nutrition and encouraging more healthy lifestyles\, especially among children\, adolescents\, the disabled\, and the elderly;\nEnhancing the value of cultural and ethnic heritage as expressed in culinary traditions.\n\nVisit the website of Expo Milano 2015 for more information. \n\n\nDownload the discussion paper ‘The role of research in global food and nutrition security’ (Expo 2015 EU Scientific Steering Committee) \nRead the Press Release ‘Expo Milano 2015: European Commission launches scientific debate on how to feed the planet’ (Brussels – April 13\, 2015) \n
URL:https://knowledge4food.net/event/expo-milano-2015/
LOCATION:Expo Exhibition Site\, Milan\, Italy
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SUMMARY:International course - Lost harvest and wasted food
DESCRIPTION:Stark contrasts exist in how we manage the food we have available. While in developing and transition countries food losses mainly happen post-harvest\, in the urban and wealthier communities good food is wasted in retail stages of the supply chain and by consumers. Optimising the ‘farm to fork’ chain can contribute significantly to food security and sustainable food production. \n\n\nManaging the crop supply chain for increased food security\nStrengthening your insights to reduce the food lost\nEstimates indicate that 30% to 40% of the food produced globally is lost postharvest or wasted because it is never consumed. This is neither a sustainable use of the world’s resources nor will it help to feed the 9 billion people expected in 2050. Complete utilisation of food may remain science fiction\, but there are many possibilities for a drastic reduction of losses. A conducive policy environment\, and actively involved public services and private sector are prerequisites to reduce the amount of ‘missing’ food. In this course\, we will look at ways to minimise losses\, reduce food waste and explore alternative uses. Ultimately\, reduction of losses contributes to food security. \nDuring the course we will critically analyse the crop supply chain\, and design sustainable alternatives with special attention to harvest practices\, storage\, spoilage and food waste management. The role and responsibilities of the various stakeholders will be addressed. The training approach is interactive: we will use a mixture of lectures\, discussions\, group work and field trips with the aim to expose you\, as far as possible\, to all aspects of post-harvest and waste management. Meeting course colleagues from other countries\, but with similar interests\, leads to exchange of experiences and mutual learning. Participants’ case studies are the basis of the group work. \nCourse objectives\nUpon completion of the course you will: \n\nunderstand the link between primary production\, post-harvest management\, the supply chain and food security;\nbe familiar with alternative uses of food waste;\nhave insight into the public and private responsibilities in the supply chain for post-harvest handling and food waste management;\nbe able to design solutions for minimising the amount of ‘missing food’\, from smallholders to multinational retailers.\n\nTarget audience\nThe basic prerequisite for participation in the course is active interest and professional experience in this field. Participants should be proficient in English\, and have at least a BSc degree or an equivalent academic qualification. \nFellowships\nA limited number of fellowships is available from Nuffic – the Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) & MENA for nationals of certain countries. Applications for fellowships should be submitted before 24 March 2015. \nMore information on NFP fellowship. \nMore info on MENA fellowship \n  \n\n\n
URL:https://knowledge4food.net/event/international-course-lost-harvest-wasted-food/
LOCATION:Wageningen UR\, Aula\, Building 362 - Generaal Foulkesweg 1\, Wageningen\, 6703 BG\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Agribusiness Southeast Asia Roundtable (by invitation only)
DESCRIPTION:\nLeading companies in Southeast Asia are developing new inclusive business models that help secure their supply base\, meet the food demands of consumers and reduce environmental impacts. These new models are profitable for business and also enhance food security and alleviate poverty. They create value for all players across the value chain\, especially smallholder farmers and small businesses. Now the challenge is to scale up and replicate these efforts. This requires innovation in business practices\, creative investment and financing strategies and new partnerships. \n\n\nRoundtable\nThe Inclusive Agribusiness Roundtable (by invitation only) will connect business leaders with key development practitioners\, policy makers and research experts who are working at the cutting edge of inclusive approaches to agribusiness. \n\nThe Roundtable will help identify specific opportunities for investment in agricultural development\, barriers to growth\, critical areas for future innovation and research\, and policy requirements to drive greater business-led inclusive growth. It will explore practical and innovative solutions to the challenges of growing inclusive agribusinesses in Southeast Asia and provide a forum to share experiences and lessons learned. \nIt is a key step in building an active\, regional network of strategic stakeholders for continued exchange and innovation. \nYou can find more information on the event website. \nThe two-day event is being jointly convened by World Economic Forum’s Grow Asia Partnership\, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade\, Australia’s Food Systems Innovation (FSI) Initiative\, the Seas of Change Initiative\, and the Global Donor Platform for Rural Development. \nBesides the support from the convenors\, the event is also being funded by the Food & Business Knowledge Platform. \n
URL:https://knowledge4food.net/event/inclusive-agribusiness-southeast-asia-roundtable-by-invitation-only/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Ho Chi Minh City\, Viet Nam
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SUMMARY:African Dairy Conference and Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The African Dairy Conference and Exhibition (AfDA) is undoubtedly Africa’s most comprehensive convergence of the dairy industry stakeholders from farm to table and from across the world. The three day international conference and exhibition started in 2005 in Nairobi\, Kenya and has been held 10 times in seven different Africa countries. This trade and technologies and knowledge sharing and transfer platform is organized and hosted by the Eastern and Southern Africa Dairy Association (ESADA) annually. \nDue to public demand and the need to consolidate the gains made so far\, the 11th Edition of the African Dairy Conference and Exhibition (AfDA) will be held in Nairobi Kenya in September 23rd – 25th 2015. The 10th AfDa attracted more than 3000 valuable visitors and buyers\, and over 80 exhibitors from all over the world. The numbers are expected to more than double in 2015 and the 11th AfDA\, a place for dairy enthusiasts to gather and taste\, experience\, explore and talk about dairy. \nVisit the website for more information on the conference and the exhibition. \n
URL:https://knowledge4food.net/event/african-dairy-conference-and-exhibition/
LOCATION:Kenyatta International Conference Center\, Harambee Avenue\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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