SA Harvest’s Post

What a whirlwind week at the #UNGA!!! I represented ACF Canada with my colleague Dr. Charles Owubah CEO of Action Against Hunger | ACF-USA. I attended many sessions including the #goalkeepers event that focused on the need for increased investment and innovation to address global food insecurity and malnutrition. I also had the chance to reconnect with old and dear friends and meet new ones, all with the hope of advancing global food security. Something that really stuck with me was a conversation with a cab driver in New York city. In his opinion, #UNGA wasn’t about solving problems, but about overpriced hotels and traffic jams in New York. I know he’s not alone in feeling this way. Year after year, decision makers from across the globe gather to discuss critical issues. Many rush around in a frenzy from one side event to the next. But for many, it still feels like the conversations don’t lead to any real change. The challenge? How do we move beyond conversations that seem to be a repetition of the same themes and ensure they lead to tangible, lasting impact for those outside these rooms? For me, the discussions at #UNGA gave me different perspectives on how we can create more sustainable and inclusive food systems, ensuring that investments not only reach those in need but also empower communities to be active participants in shaping their own futures. It also highlighted the importance of connecting high-level policy with the realities on the ground, making sure that the changes we advocate for are practical, equitable, and impactful for those who are most vulnerable. Let’s take on that challenge and ensure that our conversations during #UNGA move into much needed action.

Great to see gebana on this chart! Carpathia included gebana for the first time in their yearly efood review. Admittedly, gebana is still small. But then, we are not offering a full assortment either. Most importantly, we grow every year. In 2023, we gained a lot in the Romandie (merci!) and in the EU. And this year, we continue on this growth path. It makes me proud to see what is possible, if you have a clear vision and a consistent follow-through. I get often asked: can I as a private household also buy at gebana? 🍌 YES: gebana is an online shop for private households. Check it out! 🍌 And YES: we also deliver to many countries in the EU directly from our EU logistic centers. 🍌 We offer mostly organic and fairtrade food products that we buy directly from the smallholding farmers or cooperatives. 🍌 Some of it comes from our daugther companies in Togo and Burkina Faso or from our longtime partner Anyfion in Greece. The rest is from selected cooperatives or companies, each with their very special story. And we have many products from over 100 Swiss farmers. 🍌 The fresh fruit and vegetables are only available in season - when the nature tells us that they are ripe. 🍌 We believe: at gebana you get the best impact for your money! We re-distribute 10% of the sales from our online shop back to the farmers. (that is: 10% of the turnover, not the profit!) Thank you for talking about our mission. We can't afford big marketing campaigns like the big guys. We do it our way. And we can always count on the support of our gebana friends. 🙏 #gebana #organic #fairtrade #carpathia

✅ Healthy and nutritious 🍪 Ready-to-eat 📈 Supports local economy These are just some of the benefits of the fortified #biscuits used by the World Food Programme in #Afghanistan to help support children in our school feeding programme and affected populations in emergency responses. Listen to Somaya, our Senior Logistics Associate in Herat from inside one of the five factories that supply us with the biscuits. #SupplyChain #Procurement #Logsitics #UN

@AGWA and @Believer Meats to develop Cultivated #Meat capabilities in Abu Dhabi AGWA aims to capitalize on technological advancements to address shifting dietary patterns and support global food security AGWA (AgriFood Growth & Water Abundance), Abu Dhabi’s new food and water cluster, and Believer Meats, a global leader in the cultivated meat industry, announced their collaboration to develop capabilities in cultivated meat, including an opportunity for the company to establish a presence in Abu Dhabi, aiming to leverage the Emirate’s strategic location and resources to further its growth in the Middle East & North African (“MENA”) region. https://lnkd.in/dd9BHmHX

People are increasingly advocating for cruelty-free products, yet the recent claim by the Himalayas about being halal certified raises questions. 1.Will we ever break free from the shackles of casteism? 2.Why has this issue become a trend now? 3.Is this merely a ploy for cheap publicity? #AnimalCruelty #HalalCertified #CasteismTrend

If you're Rwandan or have been to Rwanda, you've probably heard of or better yet, savored our famous dish, Isombe. This beloved dish, made with fresh cassava leaves and traditional spices, is a true testament to our rich culinary heritage. Our hardworking farmers make it all possible, bringing these local flavors to our tables with dedication to feeding the community. At RiceAfrika, we're committed to supporting these farmers with innovative solutions like FarmEASY OS, designed to enhance their productivity and sustainability. Visit https://lnkd.in/ddPZtgGF to learn more Have you tried isombe? Let us know in the comments section. #isombe #VisitRwanda #FarmEASYOS

Rwandan food manufacturer set for expansion into Ethiopian market Africa Improved Foods plans to invest US$40-million in a new manufacturing plant, as it plans a wider African expansion. Africa Improved Foods Africa Improved Foods Rwanda Ltd #Africa #Ethiopia #Rwanda #business #Africanbusiness #businessstrategy #expansion #growth #growthstrategy #brandstrategy

How Can I Eat Plant Based In Rwanda?

Important points to think about.