ASTA’s analytical and design tools are being applied across diverse agrifood systems around the world – from pineapples in Suriname to coconuts in Nigeria and soybeans in Zambia. The tools have been tested and applied in Bangladesh, Jordan, Nigeria, Suriname, the United Republic of Tanzania and Zambia under the ASTA Programme and in 12 additional countries through the FISH4ACP Programme.
Empowering countries to implement their national food systems pathways
In 2021, the UN Food Systems Summit issued a call to transform food systems in support of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. ASTA supports countries in accelerating this transformation, partnering with countries to reimagine food systems. It brings together technical expertise, innovation and financing to drive coordinated, effective action.
ASTA in action across countries
ASTA has supported agrifood systems transformation in diverse country contexts worldwide, demonstrating the flexibility and scalability of its approach in different sectors and development settings. Each intervention aims to accelerate systemic change and scale innovative solutions for more sustainable and resilient agrifood systems.
ASTA is being implemented at different stages across countries, with each building on the preceding steps of the methodology (ASTA Steps | Agrifood System Transformation Accelerator (ASTA). Value chain analysis and strategy design (Step 2) have been completed in Bangladesh, Lesotho, Malawi, the Republic of Moldova and the United Republic of Tanzania. Project formulation (Step 3) is underway in Nigeria and Zambia, while project delivery (Step 4) is ongoing in Jordan and Suriname.
Transforming agrifood systems across key commodities
Explore ASTA’s diverse portfolio driving innovation and sustainability in agrifood systems across a range of commodities and countries. From enhancing value chains to promoting inclusive growth, ASTA collaborates with nations to unlock the full potential of their agricultural sectors:
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ASTA teams up with FAO’s flagship One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) programme
ASTA has collaborated with OCOP in Lesotho, Malawi and the Republic of Moldova. Explore the progress achieved in these countries:
Proposed ASTA initiative for Africa
Africa is facing major food, fuel and fertilizer shortages. These crises are compounded by the Ukraine war, the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation and extreme weather. In response, the ASTA team has crafted the AP4A programme: “Building Resilient and Sustainable Agrifood Value Chains for Systems Transformation in Africa”. This tailored initiative leverages Africa’s strengths to transform agrifood systems, ensuring widespread access to safe and nutritious food. The programme focuses on a few key commodities at regional and sub-regional levels while complementing broader sector efforts.
Discover the AP4A strategy and partner with us!
Click on the left to learn more about the A4AP’s theory of change, expected impacts, outcomes and results. We invite you to contribute resources or provide technical expertise to help address critical challenges, such as food security, climate adaptation and rural development. By partnering with us, you can empower communities, foster innovation and build a more sustainable future for Africa’s agrifood systems.
By collaborating we can make a lasting difference. Your contribution can help shape a brighter tomorrow.
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