Agrifood systems are deeply interconnected, so FAO ensures that efforts to transform them are also connected.

Our systems approach recognizes that lasting change depends on coordination and collaboration among people, institutions, policies and investments, rather than isolated, sectoral actions. A systems approach is a way of thinking, acting and working together that considers the interconnections in agrifood systems. Its objective is to change how agrifood systems function, to achieve and sustain multiple goals at scale.

The six core elements of our systems approach help policymakers and practitioners apply a systems approach in practice.