Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum)

Max Blanck

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Italy

Dear Colleagues,

First of all, let me thank you for the very interesting stories you shared over the past few days.

They paint a very interesting picture on how the realization of SDG2 is being tackled in your countries and of the challenges that remain. Your first-hand experience touches on many different issues with land degradation, intersectoral cooperation, funding, food loos & waste, nutrition, education and animal husbandry all being mentioned as important elements. This multitude of aspects reflect the very essence of the SDG and their comprehensive and cross-cutting nature. They also showcase the complexity of our fight against hunger and the efforts that are necessary to move towards a Zero Hunger world.

I would like to encourage you to keep sharing your stories, allowing fellow practitioners to learn from your experience of what worked – or didn’t – and how you overcame the challenges.

Looking forward to your stories!

Max