Vanuatu - Stage 3
Discussion topic outcome
Topic 1 – Review and Validation of Dialogue One Inputs In reviewing and validating the outcome of the First National Dialogue (20th July), stakeholders proposed the following additional inputs: • There is an urgent need for Government ministries and partners to allocate adequate resources to implement the Gudfala Kakae (Good Food) Policy and other policies impacting on Vanuatu’s Food System. • Build resilience capacity to be able to respond effectively to compounding / widespread disasters e.g., volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, pandemics, cyclones and other climatic extreme events. •
... Read more Introduce price control mechanism for local produce to ensure balance of affordability to consumers + adequate compensation for producers and others along the Food System value chain. • Ensure proper data management systems are in place to establish baselines and measure progress of policy objectives • Facilitate, promote and support the use of technology and innovative techniques across the food supply chain: food production, processing and transportation. • Review seasonal calendar of crops and coordination of farmers/producers to improve availability and variety of foods and ensure sales for farmers/producers. • Introduce regulations/policies to reduce supply and consumption of unhealthy foods and improve supply of healthy food. This includes ensuring imported food staples are fortified with essential micro-nutrients. Read less
Action Track(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Keywords: Data & Evidence, Environment and Climate, Finance, Governance, Innovation, Policy, Women & Youth Empowerment