Independent Dialogue
Preserving Indonesian Traditional Foods for Sustainable Consumption
Geographical focus:
South Africa
Major focus
OUR DIALOGUE IS FOR ACTION TRACK 2, AND WE DISCUSSED THE FOLLOWING:
1. Food production activities / practices in dialogue participants' areas (urban or rural), both traditional and modern
Traditional practices.wisdoms are sometimes more environmental friendly
compared to modern practices.2. Varieties of vegetables are in participants area, and what kinds of traditional dishes are best known for these vegetables.
Identifying this will help promote plant-based meals which are lower in carbon emission compared to animal-based meals.3. Non-rice carbohydrates in participants area, as w... Read moreell as the types of dishes available, and the ingredients used.
As in most Asian countries Indonesia is too dependent on rice, where in many cases people eat rice 3 times a day. Shortage of rice can create social unrest. Whereas there are a number of non-rice carbohydrates available in the country.4. Eating patterns that pay attention to health and are also environmentally friendly5. Empowering consumers to make informed, healthy, safe and sustainable food choices Read less