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Co-Release: Using Digital Tools to Increase Food Systems Resilience in East Africa Aug 12, 2022

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In this episode, GFSP director Caitlin Welsh and CSIS Africa Program director Mvemba Phezo Dizolele sit down with Melodine Jeptoo, researcher and coordinator at PlantVillage. PlantVillage is a non-profit research unit that uses AI technology, satellite systems, and field work to increase the yield and profits for millions of farmers in East Africa. They discuss the drivers of food insecurity in the region and explore how technology can be leveraged to build resilient food systems in East Africa. This episode is co-hosted and co-released with the CSIS Africa Program’s podcast, Into Africa.

Restructuring Today’s Humanitarian Sector with Jacob Kurtzer Jul 29, 2022

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In this episode, Jacob Kurtzer, director of the CSIS Humanitarian Agenda, sits down with GFSP director Caitlin Welsh to examine the nature of humanitarian emergencies today and factors that are shaping current humanitarian responses. Mr. Kurtzer considers how the sector can shift funding towards local partners and better integrate humanitarian considerations into U.S. foreign policy and national security strategies. Ms. Welsh and Mr. Kurtzer conclude the episode by discussing the changes he hopes to see for the humanitarian sector in the coming years.

Rebalancing Policy Priorities through Food Systems with Tom Arnold Jul 15, 2022

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In this episode, Tom Arnold, the Irish Government's Special Envoy for Food Systems, sits down with GFSP Director Caitlin Welsh to discuss Ireland’s food-systems approach to balancing its environment, health, and food-policy priorities. Mr. Arnold reviews Ireland’s experiences with famine, the development of its agriculture sector after World War II, and the policy priorities that have shaped Ireland’s strategy for a sustainable food system. Ms. Welsh and Mr. Arnold conclude the episode by discussing Mr. Arnold’s experience as the former coordinator for the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement and the importance of strong, consistent leadership in food and nutrition security.

Revisiting the UN Food and Agriculture Organization’s Response to the Russia-Ukraine War with Beth Bechdol and Rein Paulsen Jul 01, 2022

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Beth Bechdol, Deputy Director-General of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and Rein Paulson, Director of the UN FAO Office of Emergencies and Resilience, join CSIS GFSP Director Caitlin Welsh and Humanitarian Agenda Director Jacob Kurtzer to discuss how the FAO’s response to the Russia-Ukraine War has evolved since Russia invaded Ukraine in February. Ms. Bechdol explains the FAO’s coordination with Ukraine’s government and local partners to ensure agricultural livelihood support. Later, Mr. Paulsen describes areas of focus in Ukraine as well as the FAO’s response to ongoing global hunger crises exacerbated by Russia’s blockade of Black Sea ports.

Reengaging African Youth in Vegetable Production and Consumption Jun 17, 2022

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Gabriel Rugalema, regional director of the World Vegetable Center (World Veg), joins GFSP Senior Adviser (Non-resident) Julie Howard on this episode of Reset the Table to explore the role that African youth can play in reinvigorating vegetable production and consumption worldwide. Mr. Rugalema discusses World Veg’s efforts to engage women and youth in vegetable production and nutrition promotion, particularly in his home country of Tanzania and across the Southern and Eastern Africa region, and the importance of supporting the next generation of farmers to develop entrepreneurial skills.

Reimagining Solutions to Antimicrobial Resistance with Anders Dalsgaard and Paul Plummer Dec 10, 2021

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Anders Dalsgaard (ICARS) and Paul Plummer (NIAMRRE), two experts in antimicrobial resistance (AMR), join GFSP senior associate Kimberly Flowers to explore solutions to AMR in low- and middle-income countries. Dr. Dalsgaard and Dr. Plummer share global examples of previous successes in combatting AMR but note that sustained attention to the issue, and swift action, are required to meaningfully address this silent pandemic. Both experts stress that any solution must be context-specific and acutely aware of the disparity in resources between developed countries and low- and middle-income countries to address AMR.

Responding to the GMO Debate with Gregory Jaffe Dec 03, 2021

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Gregory Jaffe, director of the Project on Biotechnology at the Center for Science in the Public Interest, joins Caitlin Welsh in this episode to share his expertise on biotechnology in the U.S. food system and the relevant policies surrounding bioengineered crops, commonly known as GMOs. Mr. Jaffe and Ms. Welsh discuss the public perception and misconceptions of bioengineered foods. Mr. Jaffe emphasizes the importance of consistent policies for identifying and labelling these food products and explains how upcoming regulations from the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Law may or may not resolve ongoing conflicts about GMOs.

Reaching Veterans, Bolstering Food Security with Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth Nov 10, 2021

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In this episode, Purdue’s Military Family Research Institute director Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth and CSIS Global Food Security Program director Caitlin Welsh discuss food security in the military community. Dr. MacDermid Wadsworth describes the various causes and stressors that are unique to veterans experiencing food insecurity, especially veterans living in rural areas. Dr. MacDermid Wadsworth and Ms. Welsh offer potential solutions to food insecurity among the veteran community and discuss the role of food pantries in responding to immediate food security needs. Dr. MacDermid Wadsworth also underscores the importance of collaboration among policymakers and researchers to address food security for current and future veterans.

Rethinking Technology’s Role in Food Systems with Danielle Nierenberg Oct 29, 2021

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Danielle Nierenberg, president and co-founder of Food Tank, joins GFSP senior associate Kimberly Flowers this episode to examine the role of technology in food systems. The conversation explores how innovation in technology could address climate change and respond to inequity challenges in our global food and agriculture systems. To that end, Ms. Nierenberg stresses the importance of including farmers in the development of such technology so innovations that seek to improve agricultural practices amid climate change also continue to meet the needs of farmers. Ms. Flowers and Ms. Nierenberg also discuss the ways in which Food Tank highlights stories of hope and success in food and agriculture systems. In doing so, Food Tank hopes to advocate for ambitious changes to food systems domestically and globally.

Reviewing the UN Food Systems Summit with Agnes Kalibata Oct 15, 2021

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In this episode, Dr. Agnes Kalibata sits down with Kimberly Flowers, CSIS GFSP senior associate, to discuss the outcomes of the UN Food Systems Summit. As the UN secretary general’s special envoy, Dr. Kalibata provided key guidance and leadership at the summit, which was held on September 23. Dr. Kalibata explains the key issues affecting food systems that drove her to lead the summit and talks through the criticism the summit has received. She also evaluates President Biden’s $10 billion commitment to food security and describes what food security leadership should look like in the future.

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