The Four Betters
Through its FAO Strategic Framework 2022—2031 upon which the CPF is derived, FAO Kenya, seeks to contribute towards Agenda 2030 through more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable agri-food systems to achieve the 4-Betters - Better Production, Better Nutrition, Better Environment and a
The Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Agriculture and
Linturi noted that the Anchor number one of our Agriculture Sector Transformation and Growth Strategy (ASTGS) looks at increasing the Small-Scale farmers, Pastoralists and Fisherfolk incomes by providing opportunities for farmers to earn better incomes. The ASTGS aims at transforming agriculture through modernization of on-farm production, shifting production towards more climate smart solutions, and driving more resilient food systems in crops and livestock sectors. And this he noted is in tandem with the aspirations of FAO CPF.
"FAO has been supporting the government in emergency interventions and resilience building, but climate-change emergencies are becoming more frequent, intense and our approach must therefore change from reactionary to being pro-active. This calls for better planning, coordination, and precision surveillance at both National and County Government levels." Carla Mucavi the FAO Kenya Country Representative said during the launch.
Aligning to Government Priorities
Mucavi added that climate change is real and its adverse effects on mother nature are becoming more frequent and severe; and the global community has agreed on the need for firm and consistent climate actions to mitigate these challenges. She noted FAO’s effort in building resilient food systems.
Medhin Tsehaiu, the Country Director at UNAIDS on behalf of the Resident Coordinator lauded FAO for developing and launching its CPF. She noted that the CPF was aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for
The CPF will contribute to strengthening policies, institutions, and investments for agrifood systems transformation within the scope of the Agricultural Sector Transformation and Growth Strategy (ASTGS) and the food systems transformation pathways at the national and county levels. The five result areas of the CPF are: - Climate-Smart Crop, Livestock Fisheries and Aquaculture Production Systems, enhanced Inclusiveness and Efficiency in Agri-food value Chains, enhanced Climate Actions across Agri-food Systems, Sustainable use of Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management; and mainstreaming Inclusivity and Institutional Strengthening to reduce inequalities and exclusion in Agri-food systems.
Also present during the launch were the Governors of Laikipia and Wajir Counties Hon.
The FAO’s goal of agrifood system transformation aims to generate a future where all people have access to healthy diets, which are produced in sustainable and resilient ways that restore nature and deliver just, equitable livelihoods in a sustainable manner.
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