Back to Office Report: Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC) 17-19 April 2024 - 3
DOWNLOADDecember 11, 2024 - Isaac Minde
This Back to Office Report documents the 10th Annual Agricultural Policy Conference (AAPC), held from April 17-19, 2024, under the theme: “A Decade of Impactful Policy Reforms: Driving Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable Food Systems”. Key discussions included:
- Policy Themes and Questions: Sub-themes addressed food systems, trade, environment, finance, gender, youth, and nutrition. Critical questions covered the effectiveness of past reforms, ongoing challenges, and aligning future reforms with food system transformations.
- Conference Overview: Organized by the Policy Analysis Group (PAG) with over 200 participants, the event assessed Tanzania's policy progress under the CAADP framework, reflecting on successes and identifying gaps.
- RSM2SNF Contributions:
- Ayala Wineman: Virtual presentation on land values in Tanzania.
- Innocensia John: Panelist on inclusive and sustainable food systems.
- Isaac Minde: Presented stakeholder insights on pesticide residues in vegetables, raising critical discussions on nutrition and health.
- Collaboration and Opportunities: Emphasis on strengthening partnerships with ASPIRES, leveraging shared objectives to enhance project outcomes.
The report concludes with key takeaways on expanding stakeholder engagement and fostering partnerships for impactful policy interventions. RSM2SNF’s contributions were widely recognized, including receiving a certificate of appreciation for active participation.