Five Major Agriculture-Related Events at COP31
Agriculture, water resources, and food security are key topics at the COP31 Climate Summit in Antalya. The summit will delve into climate-resilient agricultural systems, rural supply chains, and food waste reduction efforts.
TodayPress TV reports that over 30 events and five significant agriculture and forestry discussions are scheduled within the framework of COP31, as per the program released by Turkey's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. Turkey's Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, İbrahim Yumaklı, will actively participate in these sessions.
Turkey's Turquoise Connectivity Initiative
The initiative, to be presented at COP31, aims to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the interconnections between water, energy, food, and ecosystems. The conference will explore the relationships between these sectors and climate change adaptation strategies.
Combating Food Waste
The summit will review global efforts to minimize food losses and combat food waste. This includes a global action plan against food waste and the activities of the Regional Centre of Excellence, with a report on rural supply chains prepared in collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
Engaging Women and Young Farmers
Two high-level dialogue sessions will focus on women and young farmers, addressing rural supply chains, water and food security, and their roles in agriculture. These discussions will also be attended by Minister Yumaklı.
Artificial Intelligence and Agricultural Innovation
A session on artificial intelligence and innovation in agriculture, organized by the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policy (TAGEM) and CGIAR, will explore AI's application in agriculture, climate resilience, and international cooperation. The event, opening with Minister Yumaklı, will take place at the Turkey Pavilion.
Additional Agenda Items
The November 9 program includes discussions on climate change adaptation in agriculture, water-energy-food-ecosystem interactions, and food security in the face of a changing climate. Topics such as circular agricultural systems, food supply security, and climate change adaptation will also be on the table.
The primary objective of COP31's agricultural agenda is to develop food systems resilient to climate change impacts.
Giymat Mahir