http://www.fao.org/giahs/news/detail-events/en/c/885956/ http://www.fao.org/agroecology/en/ Presentation by Caterina Batello from FAO, on GIAHS and Agroecology: how innovate systemic approaches can contribute to sustainable development. She presented the common systemic approach, common elements and opportunities between agroecology and GIAHS. The presentation was prepared and delivered in occasion of the GIAHS workshop for Europe and Central Asia, held in Rome, Italy on 29 and 30 May 2017

1. GIAHS and AGROECOLOGY
how can innovative systemic
approaches contribute to
sustainable development?
Caterina Batello AGPME, FAO
29 May 2017

2.  GIAHS examples showcased in FAO Agroecology Symposia
 Identification of common elements and differences:
- Agroecology focuses on sustainable food production & food systems
- Conservation and use of natural and genetic resources
traditional knowledge
Agroecology and GIAHS

4. DIVERSIFIED AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS

5. Elements of
agroecological
food
systems
GIAHS
Criteria
Efficiency
optimizing the
use of natural
resources within
farming
Balance
securing
favourable soil
conditions and
self-regulation
inside the food
system.
Diversity
maximising
species and
genetic resources
across time and
space within food
systems
Recycling
reutilizing
nutrients and
biomass inside
the system,
increased use of
renewable
resources
Synergies
optimal
crop/animal
assemblage,
promoting
ecological
functions for
self-regulation
1. Food and
livelihood
security
  
2. Agro-
biodiversity
   
Agroecology and GIAHS a common systemic approach
http://www.fao.org/agroecology/

6. Agroecology and GIAHS a common systemic approach
Elements of
agroecological
food
systems
GIAHS
Criteria
Co-creation of
knowledge
local and
traditional
knowledge and
innovation,
based on local
needs and local
ecosystems
Human and social
value
culture, identity,
tradition, innovation and
knowledge of local
communities and
livelihoods, focus on
women’s and youth’s
role
Circular
economy
local solutions
and local
markets
creating
virtuous cycles
Culture and
food
traditions
healthy,
diversified
and culturally
appropriate
diets
Land and NR
governance
smallholder food
producers as
sustainable managers
and guardians of
natural and genetic
resources
3. Local &
Traditional
Knowledge systems
    
4. Cultures, Value
systems and Social
Organisations
    
5. Landscapes and
Seascapes Features     

7. Agroecology and GIAHS common elements
 How BIODIVERSITY is managed, preserved /regenerated
conservation of natural and genetic resources
ecosystem services for food production
building upon potentialities of territories, landscapes and communities
 How KNOWLEDGE is managed
combining local traditional knowledge and science
local ingenious innovation and scale up opportunities
 Valorization of CULTURE, local IDENTITY and proximity
capitalized through short value chains and circular economies
 CO-ADAPTATION of rural communities
increased resilience to climatic and economic stresses

8. Agroecology and GIAHS
examples

9. Agroecology and GIHAS:
Examples
- traditional varieties of plants and animals
- Strengthened local economies
- Knowledge and biodiversity management
- Institutionalsupport
- Territorial development and agroecology degree
(AE farmers astrainers)
- Innovative rural tourism
- “Learning territories” program with farmers

10. Agroecology and GIHAS:
Examples
- Local food consumption and local markets
- inclusion of women, as artisans and processors
- intercropped fields with 3 principal species (fruits, forage, horticulture)
- Local bees and honey production
- Participatory Guarantee Systems

11. Agroecology and GIAHS opportunities
GIAHS
Hubs for
- Natural and genetic
resources
- Ingenious traditional
knowledge
Living laboratories
Agroecology
Co-creation of
innovative
practice, science,
knowledge and
designs
Proper
institutional
support
Systemic
approaches to
agricultural
development
Framework to scale up sustainable & resilient food systems

12. Within FAO
 SP2
 Program of Work and Budget 2018-2019
 Regional Initiatives on Family Farming
 2nd Agroecology Symposium to be held in FAO April 2018
 Case studies and best practices to be connected with Agroecology knowledge Hub
and Agroecology Global Tool
Sustainable development
 SDGs 1, 2, 15
 Climate Change & resilience interventions
Agroecology and GIAHS exploring opportunities

13. Thank you
http://www.fao.org/agroecology/