A global debate on equitable, sustainable food solutions in the face of climate crisis 

The 5th Global Conference of the One Planet Network’s Sustainable Food Systems Programme, held in Brasília this May, brought together international and Brazilian authorities to explore policies that support the transition to food systems that are healthier, fairer, and more resilient to climate change. 

A central theme of the event was the need for integrated, scalable programs that promote both sustainability and social inclusion. The Policy Basket of Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty was highlighted as a practical, evidence-based contribution to this goal.  

The Policy Basket features a set of public policy interventions that have been tested on a large scale – including school feeding programs, public food procurement from smallholder farmers, cash transfer schemes, urban and peri-urban agriculture, food loss and waste reduction, and credit and technical assistance for family farming. These measures address hunger and poverty while driving a systemic transformation of how food is produced, distributed, and consumed. 

During the event, the Brazlian representatives launched a Reference Framework on Food Systems and Climate for Public Policy, currently under public consultation, to guide multi-level governance and align policies across sectors. 

The conference provided an opportunity to link food systems transformation with broader agendas, such as climate action and sustainable development.  

As Brazil prepares to host COP 30 next November, hunger, poverty, and food systems are being positioned as central pillars of global climate discussions. 

By highlighting real-world programs that combine environmental responsibility with equity and public participation, the conference reaffirmed that food systems must evolve to nourish both people and the planet.