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About us
MATS aims to identify key leverage points for changes in agricultural trade policy that foster the positive and reduce the negative impacts of trade on sustainable development and human rights. Particular attention is paid to SDG1 No Poverty, SDG2 Zero Hunger and SDG3 Good Health and Wellbeing, as well as SDG6 Clean Water, SDG13 Climate Action and SDG15 Life on Land. Focus is on improving the governance, design and implementation of trade practices, regimes and policies at national, EU, African and global levels. In implementation, MATS develops and pilots new tools for a systemic analysis, and assessment, of the interactions between agricultural trade, investments, sustainability and development. The main project outputs are: (1) New quantitative and qualitative insights on the interactions between agricultural markets, trade, investments, policy, environmental sustainability and human wellbeing, underpinned, and illustrated, by 15 in-depth case studies. (2) A set of Discussion Papers and Policy Briefs on the impacts of EU, African and WTO policies with their synergies and trade-offs, on transition pathways for desirable changes in trade relations and instruments with recommendations for enhancing the coherence of agricultural and trade policies with sustainable development goals and policy. (3) An enhanced civil society–stakeholder–policy dialogue that is supported by an evidence-based communication platform – the Sustainable Agri-Food Trade Hub – which fosters effective collaboration between researchers, policymakers, civil society and the wider stakeholder community. (4) A set of innovative research tools for the analysis of the interactions between agricultural trade, agricultural and rural investments, policy, innovation, environmental sustainability and human wellbeing, and a suite of communication materials on agricultural markets, trade and sustainability. For more info on the MATS project see https://sustainable-agri-trade.eu/
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Our coordinator, Prof. Bodo Steiner, took the stage at #EUAgriFoodDays to present MATS during the Market Outlook Session 3. 🌍✨ Topic: Nourishing Food Sovereignty: Trade Policies for Resilient & Sustainable Food Systems. A great opportunity to discuss how trade policies can shape a sustainable future for food systems. 🌱🍎 #Sustainability #FoodSystems
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🌟 Excited to announce that MATS will be featured on Day 2 (Dec. 11) of the EU Agri-Food Days! Join us for Market Outlook Session 3: 🕑 14:00–15:30 CET 📌 Topic: Nourishing Food Sovereignty: Trade Policies for Resilient & Sustainable Food Systems 📺 The live streaming link will be available on the event webpage on the day. Don’t miss it! #EUAgriFoodDays #SustainableFoodSystems
EU Agri-Food Days
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The MATS Final Conference has successfully concluded! A heartfelt thank you to everyone for your enthusiastic participation and valuable contributions. Here's to the amazing moments we shared! #SustainableAgriculture #AgriTrade #FoodSystems
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Kickstarting Day 2 of the MATS Final Conference with an engaging joint discussion on lessons learned from the MATS H2020, Trade4SD - EU Horizon 2020, and VCA4DEV projects. Sharing insights, exploring synergies, and paving the way for impactful strategies in sustainable agricultural trade 🌍✨ #SustainableAgriculture #AgriTrade #FoodSystems #TradeForDevelopment
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Our final conference kicks off 🎉 Join us live and be part of the discussion: https://lnkd.in/dJEMtQdK
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🌍 New Blog Post Alert! Our partner, Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research ISI, shares insights from our project in their latest blog: Pathways to Sustainable Agricultural Trade. This pioneering initiative explores how participatory foresight processes, visioning, and roadmapping can shape the future of agricultural trade by 2035. Key highlights include: A. 34 actionable steps to enhance sustainability in global agri-food systems. B. Deep dives into critical topics like fair trade awareness, business model transformation, and food system connectivity. Let’s embrace these pathways to drive meaningful change for people and the planet! 🌱 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d3Y__KNp #SustainableAgriculture #FutureOfFoodSystems #AgriTrade
Pathways to Sustainable Agricultural Trade: Insights from the MATS Project
http://sustainable-agri-trade.eu
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🌍 We are thrilled to share that the MATS Project Final Conference is just around the corner, taking place on November 19-20, 2024 in Brussels in partnership with the European Economic and Social Committee. This event will dive into the latest advancements in sustainable agri-food trade between the EU and Africa, presenting solutions to foster climate resilience and strengthen trade partnerships. The conference promises impactful discussions on sustainable agricultural practices, innovative technologies, and policy frameworks that drive positive change in the agri-trade sector. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with leading experts, exchange insights, and explore the ways we can collaboratively address global food security challenges. For those interested in sustainable agri-food systems, climate action, and international cooperation, this event is a must-attend. Let's work together toward a more sustainable future! 🌱 🔗 Learn more and register (https://lnkd.in/dJEMtQdK) #EESCPartnership #EESC #SustainableAgriculture #AgriFood #ClimateAction #EUTrade #AfricaTrade #FoodSecurity #MATSProject #Sustainability #BrusselsConference
MATS Project Final Conference on the 19th and 20th of November 2024
http://sustainable-agri-trade.eu
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MATS H2020 julkaisi tämän uudelleen
MATS H2020 Project:🌿 Navigating Water Stress in Olive Oil Production 🌿 Our analysis of olive oil production dynamics in Tunisia highlights critical challenges related to water management and agricultural practices. Key findings include: - Irrigation Demand: The focus on olive oil exports increases water stress due to heightened irrigation needs. - Land Use Conflicts: Allocating land primarily to olive oil production reduces space available for other crops, impacting nutrition and farmer income. - Sustainable Practices: Implementing efficient irrigation techniques and ecologically responsible farming can mitigate water stress while enhancing productivity. Addressing these interconnections is vital for promoting sustainable olive oil production while ensuring resource availability at the local level. The policy brief of this case study is available here: https://lnkd.in/eKdeW8SS This case study is available here: https://lnkd.in/e9b9U_Pn You can find more details about other case studies, here: https://lnkd.in/ecmMKA-B The full report is accessible here https://lnkd.in/eVHfqPRn while the other project deliverables are available here https://lnkd.in/e_W4SbEC #OliveOil #Sustainability #Tunisia #Agriculture #WaterManagement Transnational Institute University of Helsinki MATS H2020 KnowlEdge Srl
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🌍 Is state-led investment in agricultural research still key to supporting smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa? Read our latest blog from Hoseana BOHELA Lunogelo and Maximillan Yanda from the Economic and Social Research Foundation #Agriculture #Development #Smallholders #SubSaharanAfrica #Sustainability #AgriTrade
Is state-led investment in agricultural research and extension still the answer to raising smallholder farm productivity for export crops in Sub-Saharan Africa?
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