In connection with the 4th EU Fresh Info Forum - the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS) is arranging a Roundtable discussion/update to share knowledge on the development of Sustainability in different countries.
IFPS Puts Sustainability on the Menu
IFPS has already put a focus on sustainability goal No. 17 Partnerships to achieve the Goal through our coalition of fruit and vegetable associations from the around the globe.
Goal 17 seeks to strengthen global partnerships to support and achieve the ambitious targets of the 2030 Agenda, bringing together national governments, the international community, civil society, the private sector and other actors.
The purpose
of the meeting is to provide new insights and contribute to the sharing of knowledge and inspiration. Knowledge is necessary when sustainability becomes more important. In the meeting we want to share and receive knowledge on the development, on the focus and on the work of Sustainability in different countries.
The structure
of the meeting is an opening introduction on the topic, followed by input from the participants on how different countries work with sustainability and what goals have been set.
An expected outcome
of the meeting is to outline which United Nations Sustainability goals are most relevant to IFPS members and create a policy statement and support priorities/actions to achieve success.