CTA Brussels

From 1983 to 2020, CTA used knowledge sharing and digital innovations to support sustainable food security in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific.

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

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[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Thank you for following @CTAflash through the years! As we wind down our social media activity, we invite you to continue to celebrate #CTALegacy and keep sharing knowledge that supports farmers in #Africa, #Caribbean and #Pacific 👉https://t.co/mqwvQSAAef

[Isolina Boto @isolinaboto]

I am very happy with the engagement & participation to 60 @brubriefings which discussed agriculture & food systems. Excellent speakers, big audience, great partnership between @europeaid @PressACP @CONCORD_Europe & @CTAflash. https://t.co/NnhFhXGlB4

[Len Ishmael @LenIshmael]

So pleased to join ⁦@CTABrussels⁩ at ⁦@PressACP⁩ final Policy Briefing #60 to discuss future of food and agricultural transformation. Such respect for CTA over the years, and real appreciation for support & work of ⁦@isolinaboto⁩. Kudos. Successful Mission Over.

[Brussels Briefings @brubriefings]

A resume of the main elements most appreciated by participants throughout the years in @brubriefings!

[Brussels Briefings @brubriefings]

A final slide from our stats so far! 60 @brubriefings organised since July 2007. Wide range of topics and co-organisers. Thank you all.

[Brussels Briefings @brubriefings]

A final slide from our stats so far! 60 @brubriefings organised since July 2007. Wide range of topics and co-organisers. Thank you all.

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

.@isolinaboto, coordinator of @brubriefings, is bringing the final event to a close here in Brussels. She points out that whilst the future of ag cannot be discussed in 1/2 day, the initiative has recorded a 100% satisfaction rate on the usefulness of the policy dialogues!

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

When #Africa starts producing for its own #domestic #markets, there will be no holding back that continent and #AFCFTA is massive opportunity says @LenIshmael during the #BBFutureFood audience debate

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

To close the panel session at the @brubriefings, @Marissa_C_Ryan of @OxfamEU recommends that the future #ACP-#EU partnership around agriculture adopts a cautious approach to working with the private sector, and ensures policy coherence for a holistic approach

[Marissa Ryan @Marissa_C_Ryan]

The 60th @brubriefings on the future of food and agricultural transformation begins with @europeaid reminding delegates that farmers' organisations and women's organisations should be at the core of the agenda. Delighted to join the panel to bring the experience of @Oxfam 🙌

[Oluwaseun Adedeji @seunadedeji_]

#BBFutureFarming
Speaking on #Farmer-led #foodsystems at the core of #agricultural #transformation, we need to protect and support the rights and dignity of small scale producers.
-@Marissa_C_Ryan (Global Deputy Director of Advocacy @OxfamEU)

[WRENmedia @wrenmedia_uk]

And some stats: 180 participants per briefing, 11,000 participants from more than 130 countries, and more than 350 organisations involved. An important and impactful initiative indeed #BBFutureFarming @brubriefings @CTAflash @PressACP @EU_Commission

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Happening Now: Questions and answers session at the @brubriefings

Watch live: https://t.co/ijfslOKIub

#BBFutureFarming

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

The programming phase of the EU’s development cooperation 2021-2027 (MFF/NDICI) should guarantee that FNS and agriculture remain key intervention areas for EU development cooperation, including adopting a holistic approach on food systems.

@OxfamEU @PressACP

#BBFutureFarming

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Smallholder producers do not receive adequate recognition or political & financial support (local govt support). Public policy often biased towards industrial large scale agriculture - @Marissa_C_Ryan of @OxfamEU

#BBFutureFarming

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Private-sector cooperation and blended finance should not undermine the use of public funding targeted at reducing inequalities and creating an enabling environment for small-scale producers to thrive. - @Marissa_C_Ryan

#BBFutureFarming

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Technology has its place in aiding progress in Agriculture. Much discussion on climate resistant varieties, use of #blockchain & other digital techs to ensure quality & more. Tech played an impt role in Vanuatu’s ability to monitor illegal fishing - @LenIshmael

#BBFutureFarming

[CTA Brussels @CTABrussels]

Ambassador @LenIshmael : The Tourism industry mainly relies on food imports as opposed to accessing the local market. Despite many years – little success in supplying tourism demand from domestic production and value chains”

#BBFutureFarming