Alysa Grude

Nutrition Specialist working in nutrition-sensitive agriculture and agri-food systems @ACDIVOCA MPH, Public Health Nutrition.

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

A2.3: Under our @USAID Victory Against Malnutrition project in #BurkinaFaso, Abibou Ouedraogo received a small grant to increase the processing of milk into more desirable products, like vanilla yogurt. Learn more: https://t.co/iQmeHvBHzV #WFDChat

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

A3: Diversifying agricultural production requires diversifying what consumers want. In #Mali, our @USAID CVC project increased producers' understanding of how to incorporate moringa + cowpea into dishes, resulting in increased consumption of these nutritious foods #WFDChat

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

I gave a lightning talk on "Thinking through the Food System in the POV of rural, vulnerable HHs" - important for resilience. Thanks AIARD for having me!

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

#OurTeam always loves learning more while participating in a robust exchange of ideas. Here are two staff members at yesterday's @CSIS #nutrition event #EndHunger @GuenettePaul @USAID @gatesfoundation @breadinstitute

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

We are missing the essential nutrition actions (ENAs) equivalent for activities in the agri-food system that target undernutrition #csislive @acdivoca

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

At the @CSIS Migration, Agriculture, and Rural Development event the common theme was that forced migration is a symptom of many larger "diseases", including food insecurity and lack of economic opportunities.

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Economies that have well-nourished populations are more productive #WFDchat #ZeroHunger

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

Q7: Because no market will be inclusive until #ZeroHunger is achieved. #WorldFoodDay #WFDChat #WFD2018

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

In #Bangladesh, we're working with @FeedtheFuture on a livestock and nutrition project where 80% of livestock farmers are women. We've seen milk production triple, which has resulted in increased consumption of dairy for all household members. #WorldFoodDay #WFDChat #WFD2018

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

In @acdivoca NAFAKA II project in Tanzania, farmers sell their maize to millers equipped with dossifiers that fortify maize flour, increasing fortified maize availability in the local market. Local government promote consumption of this maize through radio campaigns #WFDchat

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

A4: Being aware of price elasticity points, particularly nutrient-rich foods against cheap, staple based foods, that favor consumer preference for a healthier food environment #WFDchat

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

A3: Be intentional with private sector integration for larger, transformational shifts in the food system, while concurrently affecting customer preferences to pull on the demand for nutrient-rich foods #WFDchat

[ACDI/VOCA @acdivoca]

A 1: Several things contribute to hunger, including waste, lack of storage, preservation, poor distribution to certain areas, high food prices, and poverty.
#WorldFoodDay #WFDChat #WFD2018

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Weighing the pros and cons of school meals? Check out my blog for National PTA #schoolmeals #childnutrition https://t.co/S9IKowvxNX

[NationalPTA @NationalPTA]

ON THE BLOG: Packed Lunch or School Lunch? https://t.co/EW1oNPcm1T

[Pew Health @pewhealth]

All kids deserve a choice of healthy foods at school. #KSHFRural @USDANutrition @RWJF

[UConn Rudd Center @UConnRuddCenter]

@uconnruddcenter study: Look-alike Smart Snacks in schools - bad for kids, good for brands https://t.co/a0Bu3ImvQf

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Kids are impeded in making healthy decisions by look-alike snacks in schools. Strength in school wellness polices. https://t.co/M8OuZx7eSY

[UConn Rudd Center @UConnRuddCenter]

Junk Food Makers Market Look-Alike 'Smart Snacks' In Schools To Mislead Kids, Study Claims via @forbes https://t.co/BINwZwRchW

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Taking a break from #KSHFRural for a Cubs and Brewers game #gocubs

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

What do rural schools need to serve healthy school meals? #KSHFRural

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Rural schools work collectively to provide an environment that fosters children's health and success to their best ability #KSFHRural

[Alysa Grude @GrudeAlysa]

Blocking #zika funding because a portion of funds would go to Planned Parenthood in Puerto Rico is widely irresponsible @SpeakerRyan