Industrial agriculture maximises short-term yields at the cost of long-term soil health, biodiversity, and sustainability. This policy promotes regenerative and diverse farming methods that enhance ecosystems rather than destroy them.
Promote regenerative and diverse farming methods that enhance ecosystems rather than destroy them
Policy Objective 1 - Farming that regenerates, not depletes
Food Policy Instruments 👇
Remember: Policy instruments are the means by which governments can achieve the degrowth goals/objectives we urgently need!
1 - Institutionalise artisanal and organic farming 👩🌾
💡 Translation: Support farming methods that work with nature, not against it.
🌾 Promote organic farming, permaculture, and agroecology.
🌍 Encourage farming that builds soil fertility and biodiversity.
🚫 Reduce reliance on chemical inputs like pesticides and synthetic fertilisers.
Policy Objective 2 - Promote small-scale farming
1 - Support for small-scale farmers 🧑🌾
💡 Translation: Shift resources from agribusiness to peasant and local farmers.
🏡 Provide training, financial aid, and market access for small farmers.
🌱 Support urban gardening, local food co-ops, and permaculture streets.
🛒 Strengthen community-based food distribution systems.