We waste food while millions go hungry, we push nature to the edge—but solutions exist!

At the Global Conversations on Sustainable Health, experts from Uganda and Sweden tackled a crucial question: How can we nourish ourselves without harming the planet? Read the full article at Makerere University's website.

The Reality Check:

• 735 million people go to bed hungry—yet agriculture takes up 40% of habitable land and 70% of freshwater.
• Uganda: 26% of children are stunted, yet food waste floods landfills.
• Biodiversity is vanishing—Latin America has lost 95% of its wildlife, Africa 76%.

The Way Forward:

• Nature-positive farming—agroecology, soil restoration, and regenerative agriculture.
• Policy shifts—subsidies that reward sustainability, not exploitation.
• Reviving indigenous foods—nutrient-rich crops over imported, processed alternatives.
• Rethinking trade—supporting local farmers before exporting food abroad.
• Regulating unhealthy food marketing—especially to children.
• Democratizing GMOs—exploring genetic engineering for resilience, but ensuring fair access.
   

Collaboration is key! From street vendors to policymakers, we need transformative change, built on courage, equity, and a deep respect for nature. 

How do YOU think we can create a sustainable food future? Let’s keep the conversation going!