On 21 October 2024, from 13:30-14:45 CEST, during the 52nd Session of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) at FAO’s headquarters in Rome, Italy, a side event “The Convergence Initiative: Converging Food Systems and Climate Action for Better Food Security and a Sustainable Future’ is taking place.

"Stories of agrifood systems change" shares experiences from five countries—Côte d’Ivoire, Cambodia, the Pacific, Guatemala, and Albania—showing how FAO has worked with governments, civil society, and development partners to transform their agrifood systems. These stories highlight shifts in mindsets, power dynamics, relationships, and structures, while exploring what helped drive these changes. They try to clarify complex agrifood systems concepts, showing how a systems approach translates into real, tangible benefits across different national contexts.

A thought-provoking e-book, featuring contributions from the Hub and hailed as a must-read by Jane Goodall, emphasizes the vital role of regenerative farming and sustainable diets in transforming global food systems and ensuring lasting sustainability for human, animal, and planetary well-being.