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Regenerative Agroecosystems for NetZero
2024-06-01 08:00 - 2025-06-01 17:00 UTC | Penn Street, 2847, Penn Street, Fremont, MO, 63941
Regenerative Agroecosystems for NetZero, Nutrition & Green Economic Transition

Nature’s Infinite Potential for Unlocking Natural Solutions for Sustainable Living and Livelihoods
What have we learned from evidence at scale about food, water, land, carbon footprint, and how the agroecosystem approach transforms unsustainable land use through untapped potential, yet not new!
Regenerative agroecosystems offer a transformative approach to agriculture that simultaneously addresses climate change, nutrition security, and economic sustainability. This synthesis workshop explores the potential of these systems to drive a green economic transition while achieving net-zero emissions and improving global nutrition.
Key Thematic Areas

Carbon Sequestration and NetZero:

Regenerative practices such as no-till farming, cover cropping, agroecology/natural farming and agroforestry significantly enhance soil carbon sequestration and environmental flows.
These methods reduce reliance on fossil fuel-based inputs, carbon reduction and removal from the atmosphere and lower overall emissions,
The integration of trees and perennial crops in agricultural landscapes creates long-term carbon sinks.

Nutrient-Dense Food Production:

Soil health improvement leads to higher nutrient density in crops and foods.
Diversified farming systems produce a wider range of nutritious foods and culinary.
Reduced use of synthetic pesticides results in healthier, more nutrient-rich produce.

Economic Resilience:

Improved inputs use efficiency and reduced input costs improve farm profitability.
Diversified income streams from multiple crops and ecosystem services enhance economic stability.
Premium markets for regenerative products offer higher returns to farmers.

Ecosystem Services:

Enhanced biodiversity supports natural pest control and pollination.
Improved water retention and quality reduce irrigation needs and environmental impact.
Increased soil organic matter improves drought resilience.

Green Job Creation:

Transition to regenerative systems creates new jobs in sustainable agriculture, processing, and eco-tourism.
Demand for green technologies and services stimulates innovation and entrepreneurship.

Climate Resilience:

Diverse, resilient agroecosystems better withstand extreme weather events.
Improved soil structure enhances water infiltration and retention, mitigating flood and drought risks.

Policy and Market Integration:

Carbon markets and payments for ecosystem services provide additional revenue streams.
Policies supporting regenerative transitions can accelerate adoption and scale impact.

Technology and Innovation:

Precision agriculture tools optimize resource use in regenerative systems.
AI and big data analytics improve decision-making and system management.

Community and Cultural Benefits:

Regenerative practices often align with and revitalize traditional farming knowledge.
Improved rural livelihoods can reverse trends of urban migration.

Global Impact:

Scaling regenerative agroecosystems globally could significantly contribute to climate change mitigation.
Improved nutrition security addresses multiple Sustainable Development Goals.

Regenerative agroecosystems represent a holistic solution to some of the most pressing challenges of our time. By simultaneously addressing climate change, nutrition, and economic sustainability, these systems offer a pathway to a resilient, equitable, and sustainable future. The transition to regenerative agriculture requires coordinated efforts from policymakers, farmers, consumers, and businesses, but the potential benefits for people and planet are immense. As we move towards a green economic transition, regenerative agroecosystems stand out as a key strategy for achieving net-zero emissions while nourishing growing populations and fostering economic prosperity

Agroforestry for Green Economic Transition in North Eastern States
2024-08-09
Workshop1: Transforming Agriculture and Green Economic Transition through Agroforestry in Manipur

Manipur’s agricultural sector is currently grappling with urgent issues of land degradation, unsustainable practices, and the adverse impacts of climate change. Agroforestry emerges as a timely and promising solution that addresses these challenges and fosters economic growth and environmental conservation. The workshop presents a comprehensive strategy to revolutionize Manipur’s agricultural sector through sustainable agroforestry interventions. By implementing this approach, we aim to enhance productivity and profitability, improve livelihoods, and promote environmental conservation, aligning with Manipur’s vision for sustainable development.
Objective:

To bring together stakeholders to explore and plan the implementation of agroforestry systems for agricultural transformation and green economic transition in Manipur.
To explore agricultural transformation through functional agroforestry interventions in Manipur and improve landscape and livelihoods with a green economic transition.
Key Thematic Focus of Workshop Deliberation:

Increase agricultural productivity and farmer incomes
Mitigate land degradation and promote soil health and conservation
Enhance biodiversity and ecosystem services
Create new green growth job opportunities
Improve climate resilience of the agricultural sector

Participants:

Government officials from Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Development departments
Agricultural scientists and researchers
Farmers and farmer organizations
NGOs and civil society organizations
Private sector representatives
Academic institutions

Key Topics:

Overview of agroforestry systems suitable for Manipur
Sustainable alternatives to traditional jhum cultivation
Integration of organic farming practices with agroforestry
Market opportunities and value chain development for agroforestry products
Policy frameworks to support agroforestry adoption
Financing mechanisms for agroforestry initiatives

Proposed Interventions:

Agroforestry Systems Implementation

Multifunctional Agroforestry, Multilayer farming, and Silvo-Hortisystems
Increased land-use efficiency, diversified income sources, improved soil health

Sustainable Jhum Cultivation

Transform traditional practices with longer fallow periods and soil conservation techniques.
Increased Rainwater retention, Reduced soil erosion, improved crop yields, preservation of traditional knowledge and collective wisdom

Regenerative Organic/Natural Farming Promotion

Encourage regenerative and natural farming, organic certification for local crops and develop organic input production and product value addition and aggregation for better market share
Benefits: Premium prices for produce, reduced chemical inputs, healthier ecosystems

Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) Development

Sustainable harvesting and value addition for native fruits, medicinal plants, bamboo, and honey
Additional income streams, forest conservation, preservation of traditional knowledge

Integrated Water Management/Springshedes

Implement water harvesting, return of Springsheds, and on-farm water management
Improved water availability, increased crop resilience, reduced water conflicts

Capacity Building and Education

Establish farmer field schools and collaborate with local universities
Enhanced farming skills, increased adoption of sustainable practices, youth engagement

Workshop Format:

Keynote presentations by experts
Panel discussions on challenges and opportunities
Breakout sessions for focused group discussions
Field visit to successful agroforestry sites (optional, depending on logistics)

Expected Outcomes:

Increased awareness about the potential of agroforestry in Manipur
Draft action plan for implementing agroforestry initiatives
Identification of key stakeholders and their roles in the transition
Recommendations for policy support and incentive mechanisms
Formation of a working group to drive the agroforestry agenda forward

Follow-up Actions:

Compilation and dissemination of workshop proceedings
Development of pilot projects based on workshop recommendations
Regular stakeholder meetings to monitor progress and address challenges

This workshop aims to catalyze a collaborative effort to transform Manipur’s agriculture through agroforestry, paving the way for the state’s sustainable and prosperous future.
