We invite policy makers to join our upcoming webinar exploring the European Commission's vision for agriculture and food systems through three complementary research perspectives.
Event Details:
Date: January 30, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CET
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online (Zoom)
Language: English
Register here
Programme Overview:
This webinar is a joint initiative of three EU-funded Horizon Europe projects: FEAST, SWITCH, and PLAN'EAT. Together, we will examine the European Commission's food systems vision from production to consumption, exploring policy implementation pathways and gaps for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (2028-2034), the social dimensions and stakeholder perceptions of sustainable food transitions, and participatory governance approaches including the concept of a European Food Policy Council. The session will bridge political vision, research, and practice to identify opportunities for creating healthier, more equitable, and more sustainable food systems across Europe.
FEAST – Implementing the EC’s Food Systems Vision — Pathways, Gaps, and Opportunities
Dr. Anant Jani, Heildeberg University – Introducing the FEAST Project: Rethinking Europe’s Food System Transformation
Dr. Saher Hasnain, Roskilde University – Beyond the Vision: Addressing the Missing Pieces of Europe’s Food System Transformation
Sofia Romagosa, EuroHealthNet – From Strategy to Reality: Power, Policy Framework, and Pathways for a Fair Food System
SWITCH – Bridging Policy and Practice: Social Dimensions of Sustainable Food Systems
Dr Mariavincenza Chiriacò, CMCC
Prof. Simona Castaldi, Università degli Studi della Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"
Dr Kristel Polhuism, Wageningen University, Health and Society
PLAN'EAT – Shaping a Sustainable Food Future: From Systemic Analysis to Participatory EU Governance
Laura Rossi, CREA
Erik Mathijs, KU Leuven
Tom Kiel, Wageningen University
Paul Kleebinder, TMG Think Tank & Polina Sokolkina, EPHA
We look forward to your participation in this important discussion.