The policy brief "Sustainable Food Systems and India’s Trade Agreements" focuses on the growing importance of sustainable food systems (SFS) in India, especially in light of its trade agreements. The paper discusses how India, a major global food producer and exporter, faces significant challenges in making its food systems more sustainable. Issues such as fragmented supply chains, lack of storage, high pesticide use, and food loss are barriers to achieving sustainability. The brief also emphasizes the need for stronger policies, better governance, and collaborations to align India’s food production with international sustainability goals. It highlights key government initiatives and schemes aimed at promoting SFS, such as the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Finally, it recommends policy interventions to address gaps, improve infrastructure, and enhance export competitiveness through adherence to global standards.
Source: Canva