The online units available through IFSTAL help you to better understand the food system through food systems thinking. In Unit 1 we looked at what the food system is, as well as some of the challenges that arise as a … Continued
On 19 October 2017 we launched the third year of the IFSTAL programme. Students, staff, alumni and external partners were invited to attend the event where we provided an introduction to IFSTAL and a taste of what we have to … Continued
As we near the first workshops of the academic year this week (1st and 2nd November), we recommend our students prepare by taking Unit 1 on the IFSTAL Portal. Our online units are designed to introduce key concepts, be easily … Continued
Blog by Lauren Blake, IFSTAL Education Coordinator, LCIRAH. 24 October 2017, London. Hosted by the Food Foundation, WWF, Food Cardiff and Nourish Scotland, the Vegetable Summit brought together public authorities, businesses, leading civil society organisation and academics, to pledge actions … Continued
Blog by Dr Harley Pope, IFSTAL Education Coordinator, University of Reading As a concept, food systems are currently in vogue. The complexity and unintended consequences of our global supply chains are undeniable. Hardly a week goes by when there isn’t … Continued
Guest blog by Neha Visavadia, City, University of London. As a student it’s not always easy finding food that is both sustainable and affordable. City Food Co-op was set up to challenge this. The relationship between sustainability and health is … Continued