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Tier 4 — Narrative / commentaryPeer-reviewed

We need a food system transformation—In the face of the Russia-Ukraine war, now more than ever

Lisa M. Pörtner, Nathalie Lambrecht, Marco Springmann, Benjamin Leon Bodirsky, Franziska Gaupp, Florian Freund, Hermann Lotze‐Campen, Sabine Gabrysch

One Earth · 2022

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Summary

Published in 2022 in response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, this paper by Pörtner and colleagues presents a case for fundamental transformation of global food systems to enhance resilience against geopolitical shocks. Drawing on expertise in food systems, climate, and public health, the authors likely argue that the war-induced disruptions in grain and fertiliser supplies underscore structural vulnerabilities requiring systemic—rather than incremental—reform. The contribution appears positioned as urgent policy commentary grounded in food systems science.

UK applicability

The findings are relevant to UK food policy, particularly given the nation's reliance on imported grains and agricultural inputs and its post-Brexit agricultural transition. The paper's case for system resilience aligns with UK policy emphasis on domestic food security and sustainable intensification.

Key measures

As suggested by the title and authorship: food security impacts, agricultural production disruption, policy recommendations for system transformation

Outcomes reported

The paper examines the need for systemic transformation of global food systems in response to disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine war. It likely addresses implications for food security, agricultural resilience, and policy responses.

Theme
Policy, governance & rights
Subject
Food security & global nutrition
Study type
Commentary
Study design
Narrative review
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
Global
System type
Food supply chain
DOI
10.1016/j.oneear.2022.04.004
Catalogue ID
BFmou2mlyw-2t3w1o

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