Neglected and Underutilised Species | webinar
Organised by the European Comission and GFAIR
Neglected no more: Unlocking the potential of Neglected and Underutilised Species (NUS) for sustainable food systems and food security
15 October 2025, 10:30 – 12:15 (CEST) | online
This engaging webinar will explore the crucial role that Neglected and Underutilised Species (NUS) can play in transforming agrifood systems — making them more resilient, sustainable, and diverse. These often-overlooked crops and plants hold great potential for improving nutrition, supporting climate adaptation, enhancing biodiversity, and empowering local communities.
The event will bring together leading experts, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to share evidence, best practices, and opportunities for collaboration across Europe and globally.
Highlights include:
- Opening remarks from the European Commission’s DG INTPA and DG ECHO, offering policy perspectives on NUS in development and humanitarian contexts.
- Presentation of key findings from the Knowledge Review on Neglected and Underutilised Crops, showcasing new data and recommendations to strengthen research and innovation.
- Panel discussion featuring experts from FARA, FAO, CIHEAM, and other international organizations, highlighting success stories, challenges, and next steps for integrating NUS into regional and global food systems.
The IPBES Nexus Assessment presents a innovative lens based on the connections between biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate change
Photo by PROJETO CAFÉ GATO-MOURISCO on Unsplash: Coffee plant (Coffea arabica) growing in the highlands of São Paulo, Brazil — where rich soils and diverse microclimates nurture exceptional beans.