From Vision to Reality, from Ambition to Action
Advancing a Low-Carbon and Sustainable Agri-food Future
⋮ About
AgFood Future Center of Excellence
The entire food system and a cross-sector ecosystem of partners must work together to meet the growing demand for food, feed, and fuel in a sustainable and responsible way, accelerating the protein transition.
AgFood Future Center of Excellence, a Beijing-based NGO, brings together a diverse group of agriculture and food companies, start-ups, NGOs, researchers, and public sector partners to define, measure, and advance the sustainability of food, feed, fiber and fuel in Greater China and the World. AGF provides pathways and solutions to enable stakeholders to accelerate the sustainability transition through collaboration, innovation and action.
AGFOOD FUTURE (AGF) INITIATIVE
Bridging China and the World for a Sustainable Future
July 25, 2023, AgFood Future announced the successful conclusion of its "Agri-Food Low-Carbon Sustainable Development Roundtable Forum" and successful launch of its "Sustainable Future Initiative" in Beijing.
CHINA GLOBAL PROTEIN INNOVATION DIALOGUES
Bridging China and the globe to promote protein innovation
AGF has been hosting a series of dialogues among public and private stakeholders to promote protein innovation and establish a communications platform. They provide cutting-edge information for policy formulation and market development, as well as offer invest resources and opportunities into green portfolios.
Development and Prospects of the Global and China Cultivated Meat industry.
FDA In-Depth Briefing: The First Regulatory Approval for Cultivated Meat in the U.S.
HISTORICAL 4-WAY PROTEIN INNOVATION EVENT
Grasping untapped meat and protein innovation opportunities
- Brought together, for the first time ever, US and China-based 1.0 and 2.0 agri-food industry leaders and relevant government agencies for a groundbreaking event to address sustainability in the food supply chain and the future of food for all nations.
"2022 CHINA NATIONAL FOOD AND NUTRITION DEVELOPMENT REPORT"
Exploring the pathway of protein innovation and nutritional development in China
AGF and the Institute of Food and Nutrition Development of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs jointly hosted the forum.
- AGF and the host signed a framework to carry out strategic cooperation around the research on "China's Sustainable Food System Transition and Promotion Policy".
- The "2022 China Food and Nutrition Development Report" being released. Put forward a series of major policy recommendations, advocated the establishment of a nutritious and healthy diet concept, promoted a healthy low-carbon diet, and jointly promoted the "Outline" research.
⋮ Focused Areas
We equip organizations with the tools, know-how, and network to ensure that no organization must go it alone in addressing emerging and systemic sustainability challenges. We also conduct research, advocacy, and best practices to make it easier for the private sector and its partners to not only set ambitious goals but also deliver meaningful impact and economic success.
Guidance & Regulation
Jointly create industry standards and promote industry development, while also establishing a healthy regulatory environment that facilitates the successful implementation of projects and initiatives.
Capacity Building
Strive to improve professional capabilities and strengthen the construction of green and sustainable talent teams through international exchanges and cooperation.
Standards & Measures
Our authoritative, credible standards and certification systems enable industries to quantify green data, innovate business models, and create economic value.
Tools & Databases
We offer ready-to-use monitoring and verification tools with unique Chinese characteristics that assess the impact of sustainable development, and support core decision-making processes.
Green Pathways
Our measurable, viable, and effective sustainable development strategies and realization paths are designed to support the implementation of green transition initiatives.
Projects & Capital Accessibility
We facilitate the establishment of project pilots, support the co-investing in high-impact solutions with peers, and bridge the gap between projects and capital.
AGFOOD FUTURE (AGF) INITIATIVE
Bridging China and the World for a Sustainable Future
July 25, 2023, AgFood Future announced the successful conclusion of its "Agri-Food Low-Carbon Sustainable Development Roundtable Forum" and successful launch of its "Sustainable Future Initiative" in Beijing.
"2022 CHINA NATIONAL FOOD AND NUTRITION DEVELOPMENT REPORT"
Exploring the pathway of protein innovation and nutritional development in China
AGF and the Institute of Food and Nutrition Development of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs jointly hosted the forum.
- AGF and the host signed a framework to carry out strategic cooperation around the research on "China's Sustainable Food System Transition and Promotion Policy".
- The "2022 China Food and Nutrition Development Report" being released. Put forward a series of major policy recommendations, advocated the establishment of a nutritious and healthy diet concept, promoted a healthy low-carbon diet, and jointly promoted the "Outline" research.
HISTORICAL 4-WAY PROTEIN INNOVATION EVENT
Grasping untapped meat and protein innovation opportunities
- Brought together, for the first time ever, US and China-based 1.0 and 2.0 agri-food industry leaders and relevant government agencies for a groundbreaking event to address sustainability in the food supply chain and the future of food for all nations.
CHINA FUTURE FOODS FORUM
Exploring protein innovation and commercial opportunities in China
- Since 2018, AGF has hosted China's premier Agri-Food Innovation Summit to bridge the agri-food industry with R&D collaboration and cross-sector innovation.
CHINA GLOBAL PROTEIN INNOVATION DIALOGUES
Bridging China and the globe to promote protein innovation
AGF has been hosting a series of dialogues among public and private stakeholders to promote protein innovation and establish a communications platform. They provide cutting-edge information for policy formulation and market development, as well as offer invest resources and opportunities into green portfolios.
Development and Prospects of the Global and China Cultivated Meat industry.
FDA In-Depth Briefing: The First Regulatory Approval for Cultivated Meat in the U.S.
GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR PRODUCT CARBON FOOTPRINT ACCOUNTING
Accelerating the protein transition with incentives
- Lead and draft the "General Principles for Product Carbon Footprint Accounting". The General Principles will begin establishing a set of regulations that helps food industry companies identify potential emission reduction opportunities by calculating greenhouse gas emissions throughout the entire food consumption supply chain.
How We Do It
High-Impact Collective Action in China to Address Global Challenges
In today's complex socioeconomic landscape, where factors such as geopolitics and climate change play a significant role cross-sector partners are experiencing tremendous changes. However, by striving towards high-quality development priorities, businesses can not only enhance their value but also expedite their journey towards sustainable development. This approach enables them to work hand in hand, achieving both their financial objectives and their commitment to the environment and society.
We recognize the synergy and need among global organizations who are serious about the potential of Greater China to find alignment between China's national high quality development priorities and the UN SDGs.
We offer a platform and a common vocabulary for collective learning that is inclusive of a variety of solutions and impact measurement across the 25 Goals.
⋮ China's High Quality Development Priorities
⬧ Dual Carbon Goal
Comprehensively reduce carbon emissions while encouraging technological innovation throughout the value chain to achieve a sustainable transition.
⬧ Greater Food Concept
Mitigate the impact of global food security and climate change by enriching food sources and varieties, promoting protein innovation and transitioning in China.
⬧ Biodiversity
Protect and improve biodiversity to promote synergistic improvement and achieve sustainable development on a global scale, benefiting both the economy and society.
⬧ Rural Revitalization
Achieve green and sustainable development through a comprehensive approach that increases production and income.
⋮ Why Join Us
AgFood Future (AGF) Initiative
Collaborating for Sustainable Development and Taking Action Today
We invite a wide range of stakeholders to partner with us for sustainable development. Apply to join our collaborative actions in Greater China and Beyond.
Learn Together: Research and exchange ideas, solutions, and business models.
Innovate with Peers: Assimilate resources to create standards, methodologies, and new solutions.
Scale Impact: Identify and share opportunities to invest in high-impact solutions.
Amplify Successes: Promote success stories and their narrative.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Tel: 010-53650317
Email: info@agfoodfuture.com
Addr: North East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
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