In Finland, the City Region Food System (CRFS) aligns with the global principles of promoting sustainable and localized food production, distribution, and consumption. Finnish CRFS initiatives emphasize several key aspects:
Local and Regional Collaboration: There’s a strong emphasis on collaboration between urban centers and surrounding rural regions to create a more integrated food system. This collaboration aims to support local farmers, encourage regional food production, and ensure a steady supply of fresh and nutritious food to urban populations.
Urban Agriculture: Finland promotes urban agriculture initiatives, such as community gardens, rooftop farming, and allotment gardens, within city limits. These initiatives not only provide city dwellers with access to fresh produce but also contribute to a sense of community and environmental sustainability.
Sustainability and Innovation: The Finnish CRFS emphasizes sustainability, encouraging environmentally friendly farming practices, reducing food waste, and integrating innovative technologies into food production and distribution systems. This includes advancements in controlled-environment agriculture, hydroponics, and smart farming techniques.
Government Support: Finland has policies and support mechanisms in place to encourage local and sustainable food production. This includes funding for research and development in agriculture, subsidies for environmentally friendly farming practices, and initiatives that promote local food markets and networks.
Consumer Awareness and Education: There’s a focus on educating consumers about the benefits of local and sustainable food choices. Initiatives often include educational programs in schools, public awareness campaigns, and efforts to highlight the importance of supporting local farmers and producers.
Food Security and Resilience: Finnish CRFS initiatives aim to enhance food security by ensuring a diverse and resilient food supply. This involves supporting small-scale producers, diversifying agriculture, and developing strategies to mitigate the impact of external factors such as climate change and market fluctuations.
Overall, the Finnish City Region Food System reflects a commitment to sustainable practices, collaboration between urban and rural areas, innovation in food production, and ensuring access to healthy food for all residents while minimizing the environmental impact of the food supply.
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See here Lahti Living Lab activities at Cities2030 project to contribute to the city of Lahti food system: https://cities2030-community.gisai.eu/labs/page/50-welcome-page/
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