2023
Convene a series of workshops to identify research priorities in climate change and agriculture, resilient food systems, alternative farming practices, and social and economic factors that influence food access and food security. Develop a plan for transdisciplinary research that connects with real-world practice and experimentation.
2024
Launch at least three research projects that address critical issues identified in the transdisciplinary research plan. Host a convening to share research findings and explore implications for policy and practice.
2025
Launch at least three more research projects that address critical issues identified in the transdisciplinary research plan. Host a convening to share research findings and explore implications for policy and practice.
2026
Complete at least three research projects and begin disseminating research findings widely through academic publications, policy briefs, and media outreach. Convene a transdisciplinary conference on food system transformation.
2027
Launch at least two new research projects that address emerging issues in food system transformation. Host a convening to explore innovative approaches to transdisciplinary research.
2028
Host a transdisciplinary symposium to share cutting-edge research on food system transformation with stakeholders from academia, industry, and government. Develop research proposals for new projects based on identified gaps in knowledge and emerging issues.
2029
Complete at least three research projects and disseminate research findings widely through academic publications, policy briefs, and media outreach. Convene a transdisciplinary conference on food system resilience and adaptation.
2030
Host a final transdisciplinary conference to share research findings, discuss successes and challenges, and explore future directions for food system transformation. Develop a research agenda for the next decade that builds on current progress and emerging issues.