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Agriculture and Food
We promote sustainable production models to address environmental risks in agriculture and food systems, influencing policies and practices through knowledge sharing and collaborative innovation.
Our Objectives
Develop Innovative
Solutions
Address the complex challenges facing today’s agriculture and food sector—such as climate change, water scarcity, soil erosion, and food security—by developing innovative solutions.
Accelerate Knowledge and
Experience Sharing
Facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experience among sector stakeholders, influence public policy, and support the widespread adoption of sustainable practices.
Promote Sustainable
Agricultural Models
Encourage agricultural models that reduce carbon footprints and water consumption, while protecting soil health and biodiversity.
Reduce Food Losses
Promote logistics, storage, and consumption practices that minimize food losses and waste.
Support Small Producers
Develop training, guidance, and financial mechanisms to strengthen small producers and local value chains.
Create Dialogue Platforms
Establish multi-stakeholder dialogue platforms bringing together academia, civil society, the private sector, and public institutions.
We Are Here to Create Value for Our Members
As a non-governmental organization working in the field of sustainability, we aim to be a trusted partner in our members’ transformation journey. We provide a knowledge-driven and effective network of engagement that shapes the sustainability-focused strategies of the business community.
The main benefits we offer to our members include:
Transformation Through Collaboration
Through our working groups, we provide a platform for our members to develop concrete and impactful projects aligned with their sustainability goals. These collaborations, driven by collective insight, focus on creating real impact.
Fast Access to Current Developments
We closely monitor local and global regulations, legislation, and policy changes, keeping our members informed promptly and comprehensively about these developments.
Knowledge and Experience Sharing
By bringing together sector-specific and cross-sector expertise and best practices, we create environments for collective learning and inspiring dialogue.
Projects Focused on Tangible Results
With the projects we develop together with our members, we go beyond generating ideas, prioritizing measurable and visible outcomes in the field of sustainability.
Continuous Learning and Development
We support our members’ ongoing growth through trainings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing platforms, enhancing their capabilities in the field of sustainability.
Together with our members, we are taking the steps today that will make a sustainable future possible, amplifying our impact together.
Why Agriculture and Food?
Directly Linked to the Planet’s Carrying Capacity:
Agriculture and food play a key role in combating the climate crisis and conserving natural resources, as they account for a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption.
Ensures Food Security and Justice:
In the face of rising population, urbanization, and inequalities, sustainable food systems form the foundation for ensuring accessible, nutritious, and safe food for all—placing them at the heart of social sustainability.
Reduces Economic and Social Vulnerabilities:
Agriculture is a primary source of livelihood, particularly for vulnerable groups such as young farmers, women, and rural communities. Supporting these groups strengthens economic inclusivity and local development.
Where Circularity and Local Resilience Begin:
Local production and consumption cycles not only reduce the carbon footprint but also help communities remain food-resilient during times of crisis.
Creates a Leverage Effect in Policy and Systems Transformation:
Agriculture and food systems intersect with numerous areas, including land use, energy, health, trade, and employment. This makes investments in this field high-impact and multiplier in effect.
What We Offer
Water Risks R&D Project
Sustainable Agriculture Principles Guide
Working Group Management
Duygu Yılmaz
Sütaş
Mete Buyurgan
Ülker
Canan Coşkun
Alarko Holding
Ayşegül Yazgan Yücetürk
BCSD Türkiye
Serkan Soyuer
BCSD Türkiye
Sub-Working Group Management
Ahmet Burak Başpınar
Ülker
Başak Daylan
Ülker
Büşra Tuğçe Özdemir
Ülker
Fatma Can Sağlık
Sütaş
Süheyl Aybar
Ülker
Taner Ölçüm
Alarko Holding
Join Us!
Be part of the solution for the sustainability of agriculture and food systems. Let’s produce together, let’s transform together.
Sub-Working Groups under our Agriculture and Food Working Group:
Innovation in Agriculture Sub-Working Group Sustainability in Agriculture / Empowerment of Women and Youth Sub-Working Group Integrated Pest Management in Agriculture Sub-Working Group
For Information and Application
Serkan Soyuer
Project Manager
serkans@skdturkiye.org
