Abstract
From Farm to Fork Strategy is at the heart of the European Green Deal – the new growth strategy of the EU and a key to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From Farm to Fork Strategy is designed for building a fair, healthy and environmentally-friendly food system with an integrated food safety policy in the Union. Current paper presents some of the strategic accents of the main European documents and initiatives concerning future sustainable agri-food systems in the context of human health and well-being through the ecological, economic and social aspects of sustainability. Special attention is also paid to how the future Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) will contribute to the EU Green Deal, food quality and safety, and sustainable development as a whole. Particular examples are presented showing the support to the agriculture and food sectors amid Coronavirus and rural responses to the COVID-19 crisis as collected by the European Network for Rural Development (ENRD). Good practices from Bulgaria are also analyzed regarding the initiatives of promoting local food through farmers’ markets and online platforms and new challenges and best solutions. Conclusions focus on the general measures and actions for the effective transition to a fair, healthy and environmentally-friendly agri-food system. JEL Codes: I31, Q12, Q18, Q56
Highlights
In contemporary days of some of the most existential threats to Europe and world new growth strategy entitled the European Green Deal gains momentum
Farm to Fork Strategy is at the heart of the European Green Deal because the sustainably-produced and quality food is vital for addressing climate change and pollution and for food producers and public health (Farm2Fork, 2020)
The key elements are connected to generating fairer economic returns and competitiveness
Summary
In contemporary days of some of the most existential threats to Europe and world new growth strategy entitled the European Green Deal gains momentum. The European Green Deal is accepted as the new plan to make the economy of the EU more sustainable It will turn climate and environmental challenges into opportunities and make the transition just and inclusive for all. The Green Deal provides an action plan for efficient use of resources and establishing a clean, circular economy restoring biodiversity and cutting pollution. This means huge investments in all the sectors of economy for environmentally-friendly technology; innovation in industry; cleaner, cheaper and healthier transport; decarbonization of energy sector; energy efficient building; and international partnerships to improve global environmental standards. Current paper analyzes strategic directions in terms of building sustainable agri-food systems assuring human health and well-being
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