Understanding the nature, processes, drivers and governance of local food systems is a key priority to identify leverage points. To this end RAISE-FS has designed and implementing a Rapid Food System Appraisal approach to generate qualitative insights on key food system challenges and opportunities by engaging local stakeholders in action research. The Rapid food system appraisal is a methodological approach developed within the context of the RAISE-FS project. The RFSA process comprises a sequence of steps that consecutively build on one another to provide a diverse and integrated perspective on the current food system situation, key challenges and opportunities.
The project has developed a working paper on the methodology/approach of RFSA for facilitators. You can find it here
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