Public Expert Discussion of the Committee on Food and Agriculture on the Results of the Citizens’ Council on Nutrition
On October 30, 2024, the Committee on Food and Agriculture held a public expert discussion on the results of the Citizens’ Council on Nutrition. The Citizens’ Council was a randomly selected group of 160 citizens who met over several months to discuss the challenges facing the German food system and to develop recommendations for how to address them.
The Citizens’ Council made a number of recommendations, including:
- Reducing the consumption of animal products. The Council found that the production of animal products is a major contributor to climate change, water pollution, and deforestation. They recommended that Germans reduce their consumption of meat, dairy, and eggs by 50% by 2030.
- Increasing the consumption of plant-based foods. The Council recommended that Germans increase their consumption of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. They noted that plant-based foods are more sustainable than animal products and provide a number of health benefits.
- Reforming the agricultural system. The Council recommended a number of reforms to the agricultural system, including reducing the use of pesticides and fertilizers, increasing the diversity of crops and livestock, and supporting small-scale farmers.
- Investing in research and development. The Council recommended that the government invest in research and development to find new ways to produce food sustainably. They also recommended that the government support farmers who are adopting sustainable practices.
The recommendations of the Citizens’ Council were met with mixed reactions. Some experts praised the Council for its thoughtful and comprehensive recommendations. Others criticized the Council for being too ambitious and for not taking into account the economic costs of its recommendations.
The Committee on Food and Agriculture is currently considering the recommendations of the Citizens’ Council. The Committee will make its own recommendations to the German government in early 2025.
The public expert discussion on the results of the Citizens’ Council on Nutrition was a valuable opportunity for experts and the public to discuss the challenges facing the German food system and to develop solutions. The recommendations of the Citizens’ Council provide a roadmap for how to create a more sustainable and equitable food system in Germany.
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