Progress Report on the Deliberations of the Citizens’ Council on Nutrition
Press Release of the German Parliament (hib)
Berlin, February 11, 2025 – The Citizens’ Council on Nutrition, convened by the German Parliament, has presented its progress report on the deliberations of the citizen representatives. The report provides an overview of the current state of discussions and upcoming steps.
Diverse citizen perspectives incorporated
The Citizens’ Council consists of 150 randomly selected citizens who represent the diversity of German society in terms of age, gender, education, and region of origin. Since their first meeting in October 2024, they have been discussing the complex challenges of sustainable nutrition in Germany.
Focal points of the discussions
The deliberations of the Citizens’ Council have focused on three main areas:
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Sustainable food production: The citizens have examined the environmental impact of agriculture, the use of chemicals, and animal welfare.
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Healthy and affordable diets: The Council has discussed the nutritional value of food, the accessibility of healthy options, and the reduction of food waste.
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Future-oriented agricultural policy: The citizen representatives have explored how to shape a sustainable and fair agricultural system for the future.
Upcoming steps
The Citizens’ Council will continue their deliberations in the coming months and is expected to present final recommendations to the German Parliament in May 2025. These recommendations will serve as a basis for political decision-making on nutrition policy.
Strengthening citizen participation
The Citizens’ Council on Nutrition is an innovative instrument of direct democratic participation. It allows citizens to actively shape the political agenda and contribute their perspectives to complex issues.
Reactions from politics and society
The progress report of the Citizens’ Council has been met with positive reactions from both political and societal actors.
Minister of Agriculture Cem Özdemir (Greens) emphasized the importance of citizen involvement in shaping nutrition policy. “The deliberations of the Citizens’ Council provide valuable insights and will help us to develop a sustainable food system for Germany,” Özdemir said.
Civil society organizations have also welcomed the work of the Council. The German Association for the Environment and Nature Protection (BUND) called the report “a step in the right direction towards a future-oriented nutrition policy.”
Conclusion
The Citizens’ Council on Nutrition is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of nutrition policy in Germany. Its deliberations and recommendations will provide valuable guidance for political decision-makers and contribute to a more sustainable, healthy, and fair food system for the country.
Sachstandsbericht zu Beratungen des Bürgerrates Ernährung
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