Agricultural Research for Sustainable Food Systems: Recommendations with Special Reference to Sri Lanka

Abstract

This chapter summarizes the recommendations and conclusions presented in 16 other chapters of the book. Scientific research conducted on different sub-components of food systems in Sri Lanka reveals that (i) a balanced approach that effectively utilizes the merits of traditional technologies with proper blend of modern agro-inputs is required to make the food systems sustainable, (ii) agricultural production and land policies are to be reoriented to diversify farm-level production, (iii) food systems are to be made more nutritionally sensitive through appropriate policies, institutions and technologies to promote production and consumption of nutritious and healthy foods, (iv) a well-coordinated agricultural policies, food policies and nutrition policies is to be implemented to address the challenges faced by the food systems and (v) building of human resource capital, institutional infrastructure and stakeholder links are great assets in the transition process of current food systems to sustainable food systems, and furthering economic development while achieving SDGs.