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Food Systems in Pollica with Official UN Food Systems Dialogue

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23 of May 2026, Pollica, Italy — The Horizon Europe-funded SWITCH Project continues to support Europe’s food systems transformation with the facilitation of an official UN Food Systems Dialogue. Hosted in the UNESCO-recognised territory of the Mediterranean Diet, these initiatives reflect SWITCH’s mission to bridge scientific research, culture, and citizen engagement in building healthier, more …

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Montpellier puts Food on the Urban Agenda

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From Foodscapes to Policy: How Research Became Public Action In October 2025, Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole made history. With the adoption of the Food Landscape Transformation Strategy (PALM), the Metropolitan Council became the first local authority in France to formally approve a comprehensive public policy dedicated to transforming food environments. At a time when food-related public …

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SWITCH Marathon 2026: Bringing Food Systems into the Policy Arena

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January 2026 brings the official launch of the 2026 edition of the SWITCH Marathon during the World Economic Forum in Davos (19 – 23 January 2026).This year’s Marathon is dedicated to policymaking, starting with the launch during the WEF. By becoming part of the conversation in Davos, SWITCH aims to highlight the central role of food systems …

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Webinar: Beyond Production: A Holistic Vision for Europe’s Food Future

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We invite policymakers to join our upcoming webinar exploring the European Commission’s vision for agriculture and food systems through three complementary research perspectives. Event Details: Programme Overview: This webinar is a joint initiative of three EU-funded Horizon Europe projects: FEAST, SWITCH, and PLAN’EAT. Together, they will examine the European Commission’s food systems vision from production …

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SWITCH Marathon Rome: A Morning of Dialogue, Research, and Community Engagement

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On 28 November, Rome – The SWITCH Marathon arrived at the Mercato di Campagna Amica in Rome, creating a space where researchers, institutions, farmers, and citizens could meet and reflect together on the future of healthy and sustainable food systems. The morning unfolded among market stalls, and direct conversations with the local community. Participants took …

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SWITCH Press Tour: Exploring the Cultural and Scientific Roots of the Mediterranean Diet

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16 November 2025, Pollica (Italy) – The award-winning journalists of the 2025 SWITCH Journalism Award from across Europe joined the SWITCH Press Tour in Pollica, Italy, to explore the heart of the Mediterranean Diet and sustainable food systems. The Horizon Europe–funded SWITCH Project concluded its 2025 Press Tour in Pollica. The event brought together six-award …

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SWITCH hosts UN Food Systems Dialogue: highlighting the role of cultureas a driver of the food transformation in Europe

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15 November 2025, Pollica (Italy) – The SWITCH Project organized a UN Food Systems Dialogue, placing culture and community as central to the sustainable food transition in Europe, in Pollica (Salerno). The Food Systems Dialogue, titled “Food, Culture, Community: A Living Heritage in the European Food Transition”, was facilitated by the SWITCH Project and the Future Food Institute on November …

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SWITCH Award Journalists Participate in Press Tour in Pollica

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The award-winning journalists will join the SWITCH Press Tour in Pollica, Italy, to explore the heart of the Mediterranean Diet and sustainable food systems. Pollica, Italy 13th november — The Horizon Europe–funded SWITCH Project is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 SWITCH Journalism Award, celebrating outstanding journalism that promotes informed and impactful communication …

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La Sardegna nel piatto: communities in connection for sustainable diets

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On October 11th, Cagliari – The Sardinian stop of the SWITCH Marathon took place in the heart of the Molentargius–Saline Regional Park in Cagliari. The event, titled “La Sardegna nel piatto – Communities in connection for sustainable diets,” was organised by Laore Sardegna Agency and the CMCC Foundation – Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change, with …

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