1–2 October, Gothenburg, Sweden – SWITCH partners gathered at the Gothenburg Food Hub for two days of discussion and exchange, reflecting on project results and sharing lessons learned across the Food Hubs. From the analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) to policy recommendations, discussions explored how experiences developed across the project can help turn recommendations …
7 of July 2026 – San Sebastián | The Spanish event of the SWITCH Marathon took place within the “Food, Territory and Climate” UIK Summer Course, bringing together researchers, practitioners and representatives from across the food system to address one of today’s most pressing challenges: how to build more sustainable, resilient and equitable food systems …
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On May 27, the Musée Fabre, INRAE, and the Montpellier Metropolis organized an “art and science” event with the support of SWITCH: exploring the evolution of food systems in Montpellier and its region since the 19th century through the museum’s collection. A guided walking tour featuring two voices, mixing art history and agricultural science: David …
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29 March, Rome – On the occasion of Roma Capitale’s Domenica Ecologica hosted at Parco di San Sisto, Food Hub Rome celebrated a new stage of the SWITCH Marathon 2026, marking a key moment in the journey toward more sustainable food systems. The event highlighted the joint commitment of institutions, communities, and local stakeholders. Sabrina Alfonsi, Councillor for Agriculture, …
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 …
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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25th August, 2025, Gothenburg – In spring 2025, lively debates filled the media: What is actually Gothenburg’s most typical dish, and why do we need a new signature dish? Classic local favourites like the halv special and shrimp sandwich will of course live on, but the aim is to highlight an exciting and sustainable new …
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On May 27, the city of Donosti-San Sebastián hosted a pivotal SWITCH event that brought together stakeholders from the food, education, and sustainability sectors. The event centered on one of the most impactful public food environments in our communities: school meals. This event was a rich space for dialogue on how we nourish future generations …
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On July 1, the Metropolis of Montpellier celebrated the 10th anniversary of its agroecological and food policy. To mark the occasion, its vice-president, Isabelle Touzard, invited the partners who have worked together to develop this innovative public initiative: agricultural organisations, consumer and food aid associations, the Montpellier wholesale food market, local authorities, Metropolis support services, …
The SWITCH project in Sardinia is leading change in school canteens’ menus. Over the past year, four events have been held across the region, each one focused on raising awareness around sustainable food systems. The final event, hosted in the city of Iglesias on April 7th, marked a major milestone with a spotlight on an …