By Emilie Vansant
We are happy to have supported this work led by Saija Kauppila, analyzing seasonal calendars across various African countries. Her findings highlight the abundance of nutritious vegetables available during what is typically referred to as the “lean season”, demonstrating the potential of both wild and cultivated foods to support dietary diversity year-round. As we develop policies to address seasonal food insecurity, it’s timely that we expand the focus beyond calories to include micronutrients — and promote biodiversity stewardship as a pathway to better nutrition. Thanks to the Alliance of Bioversity International – CIAT for the collaboration! Check out the blog post here.
You can download the full brief here.
