Trade offs and Synergies: case Bangladesh

Summary

In the context of changing agriculture and food systems it isimportant to think about the directions and pathways for change, and how to reach a balanced approach, to achieve the sustainabledevelopment goals (How are developments in water, agriculture and food systems balanced in the case of Bangladesh Which ways do we use to get information on this? A meeting with a sharing character was organized on 11 October, and experts from the Department of Agricultural Extension, academics and other professionals were invited. Key note presentations were given on the topic and the diverse group of experts participated in an animated discussion The audience provided important feedback on prepared example cases, while at the same time the exchange also provided new insights to all participating. One of the particular aims of the meeting was to discuss trade offs and synergies and test a visualizing tool for balancing food system pathways.