Neglected and Underutilised Species (NUS) - overlooked crops and edible plants - hold great potential to enhance food security, farmers' income, and livelihoods, particularly in the Global South. They can also contribute to women's empowerment and healthier diets and the production of local, accessible Ready-to-Use therapeutic foods to combat acute malnutrition.

The webinar highlighted the growing momentum for integrating Neglected and Underutilised Species (NUS) into global food systems as a pathway to sustainability, resilience, and food security. More than 250 people joined the discussion, 40% of which from African countries. Many sectors were represented, including academia, NGOs, European Institutions, farmers’ associations, aid agencies, governmental bodies and enterprises.

Read here a summary with key messages and takeaways! Webinar Summary.

The video recording is available here.