INFASA Bern 2006 The Food Industry relies on sustainable supply of agricultural materials in quality & quantity terms at competitive costs Consumer's confidence depends on the quality and safety of the food supply chain Sustainable Agriculture - an important base for our business Consumer Trade Retail Food Industry Processor Farmer Input Providers Food safety & Legal compliance Sustainable supply Trust & Confidence Value for Money

Supply Chain Challenges Trust is to a high degree a supply chain responsibility - agriculture included Farmers and Consumers need to understand each others' preferences and concerns Food Industry needs reliable & predictable supply - local and international recognized quality & safety standards - for mainstream food measurable indicators - make performance visible Vision Indicators and Assessment Systems - Farm to Factory Climate Resources Pests, Diseases ... Society Economy Environment Policies Regulations Consumers ...

Harmonization for sustainability needed non exhaustive list... Input Providers Farmer Trade Processor Food Industry Trade Retail Consumer

Common R&D with public help to focus on critical issues Target - Objectives Tools and Instruments Assess sustainability mainly in Developing Countries and emerging economies Common R&D with public help to focus on critical issues All inclusive stakeholder approach (PPPs) Knowledge sharing & value creation - for all partners