COVID-19 Updates
The International Agri-Food Network (IAFN) and Private Sector Mechanism (PSM) are closely monitoring the developing COVID-19 situation and are working to bring you the most up to date information. For the most up to date information from the World Health Organization please click here.
Below you will find up to date information from our Private Sector Mechanism members and related actors on their responses to COVID-19.
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PSM – COVID-19 – Position Paper – 2020
The global COVID pandemic has reminded everyone of the need to stay healthy and the primacy of access to food for food security. While the immediate problem has been access to food and the need for shelf stable foods, disruptions at borders and in supply chains may cause an echo in the food system with potentially disastrous effects.
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IAFN – CFS Chair Statement on COVID-19 – 2020
As the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection has spread to pandemic proportions over the last few weeks, I feel – in my role as Chair of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) – that we have both a moral and political obligation to initiate a proactive dialogue among our stakeholders on the implications and potential impacts of this pandemic on global food security and nutrition. As a Committee, our prompt and resolute action and messages must have one goal in mind: to urge as strongly as possible that all responsible leaders – in governments, business, academia, civil society, and elsewhere – do everything in their power to prevent this health crisis from becoming a food crisis. We saw such a scenario occur only a decade earlier when a financial crisis morphed into such a food crisis. We must avoid this from happening again, for the sake of our peoples and our planet. Sitting idly by is not an option.
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IAFN – HLPE Impact Report of COVID-19 on Food Security and Nutrition – 2020
Given the very short notice of the CFS’s urgent request, and the fact that the present crisis is unprecedented in its scale, changing rapidly and with many unknowns, this document should be viewed as a preliminary discussion document aimed to help inform the CFS about the impact of COVID-19 on food security and nutrition (FSN) as currently perceived by HLPE. Following discussion with the Bureau and Advisory Group of the CFS, the HLPE anticipates further updates to this document as the situation evolves, as well as integrating the issue in the next HLPE Report: “Food security and nutrition: a global narrative towards 2030”.
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HLPE Impacts of COVID-19 on Food Security and Nutrition: developing effective policy responses to address the hunger and malnutrition pandemic
Op-Ed by the President of the UN General Assembly
AgFunder Network
Southeast Asian VCs band together to provide COVID-19 Support for Startups
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Arla
COVID-19: TG Alra, Markers of of Dano Milk Commit NN150m to Health, Well-being of Nigerians Amid Lockdown
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Bayer
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IAFN – Bayer Response to COVID-19 – 2020
Bayer’s conduct is guided by the principle of “Health for All, Hunger for None”. In light of the developing COVID-19 situation, this is today truer than ever before. Bayer Pharma is well positioned to help contain the outbreak of COVID-19 and find a therapeutic against it. In close collaboration with authorities, industry partners, and other stakeholders, we are mobilizing resources to provide relief in the short term and find a suitable therapeutic in the medium term. In particular, we are engaged in financial and product donations, research cooperations, ensuring medicinal supply, and community support.
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Bloomberg
World Hunger Could Double as Coronavirus Disrupts Food Supply
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Canadian Chamber of Commerce
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IAFN – COVID Supply Chain Issues Brief – 2020
The rollout of “essential services” rules across the country has created a patchwork that prevent the continuation of the critical functions that service businesses and consumers.
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Cargill
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IAFN – Cargill COVID-19 Response – 2020
Cargill provides an essential service to the world: delivering the food, feed, and ingredients that nourish people and animals. As individuals, families, and communities around the world face challenges and uncertainty caused by the spread of COVID-19, our purpose to nourish the world has never been more important. During this unprecedented time, we are working around the clock with farmers and our customers – the world’s food retailers and service providers – to continue feeding the world safely, responsibly and sustainably. We remain confident in the dependability of our global food system.
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Chaudhary Farms
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IAFN – COVID-19 in India – 2020
Here in India though the number of cases [of COVID-19] as of now seems to be under control which I hope to be the case for the future as otherwise with such a huge population of 1.3 billion people things can get frightening.
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The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Foundation Awards Additional $13.5 Million in Grants to Support Non-Profit Organizations Responding to the Coronavirus Pandemic Across the United States and Canada
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COVID-19 Response: How the Coca-Cola North America System is Supporting Communities and Frontline Responders
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Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research
CGIAR’s Response to COVID-19
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Consumer Goods Forum
Positive Actions – Industry Actions to Tackle COVID-19 and Support People
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Crop Trust
A COVID-19 Update by Stefan Schmitz
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CropLife International
Plant Science Industry Prepared to Support Farmers and a Stable Food Supply
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Dairy Processors Association of Canada
COVID-19
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Danone
COVID19: Emmanuel Faber, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Danone announces Exceptional Measures
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Danone North America donates to help Feed those in need during COVID-19 Crisis
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EAT Forum
COVID-19 and Food Systems
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Ethical Corporation
COVID-19 Roundup: Companies Rally as Pandemic takes Escalating Toll
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IFCN Dairy Research Network
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IAFN – IFCN Dairy Conference 2020 Press Release – 2020
Covid-19 related dairy crisis – the fear is bigger than its impact – yet Dairy experts from 70 countries have been discussed the Covid-19 related dairy crisis during the 21th IFCN Dairy Conference on June 2nd – 3 rd. The event focused on the status of the dairy world, and the way in and out of the crisis.
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Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations
COVID-19: Channels of Transmission to Food and Agriculture
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IAFN – Maintaining a Healthy Diet During the COVID-19 Pandemic – 2020
The COVID-19 (also commonly called coronavirus) pandemic is causing a lot of changes in the daily lives of people around the world. However, there are things that can be done to maintain a healthy lifestyle in these difficult times. First and foremost, everyone is encouraged to follow World Health Organization (WHO) and governmental advice to protect against COVID-19 infection and transmission. Physical distancing and good hygiene are the best protection for yourself and others against COVID-19.
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The Food and Land Use Coalition
A Call to Actions for World Leaders: Preventing a Global Food Crisis While Combating COVID-19
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Food Industry Asia
COVID-19 Food and Beverage Impact: Monitoring Update: May 8 2020
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COVID-19 Food and Beverage Impact: Monitoring Update: April 3 2020
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COVID-19 Food and Beverage Impact: Monitoring Update April 24 2020
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Food Supply Chain Disruptions and Trade Protectionist Measures amid COVID-19 Pandemic could cause Major Food Shortages across Asia
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Food Tank
Amid Difficult COVID-19 News from Around the World, There’s Hope in the Food System
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FoodDrinkEurope/Copa and Cogeca/CELCAA
#FoodHeroes
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Joint Statement: Ensuring Food Security is our Primary Objective
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G20 Extraordinary Agriculture Ministers Meeting
Ministerial Statement on COVID-19
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Global Child Nutrition Foundation
COVID-19 and School Meals Around the World
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Global Farmer Network
COVID-19 Around the World – Farmer Views
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Grupo Bimbo
Grupo Bimbo Announces Donations in Mexico for an Amount Over $200 Million Pesos to help Cope with COVID-19
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International Chamber of Commerce
A Call to Action to to Save Our SMEs
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International Dairy Federation
COVID-19 Resources for the Dairy Sector
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Relying on Dairy in a World Consumed by COVID-19
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International Fertilizer Association
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IAFN – IFA COVID Key Messages – 2020
While amidst the COVID situation, food is officially recognized worldwide as an “essential good” for international trade and supply chain measures, it bears emphasis that the production of most of our food is originated on the farm.
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The Global Fertilizer Supply Chain is Committed to Delivering Plant Nutrition Products to Farmers Around the World in these Challenging Times
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International Fertilizer Development Centre
East-Southern Africa COVID-19 Fertilizer Watch – April 23, 2020
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International Food and Beverage Alliance
International Food and Beverage Alliance Commits to Support during COVID-19 Pandemic
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Statement by the International Food and Beverage Alliance on Ensuring Safe and Uninterrupted Production and Supply of Food and Beverage Products during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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International Food Policy Research Institute
COVID-19: Implications for Global and Country-Level Food Security, Nutrition, and Poverty
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The COVID-19 Nutrition Crisis: What to Expect and How to Protect
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International Trade Centre
Supporting Small Businesses through the COVID-19 Crisis
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Kellogg
Kellogg Global COVID-19 Hunger Relief Donation now Exceeds $10 Million
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Lancet
Impacts of COVID-19 on childhood malnutrition and nutrition related mortality
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Mars
Our Global COVID-19 Response
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McDonald’s
McDonald’s Donates $3.1 Million in Food to U.S.Communities during COVID-19 Outbreak
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Medium
COVID-19 is Affecting African Farmers and Food Supply Chains
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Mondelez International
Mondelez International uses 3D Chocolate-making Technology to make Medical Visors for NHS and Frontline Staff
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Nestle
Helping Tackle the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Nestle Steps Up Global Response to COVID-19 Pandemic, Joins forces with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
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OCP
For Our Country
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PepsiCo
Activating PepsiCo’s Global Resources to Provide Food and Other Essential Relief to Help those Affected by COVID-19
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Platform for African – European Partnership in Agricultural Research for Development
AUDA-NEPAD and COVID-19 Response to Food Insecurity and Malnutrition
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COVID-19: Emerging Problems and Potential Country-Level Responses
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COVID-19: Potential Impact on the World’s Poorest People
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COVID-19 and the Impact on Small Holder Farmers in Nigeria
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COVID-19 and the Risk to Food Supply Chains: How to Respond?
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Food Loss and Waste – Can we end it by 2030 while dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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How are Environmental and Health Crises Linked?
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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Agricultural Value Chains
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Webinar: Coronavirus and its Impact on the SDGs
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Webinar: How Agricultural/Forestry Companies and Landscape Operators in Africa are Responding to COVID-19
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Webinar: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Food Systems in the Eastern and Southern Africa Regions
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SDG2 Hub
COVID-19 and Food Supply: A Four Pronged Battle Plan for Countries
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SDG2 Hub and COVID-19 Reading List
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Techni-K
Coronavirus and the Food Industry
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Tetra Laval
Delivering Nutrition to School Children during COVID-19
Unilever
Helping to Protect Lives and Livelihoods from the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Unilever Joins Consortium Designing Ventilators for UK Hospitals
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United Nations
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IAFN – SG Policy Brief on COVID Impact on Food Security – 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is a health and human crisis threatening the food security and nutrition of millions of people around the world. Hundreds of millions of people were already suffering from hunger and malnutrition before the virus hit and, unless immediate action is taken, we could see a global food emergency. In the longer term, the combined effects of COVID-19 itself, as well as corresponding mitigation measures and the emerging global recession could, without large-scale coordinated action, disrupt the functioning of food systems. Such disruption can result in consequences for health and nutrition of a severity and scale unseen for more than half a century
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United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
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IAFN – Strengthening ECOSOC – 2020
The unfolding pandemic crisis has challenged national governments, the international community and the private sector in fundamental ways. All attention is now turned to meeting urgent health and economic needs of people. Launching a global COVID-19 response is now an imperative and overarching focus for the United Nations, as it is for global business.
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United Nations System Standing Committee on Nutrition
The COVID-19 Pandemic is Disrupting People’s Food Environments: A Resource List on Food Systems and Nutrition Responses
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Valagro
COVID-19 What is the Possible Impact on the Agricultural Sector?
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World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Vital Supply Chains
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World Economic Forum
COVID Action Platform
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World Food Programme
Global Monitoring of School Meals during COVID-19 School Closures
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PSM – COVID-19 – Position Paper – 2020
The global COVID pandemic has reminded everyone of the need to stay healthy and the primacy of access to food for food security. While the immediate problem has been access to food and the need for shelf stable foods, disruptions at borders and in supply chains may cause an echo in the food system with potentially disastrous effects.
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IAFN – CFS Chair Statement on COVID-19 – 2020
As the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection has spread to pandemic proportions over the last few weeks, I feel – in my role as Chair of the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) – that we have both a moral and political obligation to initiate a proactive dialogue among our stakeholders on the implications and potential impacts of this pandemic on global food security and nutrition. As a Committee, our prompt and resolute action and messages must have one goal in mind: to urge as strongly as possible that all responsible leaders – in governments, business, academia, civil society, and elsewhere – do everything in their power to prevent this health crisis from becoming a food crisis. We saw such a scenario occur only a decade earlier when a financial crisis morphed into such a food crisis. We must avoid this from happening again, for the sake of our peoples and our planet. Sitting idly by is not an option.
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IAFN – HLPE Impact Report of COVID-19 on Food Security and Nutrition – 2020
Given the very short notice of the CFS’s urgent request, and the fact that the present crisis is unprecedented in its scale, changing rapidly and with many unknowns, this document should be viewed as a preliminary discussion document aimed to help inform the CFS about the impact of COVID-19 on food security and nutrition (FSN) as currently perceived by HLPE. Following discussion with the Bureau and Advisory Group of the CFS, the HLPE anticipates further updates to this document as the situation evolves, as well as integrating the issue in the next HLPE Report: “Food security and nutrition: a global narrative towards 2030”.
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