SEED FUNDING JOINT PROGRAMMES
Jordan
Transforming Jordan's Agri-food System towards greater sustainability and resilience

PROJECT TITLE | Transforming Jordan's Agri-food System towards greater sustainability and resilience |
Context | Since 2021, Jordan has placed food security and system at the forefront of its developmental goals with the adoption of the National Food Security Strategy (NFSS) for 2021–2030. The NFSS envisions access to safe, affordable, and nutritious food for all by 2030. The 2022-2024 National Food Security Action Plan for the implementation of the NFSS prioritizes food availability, improved access to and better utilization of food, and strengthening governance mechanisms. |
PUNOs | FAO, UNIDO |
Contribution to SDGs | SDG 2 Zero Hunger, SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth |
Contribution to other SDG transitions | Decent Jobs and Universal Social Protection |
Duration | September 2024 – August 2025 |
Expected financial leverage | USD 30,000 – co-financing from FAO, UNDO, MoA |
Alignment with SG Call to Action | Policy integration; Food systems governance; Research, data, technology and innovation; Inclusive and participatory design; Private sector engagement; Financing |
Outcomes | The JP strengthens the government’s capacity to identify and implement strategic programs that deliver positive outcomes across multiple dimensions of food systems, including production, post-harvest, processing and distribution. The JP emphasizes the inclusion of refugees, women and youth in food systems. |
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