While the debate on food autonomy is gaining intensity, some local actors believe that achieving food autonomy in Reunion is a utopia.
Do you share this opinion? Express your views in our poll below.
Food Autonomy Challenge
The question of food autonomy is crucial for Reunion, an island which largely depends on imports to feed its population. The issues are numerous, ranging from food security to reducing the carbon footprint.
Express Your Opinion
Whether you think that food autonomy is an achievable goal or a pipe dream, we are interested in your opinion. Take our survey to share your perspective:
Arguments For and Against
Proponents of food self-sufficiency emphasize the benefits of increased local production, such as food security, local job creation, and reduced CO2 emissions.
On the other hand, skeptics cite geographic, climatic and economic constraints which make this objective difficult to achieve.
Challenges to Overcome
To succeed, many obstacles would have to be overcome, including the lack of agricultural land, high production costs, and current dependence on imports.
Public policies, support for farmers and technological innovation would also be essential.
Share Your Opinion
Whether you are optimistic about Reunion’s ability to achieve food self-sufficiency or consider this unrealistic, your opinion is valuable.
Have your say in our survey and contribute to this important discussion about the island’s food future.
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