On 5 December, the City of Melbourne concluded its first consultation phase for its proposed Food Policy. The Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance has welcomed this initiative, recommending that the Policy be firmly based in the principles of democratic participation, the human right to adequate food, and with the highest priority accorded to guaranteeing the viability of local and regional farmers, who will form the backbone of a thriving and fair food system.

Read our comments by clicking on the following link: AFSA Comments Melbourne Food Policy 9 Dec 2011