From Uniformity To Diversity A Paradigm Shift from Industrial Agriculture to Diversified Agroecological Systems

From Uniformity to Diversity presents the case for moving away from industrial agriculture—dominated by monocultures, chemical inputs, and concentration of power—towards diversified agroecological systems that restore ecosystems, support farmer livelihoods, and improve health. It shows that industrial food systems cause environmental damage, malnutrition, and social inequities, while evidence demonstrates that agroecology can sustain yields, build resilience, and deliver better outcomes. The report argues that systemic change and supportive policies are needed to unlock this transition .

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Title From Uniformity To Diversity A Paradigm Shift from Industrial Agriculture to Diversified Agroecological Systems
Description From Uniformity to Diversity presents the case for moving away from industrial agriculture—dominated by monocultures, chemical inputs, and concentration of power—towards diversified agroecological systems that restore ecosystems, support farmer livelihoods, and improve health. It shows that industrial food systems cause environmental damage, malnutrition, and social inequities, while evidence demonstrates that agroecology can sustain yields, build resilience, and deliver better outcomes. The report argues that systemic change and supportive policies are needed to unlock this transition .
Agroecology Category
  • Integrated systems
  • Input reduction and recycling
  • Soil health
  • Economy and income
  • Nutrition and diets
  • Sustainable food system
  • Biodiversity
  • Climate
  • Natural resources governance
  • Equity
  • Supportive policies
  • Knowledge and values
Agroecology Keyword
  • Agroforestry
  • Conservation agriculture
  • Organic agriculture
  • Precision agriculture
  • Integrated pest management
  • Biomass
  • Crop rotation
  • Soil fertility
  • Soil health
  • Circular economy
  • Cash crop
  • Income
  • Food safety
  • Nutrition and health
  • Human health
  • Nutrient
  • Certification
  • Food security
  • Food processing
  • Biodiversity
  • Intercropping
  • Grassland
  • Habitat
  • Climate change
  • Drought
  • Ecosystem resilience
  • Vulnerability
  • Land management
  • Equity
  • Participatory plant breeding
  • Traditional knowledge
Contributing organisations IPES-FOOD
Author Emile A. Frison
Year 2016
Type of document Policy guidance
Language English
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Country Global
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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