Indigenous knowledge in food system transformations
Dhanya Vijayan, David Ludwig, Constance Rybak, Harald Kaechele, Harry Hoffmann, Hettie C. Schönfeldt, Hadijah Ally Mbwana, Carlos Vacaflores Rivero, Katharina Löhr
Abstract
Indigenous food systems ensure ecological and socio-economic sustainability but remain marginalized in science and policy. We argue that better documentation, deeper understanding, and political recognition of indigenous knowledge can help transform food systems.
Topics & Concepts
IndigenousDocumentationTraditional knowledgeFood systemsSustainabilityPoliticsPolitical scienceSociologyGeographyEnvironmental ethicsFood securityEcologyAgricultureComputer scienceArchaeologyBiologyLawProgramming languagePhilosophyIndigenous Studies and EcologyCulinary Culture and TourismAgriculture, Land Use, Rural Development