The document summarizes presentations ranging in subjects from case studies and concrete experiences in small scale agricultural systems to the international policy framework and the ensuing in depth discussions that took place during the forum. It provides useful insights into such important topics as resilience in small-scale agriculture, the food crisis, the contribution of small-scale agricultural systems for nutritional health and food security, and the role of the corporate sector in agriculture. Furthermore, the report provides some practical suggestions for civil society engagement in food security policy development and in the lead up to the 17th Session of the Commission on Sustainable Development (May 2009), which will focus on the themes of agriculture, rural development, drought, desertification, land and Africa.

17 June 2008 Forum Report