The key objectives of the study, initiated by WRI India in 2021, were to identify and explore the scope of piloting interventions in specific supply chains that integrate landscape restoration and principles of reduced food loss while integrating clean energy access solutions that support livelihoods, improve resource use efficiency, and strengthen the food systems.

Executive Summary:

WRI India in partnership with the Centre for Advanced Research and Development (CARD) conducted a stakeholder consultation in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (MP), India. The stakeholder consultation brought together 42 diverse participants including supply-chain stakeholders and study team members who discussed actionable interventions to reduce losses along the supply chain. This conference proceeding highlights inputs from stakeholders on key factors of behavioral change, infrastructure, and policy in reducing losses in the supply chain.