TED Talks Daily The future of the food ecosystem -- and the power of your plate | Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli
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May 14, 2022 Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli is a social entrepreneur dedicated to creating a more equitable and sustainable food system. In her discussion, she tackles the pressing issues of food scarcity and waste, urging for immediate transformative actions. Nwuneli emphasizes the impact of individual food choices on health and climate, encouraging listeners to consider their responsibility toward future generations. She invites us to rethink our relationship with food to foster a nourishing ecosystem for all.
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Early Life
- Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli was born in a parking lot and loved agriculture as a child.
- She even sold avocados at the local market.
Interconnected Food System
- The 2007 world food crisis highlighted the interconnectedness of the global food system.
- Oil price shocks impacted bread prices worldwide, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations.
Sustainable Practices
- The Songhai Center teaches regenerative agriculture and zero-waste practices.
- One example involves feeding cassava peels to fly larvae for fish feed, creating a closed-loop system.