The APPG seeks to bring together Parliamentarians concerned with agriculture, nutrition and wider food security in the developing world. This cross-party group aims to engender progressive and informed debate within Westminster and beyond by bridging the gap between policy makers and practitioners in the field whilst also giving a voice to the 700 million smallhold farmers worldwide.

Inquiry

The APPG's recent Inquiry Report: Why No Thought For Food is available for download here.

In February 2009 the APPG on Agriculture and Food for Development launched its Parliamentary Inquiry into the UK's role in tackling the challenge of Global Food Security up until 2050.

Having received over 100 written submissions, in line with these guidelines, and taken oral evidence from some 29 witnesses, the Group recently launched the Inquiry Report to a packed room of journalists, experts and interested parties. The report also received notable media interest within the Guardian and the FT. Following its launch the report was submitted to UK Government Ministers for an official response. This response was written on the 12th February and recieved on the 16th February - it can also be downloaded below.

Download Why No Thought for Food?

Download DFID's Offical Response to the APPG Inquiry

Listen To The APPG Report Launch with Olivier De Schuttter and Geoff Tansey - 28.01.10 (mp3 - 42.30min)