New European Network Launched to Boost Short Food Supply Chains

A groundbreaking European initiative has been launched to reinforce short food supply chains (SFSCs) by uniting technical advisors and policymakers in a dual-network structure under the Horizon Europe projects COREnet and EU4Advice. This pioneering effort aims to enhance the sustainability, competitiveness, and visibility of local food systems across the EU at a time when many farmers and producers are seeking alternatives to complex global supply chains. The initiative includes a European advisory network offering training, curated resources, and opportunities for collaboration, as well as a complementary network for policymakers focused on fair and sustainable food systems. Through peer learning, policy engagement, and the promotion of successful SFSC models, the initiative fosters stronger connections between practice and policy. With over 500 advisors already engaged, and new tools such as the COREnet Golden Cases and Lighthouse Projects in motion, the platform seeks to empower stakeholders and accelerate the transformation of local food systems in Europe.