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Mediterranean Sustainable Food Systems

Learn about sustainable food production and management in the Mediterranean region, exploring agricultural challenges and solutions for better food systems.

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₹ 5,902

Intermediate

Skill Level

10 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

This comprehensive course examines sustainable food systems through a Mediterranean lens, addressing critical challenges in agriculture and food production. Students explore the intricate relationship between agriculture, culture, and sustainability in the Mediterranean basin. The curriculum covers diverse topics including sustainable farming practices, water resource management, food value chains, and the renowned Mediterranean diet. Through case studies and expert insights, participants learn about rural development, fisheries management, food waste reduction, and emerging professional opportunities. The course emphasizes practical solutions for achieving Sustainable Development Goals while preserving traditional agricultural practices and promoting innovation in the food sector.

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4.5

9,761 Enrolled

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Jeffrey D. Sachs

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Amr Helal

Amr Helal

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4.5

9,761 Enrolled

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English

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Jeffrey D. Sachs

Amr Helal

Amr Helal

What you'll learn

  • Analyze food value chains from production to consumption

  • Understand sustainable farming practices in Mediterranean contexts

  • Evaluate water resource management strategies

  • Explore fisheries and aquaculture management

  • Implement food waste reduction techniques

  • Develop solutions for rural economic development

  • Identify emerging opportunities in sustainable food systems

Skills you'll gain

Sustainable Agriculture
Mediterranean Diet
Food Systems
Water Management
Rural Development
Agricultural Policy
Food Value Chains
Aquaculture
Food Waste Management
Sustainable Development

This course includes:

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Graded assignments, Exams

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

Limited Access access

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There are 10 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of sustainable food systems in the Mediterranean region. It addresses key challenges including agricultural sustainability, water scarcity, food waste, and nutrition. The curriculum examines traditional practices, modern innovations, and policy frameworks affecting Mediterranean agriculture. Topics covered include the Mediterranean diet, rural development, fisheries management, food value chains, and emerging professional opportunities in sustainable agriculture. Special attention is given to achieving Sustainable Development Goals while balancing tradition with innovation.

The Mediterranean challenges around food and agriculture

Module 1

History of agriculture in Mediterranean basin and Mediterranean Diet

Module 2

Poverty alleviation, economic and social rural development

Module 3

Fisheries and aquaculture

Module 4

How to achieve the SDGs in the Mediterranean: Water resources and fisheries management

Module 5

How to achieve the SDGs in the Mediterranean: Sustainable farming systems under environmental and climatic constraints

Module 6

How to achieve the SDGs in the Mediterranean: Food value chain for regional and local development

Module 7

How to achieve the SDGs in the Mediterranean: Reducing food waste and enhancing by-product innovations

Module 8

How to achieve the SDGs in the Mediterranean: Nutrition and education

Module 9

New professional profiles in a Mediterranean context

Module 10

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Faculties

These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

Jeffrey D. Sachs
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Jeffrey D. Sachs stands as one of the world's most influential economists and sustainable development experts, currently serving as University Professor at Columbia University and Director of the Center for Sustainable Development. His academic journey began at Harvard University, where he earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and later served as the Galen L. Stone Professor of International Trade for over twenty years. Throughout his career, Sachs has shaped global policy as Special Advisor to three UN Secretaries-General, advising on both the Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development Goals. His expertise spans economic development, global macroeconomics, and poverty alleviation, having worked in more than 125 countries. As Director of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and President of SDG USA, he continues to drive sustainable development initiatives worldwide. His influential works include bestsellers such as "The End of Poverty," "Common Wealth: Economics for a Crowded Planet," and "The Age of Sustainable Development." His achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the 2015 Blue Planet Prize and the 2022 Tang Prize in Sustainable Development, while Time Magazine has twice named him among the world's 100 most influential leaders. Beyond his academic work, he serves as a Commissioner of the ITU/UNESCO Broadband Commission for Development and maintains active engagement with the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and Social Sciences on sustainable development issues.
Amr Helal
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Dr. Amr Helal is a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist and entrepreneur serving as CEO of Health Tech for Integrated Health Solutions in Cairo, Egypt. After earning his PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Cairo University with specialization in natural product chemistry and research experience at Toyama University, Japan, he has dedicated his career to developing innovative health and sustainability solutions. As founder of multiple successful ventures including ITM (1989) and Health Tech, he has led groundbreaking research in rice residue management and nutraceutical development. His work has earned several prestigious recognitions including the Green Apple Award (2005) and Innova Award from Heliopolis University (2011). Under his leadership, Health Tech has secured over 50 million LE in national and EU funding for research projects focused on healthy aging, food fortification, and functional foods. His expertise spans pharmacognosy, sustainable agriculture, and health innovation, while maintaining active roles in Egypt's Chamber of Industry and various scientific committees. Through Health Tech, he continues to pioneer research bridging traditional pharmacology with contemporary sustainability practices, developing innovative solutions for global health challenges including malnutrition and age-related conditions.
Stefano Pascucci
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Dr. Stefano Pascucci is a distinguished social scientist serving as Professor in Sustainability and Circular Economy at the University of Exeter Business School, where he also heads the Department of Management. His academic journey includes a PhD in Agricultural Economics and Policy from the University of Naples Federico II and post-doctoral work as a Marie Curie Fellow at Wageningen University. His research spans sustainability, organizational theory, innovation management, and value chain analysis, with particular focus on agribusiness and circular economy transitions. Prior to joining Exeter in 2016, he was Associate Professor at Wageningen University, where he developed expertise in agricultural economics and innovation. His scholarly impact is evidenced by numerous highly-cited publications in prestigious journals including the Journal of Cleaner Production and Journal of Business Ethics. As a member of the Institutional and Organizational Economics Academy and alumnus of the Ronald Coase Institute, he continues to shape understanding of sustainability transitions and circular economy implementation while serving on the editorial board of the British Food Journal. His current work examines the interplay between sustainability, collaborative innovation, and value chain configurations in agribusiness systems.
Sonia Massari
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Dr. Sonia Massari is a distinguished researcher and educator with over 20 years of experience in food systems, sustainability, and design innovation. Currently serving as Research Fellow at the University of Pisa and Academic Director at the Future Food Academy, she has shaped the field of food studies through multiple roles. She holds a PhD in Food Experience Design from the University of Florence and previously served as Academic Director of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Food Studies programs in Rome for 12 years, where she designed over 50 academic programs. Her innovative work combining food studies with design thinking earned her several prestigious recognitions, including the NAFSA Innovative Research in International Education Award (2014), the International Women Innovation Award "Tecnovisionarie" (2012), and the Food Studies ASFS Pedagogy Award (2020). As Vice President of the Association for the Study of Food and Society and co-founder of the FORK Food Design Organization, she continues to influence food systems education globally. Her expertise spans human-food interaction design, sustainability education, and creative methods for innovative agri-food systems, reflected in her 50+ publications and her recent book "Trans-disciplinary Case Studies on Design for Food and Sustainability." She maintains significant roles as senior consultant at the Barilla Foundation and serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Food Design while teaching at multiple prestigious institutions including ISIA Design School and Roma Tre University.
Alessio Cavicchi
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Dr. Alessio Cavicchi currently serves as Full Professor of Agribusiness, Rural Development and Branding at the University of Pisa's Department of Agriculture, Food and Environment. His academic journey includes a PhD in Economics of Food and Environmental Resources from the University of Naples "Parthenope" and an MSc in Food Economics and Marketing from the University of Reading. From 2006 to 2021, he progressed from Researcher to Full Professor at the University of Macerata's Department of Education, Cultural Heritage and Tourism, where he developed two Double Degree programs in Tourism with Spain and Ukraine. His expertise spans rural development, sustainable food systems, and tourism innovation, serving as scientific coordinator for the MOOC "Sustainable Food Systems: A Mediterranean Perspective" which has reached over 8,000 students worldwide. As an advisor to organizations including the European Commission, United Nations World Tourism Organisation, and Italian ministries, he has shaped policy in food systems, rural development, and sustainable tourism. His scholarly influence extends through his roles as co-editor of "Consumer Science and Strategic Marketing" book series, Managing Editor of the International Food and Agribusiness Management Review, and his coordination of major Erasmus+ projects including The Wine Lab, FoodBiz, and ON-IT.
Mediterranean Sustainable Food Systems

Intermediate

Skill Level

10 Weeks

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

₹ 5,902

Completion

CERTIFICATE

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