Agroecology provides the basic ecological principles for the study and management of ecosystems that are both productive and capable of preserving natural resources. It works with complex agricultural systems in which ecological interactions and synergies between biological components themselves generate soil fertility, productivity, and crop protection.

A resilient agroecosystem is capable of producing food even after experiencing the effects of droughts or storms, sudden increases in oil prices, or shortages of external production inputs.

In Europe, the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is one of the main drivers of change in the agri-food system. The presentation of the new CAP proposal (2028–2032) has sparked debate about the objectives and priorities of this policy.

Should we increase protectionism and strengthen strategic production for food security? Should we support the competitiveness of agricultural holdings or their socio-environmental sustainability? Should support go to the farms that are most competitive in the global market, or to those left behind? Should we support those who need it most, or those who deserve it most?

A presentation, conversation, and debate with researcher from the Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), Madrid, Daniel Lopez-Garcia.