Today, the Austin City Council adopted the Austin/Travis County Food Plan. The plan outlines nine goals and 61 strategies that aim to address key aspects of the food system, including food access, local agriculture, food recovery, and emergency preparedness, the city said.
The Travis County Commissioners Court is expected to vote on the plan in the coming weeks.
“The adoption of this food plan marks a critical milestone in Austin’s journey toward a more sustainable and equitable future,” said Zach Baumer, the City of Austin’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “This plan addresses urgent issues like food insecurity and climate change, creating a roadmap for a resilient food system that benefits everyone in our community.”
Key goals of the plan include sustaining and restoring ecosystems through regenerative food production, building resilience to ensure that food systems can adapt and thrive in the face of future challenges, and investing in an equitable local food economy that supports farmers, workers, and food producers. The plan also prioritizes eradicating food insecurity by expanding access to nutritious and culturally relevant food for all residents, while supporting climate action by reducing the environmental impact of our food system.
To read the full plan, visit the Austin/Travis County Food Plan website.
