The platform brought together a wide range of programmes across themes such as livelihoods, markets, and sustainability. While there was substantial work underway, it was presented in fragmented ways. There was limited articulation of how these initiatives related to each other or to national priorities like Viksit Bharat 2047. Existing knowledge was spread across reports and internal documents, making it difficult to draw connections or present a coherent view. Convenings tended to centre on programme updates, with limited space for cross-programme reflection.
There was a need to consolidate this body of work into a form that could serve both as a credible national knowledge product and as a basis for deeper engagement.
The work began with a structured synthesis of programme materials across initiatives. Rather than compiling summaries, the focus was on identifying the core problem each innovation addressed and its relevance within a broader food systems context. A common framing was developed to bring consistency without flattening differences across programmes.
These were curated into an innovation compendium designed for national visibility. Care was taken to ensure clarity of narrative, coherence across sections, and accessibility for a diverse audience. The compendium was positioned as a flagship knowledge product and prepared for wide distribution across stakeholders.
In parallel, we supported the design and facilitation of a 2 day national convening held in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, with participation from government, programme teams, research institutions, and practitioners from across the country. The compendium was used as a central anchor for the event.
Sessions were designed to move beyond presentations. The structure enabled participants to engage with the material, reflect on linkages across themes, and discuss how different efforts aligned with larger system goals. Facilitation focused on guiding discussion across sectors while keeping the conversation grounded in programme realities.
The compendium was published as a national knowledge product and distributed widely across stakeholders. It provided a clearer way to present diverse initiatives within a shared frame, while retaining their individual context.
The convening created a space for more focused discussion, with participants engaging with the compendium as a common reference. The engagement helped bring greater clarity to how different efforts were positioned within the broader food systems landscape.
