Uganda: Discussion Summary - Uganda: Discussion Summary - Key Points Contextual Background: TEEBAgriFood and the Evaluation Framework

With respect to Uganda, the objectives were to: introduce the TEEBAgriFood Framework; discuss the modalities of a Uganda project application; propose suggestions for research areas as informed by a desk-based policy mapping review; and to gain initial feedback on the proposed policy focuses and intended project application. [...] The first interaction between UNEP and relevant Ugandan stakeholders took place, as to introduce the TEEBAgriFood Framework, and the policy and modalities scoping for a Ugandan study. [...] • Key policy responses to underscore environmental decision-making in Uganda include: the National Environmental Management Policy (1994); the National Forestry Policy (2001); the Guidelines for Mainstreaming Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in Agricultural Sector Policies and Plans (2018); and the Strategic Investment Framework for Sustainable Land Management (2010-2020). [...] The current scoping of a Ugandan TEEBAgriFood application is at the first step of the TEEB approach (Figure 1), to “refine the purpose and objectives of a TEEB Country Study by specifying and agreeing on the key issues and policy options with stakeholders”. [...] Sustainable Gum Arabica Production and Development: In a similar manner to Shea, Gum Arabica (Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal) production in Uganda is under-utilised and has the potential to ensure food security, promote sustainable agricultural and forestry, and combat deforestation and climate change.