Among the seven roadmaps implemented by Wallonia, the one dedicated to the food transition aims to strengthen territorial dynamics for healthier and more sustainable food. To achieve this ambition, €6 million is being invested to support ten Territorial Food Projects (PAT) across Wallonia. These projects are central to developing solutions adapted to local realities and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
This initiative, coordinated by the Directorate of Sustainable Development, involves the AVIQ, SPW Interior and Social Action, SPW Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment, and SPW Economy, Employment, Research. The goal is to break down silos in public policies related to food system transition and progressively build a healthier, more sustainable, and accessible food system for everyone in Wallonia.
Funded for two years (2026-2027), the 10 projects bring together public, associative, economic, academic, social, and health actors at the local level. They aim to experiment with new solutions, develop awareness and training actions, guide citizens and project leaders, and create stronger links between sustainable local food supply and demand.
The ten territories involved, both rural and urban, have diverse realities that will allow for testing locally adapted solutions while sharing tools and lessons learned within a learning Walloon network.
Several PATs already illustrate the diversity of planned actions. In the Cœur de Hainaut, the project aims to strengthen local outlets and improve access to quality food. In the Verviers district, partners will support local authorities with their food projects and facilitate access to information. In Condroz-Famenne, the PAT will connect four living areas, including the Dinant, Beauraing, and Rochefort regions, with plans to experiment with a local solidarity food fund and enhance links between collective catering and local supply chains.
Through these experiments, the ambition is to develop solutions that meet local needs, measure their impact, and then, where relevant, adapt or replicate them in other territories.
