Agroecology Summary of Relevant Experiences

This document is a comprehensive guide detailing CESVI's experiences in rural development with a focus on agroecology. It outlines the organization's approach to enhancing food security and developing food systems through agroecological practices. The study aims to consolidate CESVI's historical memory and serves as a roadmap for future actions in the agroecological field. The first section provides theoretical fundamentals, defining agroecology and presenting reference frameworks from the FAO and HLPE. It emphasizes agroecology as a transdisciplinary field that integrates ecological principles into agri-food systems while promoting social equity. The second part reorganizes CESVI's experiences, highlighting various applications of agroecological principles across different projects globally. The document is intended for CESVI teams involved in designing interventions, ensuring they can leverage past experiences to inform future strategies in agroecology and related areas such as waste management and sustainable tourism.