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DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-100-6-0419

CIRCULAR FOODSHIFT FRAMEWORK FOR THE BALTIC COUNTRIES

Gun Wirtanen1, Miikka Jokinen1, Kirta Nieminen1, Ilkka Latomäki1
1 Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences, Seinäjoki, Finland


The main objective of developing the framework for circular food systems was to identify the opportunities and obstacles in the green transition. The aim was also to understand the local food system (LFS) in some selected Baltic areas, e.g., in Vilnius, Latgale, and Tartu, and to identify aspects to be implemented in a framework for circular food systems. It should be noted that several regional municipalities in the selected Baltic areas have prioritised sustainability in their long-term strategies for food processing. However, limited local experience and resources pose challenges to promoting circular food systems, particularly when the knowledge and cross-sector cooperation are insufficient. Time and resources are needed in advancing circular food systems in these regions. Gladly, the results indicated that some stakeholders have already made changes in some processes. However, they need more support, e.g., training and cooperation, from local authorities to effectively improve their processes. The Circular FoodShift Framework will be used as a model in developing their processes.

Keywords: green transition, framework, end-users, waste management, sustainable procurement

pages: 419-423, online: 2026



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