Unlocking Multiple Outcomes Through Food
Carmarthenshire’s Food Strategy is outcomes-focused, using food as a lever for economic growth, resilience and wellbeing. By strengthening local supply chains, supporting producers and investing in sustainable infrastructure, it delivers measurable benefits for jobs, skills and community
wealth.
These actions align with our Well-being Goals for a prosperous, resilient and cohesive Carmarthenshire, and advances implementation of the Well-Being of Future Generations(Wales) Act 2105 including A Prosperous Wales, A Resilient Wales and A Globally Responsible Wales.
The strategy also drives environmental and social outcomes - promoting low-carbon production, biodiversity recovery and reduced food waste, while tackling health inequalities through better access to local, nutritious food. It supports A Healthier Wales and A More Equal Wales, making food a practical tool for achieving long-term, preventative change across economy, environment and community wellbeing.
Environmental Outcomes
Lower carbon and environmental footprint
Less global impact/footprint of ‘brought-in’ inputs
Reduced climate change risk by adaption
Better conservation and regeneration of natural resources
Economic Outcomes
More established pathways into food sector careers and entrepreneurship
Increased careers and business growth in associated food sectors
More people retained in careers in rural and urban working communities
Increased investment through economic circularity, more wealth built into communities
Social and Health Outcomes
Improved health outcomes and lowered risk of diet-related disease
Less people at risk of food insecurity
A more targeted approach to enhanced community resilience through formalised partnerships
Better cultural recognition and social integration of communities
Increased community representation and social equity across the food system
