Towards the emergence of an international network focused on agroecology and multi-functional landscapes. Mapping of existing initiatives and proposals for a learning framework
Frank M., Triomphe B.. 2026. Montpellier : CGIAR, 58 p..
Background and Objectives: The CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes (MFL) Science Program, launched in 2025, promotes holistic agroecological approaches to transform agricultural and food systems and ecosystem management for sustainability, equity, and healthy diets. To support its global engagement goals, the program is working towards building an International Network of Living Landscapes (INALL) that will connect MFL networks, living labs, and landscape partnerships across the program's focal countries. This report covers two key deliverables of the consultancy: - Mapping of existing international initiatives outside MFL, assessing their relevance, quality, dynamism, and potential compatibility with MFL-INALL. - Development of a Participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) framework to guide exchanges and monitor activities and progress within INALL. Additional components - including a needs assessment survey with MFL country teams and virtual regional meetings - will be addressed in a subsequent report, once MFL country priorities for 2026 are confirmed. Methodology : Initiative Mapping The mapping was conducted in seven stages: (1) scoping and criteria framework development; (2) initiative identification via systematic internet search (keyword-based, AI-assisted) and snowball sampling; (3–4) two-step screening and in-depth assessment against defined criteria; (5) content analysis and descriptive statistics; (6) elaboration of fact sheets for high-compatibility initiatives; and (7) formulation of recommendations for MFL-INALL network-building. PMEL Framework Development A synthetic critical review of PMEL literature was structured in four stages: (1) scoping and review question development; (2) selection of scientific and grey literature; (3) elaboration of a PMEL framework including evaluation questions, indicators, data collection tools, and governance proposals; and (4) formulation of targeted recommendations for INALL's PMEL designers and operators.
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- Triomphe Bernard — Es / UMR Innovation
