Countdown to COP29: Optimising food and agriculture practices

This year’s COP29 will shine light on the agriculture and food sector, with a strong emphasis on sustainable practices that lower environmental impact, foster biodiversity and enhance food security. Discover Denmark's key initiatives in agrifood at the upcoming climate conference in Baku.

By State of Green | [email protected]

17 October 2024

Denmark at COP29

From 11-22 November, the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities, the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Danish Industry and State of Green organise the Denmark Pavilion at the Climate COP. Read more and discover Denmark’s platform for public-private climate action at COP29.

Unlocking the opportunities in food and agriculture at COP29

Many countries are integrating food and agriculture into their commitments under the Paris Agreement. Key strategies include promoting regenerative farming, enhancing soil health, and reducing methane emissions, which will both lead emissions reduction while improving long-term productivity.

Aligned with the European Green Deal’s ambition to achieve EU climate neutrality by 2050, the sector is encouraged to focus on resource-efficient practices and biodiversity enhancement, turning sustainability into a driver of growth and innovation.

Globally, diverse policies and strategies reflect regional priorities, all aiming to develop sustainable food systems that balance productivity with environmental preservation and economic resilience. By leading with innovation, transparency, and regenerative approaches, the agriculture and food sector is well-positioned to play a pivotal role in shaping a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.

Driving efficient food and agriculture practices

Denmark travels to COP29 with a clear agenda to optimise the use of resources within the food and agriculture sector.

As a long-standing research-based industry, Denmark is a global leader in high standards and data-driven practices to ensure that resources are used smarter and more efficient across the value chain in the agri-food sector. Demonstrating the possibility of increased productivity while minimising environmental impact, Danish agriculture contributes to maximising existing solutions as well as implementing technological breakthroughs, biosolutions, and improved agricultural applications.

This year, Denmark announced the world’s first climate tax on agriculture following a historic green tripartite agreement. Looking ahead the Danish food industry is targeting climate neutrality in 2050.

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Ambitions

The Danish food industry is targeting climate-neutrality by 2050.

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Facts

Denmark announced the world-first climate tax on agriculture following a historic green tripiarte agreement in 2024.

Meet the agrifood sector at COP29

Visit the Denmark Pavilion to meet the Danish agrifood sector and discover the targets and ambitions for COP29.

Food, Agriculture and Water will be the official theme on Tuesday 19 November at COP29 in Baku. On the same day, several events and activities will spotlight food and agriculture at the Denmark Pavilion.

Find all the events held at Denmark Pavilion during COP29 in the programme (programme will be updated ongoing).

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Meet the Danish delegation at COP29

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