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Towards a more nutritious diet with vegetables in Samoa — Prof. Daniel Tan

Discover why Samoa - an island rich with breadfruit, taro, and traditional crops - is now increasingly reliant on imported, ultra‑processed foods. In this short but impactful presentation, Professor Daniel Tan shares insights from his work with the World Vegetable Centre, the University of the South Pacific, and funded projects through Future Earth and ACIAR (Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research). 🌱 What you’ll learn in this video: How Samoa’s traditional, nutrient‑rich diet has shifted toward fast food and processed imports The rise of non‑communicable diseases linked to changing food systems Why imported vegetables are often cheaper than local produce—despite the island’s farming potential The economic barriers that shape food choices, from backyard gardening to supermarket prices How new research projects aim to introduce locally adapted vegetable varieties for Samoan farmers Plans to scale agricultural trials across Samoa, Fiji, Vanuatu, and Tonga 📊 Key facts shared by Prof. Tan: 80% of Samoan women are classified as obese 70% of deaths are caused by non‑communicable diseases Healthy diets can cost up to 4× more than basic imported foods Many vegetables in Samoa supermarkets cost double or triple Australian prices 🌍 About the Research Projects Prof. Tan introduces the Future Earth–funded vegetable adaptation project and the upcoming ACIAR 3‑year multi‑country trial, both focused on: crop breeding and adaptation strengthening seed systems supporting local supply chains boosting market access and farmer capacity If you're interested in food systems, Pacific agriculture, or the impacts of globalisation on diet and health, this talk offers a powerful snapshot of challenges and solutions emerging across the region.