Reorientation goes beyond mere recovery; it signifies the capacity of people to accept alternative food system outcomes either before, or after a disruption. This element acknowledges that some disruptions may necessitate fundamental shifts in the way the system operates and hence aiming for a re-balance across all food system outcomes. It involves dismissing the status quo by embracing innovation, adopting new technologies, and fostering institutional learning.

 

Examples:

• Shifting from intensive monoculture to agroecological farming practices to enhance long-term soil health and ecosystem resilience.

• Developing alternative food distribution systems, such as community-supported agriculture (CSA), to reduce reliance on centralized supply chains.

• Transitioning to more plant-based diets, to reduce the impact of livestock farming.