San Antonio hosts 2025 Food Systems Summit to promote sustainable food practices

SAN ANTONIO – The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office hosted the 2025 Food Systems Summit at St. Philip’s College, bringing together various city departments, the Food Policy Council of San Antonio, and Gardopia Gardens.

The summit aimed to foster dialogue on the community’s food access, production, and consumption, while promoting sustainability and accessibility.

“We were thrilled to host this important summit, which brought together diverse voices in our community to discuss food systems and their impact on our daily lives,” said Colleen Swain, World Heritage Office Director. She emphasized the city’s collaboration with local organizations and departments to create a more sustainable food environment for all San Antonians.

The summit equipped attendees with resources to effect positive change in their communities, focusing on local food policies, sustainability, and accessibility. March, being National Nutrition Month, highlighted the importance of partnerships promoting healthier lifestyles.

“This year’s National Nutrition Month Theme is ‘Food Connects Us.’ Having robust collaborations is pivotal for ensuring equitable access to nutritious foods,” said Dr. Claude A. Jacob, City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District Director. He noted the summit’s role in fostering sustainable and inclusive food systems.

Jamie Gonzalez, Food Policy Council San Antonio President, said, “Since 2010, the Food Policy Council of San Antonio has been dedicated to tackling the root causes of an unhealthy food system and empowering individuals to advocate for the food environment they envision.”

The 2025 Food Systems Summit provided a platform for discussions aimed at creating a more resilient and equitable food landscape in San Antonio. For more information, visit SACityofGastronomy.org.