As a key partner in the VISIONARY project, the University of Exeter (UNEXE) is leading the charge on sustainable food systems through Work Package 6 (WP6), where they bring together researchers, policymakers, and value chain actors to co-design sustainable food system policies and business models. Through multi-level Science-Policy Interfaces and participatory foresight exercises, the team produces actionable recommendations that align with EU strategies such as Farm to Fork and Biodiversity.

Beyond WP6, UNEXE participates in case studies on policy experimentation (WP3) and value chain initiatives (WP4), such as exploring collective action for water management and sustainable dairy cooperatives. Their work leverages extensive networks, including a UK-based farmer discussion group network with over 2,000 members, to ensure practical relevance and stakeholder input.

The UNEXE researchers are affiliated with the Land, Environment, Economics, and Policy Institute (LEEP), which is based in the University of Exeter Business School. LEEP is a team of multidisciplinary experts dedicated to developing solutions and offering evidence-based decision-making advice for governments, businesses, and communities.