# Nantes food security and accessibility initiatives

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nantes-food-security-and-accessibility-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-06T13:39:43.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In Nantes, a food security initiative launched in the summer of 2025 is progressing through an experimental phase. Introduced by Mayor Johanna Rolland, the program utilizes a local currency called the Moneko to help residents purchase vegetable baskets from local grocery stores.

As of October 2026, 71 households are participating in the program, approaching an initial target of 80. Following recent elections, political proposals have been made to expand this food social security model to triple the number of beneficiaries.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Nantes expands food security initiative using local currency

Nantes' common food fund initiative is expanding, with 71 households currently using the local Moneko currency to access affordable produce as part of a food security pilot program.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nantes-expands-food-security-initiative-using-local-currency

### 2026-09-17: Nantes agribusiness firms partner to reduce food waste

Agribusiness leaders in Nantes are partnering with Handi-gaspi to create a circular economy model that transforms food waste into raw materials and supports social inclusion.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nantes-agribusiness-firms-partner-to-reduce-food-waste

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