Pope Francis’ Message to the Participants of Terra Madre 2024

23 Apr 2025

I therefore address all the farmers, herders, cooks, fishers and artisans who have been part of the Terra Madre network for twenty years. I also address all those women and men who care about the well-being of this planet: Everything that surrounds us is a gift and we all have the duty to respect and preserve it. For this reason, the role of custodians of our common home takes on even greater significance. I therefore invite you to continue to walk together along the path we have undertaken. Your determination and your example will thus become symbols of true hope and crucial inspiration in building a better world. "

- Pope Francis -

This is one of the passages from the message sent by Pope Francis to the participants of Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 2024, which took place from September 26 to 30 in Parco Dora, Turin (Italy).

Read the full message here.

You represent a cultural biodiversity that must now be saved. Getting to know your worlds and your communities and listening to your needs and concerns means acquiring a breadth of views that expands our humanity. We, and all of us together, must be aware that much of the fate of this planet is shaped by your work and your sacrifices. "

- Pope Francis -