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The 'Food is Local' fellowship by WWF International provides funding for master's and PhD students from 32 eligible countries to conduct interdisciplinary research on transforming food systems to be more sustainable, equitable, and climate-resilient. Eligible applicants must be citizens of the listed countries, have two years of conservation experience, and plan to start their studies by January 2024. Research proposals are encouraged to cover themes such as agroecological practices, gender equity, and the role of food systems in achieving Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

The document specifies the requirements for wine farms to achieve WWF Conservation Champion status, including an IPW audit score of at least 70%, a completed carbon footprint baseline, and a signed environmental management plan. Benefits of the program include the use of the 'sugarbird and protea' label, access to funding for conservation initiatives, and technical support from WWF South Africa.