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🌱𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 (𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐈𝐭)🌱 When we talk about 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦, it’s easy to think it’s only about protecting the planet. But it’s about so much more. It's about 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙥𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚 when sustainability is ignored in our food systems. Consider this: 👉 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 face unpredictable income and tougher conditions, often forced to choose between short-term survival and long-term sustainability. 🌐 👉 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 experience rising pollution and reduced water quality, often harming their health and economic opportunities. 🤒 👉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 ultimately pay through rising food prices and decreased access to nutritious foods as climate pressures impact yields. 🍇 👉 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 inherit a planet less capable of producing food reliably and a supply chain that prioritizes quick gains over enduring growth.🌍 🌐 We can all be part of the solution, whether we’re buyers, suppliers, or advocates. Supporting sustainable agricultural practices benefits us 𝘢𝘭𝘭—now and into the future. 👩🌾 Every dollar invested in sustainability today has a ripple effect on the health and stability of our global food systems tomorrow. So, how will you contribute to a more sustainable food system? 🌍 👇 #Sustainability #Agriculture #SustainableDevelopment #ValueChains #FutureOfFood

🌱🐄 Sustainable and profitable: the dairy farmer’s challenge How can dairy farmers meet #environmental standards of the future while keeping their business operations viable? WUR provides support with the Cows & Opportunities project, which aims to establish sustainable and viable farms! “A unique aspect of this project is that farmers, public authorities, advisers and researchers work together constructively to find concrete solutions, to not only improve the situation for the environment but also for dairy farmers. And in doing so, we bring together the pieces of the puzzle", explains researcher Koos Verloop. Practical solutions that have been developed by this collaboration: ✔️ Smarter grazing while minimising nitrate leaching and protect groundwater. ✔️ Feeding the cows a specific amount of protein to ultimately reduce the amount of nitrogen emissions, without having to reduce the volume of milk. ✔️ Mowing the grass to reduce the protein content while keeping energy up by giving the cows maize or other food with lower protein and more energy. Thus by optimising cycles, lowering waste, and using tools like the 'KringloopWijzer', dairy farmers can produce sustainably while safeguarding profitability. 🌍 Read more about how these solutions work, other opportunities for fewer emissions, a more sustainable environment and social aspirations, and what challenges are here: https://lnkd.in/eznN84di #Sustainability #Innovation

Unlock the potential of biosolutions to drive sustainable business growth! 🌍 As global demands evolve, our planet faces the challenge of providing nutritious food sustainably. Biosolutions, powered by enzymes and microbes, offer a strategic approach to tackle food loss, waste, and resource scarcity. They enable farmers to maximize crop yields, reduce water pollution, and adopt climate-smart farming practices. By integrating these innovations, we can create resilient food systems that not only meet market demands but also enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Take the lead in transformative action! Discover how biosolutions are revolutionizing food production, processing, and consumption. From farm to table, these solutions make nutritious food accessible while minimizing environmental impact. Empower your organization to make impactful decisions that align with both business growth and sustainability goals. Together, we can build a future where business success and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. Explore more about how biosolutions are shaping the future of food systems. https://lnkd.in/eRH7eQrG #Biosolutions #Sustainability #FoodSystems #Innovation #ClimateSmartFarming #Novonesis #TransformativeAction #FutureOfFood

Is shifting to regenerative food systems too expensive? 💸 Duncan Williamson challenges us to reconsider not just the economics of food production, but the values that underpin our food systems. It's not just about the cost on the price tag; it's about the long-term investment in our planet's health, our communities, and our future. 💡 Imagine a world where the true cost of food includes its environmental impact, its contribution to community health, and its ability to sustain future generations. By reevaluating where financial support is directed, we can make sustainable practices not only viable but economically favorable. So...if redirecting subsidies could make sustainable food systems the norm, what's stopping us from making this change today?! 🤔 #agroecology #foodsystems #sustainablediets #regenerativeagriculture Eating Better x Deep Seed x Soil Capital

Clear, to the point and as obvious as it gets.

Food systems account for one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, and projections indicate that by 2050, 90% of the world’s soil could be degraded. This highlights a fundamental flaw in our global food system, which is failing both people and the planet.   To address this crisis, scaling food innovations—from regenerative agriculture to plant-based alternatives—holds significant promise. These innovations have the potential to dramatically reduce CO2 emissions, water usage, and deforestation. However, investments in food innovation currently represent only 8% of global climate-tech funding.   Earlier this year I had the opportunity to work with the World Economic Forum to outline a roadmap for change. We highlight the emerging role of Food Innovation Hubs ecosystems that can accelerate the scaling of these solutions through cross-sector collaboration. By working together, stakeholders across the private sector, governments, farming communities, and consumers can drive meaningful, transformative change in how food is produced, consumed, and distributed. 🌱   A special thank you to my fellow BCG authors Shalini Unnikrishnan, Malte Clausen, Minjon van der Weck, Miklós Veszpremi - it's been great working together on this! Noopur Desai, Federico Ronca and Tania Strauss, thank you for the great teaming this year and your continuous effort on this topic!   📖 Read the full report to explore how we can leverage food innovation to tackle the world’s most pressing global challenges: https://lnkd.in/eGCQBTnF   #GreenTech #CircularEconomy #SustainableAgriculture

Sustainable Agriculture: Feeding the Future, Optimizing Resources! Calling all food system changemakers! As we strive to nourish a growing population, sustainable agriculture emerges as a powerful solution. It's about optimizing resources, enhancing the environment, and maintaining productivity, paving the way for a greener future. In our NEW video, Global Empowerment Leadership explores the exciting evolution of sustainable agriculture: Beyond organic: Discover integrated production systems that maximize efficiency and minimize waste. Profitability meets sustainability: Learn how organic and other farming methods can boost both your bottom line and the environment. Holistic approach to food security: Explore the critical balance between ecological health, economic viability, and social equity. Get inspired by the latest research and insights! Watch now and discover: Groundbreaking strategies for optimizing resource use in agriculture. Compelling evidence showing the profitability and environmental benefits of sustainable practices. Actionable steps you can take to contribute to a more sustainable food system. Join the movement! ➡️ Subscribe to Global Empowerment Leadership on YouTube: * Link 1: [https://lnkd.in/ewQYY64H) * Link 2: [https://lnkd.in/ewV9wBnK) ➡️ Explore more inspiring content: * LinkedIn Newsletter: [https://lnkd.in/eZCnbfe6) * GEL Shorts - Industrial Symbiosis: [https://lnkd.in/e7AE4rBy) * GEL Video - Inflation Reduction Act: [https://lnkd.in/eqZ9XEri) Together, let's cultivate a future where food security and sustainability thrive! #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSystems #GlobalEmpowermentLeadership #Empowerment #Action #Sustainability

Did you know that… 🤔 ▶️ Our current food system produces enough food for 8bn people, but still fails to meet everyone’s needs, is a primary driver of biodiversity loss and has a substantial greenhouse gas and natural resource footprint. ▶️ The transition to a more sustainable food system is complicated by competing demands for our land and water resources, high risks of social and environmental trade-offs, and very global, opaque and highly subsidised value chains. ▶️ The most efficient solutions to the challenges in food & agriculture value chains are ones that are demand-based, like plant-based diets and food waste solutions, which target a wide range of adverse upstream impacts with fewer trade-offs. Curious to find out more about the impacts of our food & agriculture (F&A) value chains and how to best tackle them? 💡💚 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙&𝗔 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲.   📢 Calling all Startups: If your vision aligns with ours and you are developing innovative solutions within the food and agriculture sector, we want to hear from you! Let's work together to drive meaningful change. 📢 And in general, we are curious what you see as the key environmental problems and opportunities in the F&A sector? Share your insights and let's collaborate to make a lasting impact. Head to our website to get the full document and join us in this collective effort to transform the sector for the better: https://lnkd.in/ejarwFub   The F&A Impact Vision is the first of four documents that will dive deep into the dynamics of the sectors we invest in, outlining our mission to mitigate climate change, biodiversity loss, and natural resource depletion. Our Impact Visions form the baseline for our investment strategy, identifying key problems and solutions for the sectors. Heleen Florentine Jonas Janneke Krishnaa #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #FoodAndAgriculture #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #NaturalResources #SHIFTInvest #ImpactVision #SustainableInvesting #RegenerativeAgriculture #PlantBasedDiet #FoodWasteSolutions  

❓ Can a small group of people really change the world? 👭 Margaret Mead certainly thought so when she said, *'Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.'* Her words ring true today, especially as we face the urgent need to transform global food systems. 🌱 Across the globe, innovators are reimagining how we produce and consume food, from sustainable agriculture to diversified proteins. 🌎 These changemakers, often small teams with big visions, are working to reduce our reliance on traditional animal-based products. By exploring plant-based proteins and investing in cultivated and fermented alternatives, they’re creating solutions that benefit not just consumers but also the planet. Transforming food systems is no small task, but it’s necessary to address the challenges of climate change, food security, and global health. The shift towards diversified proteins isn't just a trend—it's a long-term solution that fosters resilience and sustainability across industries. 💰 As businesses and investors, we have the opportunity to support these pioneering efforts. By backing thoughtful, committed teams focused on sustainable food innovations, we can help drive the change needed for a healthier and more sustainable future for all. To learn more visit vegtechinvest.com. #FoodSystemsTransformation #Sustainability #DiversifiedProteins 

The journey to a more sustainable future starts with rethinking how we produce and consume food. Organic and intelligent food production offers a powerful synergy—blending age-old wisdom with modern innovation to save energy, preserve natural resources, and build resilience against a rapidly changing climate. It’s time for individuals, businesses, and policymakers to embrace this opportunity. By supporting organic farming practices and investing in intelligent technologies, we can create a food system that works with nature, not against it. Let’s build a healthier, more sustainable world—one meal at a time.