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🌱 Sourcing Coffee, Tea, or Sugar? Here’s Why Fair Farming Should Be on Your Radar!  At our recent Future Green Members Meetup at Fortnum & Mason, we dove deep into the importance of fair farming in securing a sustainable future. With over 200 million people relying on coffee, tea, and sugar for their livelihoods, supporting ethical farming practices is crucial- not just for their well-being, but for the resilience of your supply chain. 🌍 Chef Daniel Fenner shared inspiring insights on how businesses can work with suppliers to improve sustainability rather than walking away when standards fall short. Key Takeaways: - Transparency builds trust: Start by being open, not perfect. - Localised solutions: Tailor fair farming practices to regional challenges. - Work with suppliers: Long-term partnerships lead to sustainable change. Read more about the Meetup in our blog here : https://lnkd.in/ettbH2Rg Missed this one? Don’t worry! Join us for our next Monthly Meetup where we will workshop your waste plan on 8th October! Our topic is ‘Reduce Food Loss & Waste’.

🌾#Regenerative food systems were high on the agenda at the Forum for the Future of Agriculture (ForumforAg) Annual Conference, with speakers highlighting the critical need to support farmers in the transition to more sustainable and resilient food systems.   Keynote speaker Saswati Bora, The Nature Conservancy, noted that we are entering "a major movement that can best be described as moving from conventional productive systems [to] regenerative food systems.”   Regen10 partner WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development additionally called for more to be done to de-risk food systems transitions for farmers, with Stefania Avanzini noting how “the short-term risks are still on the shoulders of farmers.”   👩🌾 Regen10 is working to address these issues, ensuring that farmers are co-creators in the food systems transition. Our Outcomes-Based Framework, which is being developed alongside farmers and landscape stewards, will play a key role in this by helping farmers mobilise finance and deliver nature-positive outcomes.   Find out more about our framework below⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eBea2qmv   #ForumforAg

Food production today faces significant challenges that threaten our future ability to feed the world sustainably. A recent PwC report emphasizes the urgent need to prioritize food security and adopt sustainable agricultural practices. Vertical farming offers a powerful solution, addressing these challenges by enhancing efficiency, conserving resources, and shortening supply chains. According to the PwC report, vertical farming can significantly reduce emissions, use much less land, conserve water, minimize food loss, and support biodiversity. And we tend to agree. 😉 Intravision, a leader in vertical farming innovation, is at the forefront of this movement with our GravityFlow™ system. Our advanced technology and research-driven approaches provide sustainable and viable solutions for the future of agriculture. A big thanks to John Hebden at Bigger Picture Solutions for sharing this insightful PwC report with us. As we embrace the future of agriculture, vertical farming and innovative solutions from Intravision will play a crucial role in building a sustainable and prosperous food production system. #Sustainability #VerticalFarming #AgTech #Intravision #FoodSecurity #PwCReport #Innovation https://lnkd.in/ecSVAAPM

🚀🌱Interesting article from the SXSW Panels as they Explore What’s Next for Sustainable Food🌱🚀 Eco-Sneaker Prints: Agriculture's strutting around with 1/3 of greenhouse gas emissions in its boots! 🥾 Farming Far and Wide: 37% of our planet is dedicated to agriculture, reflecting its vast impact. 🌍🌾 Fueling the Feast: It's taking more dino juice 🦖⛽ than ever to get our snacks to the plate. Tiny Titans: With less than 3% of the U.S. as farmers, it's like a superhero squad feeding the masses. 🦸♂️🍽️ Dive deeper into the fields of future food here, and see how FoodChain ID and SXSW are seeding change! #SustainableEating #RegenerativeAgriculture #FoodChainID

UNDP white paper presents an urgent call for a global overhaul of food systems to address critical challenges like environmental degradation, climate change, and food insecurity. My work in Datanam : Precision Vertical Farming and Circafeed are aligned with their mission and our effort to foster sustainability through smart solutions in the agricultural sector couldn’t be more relevant. 1. Agritechnology for Sustainable Production: Datanam’s data-driven agritech solutions aim to optimize crop yields, reduce waste, and conserve resources. By integrating predictive analytics, we help farmers make informed decisions, lowering environmental impact while enhancing productivity. This supports UNDP’s emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices and resource efficiency. 2. Innovation in Circular Food Systems: Circafeed exemplifies innovation in action. We transform food waste into nutrient-rich animal feed, creating a circular economy model that aligns perfectly with the report’s call for innovative solutions to systemic food issues. This not only reduces food waste but also strengthens local food security by repurposing resources that would otherwise go unused. 3. Community Empowerment and Capacity Building: We understand that true resilience requires empowered communities. Through workshops and training sessions, we help local farmers and communities adopt sustainable practices, enhancing their resilience to climate challenges. Supporting farmers with the right tools and knowledge aligns with UNDP’s goals for multi-stakeholder collaboration and community-led growth. You can read more about the UNDP white paper here:

The decline in British hop production might not capture everyone's attention, but it highlights a critical challenge facing our entire food system 🌱🍺. With climate conditions changing unpredictably 🌍, traditional crops like hops are becoming harder to cultivate, threatening not only the heritage of British beer but also the broader agricultural landscape. This isn’t just about hops—it’s a reminder that our food supply depends on resilient, adaptable production methods to keep pace with an evolving environment. The urgent need for innovation in agriculture has never been clearer 🌾💡. Whether through sustainable farming practices, new crop varieties, or advanced technology, we must be proactive in adapting to these shifts. As we explore these solutions, it’s worth considering: How can we collaborate across industries to ensure a secure and sustainable food future? 🤝 https://lnkd.in/d3QgeD93

✨ Food Matters Live 2024 - Manchester ✨ Over the past two days, I attended Food Matters Live, a great event that shed light on the key challenges in making food and beverage production more sustainable. 1. Regenerative agriculture 🚜 was the central topic of many discussions, but one thing became clear: there’s no agreed-upon definition yet. 2. Real change starts within farming communities 🧑🌾. They don't want someone on a suit telling them how to produce. Farmers inspire other farmers when they demonstrate that adopting practices to boost biodiversity and reduce carbon footprint can also improve profitability. 3. Connecting corporations with local producers and committing to targets🎯 like the Science Based Targets initiative are critical steps for driving industry-wide change. However, while companies are capable of monitor and mitigate internal emissions (Scope 1 & 2), scaling Scope 3 emissions tracking remains a challenge. Collaborating with external software providers is proving to be a key solution. A huge thank you to the organisation and the leaders driving the sustainable transition in our industry, for sharing their insights!

Agriculture isn’t just about growing food - it’s about sustaining life on Earth. As #climatechange, resource scarcity, and food insecurity loom larger than ever, it’s time for collective action. That’s where the World Agriculture Forum (WAF) steps in. But this mission needs more than just global platforms - it needs dedicated individuals ready to collaborate and innovate. So, why does agriculture matter now more than ever? With a growing global population and rising environmental challenges, agriculture is the backbone of our society. But traditional practices alone won’t suffice. We need innovation, collaboration, and a new approach to managing resources. The World Agriculture Forum is a global platform uniting diverse voices in agriculture, from farmers and policymakers to researchers and industry leaders. It fosters dialogue and action to tackle the most pressing challenges in food and agriculture. WAF is more than just a forum, it’s a catalyst for real change. Issues like climate change and food insecurity can’t be solved in isolation. We need a space where all stakeholders can come together to create sustainable solutions. That’s what WAF offers - a neutral ground for collaboration and innovation It's leadership includes influential figures like: • Dr Rudy Rabbinge: Chairman • Amb Kenneth Quinn: Vice Chair • Professor Lindiwe Majele Sibanda: Vice Chair • Dr William Dar: Vice Chair With diverse expertise, WAF is well-positioned to drive significant change Collaboration is essential for #SustainableAgriculture WAF bridges the gap between governments, the private sector, NGOs, and academia. By fostering partnerships, WAF catalyzes action plans to address the world’s needs for food, fiber, fuel, and water sustainably. Through round tables and World Congresses, WAF gathers thought leaders to discuss critical topics like #biofuels, #foodsafety, and #sustainableagriculture. These discussions lead to tangible, actionable solutions. As a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture and food waste prevention, I’m committed to driving change alongside WAF. Together, we can innovate, educate, and implement strategies to create a resilient agricultural system. I therefore invite all stakeholders: #Researchers #Policymakers #IndustryLeaders to collaborate with us in advancing #SustainablePractices and reducing #foodwaste. Let’s join forces for a more sustainable future An agricultural future that balances the needs of a growing population with environmental stewardship and economic prosperity. Through collaboration and innovation, we can build a resilient global food system that benefits all. How can we collaborate to solve agricultural challenges and reduce food waste? I’m open to discussing partnerships, initiatives, and innovative ideas. Reach out or comment below. Let’s create impactful solutions together! #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #CollaborationInAg #WorldAgriculturalForum #FoodWastePrevention #AgLeadership

Transforming the UK food system requires innovative and equitable routes to market. As part of the Growing our Future UK initiative, Forum hosted workshops with 20 diverse organisations to explore key topics like true cost accounting and local distribution. In our latest blog, Katherine Zscharnagk, Senior Change Designer, outlines 5 essential principles for establishing these new routes to market, and shares an infographic that shares 8 necessary shifts for regenerative agriculture. 👉 Dive in now and take 5 minutes to explore how we can drive a just and regenerative food future: https://lnkd.in/dZcUvD4v #Food #RoutesToMarket #JustAndRegenerative #FoodFutures