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As we look towards the future, here are some key areas I look forward to focus on: - Innovation in Agriculture: Embrace cutting-edge technologies and practices to boost productivity and sustainability. Innovation is key to transforming our food systems from precision farming to AI-driven solutions. - Climate-Resilient Practices: Implement strategies that mitigate climate change impacts. This includes adopting drought-resistant crops, improving water management, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. - Inclusive Growth: Ensure that food systems are inclusive, benefiting all stakeholders, especially women and youth. Empowering these groups can drive significant progress in agricultural development. - Sustainable Financing: Mobilize investments in sustainable agriculture. Innovative financing models can unlock the potential of agribusinesses and support the transition to greener practices. - Policy and Collaboration: Advocate for policies that support sustainable food systems and foster collaboration among governments, the private sector, and civil society. Together, we can create a more resilient and equitable food system. Let’s come together to innovate, accelerate, and scale our efforts for a sustainable future! 🌾💡 #AFSForum2024 #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSystems #Innovation #ClimateAction #InclusiveGrowth

🌎 The world faces a dual challenge: tackling climate change while feeding a growing population. Our CEO, Jeff Rowe, a fifth-generation farmer, shares a compelling vision for the future of agriculture — one where innovation bridges the gap between sustainability and productivity. In his latest article for the World Economic Forum, Jeff explores the transformative power of regenerative agriculture combined with AI and digital tools. These advancements offer farmers the ability to: ✅ Boost efficiency through precision farming ✅ Nurture soil health and biodiversity ✅ Capture carbon and combat climate change This isn’t just about adapting; it’s about shaping the future of agriculture for generations to come. However, achieving this vision requires more than cutting-edge technology. It demands collaboration across industries, governments, and financial institutions to equip farmers with the policies, resources, and support they need to embrace regenerative practices. As Jeff prepares to speak at Davos on January 22, his insights highlight how Syngenta and the broader industry are driving meaningful change toward a more sustainable food system. Read the full article to explore how we can all play a role in building a resilient future for farming: https://lnkd.in/gx9s-ww9 #WEF25 #SyngentaAtDavos25 #FutureOfFarming #Sustainability

🌎 Globally, we must address climate change and food security simultaneously. Jeff Rowe, our CEO and a fifth-generation farmer, envisions a future of agriculture driven by innovation that balances sustainability with productivity. Jeff’s recent World Economic Forum article examines how regenerative agriculture, AI, and digital tools can revolutionize things. Farmers can now, thanks to these advancements,: Precision farming improves efficiency. Foster soil health and biodiversity. Carbon capture is key to tackling climate change. It’s more than just adapting; This vision, however, demands more than advanced technology alone. Farmers need policies, resources, and support to adopt regenerative practices, requiring collaboration between industries, governments, and financial institutions. Jeff’s upcoming Davos speech on January 22 will showcase Syngenta’s and the industry’s contributions to a more sustainable food system. The full article details how we can all contribute to a more resilient future for farming.

The intersection of food systems, sustainability, and climate change is undeniably one of the most urgent challenges of our time. The statistics you shared underscore the alarming reality: the food sector is responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, and soil degradation, if left unchecked, threatens to undermine the very foundation of global food security. As you aptly point out, the scale of the problem demands transformative solutions, and innovations such as regenerative agriculture and plant-based alternatives offer a beacon of hope. Yet, the underwhelming share of global climate-tech funding directed toward food innovation presents a significant barrier. Without the necessary investment, infrastructure, and regulatory support, these promising solutions remain out of reach for many. Your collaboration with the World Economic Forum and the focus on Food Innovation Hubs is particularly insightful. By fostering ecosystems that enable cross-sector collaboration, we can create the momentum needed to scale these innovations. Private sector involvement, government policies, and the active engagement of farming communities are essential in ensuring that these solutions are not only viable but scalable. The challenge is not just in developing new technologies but also in creating an environment where these innovations can thrive and be adopted globally. As you aptly conclude, this is not only about reducing emissions or conserving resources—it's about ensuring food security for future generations while safeguarding the health of our planet. The roadmap you’ve outlined is a timely call to action, and it's inspiring to see BCG leading the charge in driving systemic change. The urgency of this issue cannot be overstated. If we are to avert a global food and climate crisis, it is imperative that we urgently invest in food innovation and build the necessary ecosystems to scale these solutions. This is a shared responsibility, one that requires the collaboration of stakeholders from all sectors. Looking forward to reading the full report and exploring how we can collectively drive meaningful change toward sustainable food systems and a resilient planet. #FoodInnovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GreenTech #CircularEconomy #SustainableAgriculture #CrossSectorCollaboration #FutureOfFood #ClimateCrisis

𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻 ‘𝗮𝗵𝗮’ 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁—𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀?🌱 Reflecting on insights from the Borlaug Dialogues, BioLumic CSO Jason Wargent explores the untapped potential within seeds to tackle food security and climate challenges. In his latest op-ed, he shares how bold ideas, carefully nurtured, can transform agriculture for generations to come. 🚜 🌾 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gHnH3qRc #InnovationInAg #FoodSecurity #SeedInnovation

A fascinating perspective on how seed innovation can transform agriculture to tackle some of its largest challenges 🌾 🌏

I step into 2025 filled with optimism and excitement for the future of agriculture and its vital role in tackling global challenges. The past year has highlighted just how essential innovation, sustainability, and collaboration are in ensuring food security and protecting our environment. Farmers around the world have shown incredible resilience, embracing new technologies and practices to meet the evolving needs of our planet. Their dedication is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we work towards agricultural systems that are productive, sustainable, and resilient. In the year ahead, we must double down on accelerating the development and adoption of climate-smart agricultural solutions. By leveraging science and technology, we can empower farmers to adapt to climate change, improve soil health, and support biodiversity. And as we move forward, let’s not forget the importance of knowledge sharing in driving meaningful change. Collaboration across the food value chain at every level – local, regional, and international – will be key to fostering innovation and scaling solutions that address the challenges ahead. To everyone contributing to the advancement of agriculture – researchers, policymakers, farmers, and consumers alike – thank you. Your commitment makes a real difference. Together, we can build a future where agriculture thrives alongside nature, ensuring well-being for generations to come. Wishing everyone a successful, prosperous, and sustainable 2025! #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #AgInnovation #NewYear2025

In case you missed it, you can access (in full) a recent Financial Times article outlining the challenges of corporate target setting, implementation, and tracking of nature footprints – quoting our CFO Rishi Kalra - using the below link 👇 At ofi we know the importance of building a nature-positive economy – linking to our commitment in our Choices for Change strategy to reach 2 million ha of regenerative agriculture in our supply chains and engage in 20 landscape-scale partnerships by 2030. Healthy ecosystems and farming landscapes are crucial for long-term sustainability and resilience in agriculture. By taking a proactive approach, we aim to build supply chains that are resilient to the extremes of nature and climate, to ensure consistent long-term value-creation. #Sustainability #ChoicesForChange #Biodiversity #ESG

We established AIM for Climate in partnership with the United States, to enable rapid innovation in food production. In just three years, the initiative has mobilized $17 billion in increased investment in climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovation over a 2020 baseline. By harnessing technologies, we can help to build a climate-resilient economy. #AcceleratingActionTogether #FoodSystems #AgriTech

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