Vinay Nangia, Ph.D.’s Post

Developing sustainable solutions is crucial for enhancing agro-food systems while addressing environmental and social challenges, fostering innovation, and promoting collaboration. At the recent Indo-American Chamber of Commerce, India, Council's 2nd Agro Summit, our #GTBharat experts, Chirag Jain and Karan Sharma, discussed the latest sustainable practices transforming the agri-food industry. They shared insights on the cluster approach, highlighting benefits such as improved outcomes for farmers, increased exports, enhanced produce handling, significant investments, and upgraded post-harvest infrastructure.   Kunal Sood | Ramendra Verma #SustainableAgriculture #AgroFoodSystems #ColdStorage

In order to feed the predicted 2050 global population of 9.1 billion, the agricultural sector will have to produce 70% more food than current levels. A new report from the World Economic Forum's Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, in collaboration with PwC India, outlines how agritech services can help the world achieve this goal by driving progress in emerging economies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eHcQzyPH #Agritech #Agriculture #SpecialMeeting24

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping traditional business models across industries. How can we best harness the opportunities AI offers to unlock growth, innovation and efficiency? My Executive and Leadership Legacy: My scientific pathway up to the top of the mountain by climbing the executive and leadership ladder of success from Teacher, Educator, Professor, Accountant, Auditor, CFO, CEO, to Servant Leader and Executive Board of Director. 1) What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? How to transform Vision into Bold Action for Tackling Challenges and Innovating Bold Solutions? 2) What is the C-suite? About the fiduciary duty of the Board of Directors? What is the qualitative approach to assess organizational readiness and preparedness for Digital Transformation? I am honored by the extraordinary leadership opportunity to join the multinational, diverse, and talented TEAM of Experts from 190 countries at the Special Meeting on "Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development", from April 28-29, 2024. This special meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will focus on new pathways to reinvigorate growth globally amid the challenges posed by an increasingly fragmented geopolitical and economic environment. By working together, we can close digital divide, bridge digital skills gaps, unlock human potential and unleash productivity. World-class Travel broadens my perspective as Global Servant Leader with Hands-on expertise in innovating Real-world Solutions. Does Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) have the potential to help organizations, institutions and business companies save millions, billions, and even trillions of dollars? As Global Servant Leader, it was my great honor to participate in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) in Washington D.C., from April 15 - 20. Indeed, I sharpened my global leadership skills and enhanced my expert-knowledge while upskilling. Upskilling and Reskilling Imperative: Master the Art of Turning Vision into Bold Action and Transforming Global Challenges into Great Opportunities. "Dear Mr. Beuns, thank you for your contributions to making the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 Annual Meeting an impactful global event from Jan 15-19 in Davos, Switzerland, Europe. We look forward to continuing our work together and converting new ideas into positive outcomes throughout the year." António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations wrote. " We cannot solve 21st century problems with 20th century tools."  By Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF): " In our Global Debate at the #IMFMeetings last week I discussed the elements that make a country best-prepared to successfully embrace AI. 1) A solid digital infrastructure. 2) Human capital 3) An economy supporting innovation 4) Strong ethics."

Agerpoint is featured in this World Economic Forum and PwC India report, which notes that "[a]s agritech scales, it is imperative that smallholders and women farmers are included." It's why we work to make digital measurement and monitoring as accessible as possible.

Emerging technological solutions can transform the global agricultural value chain and ensure food security across the world. The World Economic Forum’s report ‘Agritech: Shaping Agriculture in Emerging Economies, Today and Tomorrow’, in collaboration with PwC India, provides insights into how public–private partnerships can scale Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies in agriculture and encourage farmers to invest in and adopt emerging technologies. Know more: https://bit.ly/3Qpy34L   #Agritech #Agriculture Sanjeev Krishan | Amulya Patnaik | World Economic Forum

Dr. M V Ashok, Retd CGM NABARD, steps onto the platform to illuminate the audience with his profound insights on Sustainable Agricultural Practices. He underscores the pressing necessity for India's agricultural sector to embrace this paradigm shift, emphasizing the pivotal role of government intervention in facilitating the transition. #FAIFAWithFarmers #SustainableAgriculture

Join us next week for a capacity-building workshop hosted by our India Hub Centre for Responsible Business and The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) on the Operational Guidelines for the Agri-food Sector in India. 📅 Date: February 27, 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 pm — 5:00 pm IST During the workshop, participants can expect to: 📖 Acquire a foundational understanding of The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) for Agriculture and Food #OperationalGuidelines for Business. 👩🌾 Comprehend mechanisms to implement #sustainablepractices to meet market demands. 🧭 Grasp ways to navigate the operational challenges faced by businesses in the #agriculturalvaluechain. 📊 Explore practical strategies for integrating #sustainability into #businessoperations. Register today to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gdYBdcqM

In order to feed the predicted 2050 global population of 9.1 billion, the agricultural sector will have to produce 70% more food than current levels. A new report from the World Economic Forum's Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, in collaboration with PwC India, outlines how agritech services can help the world achieve this goal by driving progress in emerging economies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dM4UUYTz

Impressions from the ICRPC-2024 Conference on Responsible Production and Consumption 🌾🌍 I recently had the privilege of participating in the International Conference on Responsible Production and Consumption: Agricultural Sustainability and Food Security (ICRPC-2024) organized by the prestigious School of Management Studies at the University of Hyderabad. This thought-provoking 3-day event from March 5-7 brought together academics, industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to delve into the pressing issues surrounding sustainable agricultural practices and ensuring food security globally. 🌱🌏 The conference tackled critical topics such as environmentally responsible farming methods 👩🌾, efficient resource utilization 💧, reducing food waste 🍽️, and promoting equitable access to nutritious food. 🍎 Insightful keynote addresses and panel discussions highlighted the urgent need for collaborative efforts across sectors to transition towards more sustainable production and consumption models aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. 🌐⚖️ As a participant, I had the opportunity to engage with leading minds and gain invaluable perspectives on innovative solutions being implemented worldwide. 💡 The diverse range of research presentations showcased promising advancements in areas like precision agriculture 👨🔬, alternative protein sources 🥜, and supply chain optimization for minimizing environmental impact. 🚚🌳 I extend my sincere appreciation to the organizers, notably the Conference chair & Dean of our SMS departments Prof. Mary Jessica and Convenor Prof.Pramod kumar mishra, for facilitating this enriching exchange of ideas. I look forward to continued discourse and collaboration within my network to drive tangible progress in this crucial domain. 🤝 Feel free to share your thoughts or experiences related to responsible production and consumption in the comments below. 👇 #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #ResponsibleProduction #ResponsibleConsumption #ICRPC2024 #UoHyderabad #sustainability #environment

Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture launches India Digital Agriculture Council || May 28, 2024. New Delhi At the National Round Table on Digital Agriculture, joined by important stakeholders in digital agriculture from Startups to Agtech and IT companies and eminent experts, ICFA launched India Digital Agriculture Council today in New Delhi. The Council aims to function as the apex body for communication and coordination, policy research and advocacy, technology and business collaborations, capacity building and stewardship, data monitoring and digital governance, and knowledge repository and innovation towards digitalization & digital transformation of Indian agriculture. Former DG, NIC, Dr. M. Moni, who earlier chaired ICFA Working Group on IT in Agriculture, is appointed as the Chairman of the Council & Mr. Dushyant K. Tyagi, CEO, Farmgate Technologies Pvt Ltd, as the Convener. ICFA is initiating the process of forming the IDAC Board and General Council and invites the participation of all key stakeholders in the Indian and global digital agriculture system. IDAC Details and Membership - https://lnkd.in/g7AW8fkK #food #agriculture #digital #sustainability #precisionfarming #dataanalytics #cropyields #networking #startup #valuechain #logistics #conference #trending #exploremore #agritech #digitalization