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Why healthy soils mean greater crop yields
This week: Alex Udermann and Mark Gutierrez, farmers from the Minnesota Soil Health Coalition, ta...
Food and agriculture industries are facing more pressing and interconnected challenges in their ability to feed the world. Advances in data and technology are one tool to help to transform how farmers grow and produce food through sustainable and regenerative practices.
Cross-commodity and cross-supplier sustainability data and insights are enabling better traceability and more sustainable sourcing of commodities in agricultural supply chains; making it easier for brands and customers to understand the journey of their food, from farm to fork.
On May 21st, Innovation Forum hosted a free webinar in partnership with Cargill. Our panel of experts discussed:
On May 21st, Innovation Forum hosted a free webinar in partnership with Cargill. Our panel of experts discussed:
- How can aligning methodologies and sharing of data and insights across supply chains facilitate greater transparency outcomes?
- How can digitalization enhance sustainable sourcing efforts, and how can we ensure all stakeholders are supported in the digital transition?
- How can digital transformation empower farmers to embrace regenerative agriculture practices that build resilience, increase transparency, and protect the future of our food systems?
Here from the panelists:
- Joanna Fowler, IT Sustainability Manager, Nestlé
- Allison Kopf, CEO, TRACT
- Matt Wood, Senior Director, Sustainability Digital, Data & Analytics, Cargill
This discussion was moderated by Ian Welsh, publishing director, Innovation Forum.
This webinar was hosted in partnership with Cargill.
Amsterdam
21st - 22nd October 2025