Food Systems - ForumforAg
In "Food Systems", the FFA interviews politicians, civil society representatives, thought leaders, scientists, activists, farmers, business leaders and many others. What do they all share? Ideas and action on how we can deliver a safe, plentiful, and above all sustainable food system that works for everyone.
Episodes
Interview with Ricard Ramon
Recorded at the recent Forum for the Future of Agriculture Regional event in Dublin, Rose O’Donovan interviewed Ricard Ramon, Head of Unit for Policy Perspectives at DG AGRI, about the current state of the negotiations with the CAP. Joining online, Mr Ramon said a minimum CAP budget of around 300 billion euros is established to 2034, with significant additional resources available: a requirement t
Interview with Michael Werz
In the latest Food Systems Podcast episode, Michael Werz, Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations, discusses how global instability, conflict and climate change are making resilient food systems central to future geopolitical stability. Speaking with guest presenter Mark Titterington, he warns that food is increasingly being weaponized in conflicts and that fragile supply chains, export restri
Interview with Barry Cowen MEP
In this episode of the Food Systems Podcast, from the Forum for the Future of Agriculture, we're diving into one of the most critical moments for European agriculture in a generation. As the EU shapes the future Common Agricultural Policy beyond 2027, we're facing a fundamental question: Can we afford the ambition we're claiming to pursue? Rose O'Donovan is joined by Barry Cowen MEP who brings his
Interview with Jessica Agnew
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Tassos Haniotis discusses trends in productivity growth in the agriculture sector globally with Jessica Agnew, Director of the GAP Initiative and Managing Editor of the Global Agricultural Productivity (GAP) Report, Virginia Tech. They also discuss the importance of productivity growth in agriculture to meet increasing demands for food, fiber, fuels, an
Interview with Justin Rose
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Justin Rose, President, Worldwide Agriculture & Turf, Small Agriculture and Turf Care, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Deere & Company. The discussion highlights how agricultural data, owned and controlled by farmers, can act as a “second crop” by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enabling better decision-making through plat
Interview with Janez Potočnik
In our first podcast of 2026, we discuss with the Forum for the Future of Agriculture Chairman Janez Potočnik what's on the Forum's agenda for the new year ahead and get an update on some details about the Annual Conference taking place at the Square in Brussels on April 14th.
Interview with Stientje van Veldhoven
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Stientje van Veldhoven, Vice President and Regional Director for Europe, World Resources Institute (WRI) and former Minister for the Environment and Housing in the Netherlands. During the discussion they reflect on the outcomes of COP30 in Belém and explore how WRI Europe is working to accelerate progress on sustainable land use, clim
Interview with Jurgen Tack
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Rose O’Donovan talks to Jurgen Tack, the Secretary General of the European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) about the Forum’s recent report on financing the transition to a more resilient and sustainable agri-food system. The conversation explores tensions, new approaches to public and private financing, the potential of nature credits, and ongoing debate
Interview with Professor Erik Meers and Laura van Schöll
On November 25, the Forum will host a webinar on the policy side of nutrient management. Ahead of that, this Food Systems podcast episode takes a look at efficient nutrient management and recycling, exploring how EU-funded projects like NutriBudget and ReNu2Cycle are helping to scale closed-loop nutrient systems for smarter nutrient management, to minimise negative impacts on environment and human
Interview with Dave Hughes
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Dave Hughes, Head Technology Identification and Evaluation for Crop Protection, Syngenta. They discuss innovation focus and progress, and deep dive into digital technologies, biological pest control and genomic techniques, highlighting the importance of innovation for Europe.
Interview with Emmanuelle Mikosz
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Emmanuelle Mikosz, Director General of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture. Emma explains her new role and discusses the upcoming publications, events and other activities planned between now and the next Annual Conference in April 2026.
Interview with Dr Jane Goodall
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. At the Forum for the Future of Agriculture, we were honoured to welcome Dr. Goodall as an inspirational speaker in 2023. Her words were not only profoundly moving but served as a powerful call to action for all of us working toward a more sustainable and compassionate future. We repeat the original interview as a reminder of her unwavering
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Tobias Bandel
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Tobias Bandel, Co-founder of The Landbanking Group and also a farmer. Tobias explains that the Landbanking Group was founded out of frustration that sustainability projects always got stuck in the “pilot world”. Sourcing sustainably was a compet
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Jurgen Tack
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Jurgen Tack, Secretary-General of the European Landowners’ Organization. Jurgen explains how at the conference we hear a good mix of possibilities, from market instruments like carbon farming and biodiversity credits to the role of subsidies and
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Grzegorz Brodziak
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Grzegorz Brodziak, farmer and CEO Goodvalley, Poland, and President of the Management Board, Polska Federacja Rolna. Representing over 1,000 farms across Poland, Grzegorz explains that with geopolitical chaos and changing circumstances, farmers
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Fred Buyle
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Freediving World Record holder, explorer and photographer Fred Buyle, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Fred explains how we cannot just protect the land and the sea separately; everything is connected, if you throw something in a river, it will eventually get into the ocean. He
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Katie McRobert
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Katie McRobert, Executive Director of the Australian Farm Institute, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Katie explains how Australian farmers operate in a very different policy environment, with no public support or subsidies, it’s purely market-driven. So, looking for those thing
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Petra Laux
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Petra Laux, Chief Sustainability Officer & Head Sustainability and Corporate Affairs, Syngenta, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Petra explains that she believes that the Forum is still relevant today because we haven’t solved the problems. While farmers have a great history
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Prof. Dr. Harald Grethe
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Prof. Dr. Harald Grethe, Director of the independent think tank Agora Agriculture and Head of the Agricultural Development and Trade Group, Humboldt-University of Berlin, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Harald explains how Agora use a science-based approach, but also include a
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Francis Malige
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Francis Malige of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Francis explains that financing agriculture is essential for food security and once banks are comfortable financing agriculture, they are ready to accompany their farm
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Luís Rua
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Luís Rua, Secretary of Trade and International Relations at the Ministry of Agriculture in Brazil, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Luís explains that Brazil has reduced deforestation of the Amazon by 45% and the Forum was an opportunity to highlight some of Brazil’s initiatives
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Felipe Ortega Schlingmann
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Felipe Ortega Schlingmann from the European Investment Bank (EIB), during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Felipe advocates for a holistic approach to sustainability in farming, starting with profitability and social sustainability in rural areas to make them attractive again, linking
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference: Interview with Roman Tarnovsky
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Roman Tarnovsky, Vice President, Sustainability Solutions and Strategic Partnerships at Indigo, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. They discuss Indigo's focus on making growers profitable and sustainable, but how it is essential to earn the trust of farmers so that they can benef
Insights from the Forum’s Annual Conference 2025: Interview with Janez Potočnik
In the latest edition of the Food Systems Podcast, the official podcast of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture, Alex Turk talks to Janez Potočnik, Chairman of the Forum, during an interview at this year’s Annual Conference about the evolution of the Forum, the critical need for systemic change in food systems, and the urgent environmental challenges facing our planet.
Inside the Forum: Reflecting back and looking forward with Mark Titterington and Alex Turk
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, the official podcast of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture, Alex Turk talks to Mark Titterington about his involvement with the Forum, what have been the most significant changes he has seen in recent years, and what is next for the Forum and him personally. Discussions range from, the inclusion of the new partners to the Call to Action, and the w
In discussion with Jacques Naudé
In this edition we talk to Jacques Naudé, founder of Joseph’s Dream in Portugal, who were awarded a diploma of recognition in the recent Land and Soil Management Award. We discuss with Jacques how the project is bringing new life to abandoned lands through the use of permaculture, organic agriculture, and holistic land management. Anchored in a cooperative model with a strong social commitment, th
In discussion with Lodovica Freyberg
In this edition we are joined by Lodovica Freyberg, from the San Giorgio Soil Regeneration Project who were awarded a diploma of recognition in the recent Land and Soil Management Award recognising their pioneering water management and reforestation techniques in the challenging environment of drought-affected Sicily. She explains how they are blending traditional knowledge with modern ecological
In discussion with Benedikt Bösel
In this edition we are joined by Benedikt Bösel, CEO and Founder of Gut & Bösel, the winner of the recent Land and Soil Management Award. We discuss the regenerative approach that Benedikt and his team are taking and the broader policy debate on how to scale regenerative agriculture going forward.
In discussion with Jeppe Bruus
Recorded at the Forum for the Future of Agriculture’s Regional Event in Copenhagen, Jeppe Bruus, Minister for the Green Transition, Denmark, joins us to discuss the work happening in Denmark to drive the transformation of the agri-food system. We share his thoughts from the conference and ask him some questions ahead of the Danish Presidency of the European Council.
In discussion with Shari Rogge-Fidler
Shari Rogge-Fidler, CEO of the Farm Foundation and a farmer herself, joins us to discuss the sentiment among U.S. farmers facing shifting policies and market uncertainties, the Foundation’s priorities for the year, and the insights she hopes to bring back from her visit to Europe.
In discussion with Viorel Gotu
As the FAO celebrates its 80th anniversary, we speak with Viorel Gutu, Regional Representative for Europe and Central Asia, who took part in our Annual Conference on April 1. We discuss the resilience of agri-food systems in the face of global challenges, and how stronger public-private cooperation can help address these challenges.
In discussion with Tassos Haniotis and John Clarke
In this episode, we sit down with Tassos Haniotis, former Director at DG AGRI and Senior Guest Researcher at IIASA, and John Clarke, former Head of EU delegation to the WTO and the UN in Geneva,to explore the latest geopolitical shifts and their impact on global trade. We discuss what 2025 might hold for the rules-based order and how key policy developments could reshape international markets.
In discussion with Mike Massimino
In this special episode, we talk with former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino, who will be a keynote speaker at our Annual Conference on April 1. After two missions to the Hubble Telescope and four space walks to make critical repairs to the telescope, Mike explains how seeing the earth from space gave him a unique perspective on the fragility of the planet and a better understanding of its important
In a discussion with Kathryn Bartlett
In this episode, we talk with Kathryn Bartlett, a soil scientist at Anglo-American, who is working on unpicking the interactions between polyhalite and soils. She explains the importance of building up this understanding of interactions to unlock new and innovative crop nutrient solutions as part of a global need to improve soil health/ performance that enhances crop nutrient use efficiency and la
In a discussion with John Baffes, Petr Havlik, and Tassos Haniotis
In this episode of the Food Systems Podcast, hosted by Mark Titterington, a panel of experts—John Baffes (World Bank Senior Agriculture Economist), Petr Havlik (Program Director at the International Institute for Applied Systems), and Tassos Haniotis (Special Advisor for Sustainable Productivity at the Forum's Advisory Council)—discuss critical challenges and opportunities in agriculture and food
In discussion with Stefania Avanzini
In this episode, we talk with Stefania Avanzini, Director of One Planet Business for Biodiversity (OP2B). Stefania discusses OP2B’s mission to transform agriculture by enhancing soil health, promoting biodiversity, and advancing sustainable farming practices. She highlights the need for collaboration between agribusinesses, governments, and farmers to scale these efforts, emphasizing that while si
In discussion with Ann Tutwiler
In this episode, we talk with Ann Tutwiler, Chair of the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, former Director-General of Bioversity International and member of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture Advisory Council. Ann explains how she is convinced that agriculture must show that it is a system that is contributing towards the environment, improving nutrition and resilience to climate change
In discussion with Jörg-Andreas Krüger
In this episode, we talk with Jörg-Andreas Krüger, President of NABU. In the discussion, he talks about the new strategic partnership with the Forum and synergies and alignment of NABU's initiatives with the recently published Call to Action. Jörg-Andreas also highlights the need for a good agricultural system which has a good balance between the income for farmers, the production of good quality
In discussion with Janez Potočnik
In this episode, Dr. Janez Potoćnik joins Mark Titterington in the new studio to share his reflections on the climate and biodiversity challenges and the current political environment. He also looks to the future for the development of new ideas and thinking that can provide the necessary solutions for the transformation of the agri-food system to one which is resilient, sustainable, nature positi
In dialogue with Deanna Kovar
In this episode, we talk with Deanna Kovar, President of the Worldwide Agriculture and Turf Division at John Deere. In the discussion, she shares insights on how John Deere is leading the transformation in sustainable technologies, precision agriculture and digital innovation to drive change and promote sustainability in the agricultural machinery industry.
In discussion with Jesús Antón
In this episode, we talk with Jesús Antón, the Head of Unit in the Agriculture and Resource Policies Division at the OECD. Jesús leads initiatives on innovation and conducts agricultural policy reviews using the OECD's productivity-sustainability-resilience framework. In our discussion, he shares insights from the OECD's latest publication, "Policies for the Future of Farming and Food in the Euro
In discussion with Guy Ziv
In this episode we talk to Guy Ziv, Professor in Socio-Environmental Systems at the School of Geography, University of Leeds, and coordinator of the European Horizon project BESTMAP about this four-year programme which covers seven countries in the European Union and Serbia. The podcast comes just before Guy presents the latest BESTMAP findings at a ForumforAg and RISE Foundation event in February
In discussion with Alex Lissitsa
In this episode we talk to Alex Lissitsa, President of the Ukrainian Agribusiness Club and CEO of IMC, about his current assessment of agriculture in Ukraine and the challenges being faced by growers in this very difficult time. The podcast was recorded following a roundtable discussion hosted by the Forum in Brussels which discussed a recovery plan for Ukraine.
In discussion with Aidan Connolly
In this episode we talk to Aidan Connolly, President of AgriTech Capital, about his recent book, The Future of Agriculture, which is a collection of essays reflecting the challenges and trends in a rapidly changing agriculture, from a pragmatic and practical perspective. He highlights the potential to make big leaps by embracing technology and discusses the drivers that will be important going for
In discussion with Mónica Andrés Enríquez
This week we talk to Mónica Andrés Enríquez, Executive Vice President Europe, Yara, about regenerative agriculture and how to develop and scale it in Europe and globally. This has been a core focus of the Forum over the past twelve months and is a leading commitment within our Call to Action, culminating in the publication of our ‘Perceptions and Insights Report’.
In dialogue with Emma Mikosz
In this special edition of the Food System Podcast, Mark Titterington discusses what the Forum has been doing over the last few months and looks ahead to the autumn and winter programme and discusses the plans for next year's Annual Conference with the Forum for the Future of Agriculture's Deputy and Programme Director, Emmanuelle Mikosz.
In dialogue with Richard Heath
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, we travel to the Australian Farm Institute's (AFI) mid-year conference and talk to Richard Heath, Executive Director of the Institute, about where he thinks Australian agriculture is on the journey to sustainability and discuss his key takeaways from the conference, which is focused on sustainability in agriculture including ESG goal setting and targets
In dialogue with Amer Badawi
In this special 50th Food Systems podcast, recorded live at the recent Coceral webinar, Mark Titterington talks to Amer Badawi, Head of Charters & Operations, Supply Chain Division at the United Nations World Food Programme about why the grain trade is important in supporting food security. If you are interested in watching the full webinar including many other sessions it is available online at w
In discussion with Steve Statler about the food systems transformation
Prior to our Regional Forum in Spain this week we publish our latest Food Systems podcast where we talk to Steve Statler, Chief Marketing Officer & ESG Lead at Wiliot - Interviewer, Speaker & Writer at the Mr. Beacon Podcast, who explains why food traceability has become important and shares his opinion on the role of FSMA and the implications for the agri-food industry, including farmers and ranc
In dialogue with Máximo Torero
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, we talk to Máximo Torero, Chief Economist of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), who explains that the agrifood system is facing significant challenges and highlights the need to transform to address climate change and other issues facing the agriculture sector.
In dialogue with Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE
In this episode Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, UN Messenger of Peace, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute talks about restoring our connection to nature. She also addresses how we can still create a sustainable future for all living beings on our planet, by taking action against climate change and biodiversity loss.
Geopolitics of the Green Deal with Geneviève Pons
In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, we talk to Geneviève Pons, CEO and Vice-Chair, Europe Jacques Delors, about the recently published paper on the geopolitics of the Green Deal and her thoughts on Europe’s approach and the opportunity on projecting that globally.
In dialogue with Janez Potočnik ”Call to Action”
In this episode we talk with Janez Potočnik, Chair of ForumforAg and Chairman of the RISE Foundation; Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), on key takeaways on climate change and how to reverse the loss of biodiversity crucial meetings (COP27 in Egypt and COP15 in Canada); and key actions that different stakeholders could take to increase
Agriculture as a climate solution with Shari Rogge-Fidler
In this episode we discuss with Shari Rogge-Fidler, President and CEO of the Farm Foundation, based in Chicago, USA, how she thinks agriculture could provide solutions to tackle climate change. As a farm owner and operator herself, she explains her thoughts on the position of farmers on this matter, and the role they are aiming to achieve, also at a political level. She also explains why the Farm
False Dilemmas with Tassos Haniotis
The Food Systems podcast is back! IIn this first episode of our new series we talk with Tassos Haniotis, former AGRI Director and former AMIS Chair, about Ukraine and the extent to which that conflict has brought into focus some of the uncertainties that have impacted on agricultural markets since the late 2010s and the false dilemmas that Tassos has talked about in relation to the sustainability
Fertilizers with Jacob Hansen
In this episode we talk with Jacob Hansen, Director General of Fertilizers Europe, about the impact the Ukraine conflict might have on fertilizer markets, the fertilizer price spike, whether organic fertilizers are the future, and how the industry will deal with increasing climate obligations such as those under the EU's new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
Steady State Economics with Brian Czech
In this episode we talk with Brian Czech, Executive Director for the Center for the Advancement of the Steady State Economy, about what a steady state economy means, where and whether it overlaps with circular economy thinking, and what its implementation might mean for the food system as a whole.
Wine and Health with Konstantinos Afianes
In this episode we talk to Konstantinos Afianes, co-owners of the Afianes Vineyard, about producing natural wine, climate change, life on the Greek island of Ikaria, why the inhabitants live so long and so well, and his hopes for the future.
Regenerative Agriculture in Practice with Galina Peycheva-Miteva and David Wilkinson
In the first podcast of 2022 we talk to Galina Peycheva-Miteva, farmer and land manager in Bulgaria, and David Wilkinson, Vice President for Agricultural Procurement, PepsiCo Europe, about their views on regenerative agriculture, what it means in the field, and how digital tools interact with this set of practices. Is it plausible on fields across Europe, and can all farmers do it?
PepsiCo is a Su
Water and Agriculture with Melissa Ho
In this episode we talk with Melissa Ho, Senior Vice President for Water and Food at WWF-US, about the major global summits this year, increasing droughts and agricultural management in the American West, whether payments systems for water are the future, as well as land management ideas for better water retention.
WWF is a Strategic Partner of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture.
Agricultural Systems with Alberto Arroyo
In this episode we talk with Alberto Arroyo, Head of Policy and Programs at the IUCN European Regional Office, about a recent report looking into different forms of more sustainable agriculture, what commonalities they share, how they can best be implemented, and whether there is low-hanging fruit that can be more easily achieved.
IUCN is a Strategic Partner of the Forum for the Future of Agric
Special: Overhauling EU Farm & Food Policy with Sébastien Treyer
In this episode, we talk with Sébastien Treyer, Executive Director of the Institute for Sustainable Development & International Relations (IDDRI), about a recent study on the shift towards agro-ecology across the EU. Sébastien also discusses the role of innovation & technology and how consumers will be key in transforming the food system.
Carbon Farming with Chris Harbourt
In this episode we talk to Chris Harbourt, Global Head of Carbon at Indigo, about how carbon farming works in the field, how reliable the metrics and economics are, the timescale required to keep it in the ground, and how he sees the future of this developing sector.
Indigo is a supporting Friend of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture.
Regenerative Agriculture with Ken Giller
In this episode we talk with Ken Giller, Professor of Plant Production Systems at Wageningen University, about what regenerative agriculture means in practice, why it is having such a moment in the spotlight now, whether it could be applied in Africa, and what the boundaries of the system might be.
You can read Ken's paper here: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0030727021998063
True Cost Accounting with Adele Jones
In this episode we talk to Adele Jones, Deputy CEO of the Sustainable Food Trust, about true cost accounting, how it can help create clarity around food production and consumer choice, how it could be practically implemented, and whether the political will to implement it is present today.
You can read the article in Nature that Adele co-authored HERE.
FFA2022 with Mark Titterington and Caroline Mahr
In this episode we talk to Mark Titterington, Co-Founder of the FFA and Senior Adviser, and Caroline Mahr, FFA Program Director, about the coming year of FFA, EU-US relations, the shift towards a sustainable food system, and their views on the most important policies coming up in the next twelve months.
Digital farming with Matija Zulj
In this episode we talk to Matija Zulj, Founder and CEO of Agrivi, about his view on smart technologies in farming, their impact on the market and local communities, consumer confidence and traceability, and what he views as the most impactful technology in the coming five years.
Farmers & the Food Chain with Marc Rosiers
In this episode we talk with Marc Rosiers, Managing Director of MR Food and Agriculture Consulting, about the position of farmers in the food chain, whether true pricing can ever be implemented, short supply chains, and his expectations of carbon farming.
Swiss Farming with Marc Chappuis
In this episode we talk with Jean-Marc Chappuis, deputy director of the Swiss Federal Office for Agriculture, about the ongoing Swiss agricultural reform package, how the country supports land management in mountainous areas, and the Swiss goals for the UN Food System Summit.
Agroforestry with Patrick Worms
In this episode we talk with Patrick Worms, President of the European Agroforestry Federation, about the benefits of agroforestry, the threat it faces from climate change, how these systems are used around the world, and his expectations of both new EU policies and the UN Food System Summit.
Asian Family Farming with Amirul Islam
In this episode we talk with Amirul Islam, Operations Manager for South and Central Asia, Asian Farmers Association for Sustainable Rural Development, about the impacts of Covid-19 and climate change on farming in the region, the difference between land tenure and ownership, his expectations for the UN Food System Summit and much more.
Agroecology with Emile Frison
In this episode we talk with Emile Frison, IPES FOOD panel member and UNFSS co-lead on the solution cluster on agroecology and regenerative agriculture, about his expectations for the UN Food System Summit, whether agroecology has advanced in recent years, and creating new food system policies.
Biodiversity Strategy with Humberto Delgado Rosa
In this episode we talk with Humberto Delgado Rosa, Director of Natural Capital, DG Environment, European Commission, about the EU's new Biodiversity Strategy, his hopes for the UN Biodiversity Summit and the Common Agricultural Policy, tree planting, and where the money will come from.
Check out full videos of the FFA Portugal events at: https://www.forumforagriculture.com/ffa2021-videos/
A Different CAP with Bérénice Dupeux
In this episode with Bérénice Dupeux, Senior Policy Officer for Agriculture at the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), about withdrawing the CAP and how it should be structured instead; income support, climate change, the interaction with the Green Deal and the Farm to Fork Strategy, and much more.
Cork Forests with António Amorim
In this episode we talk with António Amorim, Chairman and CEO of Corticeira Amorim, about the unique ecosystem of cork forests, the impact of climate change, sustainability passports for international trade, and the link between forests and health.
Registration for the FFA2021 Regional in Portugal, with four free events to choose from, is open now at https://www.forumforagriculture.com
Sustainable Trade Deals with David Cleary
In this episode we talk to David Cleary, Director for Agriculture at The Nature Conservancy, about the evolution of sustainability in international trade flows, how to improve agreements like Mercosur, and how to ensure that better practices are taken up along the full food chain.
The Nature Conservancy is a Strategic Partner of the Forum for the Future of Agriculture.
Beyond Farming with Benedikt Bösel
In this episode we talk to Benedikt Bösel, a farmer east of Berlin and FFA2021 panellist, about his 'beyond farming' approach, structural inequalities in the food system, what changes he would like to see from the CAP, and the importance of scientific advice.
The Common Agricultural Policy with Allan Buckwell
In this episode we talk with Emeritus Professor Allan Buckwell, Research Director at the RISE Foundation, about the current CAP reform, whether it is possible to scrap it, the interaction with the Farm to Fork Strategy and the Green Deal, his views on generational renewal and much more.
Definancialise the Food System with Carina Millstone
In this episode we talk with Carina Millstone, Executive Director at Feedback Global, about the problems of the shareholder economy and how it drives a lack of sustainability, how to change the system, getting rid of supermarkets, and why we should politicise food much more.
Young Farmers with Samuel Masse
In this episode we talk with Samuel Masse, President of the European Council of Young Farmers (CEJA) and an organic wine grower, about the effects of the Farm to Fork Strategy on young farmers, the future of organic farming, and what his farm village needs to attract the next generation.
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