Recently, FONTAGRO organized a high-level panel that explored the rapidly evolving landscape of research, development, and innovation in the agri-food sector. With global food systems facing increasing challenges—from the climate crisis to new investment paradigms—this was an essential conversation on how to redefine the path from ideation to impactful solutions.
Experts from various fields shared their insights on emerging trends in R&D funding, the dynamics of agri-food value chains, and the crucial role of evidence and governance in innovation. Key points of discussion included how public-private collaborations and institutional innovations are reshaping the approach to food systems, aiming to foster resilience, inclusivity, and technology-enabled solutions for the future.
We are extremely grateful to our panelists for their valuable contributions: Dr. Philip Pardey, Director of the GEMS Informatics Center at the University of Minnesota; Dr. Hernán Muñoz, Statistical Leader of the ASTI program at FAO; Dr. Rubén Echeverría, Senior Advisor for agricultural development at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; and Dr. Eugenia Saini, Executive Secretary at FONTAGRO.
To watch the webinar recording, visit: https://youtu.be/oZHJ-sQ0i0A?si=QoqbNidfnQrtcLvc