Flood Resilience in Agriculture: Safeguarding the Food Supply Chain Amidst Climate Change
Flood Resilience in Agriculture: Safeguarding the Food Supply Chain Amidst Climate Change In 2022, devastating, historical floods have hit Pakistan’s Sindh Province – a crucial region for rice, cotton, and sugarcane production. Over 18% of the total area was directly inundated, and the estimated loss of rice production was approximately 1.8 million tons, representing an […]
How Do Wildfires Impact Crop Cultivation?
Wildfires and Crop Cultivation: Impacts on Food Supply Chain and Adaptive Agricultural Practices Wildfires have become an increasingly prevalent and concerning phenomenon in North America. Over the past decade, the number of acres burned in wildfires in North America is steadily rising, with an average 9 million acres of land burned each year. This year, […]
The EU Soil Monitoring Directive – What food supply chain players need to know?
Understanding the Impact of the EU Soil Monitoring Directive 60% of European soils are unhealthy – meaning they have sustained damage to their structure, microbial composition and overall nutrients. That in turn makes them more susceptible to erosion (being carried away by rain or wind) and their cultivation more input-intensive. This degradation is estimated to […]
Adapting to Climate Change in Agriculture – Are Droughts Reshaping the Agriculture Industry?
Adapting to Climate Change: Droughts Effects Climate change is undeniably impacting the world’s weather patterns, leading to a rise in extreme weather events that affect agriculture on a global scale. Droughts, once considered infrequent anomalies, have become more frequent and intense, with a staggering 29% increase in their occurrence since 2000. This prolonged lack of […]
Embracing a whole system approach: from scope 3 to driving change throughout the food’s value chain
As sustainability becomes an increasingly important aspect of agricultural practices, the industry is moving beyond the conventional Scope 3 framework and embracing a comprehensive approach that that goes beyond a single value chain. This shift recognizes the significance of influencing behaviors beyond direct emissions, leading to more sustainable and resilient agricultural systems. In this blog […]
How will the EU’s deforestation regulation (EUDR) transform the agri-food supply chain
On April 19, 2023, the European Parliament adopted the Deforestation-Free Products Regulation (EUDR); the EU Council is expected to approve the EUDR the following month, ushering it into force. The new deforestation regulation is aimed at curbing the import of illegally harvested timber and agricultural products that contribute to deforestation. The new law has set strict […]
The Importance of the U.S. Farm Bill for Food and Beverage Companies
The U.S. farm bill is a significant piece of legislation that plays a crucial role in shaping agricultural policy, supporting farmers, and impacting the food and beverage industry. Passed by the U.S. Congress every five years, the next reauthorization should be approved September 2023; the process has already started. The farm bill encompasses a wide […]
Sustainable Intensification: The IPCC magic bullet
Produce more, spend less, save the planet. It’s not too late to change course. The last installment of the Intergovernmental panel on climate change’s (IPCC) sixth assessment cycle was released earlier this month. Once again stressing the need for immediate action to mitigate climate change in order to avoid dire consequences. While all sectors are […]
Beyond Greenwashing: Building Trust and Sustainability in the Food and Beverage Industry
How is the European Union combating greenwashing in the food and beverage industry and why is it important for companies to embrace these developments? As consumers become more environmentally conscious, many food and beverage companies are eager to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. In a joint study from McKinsey and NielsenIQ examining product sales growth […]
Potato Cultivation: Key Strategies for Resilient and Sustainable Farming
How to Achieve Efficient and Sustainable Potato Growth? Potato cultivation is of great importance globally, with potatoes being the third most important crop in the world and consumed regularly by 1.3 billion people worldwide. Due to their high nutritional density, yielding capacity, and adaptability to different conditions and needs, potatoes play a crucial role in […]
