The Future of Food

AGCO Showcases Precision Ag Innovation at AEM's Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall in Washington, DC

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화요일, 4월 30, 2024

"Ag on the Mall is an ideal chance for policymakers and manufacturers to help farmers feed the world."

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  • "Ag on the Mall is an ideal chance for policymakers and manufacturers to help farmers feed the world."
  • The display includes the Fendt Momentum® planter, Massey Ferguson's new 500R sprayer, the fuel-flexible AGCO Power™ CORE75 engine, and Precision Planting's Radicle Agronomics™ soil testing lab.
  • Bill Hurley, AGCO Vice President of Government Affairs and AEM Ag Chair, sees the event as a crucial educational opportunity for all participants.
  • AGCO's booth will be located on the National Mall at Ninth Street NW, between the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.

Mars Snacking and Unreasonable Group Announce Unreasonable Food™ Year 1 Venture Cohort Aiming to Redefine the Future of Sustainable Food

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월요일, 4월 22, 2024

CHICAGO, April 22, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of the Unreasonable Food ™ collaboration, Mars and Unreasonable Group announced the inaugural cohort of companies positioned to re-define our food systems. Mars in collaboration with Unreasonable Group, has helped select fifteen purpose-led, growth stage ventures and their leaders, for their potential to drive impact at scale across the food value chain. This next stage of the Unreasonable Food program will positively impact sustainability goals – including the Mars Net Zero Roadmap and 2030 goals of reducing emissions by 50% and beyond.

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  • CHICAGO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as part of the Unreasonable Food ™ collaboration, Mars and Unreasonable Group announced the inaugural cohort of companies positioned to re-define our food systems.
  • Mars and Unreasonable Group have selected the first Unreasonable Food ventures, which consists of fifteen cohorts that are headquartered across five continents, operating in nearly forty countries around the globe.
  • "We are excited to welcome these ventures to the Unreasonable Food family," said Daniel Epstein, CEO of Unreasonable Group.
  • For more information about Unreasonable Food and the Year 1 cohort, please visit Unreasonable Food (unreasonablefood.com)

The Future of Food Returns with a Weekend of Activations in Austin to Inspire a Wider Breadth of Conversations about Food

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화요일, 3월 5, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Future of Food, an event series focused on fostering innovation and collaboration within food systems, is returning to Austin this year with a weekend of future-food-focused conversations, activations and receptions. Taking place March 8 to March 10, 2024, The Future of Food is partnering with Black Future House, inKind Capital, and Capital Factory to host a series of tasting experiences, interviews, and discussions on building a more resource-efficient, inclusive and resilient food ecosystem.

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  • The events will delve into the cutting-edge technologies, visionary leadership, investment opportunities, and innovative strategies shaping tomorrow's food landscape.
  • The events will delve into the cutting-edge technologies, visionary leadership, investment opportunities, and innovative strategies shaping tomorrow's food landscape.
  • Participants will engage in conversations aimed at building an inclusive food ecosystem that integrates culture, technology, and lifestyle choices while empowering creators, innovators, and consumers alike.
  • "This is an exciting, evolutionary year for The Future of Food," said Que Fagan, co-organizer of The Future of Food.

Mars and Unreasonable Group Announce Unreasonable Food™ To Transform Sustainability in the Food Supply Chain

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화요일, 2월 20, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Through its snacking division, Mars and Unreasonable Group today announced the beginning of a three-year partnership: Unreasonable Food™. Unreasonable Food seeks to become the world's premier global initiative focused on supporting rapid growth companies positioned to re-define our food systems - ensuring a more regenerative, inclusive, and equitable future of food for all.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Through its snacking division, Mars and Unreasonable Group today announced the beginning of a three-year partnership: Unreasonable Food™.
  • This partnership will support the Mars Net Zero Roadmap and Mars Snacking's sustainability journey, while also delivering a more agile and forward-looking snacking business for Mars, dedicated to serving a just and sustainable tomorrow.
  • The Mars Unreasonable Food partnership will focus on four distinct pillars: Shaping the Future of Food, Improving Farmer Livelihood, Transforming Food Supply Chains, and Reimagining Sustainable Packaging.
  • We cannot imagine a more compelling partner to set a new standard for sustainability in our food systems than Mars."

Mayor Johnson & World Business Chicago Announce 2024 Chicago Venture Summit Future-of-Food

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화요일, 1월 30, 2024

CHICAGO, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, in partnership with World Business Chicago, announces the return of the Chicago Venture Summit Future-of-Food. As the leading hub for food production in the nation, Chicago boasts a thriving ecosystem encompassing traditional food giants, innovative startups, ingredient pioneers, and unparalleled talent. The event, scheduled for May 23, 2024, will be held at 167 Green Street, bringing together visionary entrepreneurs, savvy investors, and industry leaders at the forefront of technology-driven transformations shaping the food industry's future.

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  • Chicago Region's Flagship Venture Summit Returns to 167 N. Green Street on May 23
    CHICAGO, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, in partnership with World Business Chicago, announces the return of the Chicago Venture Summit Future-of-Food.
  • "On behalf of the residents of our great city and its vibrant business community, I look forward to the 2024 convening of the Chicago Venture Summit, Future of Food," said Mayor Brandon Johnson.
  • Organized by World Business Chicago, the Chicago Venture Summit stands as one of the region's flagship innovation and venture programs.
  • "I'm immensely proud of the World Business Chicago team leading this effort," said Michael Fassnacht, President & CEO, World Business Chicago.

CH4 Global Recognized as a Key Climate Solution in the World Farmers' Organisation's "Future of Food" Series

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수요일, 12월 20, 2023

The World Farmers' Organisation, representing more than 1.2 billion farmers worldwide, is the driving force behind a compilation of short films on this topic.

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  • The World Farmers' Organisation, representing more than 1.2 billion farmers worldwide, is the driving force behind a compilation of short films on this topic.
  • "As we confront a convergence of challenges, it's essential to recognize the crucial role farmers play in addressing climate change," says Steve Meller, CEO and Co-Founder at CH4 Global.
  • "We are grateful for the opportunity to share CH4 Global's unique and seamless solution for methane mitigation for meat producers.
  • The WFO premiered the documentary during COP28, enabling viewers to gain insights into the critical intersection of farming, climate change, and sustainable solutions.

This Week in Environment News: 9 Stories You Need to See

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금요일, 12월 8, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the environment industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • A roundup of the week's most newsworthy environment industry press releases from PR Newswire, including plans to reduce food waste and make climate-smart choices this holiday season.
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • To help journalists covering the environment industry stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.

Bezos Earth Fund Announces $57 Million for the Future of Food, Supporting Bold Action for Food Systems Transformation as Part of $1 Billion Commitment

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금요일, 12월 1, 2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bezos Earth Fund today called for a greater focus and commitment to transforming our food systems as countries signed a declaration announced at COP28 to better integrate food into their climate goals. The Earth Fund announced $57 million in food-related grants to tackle the dual threats of climate change and biodiversity loss, as part of its $1 billion commitment to tackling the food system's impact on climate and nature. It will allocate the remaining $850 million by 2030 to support ambitious implementation of the emerging global agenda on food systems and climate.

Key Points: 
  • The Earth Fund announced $57 million in food-related grants to tackle the dual threats of climate change and biodiversity loss, as part of its $1 billion commitment to tackling the food system's impact on climate and nature.
  • It will allocate the remaining $850 million by 2030 to support ambitious implementation of the emerging global agenda on food systems and climate.
  • The Earth Fund is supporting efforts to tackle food loss and waste in partnership with the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU), establishing an alliance of countries working to transform food systems.
  • "At COP28, it's time to turn pledges and commitments into action and funding for innovative food solutions and food systems transformation," said Dr. Andy Jarvis, Director of Future of Food at the Bezos Earth Fund.

Bezos Earth Fund Announces $57 Million for the Future of Food, Supporting Bold Action for Food Systems Transformation as Part of $1 Billion Commitment

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금요일, 12월 1, 2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bezos Earth Fund today called for a greater focus and commitment to transforming our food systems as countries signed a declaration announced at COP28 to better integrate food into their climate goals. The Earth Fund announced $57 million in food-related grants to tackle the dual threats of climate change and biodiversity loss, as part of its $1 billion commitment to tackling the food system's impact on climate and nature. It will allocate the remaining $850 million by 2030 to support ambitious implementation of the emerging global agenda on food systems and climate.

Key Points: 
  • The Earth Fund announced $57 million in food-related grants to tackle the dual threats of climate change and biodiversity loss, as part of its $1 billion commitment to tackling the food system's impact on climate and nature.
  • It will allocate the remaining $850 million by 2030 to support ambitious implementation of the emerging global agenda on food systems and climate.
  • The Earth Fund is supporting efforts to tackle food loss and waste in partnership with the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU), establishing an alliance of countries working to transform food systems.
  • "At COP28, it's time to turn pledges and commitments into action and funding for innovative food solutions and food systems transformation," said Dr. Andy Jarvis, Director of Future of Food at the Bezos Earth Fund.

A Recipe for the Future of Food

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목요일, 7월 13, 2023

More than an observational report, the "Future of Food" outlines clear opportunities for businesses to capture a greater share of the future.

Key Points: 
  • More than an observational report, the "Future of Food" outlines clear opportunities for businesses to capture a greater share of the future.
  • This means that food is no longer being assessed as a standalone industry, but as a key ingredient in the push toward a brighter future.
  • What is necessary for a better food future for all is that we build a coalition determined to deliver the abundance we need."
  • Food under review: The search for "good" food is now a search for ethical, sustainable, and inclusive food.