Engineering Sustainable Food Systems
Join us for another inspiring webinar on “Engineering Sustainable Food Systems.”
The global food system is at a tipping point, with complex challenges that demand urgent attention. In recognition of World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, this event will explore the pressing challenges faced by global food systems and how engineering innovations can drive impactful solutions.
In resource scarcity, agricultural production strains limited resources like arable land, freshwater, and nutrients. Erratic weather patterns, rising temperatures, and extreme events threaten crop yields and disrupt food supply chains increasing food insecurity. Over 700 million people face hunger globally, while many communities lack access to affordable and nutritious food. On the other hand, approximately 30% of food produced is lost or wasted, highlighting inefficiencies in storage, transportation, and distribution. Conventional farming practices deplete soils, overuse chemicals, and harm biodiversity, creating long-term risks to food security.
Engineering plays a pivotal role in reimagining our food systems to establish sustainable food systems.
This webinar is ideal for:
Farmers and food related businesses : Farmers, Hotel/restaurant managers, Food retailers, Food caterers in hospitals, schools, offices, events, etc.
Academics: Professionals exploring sustainable applications of their expertise and aspiring engineers, agriculturalists, and environmental scientists.
Policymakers and NGOs: Advocates for sustainable development and global food security.
Industry Leaders: Entrepreneurs in agritech, food logistics, and supply chains.
Sustainability Enthusiasts: Individuals passionate about creating a greener future.
Why Attend?
Gain valuable insights into engineering solutions addressing food system challenges.
Engage with global leaders and innovators driving sustainable development.
Be inspired to contribute to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Agenda
13:00-13:05 Welcome
13:05-13:30 Key note speech – Dr Ifeyinwa Kanu – IntelliDigest
13:30-13:40 Presentation – Applicants for the Global AgriFood TechPreneur Programme 2025
13:40-14:00 Speaker 1 – Bilge Seneroglu – UNIDO
14:00-14:20 Speaker 2 – Azmat Hossain – Extend Robotics
14:20-14:30 Break
14:30-14:50 Speaker 3 – William Flittner – Horsch UK Limited
14:50-15:10 Speaker 4 – Prof. Karl Behrendt – Harper Adams University
15:10-15:30 Speaker 5 – Dr Daniel Evans – Urban Cultivate and Cranfield University
15:30-15:55 Panel Discussion Q&A
15:55-16:00 Closing Remarks
Register Today
Reserve your spot now to be part of the global conversation on engineering a better, more sustainable food future
Facilitators
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Dr Ifeyinwa KanuDirector, IntelliDigest and AFN Network+ Champion on BioeconomyShe holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering with research interest in the use of Artificial Intelligence to optimise Anaerobic Processes.
Dr Kanu loves nature and she is passionate about engineering solutions to address environmental and societal challenges. She is leading IntelliDigest on a mission to empower global food sustainability, eliminate food waste and zero hunger.
Dr Kanu is an Enterprise Fellow of Royal Academy of Engineering and Royal Society of Edinburgh. She is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an Associate Fellow of UK Higher Education.
Dr Kanu is a Champion of the STFC Food Network.
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Professor Karl BehrendtElizabeth Creak Chair in Agri-Tech Economic Modelling, Harper Adams University
Elizabeth Creak Chair in Agri-Tech Economic Modelling
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William FlittnerProduct Marketing Specialist, Horsch UK Limited
Product Marketing Specialist
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Bilge ŞeneroğluProject Associate United Nations, Industrial Development Organization
Project Associate
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Dr Daniel EvansUrban Cultivate and Cranfield University
Urban Cultivate
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Azmat HossainBusiness Development Director , Extend Robotics
Business Development Director
Extend Robotics
