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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 this to sustainable farming within planetary boundaries. He explains that traditional approaches need to be complemented by smart, innovative finance mechanisms that blend public and private funds.

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 benefit from innovations.

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 work in progress on Financing the Transition. Tune in to listen to Mark’s insights on what has inspired him and gives him hope for the future of sustainable agriculture.

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, the project revitalises degraded soils and contributes to rural regeneration.

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 practices to build resilient agricultural systems capable of reducing flood risks while actively fighting desertification.

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.