#19 Cocoa Value Chains with Yemi Lawal
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this episode, Dr Vijayender Nalla talks to Yemi Lawal about Cocoa Value Chains particularly in the African context. We cover: Yemi's background and current work What attracted Yemi towards the cocoa value chain The global cocoa value chain Nigerian cocoa value chain and the gaps/challenges Opportunities in cocoa value chain Consumer consumption behaviour and high value processing opportunities in the region Effective policy making to maximise value within the cocoa value chain   Technology in cocoa value chain **** We also introduce a couple of new courses being run throughout t ..read more
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#18 Urban Farming with Herbert Kliegerman & Dino Carter
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In  this Podcast, we talk to two prominent names in Urban Farming, Herbert H. Kliegerman, Co-founder and Publisher of iGrow News and Co-Founder of American Association of Urban Farmers, and Dino H. Carter, Brand Specialist with more than 20 years of marketing experience in Israel, England, and the USA. In this conversation, we discuss about the Urban Farming and Container Farming and its future in developing countries like India and Africa. We also put some light on the future of branding for agricultural produce especially those that are premium priced. The Interview is conducted by ..read more
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#17 Blockchain in Food & Agribusiness with Alicia Noel
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this podcast, we talk to Alicia Noel, a leading voice in food supply chain technologies, to explain how blockchain is enabling change in the food and agriculture industry. In this lively conversation, we discuss the promise of blockchain for food and about what makes or breaks its successful implementation. We also discuss many interesting examples of companies, projects and organisations that are already implementing change via blockchain solutions. The interview is conducted by Debora van Zee and Chaitra Bharath from Agribusiness Academy. To read more about Alicia Noel, please visit her w ..read more
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#16 Agribusiness Finance
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this episode, we’re joined by Lorna Grace, an expert in Agribusiness Finance. We haven’t been able to cover this area much so we’re really lucky to have someone like Lorna with such a broad experience to come and talk to us. How is Agribusiness finance different in the western markets vs. the established markets? How does finance contribute to food sustainability?  How is value chain finance going to strengthen small holders farmers inclusiveness in Agriculture value chains? How well do you think the talent working in Financial institutions understand the financing tools needed or ava ..read more
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#15 Regenerative Agriculture with Ethan Soloviev
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this episode we're joined by Ethan Roland Soloviev, an international expert on regenerative agriculture, regenerative business, and permaculture design, with experience in 34 countries. Ethan is Executive Vice President of Research at HowGood.com, and Farmer at HighFallsFarm.com. This is a wide ranging interview on the subject of regenerative agriculture, covering the adoption challenges, frameworks for understanding the principles and Ethan's work at High Falls Farm. The episode is presented by Chaitra Bharath with additional inputs and questions from Debora van Zee.  *** Fi ..read more
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#14 Goldfarm
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this episode, we're joined by Abhilash Thirupathy, a serial entreprenuer and co-founder of Goldfarm with his business partner, Karthic Ravindranath. Goldfarm is based on what is being referred to in India as a 'Farming as a Service' model, with the aim to provide farmers with access to book any farm equipment according to their requirement through a mobile application and a call centre service. We'll take a look at their business model, some of their challenges to date and opportunities for the future. We're also joined by Dr Vijayender Nalla, Co-Founder of Agribusiness ..read more
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#13 Case Study: Brandless
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this podcast we look at the story of Brandless; an innovative challenge to the retail model who promise "Better stuff, fewer dollars". With some interesting concepts that all professionals could learn from, this Brandless case study is designed to present their business model and challenge you to think about how you would solve their business dilemmas. This case study features clips from Co-Founders, Tina Sharkey & Ido Leffler, as well Agribusiness Academy experts, Dr David Hughes and Dr Vijayender Nalla. Our focus is case studies comes from the relaunch of our Digital Learning & Co ..read more
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#12 Case Study: Indigo Agriculture
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by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this podcast we look at the story of Indigo Agriculture; the science behind this $1bn company and a closer look at their business model. This is a new type of content for the podcast so we'd love to hear your feedback. We have a few more episodes like this planned over the coming weeks. Our focus is case studies comes from the relaunch of our Digital Learning & Coaching Program in Food & Agribusiness Management. Find out more at agribusiness.academy. ** Show Notes: Referenced article with data from Food & Environment Reporting Network:  https://www.agriculture.com/news ..read more
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#11: Sustainable Food Systems & Novel Foods
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by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this podcast, we talk to Afton Halloran, PhD., a leading voice in sustainable food systems and expert in novel foods. In this thoroughly interesting conversation, we discuss new foods (also Novel Foods/Future Foods) and the factors surrounding their rising impact in the sector. We're also joined by Dr Tatiana LeGrand, a Lead Coordinator here at Agribusiness Academy. If you have any feedback or anything you'd like to discuss with the show, please email tom@agribusiness.academy. ** About Afton Halloran, PhD. ** Originally from Vancouver Island, Canada, Afton considers herself a global citizen ..read more
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#10 SIM: Supply Chain Information Management
Agribusiness Academy Podcast
by Agribusiness Academy
3y ago
In this episode, we're joined by Leontien Hasselman-Plugge, CEO of SIM, Supply Chain Information Management.   SIM is a pioneer in the field of trusted supply chain data in the fast-moving consumer goods industry. In this podcast, we get to explore the SIM Powerchain, blockchain in supply chains and SIM's impact in traceability, sustainability and other important topics. Leontien has over 16 years of experience in the field of sustainability and impact measurement. Currently her main aim is helping retailers and brands in the FMCG sector to understand their supply chains and use thes ..read more
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