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Welcome to the latest Innovation Forum business brief. This week: some of the most popular content from 2019
Some of 2019's most-downloaded podcast interviews and most-read analysis
Bayer on how to ensure all agricultural land is used wisely
Stephan Brunner, global key relation manager at Bayer Crop Science, speaks about some of the company’s business partnerships that are helping to drive strategy and impact.
Bunge on why future palm oil supply chains should focus on value not just price
Ben Vreeburg, director, sustainability, at Bunge Loders Croklaan, discusses transparency challenges in palm oil supply chains – particularly when moving from the mill to the farm level.
How Nestlé links social and environmental supply chain goals
Anna Turrell, head of sustainability for UK and Ireland at Nestlé, outlines the challenges in tackling modern slavery issues, and why the business’s first step was to align, as far as possible, with the UN guiding principles on business and human rights.
Danone on why agriculture must shift to being regenerative, not just sustainable
Mariano Lozano, CEO of Danone North America, discusses what’s necessary to make the business case for real change in agriculture practices.
The truth about the Amazon fires
Niels Wielaard, co-founder and CEO of Satelligence, explains how satellite data was used to track the Amazon fires over the summer, and analysing the vegetation types that have been burning.
Why local capacity building could solve the Spice Girls’ problem
Everyone agrees that auditing processes are unsatisfactory. A combination of on-the-ground empowerment and a rethink of how auditors are paid could help.
Are there really any alternatives to palm oil?
Palm oil’s association with deforestation has led some brands and retailers to eliminate it from supply chains. But it this viable at scale? And are there unintended impact consequences?
The continuing complexities of what to do about plastic
While there are some innovation alternatives to plastics appearing, there remains a lack of proper analysis of their impact and potential.
Only farmers can change farming
There’s no substitute to working closely with farmers on-the-ground for real and effective transformation in agriculture.
Is sustainability innovation the route to saving capitalism?
Despite the urgency, business still lacks clear focus on how to inspire the innovation that leads to long term sustainability.
2020 spring conference series – dates for your diary
The ethical trade and human rights forum
18th-19th March 2020, London
This two-day business forum will assess how companies can develop and implement robust human rights policies. Join experts from L'Oréal, Mondelēz International, the Body Shop, Total, Ikea, Fifa, ABInbev, ABN Amro and many more. Sign up here!
Sustainable apparel and textiles conference
28th-29th April 2020, Amsterdam
Learn how brands can transform factories, engage consumers, drive circularity and reduce climate impacts across fashion and textile supply chains. Among attendees include: Hugo Boss, C&A, Eileen Fisher, Sustainable Apparel Coalition, PVH Europe, VF Corporation and Lenzing. Click here for full registration details.
The ethical trade and human rights forum
New York, 5th-6th May 2020
This two-day conference will explore the legislative landscape around business and human rights, and identify areas of risk and opportunity. Panellists include Hilton, IBM, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and many more. Click here to register for conference passes.
The Future of Food, USA
Minneapolis, 27th-28th May 2020
This two-day business conference will assess how business can react to consumer trends and expectations, whilst building sustainable, resilient agricultural supply chains. Experts from General Mills, Yum! Brands, Walmart and Sodexo already confirmed. Click here for best-priced confernce passes.
The Future of Food, Europe
London, 2nd-3rd June 2020
This two-day business conference will identify the main areas of opportunity and innovation within the food and beverage industry. Join Unilever, Nestlé, Sime Darby, Ikea, Oxfam and Tiger Brands. Click here to register.
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