What Makes Cocoa Good? Economic, Ethnographic, and Historic Perspectives

Uncover the complexities of the global cocoa-chocolate industry and the evolving specialty cocoa market. This session promises a compelling exploration of the key factors shaping the market, enriched by real-world examples and thoughtful expert analysis—perfect for industry professionals and curious minds alike.

Monday, 04 November, 2024      11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (EST)

Alexis H. Villacis, The Ohio State University
Carla D. Martin, Harvard University
José López Ganem, Boston University
Tatevik Avetisyan Artoonian, Host – IFAMA Young Board

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Empowering farmers with better access to new information and innovation

Artificial intelligence, analytics, and new technologies can revolutionize agriculture through more sustainable farming practices, reduced emissions, and climate change mitigation. However, farmers face challenges in obtaining reliable information and often lack the training and resources to adopt it.

Thursday, 25 April, 2024      4–5 pm UK Time (GMT+00:00)

Jack Bobo, University of Nottingham
Kellie Adesina, Kraft Heinz
Jayson Lusk, Oklahoma State University 
Moderator – Mateusz Ciasnocha, IFAMA Young Board

Harnessing the revolutionary power of AI across the global food system

Dive deep into the future of farming as experts unravel the mysteries and opportunities of AI in agribusiness. We’ll discuss emerging trends and inclusive strategies for small-scale farmers, regulatory landscapes, and ethical considerations. Learn about the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of agriculture.

Tuesday, 05 March, 2024      4–5 pm UK Time (GMT+00:00)

Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University
Aidan Connolly, AgriTech Capital
Yoav Levsky, VYLA
Moderator – Jessica Souto, IFAMA Young Board

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The emerging role of corporate governance in battling the global climate crisis

Corporate governance is becoming increasingly difficult in an era of unpredictable risk due to climate change. Three global thought leaders discuss how boards and businesses can mitigate climate change while balancing business priorities surrounding food security, economic performance, and consumer demand.

Monday, 05 February, 2024      4–5 pm UK Time (GMT+00:00)

Juan Aguiriano, Kerry
Damien McLoughlin, University College Dublin
Mary Shelman, Shelman Group
Moderator – Jack Keeys, IFAMA Young Board

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Expert Panelists

Meet the panelists for IFAMA's 2024 Food Matters Podcast Series. Click on any photo to see LinkedIn profiles.

The emerging role of corporate governance in battling the global climate crisis

Harnessing the revolutionary power of AI across the global food system

Empowering farmers with better access to new information and innovation