Future of Food Archive

Blog Compilation – Part One

As the world grows to nearly 10 billion people in 2050, demand for food is expected to grow by more than 50 percent. Meanwhile, planetary boundaries are already under pressure, and the food and agriculture sector is a significant contributor. Scaling the current food system is therefore not an option. More effective and responsible production practices are needed.

The protein industry is on the brink of radical transformation. Current protein production is taking a heavy toll on our planet, yet demand for it will only keep growing. An increasing world population, rising affluence, urbanisation and changing eating habits all contribute to the need for systemic change.

Global population is expected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030 and the current food system that is unfit to support that population is forcing global leaders to rethink what the future of global food systems will look like.

Tackling food waste provides an enormous opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of food production. Moreover, food waste reduction has the potential to create business value. There is a surprisingly wide array of practices to reduce or ‘upcycle’ waste. It is key to understand which combination of practices will create the most impact and business value. A host of recent innovations can help bring clarity as well as solutions.