Agribusiness
Unearth the value of soil carbon: Monetizing the riches beneath our feet
Soil carbon sequestration is gaining traction around the world for its monetisation opportunities. Read an overview on carbon’s role in soil health and the emerging carbon in soil market.
Government & multilaterals
How are Multilaterals Spending their Food Security budgets?
Global events in 2022 have resulted in increased food shortages. Our agribusiness consultant reviews where multilateral aid is going as a result.
Agribusiness
Global food trade: How it could work to combat food insecurity
155 million people faced food insecurity in 2020. The last few years have brought disruption to the food trade however it can work really well when regions play to their strengths. Read more about the global food trade.
Agribusiness
Betting on Blue: UAE’s best bet for sustainability & security
The sea that lines the coast of UAE is very important for the economy, the country’s food security and sustainable development. Read the overview by our agribusiness expert.
Sustainability & ESG
Bioeconomy: How Ireland is setting standards in sustainability
Ireland’s strength in agriculture has meant that it is in a position to adopt strong policies in developing a bioeconomy which could potentially lead the way for other nations. Read the article by our agribusiness consultant at Farrelly & Mitchell.
Sustainability & ESG
Reviewing sustainable development goals – are we on track?
In 2015, the UN member states agreed to a set of sustainable development goals. Read the 2023 review on where those goals are now. Read more.
Sustainability & ESG
The ripple effect of Indonesia’s ban on palm oil exports
Indonesia contributes to 60% of the global supply of palm oil, in April 2022 the government banned exports for 3 weeks. Read why this decision was made and what the impact was.
Agtech & foodtech
Governance and farm data – Who owns it and who profits from it?
Big data in agriculture can have a positive impact helping farmers to make more accurate decisions. However, it’s unclear where farm data can be shared and there is some controversy on whether or not conflicts of interest exist. Read the article by our agribusiness expert.
Sustainability & ESG
Food price inflation: 3% inflation in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has experienced a rise in inflation in Q4 of this year. This article examines what the causes are, what controls are in place and what the predictions are for the future. Read the overview by our expert agribusiness consultant.
Sustainability & ESG
Good on paper: How to prevent ESG investment from being a tick-box exercise
Although ESG has become a very popular area of investment in agriculture, it can be difficult for organisations to get right. Read our review of best practices in ESG investment.
Sustainability & ESG
Destroying the Amazon Rainforest during a climate crisis: Why is deforestation increasing?
Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest has hit the highest levels in 6 years. This article by our expert agriculture consultant outlines how this has happened and what needs to be done to change this trend.
Food safety & security
China’s food stockpiling & the rise in food prices
There is a growing trend in food stockpiling happening globally as a result of political unrest, Covid-19 and crop failures. Read how China is moving fast with the highest reserves of corn and wheat.