IPES-Food 91d ago

Who is shaping innovation in agriculture – and in whose interests? AI tools, data platforms, precision agriculture and gene-edited seeds are increasingly driving the future of farming. Often presented as solutions to complex food system challenges, these technologies are rapidly redefining what counts as “innovation”. But who benefits? Who decides? And what approaches are being overlooked? This webinar marks the launch of IPES-Food’s report: HEAD IN THE CLOUD – Challenging the false promise of digital agriculture and cultivating innovation from the ground up The report examines the rise of corporate-led digital agriculture, highlighting the risks of growing dependency, concentration of power, and top-down technological pathways. It also spotlights farmer-led, agroecological innovations that are already delivering resilience, biodiversity, and stronger rural livelihoods. *** In this webinar, we explore: • The politics shaping today’s agricultural innovation agenda • The implications of digitalisation for farmers and food systems • Real-world examples of farmer-led innovation • Policy options to govern innovation in the public interest *** Speakers: • Lim Li Ching – IPES-Food Co-chair, Third World Network • Pat Mooney – IPES-Food panel member, ETC Group • Yiching Song – IPES-Food panel member & Chinese Academy of Sciences • Nettie Wiebe – Organic farmer & IPES-Food panel member • Israel Navarrete – International Potato Center • Jane Maland Cady – McKnight Foundation *** 🔗 Read the full report: https://ipes-food.org/report/head-in-the-cloud/ 🔗 Learn more about IPES-Food: https://ipes-food.org *** IPES-Food, the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems, is a global think tank and expert group guiding action for sustainable food systems around the world. Our 25 groundbreaking thinkers and practitioners conduct research, provide policy recommendations, and advocate for sustainable, equitable, and healthy food systems worldwide. https://www.ipes-food.org