Tag: food system transformation
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Rewriting the Rules of Innovation: How Zespri Is Powering Climate-Tech with No-Strings Funding
Innovation is essential for addressing the climate crisis, exemplified by Zespri’s Zag Innovation Fund. This fund utilizes venture clienting to support projects aimed at climate resilience without equity demands. By encouraging cross-sector collaborations and implementing regenerative practices, Zespri seeks scalable solutions that prioritize environmental impact over profit in agriculture.
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The Untapped Potential of Tech and Finance in Reducing Food Supply Chain Waste
The global food supply chain faces a critical challenge of inefficiency, leading to massive food waste and environmental impact. Pat McCullough, CEO of ProducePay, discusses on the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast how integrating capital and technology can reduce waste. Implementing technological innovations and providing capital to farmers can increase profitability and decrease environmental impact.