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Creating Supply Chain Agility Through Data Innovation

Watch the recording for the latest Farm Foundation Forum, Creating Supply Chain Agility Through Data Innovation.
This Forum took place via Zoom on November 17, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. CT.

Data affects every stage of the food and ag value chain. On the heels of the supply and demand challenges of COVID-19, this timely Forum examined the power of data to improve cooperation and agility throughout the agricultural supply chain, from farm gate to food service. Speakers discussed current challenges, such as barriers to efficiency and traceability, and the complexity of capturing and leveraging data across ag production systems. They also highlighted opportunities for the future, outlining a roadmap for suppliers and buyers to work together to create a more nimble and effective supply chain. You may view the slide deck here.

Speakers:

Ed Treacy
Vice President of Supply Chain and Sustainability, Produce Marketing Association

Larkin Martin
CEO, Martin Farm

Ranveer Chandra
Chief Scientist, Microsoft Azure Global; Lead, FarmBeats Project

Rob Trice
Founding Partner, Better Food Ventures; Founder, The Mixing Bowl

Professionals throughout the agricultural supply chain will find this information useful, including farmers and ranchers, packers and processors, distribution and logistics companies, food service providers and technology providers.