Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:57:25 +0800 https://5goodquestions.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast yes 55a1821a-581b-5328-b95d-0f38486bff49 Asia's Farm to Fork episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Asia's Farm to Fork https://storage.buzzsprout.com/roanblskw4r7ep2topscsg2nrcgn?.jpg Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast Ep 51 | Genevieve Donnellon-May on Food Security as National Security and Regional Cooperation in Asia Ep 51 | Genevieve Donnellon-May on Food Security as National Security and Regional Cooperation in Asia In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Genevieve Donnellon-May, Associate Fellow at the Institute for Security and Development Policy, about what food security really means—and why it is increasingly viewed as a pillar of national and regional security across Asia.

Genevieve explains the four dimensions of food security and discusses how geopolitical tensions, fertilizer supply disruptions, and maritime trade chokepoints could reshape regional food resilience. She also shares insights on the proposed ASEAN+5 food security framework, including expanding emergency reserves beyond rice, diversifying supply sources, and strengthening climate adaptation cooperation. The conversation highlights the growing role of regional trade, technology, and cross-sector collaboration in addressing Asia’s persistent food security challenges.

Tune in for a timely discussion on the risks and opportunities shaping the future of food security in the region.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Genevieve Donnellon-May, Associate Fellow at the Institute for Security and Development Policy, about what food security really means—and why it is increasingly viewed as a pillar of national and regional security across Asia.

Genevieve explains the four dimensions of food security and discusses how geopolitical tensions, fertilizer supply disruptions, and maritime trade chokepoints could reshape regional food resilience. She also shares insights on the proposed ASEAN+5 food security framework, including expanding emergency reserves beyond rice, diversifying supply sources, and strengthening climate adaptation cooperation. The conversation highlights the growing role of regional trade, technology, and cross-sector collaboration in addressing Asia’s persistent food security challenges.

Tune in for a timely discussion on the risks and opportunities shaping the future of food security in the region.

]]> Duke Hipp | Genevieve Donnellon-May Buzzsprout-18885650 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0800 1205 Food security, Asia food systems, ASEAN, ASEAN+5 framework, Regional cooperation, Agricultural trade, Supply chain resilience, Fertilizer supply, Food inflation, Maritime chokepoints, Strait of Malacca, Climate adaptation, Strategic food reserves, Geopoli 2 21 full false Ep 50 | Jack Bobo on food trends, consumer behaviours and the future of food systems Ep 50 | Jack Bobo on food trends, consumer behaviours and the future of food systems In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Jack Bobo, Executive Director of the UCLA Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies, about how technology, psychology, and communication shape the future of food.

Jack—whose work spans food policy, science communication, and global consumer insights—shares his thoughts on why people are more anxious about their food than ever before, even as it’s never been safer. He discusses how misinformation and polarization have become the greatest threats to solving challenges like food security and climate change, and how better storytelling can help rebuild public trust.

The conversation explores:

  • Why “our food has never been safer—and yet people are more concerned than ever”
  • How global trends, from climate change to shifting demographics, are transforming what and how we eat
  • Why we’re living through a historic shift from “more food” to “better food”
  • How his “Nudge the Planet” initiative helps bridge divides through better science communication
  • The balance between land sharing and land sparing, and how trade-offs define sustainability
  • Why historical context matters when we talk about progress and innovation

Jack also reminds us that optimism has a place in the food conversation: while challenges remain, humanity has made incredible progress—childhood mortality is at its lowest point, hunger rates have fallen dramatically, and innovation has spared over a billion hectares of forest.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Jack Bobo, Executive Director of the UCLA Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies, about how technology, psychology, and communication shape the future of food.

Jack—whose work spans food policy, science communication, and global consumer insights—shares his thoughts on why people are more anxious about their food than ever before, even as it’s never been safer. He discusses how misinformation and polarization have become the greatest threats to solving challenges like food security and climate change, and how better storytelling can help rebuild public trust.

The conversation explores:

  • Why “our food has never been safer—and yet people are more concerned than ever”
  • How global trends, from climate change to shifting demographics, are transforming what and how we eat
  • Why we’re living through a historic shift from “more food” to “better food”
  • How his “Nudge the Planet” initiative helps bridge divides through better science communication
  • The balance between land sharing and land sparing, and how trade-offs define sustainability
  • Why historical context matters when we talk about progress and innovation

Jack also reminds us that optimism has a place in the food conversation: while challenges remain, humanity has made incredible progress—childhood mortality is at its lowest point, hunger rates have fallen dramatically, and innovation has spared over a billion hectares of forest.

]]> Buzzsprout-18109266 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0800 953 Food Systems, Consumer Behaviour, Food Security, Science Communication, Polarization, Misinformation, Sustainability, Agricultural Innovation, Climate Change, Global Food Trends, Better Food Movement, Land Use, AgTech, Jack Bobo, Nudge the Planet, Food Po 2 19 full false Ep 49 | Anastasia Volkova on AI, Climate Resilience & the Future of Agriculture Ep 49 | Anastasia Volkova on AI, Climate Resilience & the Future of Agriculture In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Dr. Anastasia Volkova, CEO and co-founder of Regrow Ag, a global leader in climate and agriculture technology.

Anastasia shares how Regrow evolved from academic research into a platform helping companies and farmers build resilience across their supply chains. She explains why sustainability, profitability, and resilience are inseparable—and why agriculture can only be sustainable if farmers can make a living from it.

The conversation highlights the climate challenges facing Asia’s smallholder farmers, the findings of Regrow’s State of Agricultural Resilience report, and why high concern paired with uneven preparedness is a warning sign for global food systems.

Anastasia also breaks down how AI and machine learning—from satellite-based modeling to Regrow’s new “Plan AI” tool—are transforming agricultural decision-making by turning complex data into actionable insights.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Dr. Anastasia Volkova, CEO and co-founder of Regrow Ag, a global leader in climate and agriculture technology.

Anastasia shares how Regrow evolved from academic research into a platform helping companies and farmers build resilience across their supply chains. She explains why sustainability, profitability, and resilience are inseparable—and why agriculture can only be sustainable if farmers can make a living from it.

The conversation highlights the climate challenges facing Asia’s smallholder farmers, the findings of Regrow’s State of Agricultural Resilience report, and why high concern paired with uneven preparedness is a warning sign for global food systems.

Anastasia also breaks down how AI and machine learning—from satellite-based modeling to Regrow’s new “Plan AI” tool—are transforming agricultural decision-making by turning complex data into actionable insights.

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-18272048 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0800 1409 Agricultural Innovation, AI in Agriculture, Food Security, Climate Resilience, Smallholder Farmers, Regrow Ag, Sustainability, Machine Learning, Satellite Imagery, Supply Chain Resilience, Climate Risk, AgTech, Measurement Reporting Verification, Asia-Pac 2 20 full false Ep 48 | David MacGibbon on Innovation, Regulation, and the Future of New Zealand Agriculture Ep 48 | David MacGibbon on Innovation, Regulation, and the Future of New Zealand Agriculture In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with David MacGibbon, CEO of Sipcam New Zealand and board member of the Animal and Plant Health Association of New Zealand, to discuss the role of innovation, regulation, and investment in shaping the future of agriculture.

David shares insights into New Zealand’s dual role as a small nation and a global food powerhouse — feeding over 400 million people each month — and why innovation and smarter regulatory frameworks are vital to keeping its agri-food sector globally competitive.

The conversation explores:

  • How regulatory backlogs are slowing access to next-generation agricultural products
  • Why innovation “won’t wait for promises” and how New Zealand can regain confidence from global R&D investors
  • The importance of balanced, science-based regulation that protects safety while enabling progress
  • The impact of policy initiatives like “Going for Growth” on the future of New Zealand’s agtech landscape
  • What’s at stake if reform doesn’t happen — and what success could look like

With candid reflections and a forward-looking perspective, David outlines how decisive action, innovation, and proportionate regulation can help New Zealand remain a world leader in agricultural productivity and sustainability.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with David MacGibbon, CEO of Sipcam New Zealand and board member of the Animal and Plant Health Association of New Zealand, to discuss the role of innovation, regulation, and investment in shaping the future of agriculture.

David shares insights into New Zealand’s dual role as a small nation and a global food powerhouse — feeding over 400 million people each month — and why innovation and smarter regulatory frameworks are vital to keeping its agri-food sector globally competitive.

The conversation explores:

  • How regulatory backlogs are slowing access to next-generation agricultural products
  • Why innovation “won’t wait for promises” and how New Zealand can regain confidence from global R&D investors
  • The importance of balanced, science-based regulation that protects safety while enabling progress
  • The impact of policy initiatives like “Going for Growth” on the future of New Zealand’s agtech landscape
  • What’s at stake if reform doesn’t happen — and what success could look like

With candid reflections and a forward-looking perspective, David outlines how decisive action, innovation, and proportionate regulation can help New Zealand remain a world leader in agricultural productivity and sustainability.

]]> Buzzsprout-18109089 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0800 1130 2 18 full false Ep 47 | Dr. Steven Webb on Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of Food Security Ep 47 | Dr. Steven Webb on Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of Food Security In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Dr. Steven Webb, Executive Director and CEO of the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS), about what it truly means to achieve food security in a changing world.

They explore:

  • Why “food security is national security”
  • The need for localized, systems-based solutions instead of one-size-fits-all approaches
  • How innovation, regulatory reform, and technology adoption can unlock sustainable productivity
  • Lessons from Canada’s success in reducing carbon footprints through agricultural innovation
  • The crucial role of global trade, collaboration, and farmer empowerment in tackling hunger

Dr. Webb shares why the solutions to food security are “in front of us, not behind us,” and how science, policy, and partnerships must come together to feed a growing world responsibly.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we speak with Dr. Steven Webb, Executive Director and CEO of the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS), about what it truly means to achieve food security in a changing world.

They explore:

  • Why “food security is national security”
  • The need for localized, systems-based solutions instead of one-size-fits-all approaches
  • How innovation, regulatory reform, and technology adoption can unlock sustainable productivity
  • Lessons from Canada’s success in reducing carbon footprints through agricultural innovation
  • The crucial role of global trade, collaboration, and farmer empowerment in tackling hunger

Dr. Webb shares why the solutions to food security are “in front of us, not behind us,” and how science, policy, and partnerships must come together to feed a growing world responsibly.

]]> Buzzsprout-18071649 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0800 1517 Food Security, Sustainable Agriculture, Innovation in Agriculture, Climate Change, Food, Global Institute for Food Security, Agricultural Innovation, Sustainability, Food Systems, Climate Adaptation, Regulatory Frameworks, AgTech, Carbon Footprint 2 17 full false Ep 46 | Jade Dyson on Food Security, Fair Trade & Inclusion in Agriculture Ep 46 | Jade Dyson on Food Security, Fair Trade & Inclusion in Agriculture Jade Dyson, Director at Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA), joins us to unpack the role of fair trade, regulatory alignment, and inclusive policymaking in strengthening food security across Asia. From market access and sustainability to gender equity in agriculture, Jade brings a wide-lens view of the systems shaping our region’s food future.


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]]> Jade Dyson, Director at Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA), joins us to unpack the role of fair trade, regulatory alignment, and inclusive policymaking in strengthening food security across Asia. From market access and sustainability to gender equity in agriculture, Jade brings a wide-lens view of the systems shaping our region’s food future.


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]]> Duke Hipp | Jade Dyson Buzzsprout-17602913 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0800 935 food security, agriculture, trade, markets, innovation, agtech, public-private, sustainability, farm to fork, global trade, women, women in ag, climate change, climate resilience, asia, asia pacific, 2 16 full false Ep 45 | Malu Nachreiner on food security and the importance of collaboration Ep 45 | Malu Nachreiner on food security and the importance of collaboration In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with Malu Nachreiner,Head of Asia of the Crop Science Division at Bayer, to discuss food security in Asia. Malu shares her insights into the growing challenges of food security in the region and highlights the critical role of collaboration among governments, businesses, and communities. 

Learn about the innovative solutions and partnerships that are shaping the future of food systems, and why it’s essential to work together to ensure sustainable access to nutritious food for all.

Listen now and subscribe for more industry insights!

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with Malu Nachreiner,Head of Asia of the Crop Science Division at Bayer, to discuss food security in Asia. Malu shares her insights into the growing challenges of food security in the region and highlights the critical role of collaboration among governments, businesses, and communities. 

Learn about the innovative solutions and partnerships that are shaping the future of food systems, and why it’s essential to work together to ensure sustainable access to nutritious food for all.

Listen now and subscribe for more industry insights!

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-16920351 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0800 1324 2 15 full true Ep 44 | Paul Luxton on Sustainability, Technology & Partnerships Ep 44 | Paul Luxton on Sustainability, Technology & Partnerships In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with Paul Luxton, Head of Asia at Syngenta, to discuss the future of rice farming in Asia. As climate change, labor shortages, and economic pressures challenge food security, Paul shares insights into how innovation, sustainability, and strategic partnerships are driving solutions. From digital tools empowering smallholder farmers to groundbreaking collaborations boosting crop yields, this conversation highlights the path forward for a more resilient agricultural sector.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of technology, sustainability, and food security.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more industry insights!

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions, we sit down with Paul Luxton, Head of Asia at Syngenta, to discuss the future of rice farming in Asia. As climate change, labor shortages, and economic pressures challenge food security, Paul shares insights into how innovation, sustainability, and strategic partnerships are driving solutions. From digital tools empowering smallholder farmers to groundbreaking collaborations boosting crop yields, this conversation highlights the path forward for a more resilient agricultural sector.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of technology, sustainability, and food security.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more industry insights!

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-16799281 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0800 1538 food security, agriculture, agronomics, food security, innovation, smallholder, farmers, technology 2 14 full true Ep 43 | Michael Keller on the Importance of Seed Ep 43 | Michael Keller on the Importance of Seed In this episode, Michael Keller, Secretary General of the International Seed Federation, explores the pivotal role that seeds play in global agriculture. He delves into the critical importance of high-quality seeds and the cutting-edge technologies poised to address the challenges faced by smallholder farmers. Keller also emphasizes the value of robust public-private partnerships, underscoring the need for effective regulatory frameworks that ensure farmers have access to the resources and support necessary to thrive.

]]> In this episode, Michael Keller, Secretary General of the International Seed Federation, explores the pivotal role that seeds play in global agriculture. He delves into the critical importance of high-quality seeds and the cutting-edge technologies poised to address the challenges faced by smallholder farmers. Keller also emphasizes the value of robust public-private partnerships, underscoring the need for effective regulatory frameworks that ensure farmers have access to the resources and support necessary to thrive.

]]> Duke Hipp, Michael Keller Buzzsprout-16481909 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0800 1635 seed, agriculture, innovation, sustainability, smallholder, farmers, asean, asia, food, food security 2 13 full true Ep 42 | Sasireka Rajendran on Minor Use Crops and its Challenges Ep 42 | Sasireka Rajendran on Minor Use Crops and its Challenges In this episode, Sasireka Rajendran, Asia Regional Manager at the Minor Use Foundation, explores the world of minor use crops—specialty crops that often face unique challenges in agriculture. She delves into the struggles that small-scale and specialty crop growers encounter, the regulatory hurdles they must navigate, and the policy solutions that can help support these vital crops. With a focus on sustainability, Sasireka discusses how targeted frameworks can empower farmers to produce nutritious food, benefiting global food security in the process.

]]> In this episode, Sasireka Rajendran, Asia Regional Manager at the Minor Use Foundation, explores the world of minor use crops—specialty crops that often face unique challenges in agriculture. She delves into the struggles that small-scale and specialty crop growers encounter, the regulatory hurdles they must navigate, and the policy solutions that can help support these vital crops. With a focus on sustainability, Sasireka discusses how targeted frameworks can empower farmers to produce nutritious food, benefiting global food security in the process.

]]> Duke Hipp | Sasireka Rajendran Buzzsprout-16090200 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0800 864 2 12 full true Ep 41 | Francine Sayoc on the Importance of Seed and Partnerships Ep 41 | Francine Sayoc on the Importance of Seed and Partnerships In this new episode, we go to the beginning of the food system to talk seeds with Francine Sayoc, Executive Director of The Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). The seed is the start of life, and Francine highlights the importance of educating farmers on the legalities of seeds and the tools that would help farmers with their livelihood. Also, learn about how public-private partnerships are essential in agriculture, both to the farmer, and the food supply chain in this episode.

]]> In this new episode, we go to the beginning of the food system to talk seeds with Francine Sayoc, Executive Director of The Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). The seed is the start of life, and Francine highlights the importance of educating farmers on the legalities of seeds and the tools that would help farmers with their livelihood. Also, learn about how public-private partnerships are essential in agriculture, both to the farmer, and the food supply chain in this episode.

]]> Duke Hipp/Francine Sayoc Buzzsprout-15508276 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0800 748 2 11 full false Ep 40 | Erika Balzarelli on Smallholder Farmers and Sustainability Ep 40 | Erika Balzarelli on Smallholder Farmers and Sustainability In this episode, we speak to Erika Balzerelli, founder of The Sustainable Smallholder. Erika highlight the trends and patterns in the challenges that smallholder farmers face, as well as the roles that cultures and traditions can play in the ways of engaging effectively with them. Learn about the importance of engaging smallholder farmers, and how existing technologies paired with an effective system of providing education and accessibility can help improve the livelihood of smallholder farmers, while being sustainable.

]]> In this episode, we speak to Erika Balzerelli, founder of The Sustainable Smallholder. Erika highlight the trends and patterns in the challenges that smallholder farmers face, as well as the roles that cultures and traditions can play in the ways of engaging effectively with them. Learn about the importance of engaging smallholder farmers, and how existing technologies paired with an effective system of providing education and accessibility can help improve the livelihood of smallholder farmers, while being sustainable.

]]> Duke Hipp/Erika Balzarelli Buzzsprout-15443536 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +0800 1537 smallholders, farmers, food, sustainability, farming, agriculture 2 10 full false Ep 39 | Khalil Hegarty on the ASEAN Food Systems Sustainability Report Ep 39 | Khalil Hegarty on the ASEAN Food Systems Sustainability Report In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Khalil Manaf Hegarty, Director of Oxley Hegarty and author of the ASEAN Food Systems Sustainability report to get a different perspective as a trade expert on the landscape of the food systems. In the interview, he speaks about the diversity of food systems, culture and regions, making the idea of "one-size-fits-all" a faulty concept. He also provides context about the EU Green Deal for the food and agriculture industry.

]]> In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Khalil Manaf Hegarty, Director of Oxley Hegarty and author of the ASEAN Food Systems Sustainability report to get a different perspective as a trade expert on the landscape of the food systems. In the interview, he speaks about the diversity of food systems, culture and regions, making the idea of "one-size-fits-all" a faulty concept. He also provides context about the EU Green Deal for the food and agriculture industry.

]]> Duke Hipp/Khalil Manaf Hegarty Buzzsprout-15206091 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0800 1278 food industry, trade, food systems, agriculture, smallholder, farmers, policy, sustainability, food, regulations, European Union, EU Green Deal, Midori 2 9 full false Ep 38 | Prajwal Shahi on Smallholder Farmers and the Importance of Partnerships and Innovative Solutions Ep 38 | Prajwal Shahi on Smallholder Farmers and the Importance of Partnerships and Innovative Solutions In the newest episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Prajwal Shahi, Portfolio Advisor – Agriculture, PRISMA, about important innovations that help elevate the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. Here, Prajwal highlights the importance of public-private partnerships in pushing agendas forward to alleviate climate change, and also in ensuring a better life for the smallholder farmers.

]]> In the newest episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Prajwal Shahi, Portfolio Advisor – Agriculture, PRISMA, about important innovations that help elevate the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. Here, Prajwal highlights the importance of public-private partnerships in pushing agendas forward to alleviate climate change, and also in ensuring a better life for the smallholder farmers.

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-15136133 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0800 1263 2 8 full false Ep 37 | Emily Rees on Agricultural Innovation and Sustainable Food Systems Ep 37 | Emily Rees on Agricultural Innovation and Sustainable Food Systems Another exciting episode with Emily Rees, President and CEO of CropLife International, who speaks to us about agricultural innovation and sustainable food systems, and the linkages to food security and climate change. During the interview, Emily also touches on gender disparity in agriculture, highlighting the importance of bridging the gap to education as one of the key factors to narrow the disparity.


]]> Another exciting episode with Emily Rees, President and CEO of CropLife International, who speaks to us about agricultural innovation and sustainable food systems, and the linkages to food security and climate change. During the interview, Emily also touches on gender disparity in agriculture, highlighting the importance of bridging the gap to education as one of the key factors to narrow the disparity.


]]> Duke Hipp/Emily Rees Buzzsprout-14798874 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0800 1092 food, agriculture, technology, climate change, sustainability, smallholder, farmers, women, innovation, food security, food systems 2 7 full false Ep 36 | Adriel Dave “AD” Alvarez on the Farmers' Perspective Ep 36 | Adriel Dave “AD” Alvarez on the Farmers' Perspective Join us for a new episode for the year where we speak to our first farmer on the show, Adriel Dave “AD” Alvarez, who is a farmer and a member of the Global Farmer Network. AD's past experiences in microfinancing provides a deeper understanding and insight to the farmers' perspectives on the ground, highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing farmers in Asia, particularly smallholders. AD also emphasizes the need for better information sharing, technology access, and collaboration between farmers, policymakers, and the public to address issues like climate change and ensure a sustainable future for agriculture.

This episode is packed with insights, challenges, and hope for the future of agriculture in Asia. Tune in and get inspired.

]]> Join us for a new episode for the year where we speak to our first farmer on the show, Adriel Dave “AD” Alvarez, who is a farmer and a member of the Global Farmer Network. AD's past experiences in microfinancing provides a deeper understanding and insight to the farmers' perspectives on the ground, highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing farmers in Asia, particularly smallholders. AD also emphasizes the need for better information sharing, technology access, and collaboration between farmers, policymakers, and the public to address issues like climate change and ensure a sustainable future for agriculture.

This episode is packed with insights, challenges, and hope for the future of agriculture in Asia. Tune in and get inspired.

]]> Duke Hipp | Adriel Dave “AD” Alvarez Buzzsprout-14520024 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0800 1123 agriculture, Asia, farmer, climate change, technology, food, sustainability, Philippines 2 6 full false Ep 35 | Rahoul Sawani on the Importance of Revitalising the Agriculture Industry Ep 35 | Rahoul Sawani on the Importance of Revitalising the Agriculture Industry In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, we speak to Rahoul Sawani, President, Asia Pacific, Corteva Agriscience, on the importance of agriculture technologies in improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and alleviating issues like climate change and how soil health can contribute to that. Rahoul also shares with us initiatives that Corteva Agriscience have spearheaded that targets the issues within food and agriculture, and highlighted the importance of revitalising the agricultural sector with youths and the part that technology would have to play in that. Listen for more.

]]> In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, we speak to Rahoul Sawani, President, Asia Pacific, Corteva Agriscience, on the importance of agriculture technologies in improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and alleviating issues like climate change and how soil health can contribute to that. Rahoul also shares with us initiatives that Corteva Agriscience have spearheaded that targets the issues within food and agriculture, and highlighted the importance of revitalising the agricultural sector with youths and the part that technology would have to play in that. Listen for more.

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-13915901 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0800 1585 2 5 full false Ep 34 | Pramod Thota on Food Safety and Agtech Ep 34 | Pramod Thota on Food Safety and Agtech In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, we speak to Pramod Thota, President, Asia Pacific, and Vice President of FMC Corporation, on counterfeits, sustainability and the importance of agriculture technologies in improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and alleviating issues like climate change. Pramod shares with us initiatives that FMC have spearheaded that targets the issues within food and agriculture. Listen to find out more.

]]> In another episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, we speak to Pramod Thota, President, Asia Pacific, and Vice President of FMC Corporation, on counterfeits, sustainability and the importance of agriculture technologies in improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and alleviating issues like climate change. Pramod shares with us initiatives that FMC have spearheaded that targets the issues within food and agriculture. Listen to find out more.

]]> Duke Hipp/Pramod Thota Buzzsprout-13637508 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +0800 1090 food safety, food, food security, agriculture, agtech, innovation, smallholder, farmers, farming, climate change, pesticide, precision farming, drones, technology, agtech 2 4 full false Ep 33 | Simone Barg on the industry's roles in agri-sustainability Ep 33 | Simone Barg on the industry's roles in agri-sustainability In Episode 3 of the second season, we talk to Simone Barg, Senior Vice President, Agricultural Solutions of Asia Pacific, BASF, and hear her thoughts on important issues like food security, climate change, and the unique position that Asia is in as one of the biggest region of smallholder farmers. Listen to the end to hear Simone's favourite food, which is a combination of Asia's staple and exotic fruits - definitely a crowd favourite.

]]> In Episode 3 of the second season, we talk to Simone Barg, Senior Vice President, Agricultural Solutions of Asia Pacific, BASF, and hear her thoughts on important issues like food security, climate change, and the unique position that Asia is in as one of the biggest region of smallholder farmers. Listen to the end to hear Simone's favourite food, which is a combination of Asia's staple and exotic fruits - definitely a crowd favourite.

]]> Duke Hipp/Simone Barg Buzzsprout-13576762 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +0800 1236 food security, sustainability, climate change 2 3 full false Ep 32 | Dr. Neoh on Food Security and the Agricultural Sector Ep 32 | Dr. Neoh on Food Security and the Agricultural Sector In another new episode of the second season, we speak to Dr. Neoh Soon-Bin, Managing Director, Soon Soon Group, about food security, price inflations and learn about the benefits of governmental partnerships in the agricultural sector. Dr. Neoh brings an insightful perspective from the food and feed ingredients industry in Malaysia, and listen to the end for a quick introduction to the making of the Peranakan dish - Assam Laksa.

]]> In another new episode of the second season, we speak to Dr. Neoh Soon-Bin, Managing Director, Soon Soon Group, about food security, price inflations and learn about the benefits of governmental partnerships in the agricultural sector. Dr. Neoh brings an insightful perspective from the food and feed ingredients industry in Malaysia, and listen to the end for a quick introduction to the making of the Peranakan dish - Assam Laksa.

]]> Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-12827953 Fri, 19 May 2023 06:00:00 +0800 1235 2 2 full false Ep 31 | Prof. Catelo on Smallholder Farmers and Empowering the Agricultural Sector Ep 31 | Prof. Catelo on Smallholder Farmers and Empowering the Agricultural Sector To kickstart the second season of our podcast Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Professor Salvador Catelo from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), about rising food prices and learn valuable insights about how current affairs like COVID19 and conflicts affects inflation, and what he expects the trend to be like in the near future. Professor Catelo also highlights the ways to enable and empower farmers on the ground and improve the food value chain. We end the podcast with a new question of the season which is “What is your favourite food?” Tune in to hear more.

]]> To kickstart the second season of our podcast Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we speak to Professor Salvador Catelo from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), about rising food prices and learn valuable insights about how current affairs like COVID19 and conflicts affects inflation, and what he expects the trend to be like in the near future. Professor Catelo also highlights the ways to enable and empower farmers on the ground and improve the food value chain. We end the podcast with a new question of the season which is “What is your favourite food?” Tune in to hear more.

]]> Duke Hipp/Prof. Salvador Catelo Buzzsprout-12515406 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0800 1523 food, food security, smallholder, smallholder farmers, farmers, cooperation, value chain, food value chain, technology, digitalisation 2 1 full false Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 3 Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 3 Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-11935323 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0800 1393 1 30 full false Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 2 Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 2 Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-11935235 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0800 1349 1 29 full false Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 1 Season Finale | Year end Round Up Episode: Part 1 Duke Hipp Buzzsprout-11931506 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 23:00:00 +0800 1310 1 28 full false Ep 27 | Prof. Siti on Addressing Food Security and Digitalisation Ep 27 | Prof. Siti on Addressing Food Security and Digitalisation Duke Hipp/Dr. Siti Abdul Malek Buzzsprout-11706622 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0800 1314 1 27 full false Ep 26 | Hon Mun Yip on Food Technology and Cooperation for Food Security Ep 26 | Hon Mun Yip on Food Technology and Cooperation for Food Security Here’s a fresh episode of our podcast where Hon Mun Yip, Leader and Private Investor in Alternative Proteins gives us valuable insights on food technology and how it could guide the world towards self-sufficiency in the age of the pandemic, conflicts and climate change. Hon Mun highlights the importance of global and regional cooperation to bring the food agenda forward, and expresses his high hopes that the future would see greater acceptance of alternative food sources.

]]> Here’s a fresh episode of our podcast where Hon Mun Yip, Leader and Private Investor in Alternative Proteins gives us valuable insights on food technology and how it could guide the world towards self-sufficiency in the age of the pandemic, conflicts and climate change. Hon Mun highlights the importance of global and regional cooperation to bring the food agenda forward, and expresses his high hopes that the future would see greater acceptance of alternative food sources.

]]> Duke Hipp/Hon Mun Yip Buzzsprout-11483599 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0800 1542 food security, technology, food technology, cell-based, food, farmers, investment, agri investment 1 26 full false Ep 25 | Fitrian Ardiansyah on Climate Change and Sustainability of Food Systems Ep 25 | Fitrian Ardiansyah on Climate Change and Sustainability of Food Systems In a fresh episode of the podcast, we speak to Fitrian Ardiansyah, Global Envoy for Nature-based Solutions and Country Director for Indonesia and Malaysia IDH-The Sustainable Trade Initiative, on sustainability in food systems. He highlights gaps in the systems that could be filled through increased partnerships between organizations and entities because this huge undertaking cannot be addressed by any one single entity. He also introduces many practical solutions in how to bridge these gaps so that smallholder farmers may receive the required support to increase yield output and their economic growth and livelihood, while at the same time moving towards a more sustainable way of farming.

]]> In a fresh episode of the podcast, we speak to Fitrian Ardiansyah, Global Envoy for Nature-based Solutions and Country Director for Indonesia and Malaysia IDH-The Sustainable Trade Initiative, on sustainability in food systems. He highlights gaps in the systems that could be filled through increased partnerships between organizations and entities because this huge undertaking cannot be addressed by any one single entity. He also introduces many practical solutions in how to bridge these gaps so that smallholder farmers may receive the required support to increase yield output and their economic growth and livelihood, while at the same time moving towards a more sustainable way of farming.

]]> Duke Hipp/Fitrian Ardiansyah Buzzsprout-11442489 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0800 1491 food security, food systems, food, farmers, smallholder farmers, southeast asia, asia, sustainability, climate change 1 25 full false Ep 24 | John Cheng on Food Innovation and Private-Public Partnerships Ep 24 | John Cheng on Food Innovation and Private-Public Partnerships In this 24th episode, we have John Cheng, Founder and Managing Director, Innovate 360 speaking to us about the importance of alternative food sources in alleviating food insecurity. He highlights some of the important initiatives that Innovate 360 has done in collaboration with both public and private sectors to push new technologies forward and how these partnerships are essential for the food security agenda. 

]]> In this 24th episode, we have John Cheng, Founder and Managing Director, Innovate 360 speaking to us about the importance of alternative food sources in alleviating food insecurity. He highlights some of the important initiatives that Innovate 360 has done in collaboration with both public and private sectors to push new technologies forward and how these partnerships are essential for the food security agenda. 

]]> Duke Hipp/John Cheng Buzzsprout-11146482 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 03:00:00 +0800 1029 food security, futurist, farmers, partnerships, technology, agtech, agri-food system, cell-based food, plant-based food 1 24 full false Ep 23 | Rob Hulme on Food Systems and the Future of Sustainable Farming Ep 23 | Rob Hulme on Food Systems and the Future of Sustainable Farming For our 23rd episode, we speak to Rob Hulme, CEO & Group Director, The Boralis Group about food systems and technology transfers that are vital in helping smallholder farmers move towards sustainable farming. During the podcast, Rob also spoke about how along with agri-tech, systems and processes set up to help farmers gain accessibility to these technologies are just as important in the food value chain.

]]> For our 23rd episode, we speak to Rob Hulme, CEO & Group Director, The Boralis Group about food systems and technology transfers that are vital in helping smallholder farmers move towards sustainable farming. During the podcast, Rob also spoke about how along with agri-tech, systems and processes set up to help farmers gain accessibility to these technologies are just as important in the food value chain.

]]> Duke Hipp / Rob Hulme Buzzsprout-10796550 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0800 1839 agritech, agtech, technology, agriculture, farmers, smallholder farmers, partnerships, food security, food systems 1 23 full false Ep 22 | Sonny Tababa on plant science innovations, gene editing, and food safety Ep 22 | Sonny Tababa on plant science innovations, gene editing, and food safety In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, Sonny Tababa, Director, Biotechnology Affairs, CropLife Asia, talks to us about food safety and how gene editing technologies and plant science innovations, together with regulatory processes could help propel the food system forward, not just for food security but also for the health of all humankind. Sonny highlights the long process for biotech products to be commercialized, and shared success stories across Southeast Asia, like Golden Rice in the Philippines that will bring hope to both farmers and consumers alike.

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, Sonny Tababa, Director, Biotechnology Affairs, CropLife Asia, talks to us about food safety and how gene editing technologies and plant science innovations, together with regulatory processes could help propel the food system forward, not just for food security but also for the health of all humankind. Sonny highlights the long process for biotech products to be commercialized, and shared success stories across Southeast Asia, like Golden Rice in the Philippines that will bring hope to both farmers and consumers alike.

]]> Duke Hipp/Sonny Tababa Buzzsprout-10757411 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0800 1419 food safety, biotechnology, GMO, gene-editing, gene editing, genetically modified organisms, farming, farmers, agriculture, climate change, food security, regulatory systems 1 22 full false Ep 21 | Luke Tay on the future outlook of technology in agriculture and food systems Ep 21 | Luke Tay on the future outlook of technology in agriculture and food systems In the 21st episode of the podcast, we speak to Luke Tay, futurist, strategist, and founder of Cornucopia FutureScapes, and a Singapore Futures Fellow at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy’s Executive Education Programme, on the future outlook of technology and food systems. Luke highlights the importance of redefining the way we approach technology in agriculture especially in the current climate – to think spatially and weigh the case and opportunities for shifting more production closer to demand, and to work on the demand side to ease and enable the adoption of new foods and tech. He also provided insights on how we as stakeholders should approach the agri-food system to enable collaboration at all levels.

]]> In the 21st episode of the podcast, we speak to Luke Tay, futurist, strategist, and founder of Cornucopia FutureScapes, and a Singapore Futures Fellow at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy’s Executive Education Programme, on the future outlook of technology and food systems. Luke highlights the importance of redefining the way we approach technology in agriculture especially in the current climate – to think spatially and weigh the case and opportunities for shifting more production closer to demand, and to work on the demand side to ease and enable the adoption of new foods and tech. He also provided insights on how we as stakeholders should approach the agri-food system to enable collaboration at all levels.

]]> Duke Hipp/Luke Tay Buzzsprout-10631204 Tue, 24 May 2022 05:00:00 +0800 2097 food security, futurist, farmers, partnerships, technology, agtech, agri-food system 1 21 full false Ep 20 | Dada Bacudo for Earth Day on government and private sector partnerships to tackle climate change Ep 20 | Dada Bacudo for Earth Day on government and private sector partnerships to tackle climate change In our 20th episode of the podcast, we celebrate Earth Day 2022 together with Imelda (Dada) Bacudo, Co-Chair with the Global Alliance for Climate Smart Agriculture, Senior Consultant and Expert on Climate Smart Agriculture, Land Use Policy and Climate Finance, and Convener with the ASEAN Climate Resilience Network. In this podcast, Dada discusses the importance of government and private sector cooperation in order for technological transfers and essential advancements that will help farmers, and at the same time address climate change issues. She highlights the role of governments as negotiators of climate change policies, and also the advantages of partnerships in tackling climate change.

]]> In our 20th episode of the podcast, we celebrate Earth Day 2022 together with Imelda (Dada) Bacudo, Co-Chair with the Global Alliance for Climate Smart Agriculture, Senior Consultant and Expert on Climate Smart Agriculture, Land Use Policy and Climate Finance, and Convener with the ASEAN Climate Resilience Network. In this podcast, Dada discusses the importance of government and private sector cooperation in order for technological transfers and essential advancements that will help farmers, and at the same time address climate change issues. She highlights the role of governments as negotiators of climate change policies, and also the advantages of partnerships in tackling climate change.

]]> Duke Hipp / Dada Bacudo Buzzsprout-10443628 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0800 1318 farmers, farming, agriculture, government, policies, COP26, climate change, partnerships, private sector, government sector 1 20 full false Ep 19 | Mei Ing Cheok from Save the Children on Child Labour in agriculture Ep 19 | Mei Ing Cheok from Save the Children on Child Labour in agriculture In the 19th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Mei Ing Cheok, Food & Agriculture, Corporate Partnerships (Asia), Save the Children, to discuss the work that Save the Children is doing and how child labour in agriculture is a pertinent issue to be resolved especially in the Southeast Asia region. Mei Ing highlights some sobering statistics on what children are experiencing on a daily basis, including the factors that might exacerbate the ongoing situation. Mei Ing also talks about the initiatives that Save the Children has been working on, and working with partners on various levels because this is "too big of an issue for any one organization to tackle alone." 

]]> In the 19th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Mei Ing Cheok, Food & Agriculture, Corporate Partnerships (Asia), Save the Children, to discuss the work that Save the Children is doing and how child labour in agriculture is a pertinent issue to be resolved especially in the Southeast Asia region. Mei Ing highlights some sobering statistics on what children are experiencing on a daily basis, including the factors that might exacerbate the ongoing situation. Mei Ing also talks about the initiatives that Save the Children has been working on, and working with partners on various levels because this is "too big of an issue for any one organization to tackle alone." 

]]> Duke Hipp/Mei Ing Cheok Buzzsprout-10328897 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0800 1213 child labour, agriculture, society, children, partnerships, climate change, social issues 1 19 full false Episode 18 | On the importance of partnerships for the Food Value Chain with Timothy Loh of USSEC Episode 18 | On the importance of partnerships for the Food Value Chain with Timothy Loh of USSEC In the 18th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Timothy Loh, Regional Director (Southeast Asia), U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), to discuss the work that USSEC is doing and how innovation and technology are pertinent to improve the livelihood and productivity of the global food system. He provides a spotlight on the world's agricultural system from a U.S perspective, which provides valuable insights to the industry in the Asia-Pacific region as well. He also highlights the importance of partnerships within the industry that will push the industry towards achieving the UN SDGs, and towards a sustainable global food system for the future.

]]> In the 18th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Timothy Loh, Regional Director (Southeast Asia), U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), to discuss the work that USSEC is doing and how innovation and technology are pertinent to improve the livelihood and productivity of the global food system. He provides a spotlight on the world's agricultural system from a U.S perspective, which provides valuable insights to the industry in the Asia-Pacific region as well. He also highlights the importance of partnerships within the industry that will push the industry towards achieving the UN SDGs, and towards a sustainable global food system for the future.

]]> Duke Hipp/Timothy Loh Buzzsprout-10186750 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0800 1532 food security, food value chain, agriculture, food, farmers, soybean, us agriculture, partnerships 1 18 full false Episode 17 | International Women's Day with Elizabeth Hernandez Episode 17 | International Women's Day with Elizabeth Hernandez For this special episode celebrating International Women's Day, we have Elizabeth Hernandez, Head of External Affairs and Sustainability, Asia Pacific, Corteva Agriscience speak to us about the women in agriculture, highlighting some of the challenges they face as smallholder farmers. Elizabeth also discussed how Corteva Agriscience seeks to close the gender inequality gap with some of their initiatives, as well as the importance of partnerships in the field, to allow for innovation and technology to reach the farmers that need them the most. 

]]> For this special episode celebrating International Women's Day, we have Elizabeth Hernandez, Head of External Affairs and Sustainability, Asia Pacific, Corteva Agriscience speak to us about the women in agriculture, highlighting some of the challenges they face as smallholder farmers. Elizabeth also discussed how Corteva Agriscience seeks to close the gender inequality gap with some of their initiatives, as well as the importance of partnerships in the field, to allow for innovation and technology to reach the farmers that need them the most. 

]]> Duke Hipp/Elizabeth Hernandez Buzzsprout-10201445 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0800 1135 food security, food value chain, agriculture, food, farmers, seeds, women, international womens day, break the bias 1 17 full false Episode 16 | Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 16 | Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast For this special episode celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Dr Rhodora Romero-Aldemita, Executive Director, ISAAA, provides essential advice to young women exploring a career in science along with her views on the adoption of modern agriculture. Dr Rhodora also discussed how the different forms of agricultural technology can help to improve the lives of farmers and the food supply chain, particularly in Asia. Listen in to hear her hopes and dreams of a world where policymakers would see the importance of ensuring farmers get access to modern technology, and also the adoption of it to ensure a better world that is food secure.

]]> For this special episode celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Dr Rhodora Romero-Aldemita, Executive Director, ISAAA, provides essential advice to young women exploring a career in science along with her views on the adoption of modern agriculture. Dr Rhodora also discussed how the different forms of agricultural technology can help to improve the lives of farmers and the food supply chain, particularly in Asia. Listen in to hear her hopes and dreams of a world where policymakers would see the importance of ensuring farmers get access to modern technology, and also the adoption of it to ensure a better world that is food secure.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr Rhodora Romero-Aldemita Buzzsprout-10042156 Wed, 09 Feb 2022 21:00:00 +0800 1159 farmers, food security, agriculture, food, philippines, science, modern agriculture, girls in science, women in science 1 16 full false Episode 15 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 15 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Released in time for Lunar New Year, learn more about farmers and how they put food on our table with our guest for the 15th episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, Dr. May Chodchoey, Executive Director, The Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). In this episode, Dr. May shares her thoughts on the important role of quality seeds for our smallholder farmers, the challenge of driving regional food security in a sustainable way, and the increasing effect climate change is having on the food supply chain.

]]> Released in time for Lunar New Year, learn more about farmers and how they put food on our table with our guest for the 15th episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions podcast, Dr. May Chodchoey, Executive Director, The Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA). In this episode, Dr. May shares her thoughts on the important role of quality seeds for our smallholder farmers, the challenge of driving regional food security in a sustainable way, and the increasing effect climate change is having on the food supply chain.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr May Chodchoey Buzzsprout-9962646 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0800 1058 food security, food value chain, agriculture, food, farmers, seeds 1 15 full false Episode 14 | Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 14 | Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast In the 14th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director, Mekong Institute, to discuss the work that Mekong Institute is doing in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) and how innovation and technology are pertinent to improve the livelihood and productivity of farmers. In this podcast, he highlights many topics that are close to the heart of what the industry should hope to achieve, for farmers and for the world's food economy, which includes closer collaboration among stakeholders.

]]> In the 14th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director, Mekong Institute, to discuss the work that Mekong Institute is doing in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) and how innovation and technology are pertinent to improve the livelihood and productivity of farmers. In this podcast, he highlights many topics that are close to the heart of what the industry should hope to achieve, for farmers and for the world's food economy, which includes closer collaboration among stakeholders.

]]> Duke Hipp/Suriyan Vichitlekarn Buzzsprout-9655742 Fri, 03 Dec 2021 18:00:00 +0800 1206 food security, food value chain, agriculture, food, farmers, agrifood business 1 14 full false Episode 13 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 13 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In the 13th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Alex Berkovskiy, regional director, Asia-Pacific, Syngenta on World Food Day to discuss his thoughts on the current food value chain, and also how changing perspectives of farm to fork would help to advance the agenda of food security for all. In this episode, he also discusses his hopes for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to create a better food value chain.

]]> In the 13th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Alex Berkovskiy, regional director, Asia-Pacific, Syngenta on World Food Day to discuss his thoughts on the current food value chain, and also how changing perspectives of farm to fork would help to advance the agenda of food security for all. In this episode, he also discusses his hopes for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to create a better food value chain.

]]> Duke Hipp/Alex Berkovskiy Buzzsprout-9367662 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0800 1268 food security, farmers, agriculture, smallholders, digital solutions 1 13 full false Episode 12 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 12 | 5 Good Questions Podcast For the 12th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Professor William Chen, Michael Fam Chair Professor in Food Science and Technology and director of the programme in Nanyang Technological University. In this timely conversation for the International Day of Food Waste and Loss, he shares his perspective on the current food supply chain, and the role of the individual in ensuring minimal food waste and loss to ensure food security for all.


]]> For the 12th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Professor William Chen, Michael Fam Chair Professor in Food Science and Technology and director of the programme in Nanyang Technological University. In this timely conversation for the International Day of Food Waste and Loss, he shares his perspective on the current food supply chain, and the role of the individual in ensuring minimal food waste and loss to ensure food security for all.


]]> Duke Hipp/Prof. William Chen Buzzsprout-9272762 Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0800 1234 food security, food waste, food loss, smallholder, farming, farmers, technology, innovation, food supply chain 1 12 full false Episode 11 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 11 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In the 11th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we have the pleasure of hearing from the Honorable Ted McKinney, former Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs with the USDA. In the conversation, he shares his perspective on the process leading up to the Summit, how to ensure food systems are more resilient and sustainable, and the role of innovation in helping support farmers while driving progress with the SDGs.

]]> In the 11th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we have the pleasure of hearing from the Honorable Ted McKinney, former Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs with the USDA. In the conversation, he shares his perspective on the process leading up to the Summit, how to ensure food systems are more resilient and sustainable, and the role of innovation in helping support farmers while driving progress with the SDGs.

]]> Duke Hipp/Former Under Secretary Ted McKinney Buzzsprout-9211463 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0800 1045 food systems, rice, golden rice, agriculture, hunger, food security, policies, food systems summit 1 11 full false Episode 10 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 10 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In our 10th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, the spotlight is on climate change’s connection to food security. Dr. Paul Teng, will check title to use, discusses the status of regional food security, current trends, the importance of sustainability with food production, and his thoughts on what’s needed to ensure and improve farmer livelihood in Asia.

]]> In our 10th episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, the spotlight is on climate change’s connection to food security. Dr. Paul Teng, will check title to use, discusses the status of regional food security, current trends, the importance of sustainability with food production, and his thoughts on what’s needed to ensure and improve farmer livelihood in Asia.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr. Paul Teng Buzzsprout-9084608 Mon, 30 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0800 1120 food security,agriculture,farm to fork, policies, sustainability, climate change 1 10 full false Episode 9 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 9 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In another fresh episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, and in celebration of International Youth Day, we speak to Jolene Lum, a young agri-preneur and Group CEO of Urban Tiller. In the podcast, she discusses some of the challenges that small-scale farmers face, and how she positions her business to address that sustainably.

]]> In another fresh episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, and in celebration of International Youth Day, we speak to Jolene Lum, a young agri-preneur and Group CEO of Urban Tiller. In the podcast, she discusses some of the challenges that small-scale farmers face, and how she positions her business to address that sustainably.

]]> Duke Hipp/Jolene Lum Buzzsprout-8985171 Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0800 1507 food security, agriculture, youth, food value chain, farmers, urban farming, urban farmers, smallholders, singapore 1 9 full false Episode 8 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 8 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we had a timely conversation with Dr. Sianghee Tan, Executive Director of CropLife Asia on some of the statistics that were shared by the United Nations in the newly published 2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report. Dr. Tan emphasized the need for heightened cooperation between stakeholders, regulators, and government in dealing with the issue of food security, and pointed out some factors that could help improve our food systems.

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we had a timely conversation with Dr. Sianghee Tan, Executive Director of CropLife Asia on some of the statistics that were shared by the United Nations in the newly published 2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report. Dr. Tan emphasized the need for heightened cooperation between stakeholders, regulators, and government in dealing with the issue of food security, and pointed out some factors that could help improve our food systems.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr. Sianghee Tan Buzzsprout-8949118 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0800 1038 food security, agriculture, farmers, farm to fork, food systems 1 8 full false Episode 7 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 7 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we had an insightful conversation with Dr. Mahaletchumy Arujanan, Global Coordinator at ISAAA and also Executive Director, MABIC, on the need for science-based decision making when it comes to food security as well as the game-changing role technology can play in the food value chain. Dr. Mahaletchumy also shared her thoughts on the newly published 2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report by the United Nations.

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we had an insightful conversation with Dr. Mahaletchumy Arujanan, Global Coordinator at ISAAA and also Executive Director, MABIC, on the need for science-based decision making when it comes to food security as well as the game-changing role technology can play in the food value chain. Dr. Mahaletchumy also shared her thoughts on the newly published 2021 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report by the United Nations.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr. Mahaletchumy Arujanan Buzzsprout-8868421 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0800 1076 food security, hunger, nutrition, agriculture 1 7 full false Episode 6 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 6 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Dr. Glenn Gregorio, Director, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) where he shares insights on challenges faced by Asia’s smallholder farmers, and his hopes for stronger collaboration between academe, industry and the government to allow a sustainable transformation of the food system moving forward.

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we spoke to Dr. Glenn Gregorio, Director, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) where he shares insights on challenges faced by Asia’s smallholder farmers, and his hopes for stronger collaboration between academe, industry and the government to allow a sustainable transformation of the food system moving forward.

]]> Duke Hipp/Dr. Glenn Gregorio Buzzsprout-8830084 Fri, 09 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0800 992 food security, food, farmers, agriculture, food systems, asia, southeast asia 1 7 full false Episode 5 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 5 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we welcome Susanna Hasenoehrl, Director Sustainability and Growth & Commercialisation, Digital Farming (Asia), Yara International. She shares her insights on the food value chain and some of the impacts of COVID-19 on smallholder farmers in Asia. This episode also discusses some industry solutions to improve the situation for all in terms of food security, and also optimistic views for the industry moving forward.

]]> In this episode of Asia's Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we welcome Susanna Hasenoehrl, Director Sustainability and Growth & Commercialisation, Digital Farming (Asia), Yara International. She shares her insights on the food value chain and some of the impacts of COVID-19 on smallholder farmers in Asia. This episode also discusses some industry solutions to improve the situation for all in terms of food security, and also optimistic views for the industry moving forward.

]]> Duke Hipp, Susanna Hasenoehrl Buzzsprout-8735172 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0800 1028 food security, farming, smallholders 1 5 full false Episode 4 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 4 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we welcome Jens Hartmann, Regional Head (APAC), Head of Commercial Operations – Asia Pacific, Bayer Crop Science on International Day for Biological Diversity. Jens shares his insights on the importance of technology and innovation in agriculture, and how they can help make agriculture more sustainable while also driving productivity. He also discusses the positive effects that digital developments and connectivity can have on the region’s smallholder farmers, especially in the time of the pandemic.

]]> In this episode of Asia’s Farm to Fork: 5 Good Questions Podcast, we welcome Jens Hartmann, Regional Head (APAC), Head of Commercial Operations – Asia Pacific, Bayer Crop Science on International Day for Biological Diversity. Jens shares his insights on the importance of technology and innovation in agriculture, and how they can help make agriculture more sustainable while also driving productivity. He also discusses the positive effects that digital developments and connectivity can have on the region’s smallholder farmers, especially in the time of the pandemic.

]]> Duke Hipp/Jens Hartmann Buzzsprout-8553095 Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 +0800 1443 food security, food, water, agriculture, digital, technology, agtech, 1 4 full false Episode 3 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 3 | 5 Good Questions Podcast In this episode of the podcast, we spoke to Temina Lalani-Shariff, Director of Brand and Advocacy, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). In the interview, Temina shares her thoughts on food security, the troubling rise of hunger in the world, and the role of rice. She also provides insight into IRRI efforts being led through the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) as well as an update on progress with ‘Golden Rice’. This episode is an in-depth conversation into Asia’s food value chain and a must-listen.

]]> In this episode of the podcast, we spoke to Temina Lalani-Shariff, Director of Brand and Advocacy, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). In the interview, Temina shares her thoughts on food security, the troubling rise of hunger in the world, and the role of rice. She also provides insight into IRRI efforts being led through the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) as well as an update on progress with ‘Golden Rice’. This episode is an in-depth conversation into Asia’s food value chain and a must-listen.

]]> Duke Hipp/Temina Lalani-Shariff Buzzsprout-8496063 Tue, 11 May 2021 19:00:00 +0800 2366 food systems, rice, golden rice, agriculture, hunger, food security 1 3 full false Episode 2 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 2 | 5 Good Questions Podcast This World Day for Safety and Health for Workers, we spoke to Delisa Jiang, Director of Sustainability and Advocacy with CropLife Asia. In the interview, Delisa shares her thoughts on the critical importance of health and safety on the farm, the growing role innovation and new technologies like drones are playing in Asian agriculture, and progress with industry stewardship programs that she’s helping lead. Delisa also offers interesting insights with a project CropLife is undertaking to utilize behavioral science learnings to promote crop protection responsible use and better ensure regional farmers’ health and safety.

]]> This World Day for Safety and Health for Workers, we spoke to Delisa Jiang, Director of Sustainability and Advocacy with CropLife Asia. In the interview, Delisa shares her thoughts on the critical importance of health and safety on the farm, the growing role innovation and new technologies like drones are playing in Asian agriculture, and progress with industry stewardship programs that she’s helping lead. Delisa also offers interesting insights with a project CropLife is undertaking to utilize behavioral science learnings to promote crop protection responsible use and better ensure regional farmers’ health and safety.

]]> Duke Hipp/Delisa Jiang Buzzsprout-8390389 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0800 1222 food systems, stewardship, safety, health, farmers, smallholder, drones 1 2 full false Episode 1 | 5 Good Questions Podcast Episode 1 | 5 Good Questions Podcast To ring in #EarthDay, we bring you our first episode – ‘5 Good Questions’ with Mr. Gustavo Palerosi Carneiro, Sr VP Agricultural Solutions Asia-Pacific, BASF and also President, CropLife Asia. In the interview, Gustavo shares his thoughts on a number of topics, including: sustainability in agriculture; smallholder farmers in Asia and how they drive regional food systems; and the growing importance of innovation and technology in food production.

]]> To ring in #EarthDay, we bring you our first episode – ‘5 Good Questions’ with Mr. Gustavo Palerosi Carneiro, Sr VP Agricultural Solutions Asia-Pacific, BASF and also President, CropLife Asia. In the interview, Gustavo shares his thoughts on a number of topics, including: sustainability in agriculture; smallholder farmers in Asia and how they drive regional food systems; and the growing importance of innovation and technology in food production.

]]> Duke Hipp/Gustavo Palerosi Carneiro Buzzsprout-8375822 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0800 966 food systems, food, agriculture 1 1 full false