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Welcome to Food Systems Podcasts, the series about creating a sustainable food system.

Regularly we release new episodes of Food Systems where we interview politicians, civil society representatives, thought leaders, scientists, activists, farmers, business leaders and many others with ideas and actions on how we can deliver a safe, plentiful, and above all sustainable food system that works for everyone. Each Food Systems episode is 20-30 minutes long, perfect for your commute or lunch, and will deliver new insight and ideas right to your ears.

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From July 2024 onwards some of the Food Systems podcasts are also being recorded on video and you can use the ‘Listen or Watch Now’ link underneath each podcast to listen or watch the podcasts directly on this website.

You can also listen through your favourite podcast app including iTunes, Spotify and Podbean.

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Food Systems Podcast

Jurgen Tack

Rose O’Donovan

Episode 90

Food Systems Podcast 90

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Rose O’Donovan talks to Jurgen Tack, the Secretary General of the...see more European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) about the Forum’s recent report on financing the transition to a more resilient and sustainable agri-food system. The conversation explores tensions, new approaches to public and private financing, the potential of nature credits, and ongoing debates around the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP).

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Monday, Nov 24, 2025

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Food Systems Podcast

Laura van Schöll

Erik Meers

Alex Turk

Episode 89

Food Systems Podcast 89

On November 25, the Forum will host a webinar on the policy side of nutrient management. Ahead of that,...see more this Food Systems podcast episode takes a look at efficient nutrient management and recycling, exploring how EU-funded projects like NutriBudget and ReNu2Cycle are helping to scale closed-loop nutrient systems for smarter nutrient management, to minimise negative impacts on environment and human health, and ensure sustainable food production. Find out more about the upcoming webinar or register at https://forumforag.com/events/2025-aligning-policy-practice-and-innovation-for-sustainable-agriculture

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Thursday, Nov 13, 2025

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Dave Hughes

Alex Turk

Episode 88

Food Systems Podcast 88

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Dave Hughes, Head Technology Identification and Evaluation...see more for Crop Protection, Syngenta. They discuss innovation focus and progress, and deep dive into digital technologies, biological pest control and genomic techniques, highlighting the importance of innovation for Europe.

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Friday, Nov 07, 2025

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Emmanuelle Mikosz

Alex Turk

Episode 87

Food Systems Podcast 87

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Emmanuelle Mikosz, Director General of the Forum...see more for the Future of Agriculture. Emma explains her new role and discusses the upcoming publications, events and other activities planned between now and the next Annual Conference in April 2026.

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Wednesday, Oct 08, 2025

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Food Systems Podcast

Jane Goodall

Mark Titterington

Episode 86

Food Systems Podcast 86

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. At the Forum for the Future of Agriculture,...see more we were honoured to welcome Dr. Goodall as an inspirational speaker in 2023. Her words were not only profoundly moving but served as a powerful call to action for all of us working toward a more sustainable and compassionate future. We repeat the original interview as a reminder of her unwavering dedication to conservation, animal welfare and the interconnectedness of all life.

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Thursday, Oct 02, 2025

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Tobias Bandel

Episode 85

Food Systems Podcast 85

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for...see more the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Tobias Bandel, Co-founder of The Landbanking Group and also a farmer. Tobias explains that the Landbanking Group was founded out of frustration that sustainability projects always got stuck in the “pilot world”. Sourcing sustainably was a competitive disadvantage because it added costs and they realized that if a company can demonstrably show that they are investing in risk reduction, it can be considered an asset because it creates corporate value and ensures business continuity.

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Monday, Sep 29, 2025

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Food Systems Podcast

Jurgen Tack

Episode 84

Food Systems Podcast 84

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for...see more the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Jurgen Tack, Secretary-General of the European Landowners’ Organization. Jurgen explains how at the conference we hear a good mix of possibilities, from market instruments like carbon farming and biodiversity credits to the role of subsidies and profitability. However, profitability is often lost in the discussion, but it is the most important aspect of any farming activity in Europe. He believes that we have to start thinking about a longer-term system with less subsidies and higher profitability for farmers.

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Monday, Sep 22, 2025

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Grzegorz Brodziak

Episode 83

Food Systems Podcast 83

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks, during an interview at this year's Forum for...see more the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference, to Grzegorz Brodziak, farmer and CEO Goodvalley, Poland, and President of the Management Board, Polska Federacja Rolna. Representing over 1,000 farms across Poland, Grzegorz explains that with geopolitical chaos and changing circumstances, farmers need stability to keep production going and remain competitive. He believes that we need to take a step back and find a wise way to implement necessary climate and environmental changes without threatening the existence of European agriculture.

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Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025

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Fred Buyle

Episode 82

Food Systems Podcast 82

In this edition of the Food Systems Podcast, Alex Turk talks to Freediving World Record holder, explorer and photographer...see more Fred Buyle, during an interview at this year's Forum for the Future of Agriculture Annual Conference. Fred explains how we cannot just protect the land and the sea separately; everything is connected, if you throw something in a river, it will eventually get into the ocean. He believes that we can all make a difference because it’s the end consumer who will determine what happens in the food industry.

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Friday, Sep 05, 2025

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Welcome to Food Systems Podcasts, the series about creating a sustainable food system.

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