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🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire podcast! Today, we're joined by Alan Perlstein, CEO of California Cultured Inc., who is at the forefront of a revolutionary approach to producing chocolate and coffee. By leveraging cell-culturing technology, Alan's company aims to transform the food industry by offering sustainable and ethically produced alternatives. Join us as we uncover the science, challenges, and future of sustainable food production with Alan. 🔥 5 Key Episode Themes: -Innovation in Food Technology: Exploring the development of cell-cultured chocolate and coffee to address sustainability and ethical issues in traditional agriculture. -Environmental Impact: Discussing how cell-cultured methods can drastically reduce deforestation, child labor, and carbon emissions associated with conventional chocolate and coffee production. -Challenges in Commercialization: Insights into the obstacles of pioneering new food technologies and the journey from concept to commercial product. -Future of Food Industry: Predictions about how cell-culturing technology can reshape global food supply, particularly in facing climate change and resource scarcity. -Entrepreneurial Insights: Advice for upcoming entrepreneurs on tackling regulatory challenges, securing funding, and navigating the complexities of a startup in the biotech and food sectors. 🎧👀 Now: https://lnkd.in/dK5_AQxh #SustainableChocolate #CellCulturedFood #CaliforniaCultured #EthicalCoffeeProduction #FoodTechnology #EnvironmentalImpact #Bioreactors #PlantBasedInnovation

"We're not doomed, but we're choosing doom." These words from Darrin Qualman capture the stakes of transitioning to a fossil-free food future. But what if we chose another path? Today, #FueltoFork wraps up its series, exposing and exploring the fossil fuels in our food, touring each stage of the food chain. This final episode examines the trade-offs of various pathways to transition—and why a just transition isn’t guaranteed. Featuring brilliant voices of Anna Lappé, Raj Patel, Darrin Qualman, Galina Angarova and Molly D. Anderson, we delve into the possibilities and challenges of building a food system free from fossil fuels. Massive thanks to the partner organizations - TABLE, IPES-Food, Global Alliance for the Future of Food - behind this project and the brilliant minds that went into shaping and sharpening this series. A special shoutout to Adam T., the audio engineer whose work elevated every episode. Highly, highly recommend collaborating with him if you get the chance! Listen now and join the conversation about the future of food. 🌱🎙 https://lnkd.in/dTWn_dgw

🌱 As we strive for a more just and regenerative world, one thing is clear: our food systems need a transformation. Regenerative agriculture offers a powerful solution, promoting soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem balance. But what does it take to make this vision a reality? On the Future Food Cast podcast, Forum's Global Food System Transition Lead Geraldine Gilbert shares: "Truly regenerative agriculture needs to incorporate social justice, positive social outcomes, and the regeneration of the economics of farming." Listen to the full interview: https://ow.ly/UhPa50TJKCa #ForumFoodSpotlight

🌱 Growers across the country are taking action to achieve Australia's net-zero goals. And Antony Yousefian, Partner, The First Thirty has a message for all corporates: “If you’re a corporate and you do not have these growers in your supply chain, get them in. If you want to have a competitive advantage, get these growers in now." In this evokeAG podcast episode, Antony sat down with Tegan Nock, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer Loam Bio, and our contributor Jayne Cuddihy, to discuss not only how a systems-based strategy could change the marketplace for carbon, but how a global approach could work. Listen here 🎧 https://bit.ly/4btZpiK

"We have been hearing the buzzword "sustainability" for some time now but had very little knowledge of what that meant. This really helped open our eyes and understand how to measure and manage it.” -Brady Weiland, Weiland Dairy LLC. Read all the insights from Brady, Paul Lippert, and John Haag regarding the Professional Dairy Producers Your Farm-Your Footprint initiative involving farms’ carbon footprint in this recent Progressive Dairy.  https://lnkd.in/gPheVQiX . #carbon #sustainability #carbonaccounting #carbonfootprint #agsustainability #carbonmetrics #dairysustainability #greenhousegases #manureprocessing #covercrops #soiltypes

Ever wondered how your food choices impact not just your health, but the planet too? This episode of the DoNotSmile Network GoodGeist features Suzy Sumner the dynamic head of the Brussels office for foodwatch International. Suzy is a passionate advocate for safe, healthy, and affordable food across Europe. From being called the “food police” as a child to leading impactful campaigns, Susie’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. We discuss the hidden realities behind common EU crops like wheat and corn, and the role that pesticides play in the agricultural landscape. How supermarkets are powerful change agents and we also delve into the concept of regenerative agriculture.This episode reveals how consumers, farmers, and supermarkets can collaborate to build sustainable food systems, challenging the overwhelming influence of big industry. Have a listen and join us for a compelling conversation on paving the way for a healthier, more sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/eHTS5D5N And follow the GoodGeist podcast for more episodes on sustainability, communications and how creativity can help make the world a better place. #sustainability #podcast #food

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the commitment to sustainable practices, ethical operations, and contributing positively to the community and environment. It reflects how brands go beyond profitability to make meaningful contributions to society Some examples of CSR are: 🌟Sponsoring school programs to teach children about farming and sustainability. 🌟Hosting farmer’s markets to connect local farmers with urban consumers. 🌟Reducing packaging waste and using eco-friendly materials for product distribution. CSR is one of the topics we will look into in our podcast series, which is coming soon. Subscribe, and stay tuned so you won't miss any episodes this season.😊 #letstalkagriculture #corporatesocialresponsibility #agriinnovation #letstalkagriculturepodcast #podcastadvertising #business

“These are the Innovations that will Change the Food & Agri Ecosystem” In our latest podcast episode, I am really excited to welcome Beatriz Jacoste Lozano of KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub. Her journey from international relations to revolutionising the food industry is nothing short of inspiring. In this conversation, we dive deep into: - How food innovation can drive substantial global change - The critical role of education in evolving our food systems - The necessity of behavioural shifts towards sustainability - Overcoming industry challenges through collaboration and innovation Beatriz also sheds light on the potential of regenerative agriculture to improve farmers' livelihoods and the importance of integrating technology in agriculture for sustainable food production. And much much more!! Deeply informative and incredibly motivating, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of our food systems and how we can all contribute to a healthier life and sustainable planet. OUT NOW 👉 https://lnkd.in/gVSq_yW8 I'd love to hear your thoughts and takeaways from this discussion! 🙏 __ & share this episode with your network to inspire and spread the knowledge to others, because this is an episode people cannot miss. 👀 #food #foodindustry #foodinnovation #startup #agritech #foodtech

In this week's episode, sponsored by Mezze, we delve into the ever-important topic of sustainability within the food industry. The conversation kicks off with Lucy sharing her recent insights from her work with the Future Food Movement, emphasising how the biggest sustainability impact lies not in packaging but in the ingredients and sourcing. Throughout the episode, we unpack the intricacies of why sustainability is crucial, touching on the alarming statistics surrounding global food production and waste. @oh_forfoodssake Mezze Software #npd #podcast #foodie #womeninfood #startup