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Global Food Security Symposium 2021

May 11, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

This year is marked by a once-in-a-generation event, the UN Food Systems Summit. In the lead-up to this historic event, speakers will discuss high-impact innovations that are radically transforming food systems for the better.

About This Event

CHANGING THE GAME FOR FOOD SYSTEMS INNOVATION

Our world is changing—can we change with it? The pandemic has shown the fragility of food systems and how their breakdown impacts health, economies, and the environment. Rethinking food systems is a shared responsibility that requires bold cooperation, commitments, and action from the public and private sectors. Game-changing innovations and high-impact solutions have the potential to radically transform the food system into a more sustainable, inclusive, nutritious and resilient one. How can new research, technologies, and innovations be leveraged? What are the impacts for people, the planet, and prosperity?

Event Schedule

TIME AGENDA
11:00 – 11:15am EDT Welcome and Keynote Interview
11:15 – 11:20am Spotlight: Research & Innovation Strategy
11:20 – 11:25am Remarks
11:25am – 12:25pm Panel: Game Changing Innovations & Solutions for Food Systems Innovation
12:25 – 12:30pm Closing Remarks

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