The world has a food shortage that has resulted in more than 821 million undernourished people, and the problem is growing. The United Nations reports that in 2050 the world will require 70% more food to feed its inhabitants. There are big innovations happening in food security, food supply chains, and agriculture. This session will highlight those innovations and show how companies are responding to the crisis and what the future holds.
Speakers
Michael Okoroafor, Ph.D.
VP, Global Sustainability & Packaging Innovation
McCormick & Company
Brice Phillips
Director, Club Store Sales
Phillips Foods
Mark Fisk
Partner
IBM