Focus on the EU: Growing for Good
An initiative to drive innovation in farming & sustainable food production among EU Green Deal stakeholders
About Growing for Good
Growing for Good is an initiative comprising a set of circular conversations, organised by Corteva Agriscience, in partnership with the Financial Times Live. Through these high-level discussions we seek to harness the collective wisdom, experience, and innovative spirit of the agriculture and food community to discuss how to navigate challenges that have arisen from the implementation of the EU Green Deal. By fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, addressing challenges and seize opportunities head-on, we can build a stronger shared vision for a more sustainable food system.
The event will be hosted under ‘Chatham House Rule’ to allow for a free-flowing conversation between the panel and the invite-only high level audience.
A Critical Juncture for Sustainable Food Production
The EU finds itself at a critical juncture in its journey towards becoming a sustainable and carbon-neutral economy. The European Commission has set ambitious targets, sparking waves of innovation and change across industries, including food production.
Journey towards Net-Zero
Realizing the ambitions of the European Green Deal, the Farm to Fork (F2F) strategy and other EU sustainability policies is vitally dependent on the food industry. The entire food chain, spanning from farmers, to traders, to the food industry, plays a crucial role.
As a part of this chain, Corteva Agriscience has continued to invest in innovation to provide farmers with sustainable solutions, reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our operations, and promote biodiversity. However, we recognize that the challenges we and the rest of the agri-food partners face in achieving sustainability goals cannot be tackled in isolation. Progress in the journey towards net-zero requires policies that take into account the heterogeneous needs and challenges faced by different actors along the food supply chain.
Growing for Good Initiative
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Event Series
Growing for Good: Accelerating Europe's Sustainable Food Transition
The Food Industry’s vital role in Delivering the EU’s Climate Objectives.
Bringing together leaders from the food industry. What does the industry need to continue transitioning towards more sustainable food systems while remaining competitive? How can we build a bridge between consumer demands and the reality for farmers? What are some of the best practices already implemented as well as the challenges faced in the implementation of the Green Deal?
Meet the Panel
Moderator:
- Alice Hancock, EU Correspondent, Financial Times
Keynote address:
- Christine Gould, Founder and CEO, Thought For Food
Speakers:
- Christine Gould, Founder and CEO, Thought For Food
- Malte Piontek, Public Affairs Manager – Agriculture & Food, Schwarz Group
- Marco Pierani, Director Public Affairs and Media Relation, Euroconsumers
- Brenda de Swart, Global Head Sustainable Business Development Wholesale & Rural, Rabobank
Agriculture trader’s vital role in Delivering the EU’s Climate Objectives
Engaging agricultural traders, who play a vital role in the food supply chain. What role do traders have in creating incentives for the supply chain to implement sustainable practices? What are traders’ views on the Green Deal, its implication and the role they play?
Meet the Panel
Moderator:
- Susannah Savage, Commodities Correspondent, Financial Times
Keynote address:
- Marc Vanheukelen, Former Ambassador of the European Union to the World Trade Organisation
Speakers:
- Marc Vanheukelen, Former Ambassador of the European Union to the World Trade Organisation
- Iliana Axiotiades, Secretary General, COCERAL
- Eva Marin de la Fuente, President, ASAJA Joven
- Beatrix Richards, Sr. Programme Manager Landscapes, IDH - Sustainable Trade Initiative
Farmer’s vital role in Delivering the EU’s Climate Objectives
Centering around farmers, the backbone of the food industry. How can we ensure farmers have the right incentives, knowledge, and technology to transition towards more sustainable agriculture practices?
Meet the Panel
Moderator:
- Andy Bounds, EU Correspondent, Financial Times
Introductory remarks:
- Monica Sorribas Amela, VP, Northern Europe Commercial Unit Leader, Corteva AgriScience
Keynote address:
- Elena Doms, CEO, EarthPlus
Speakers:
- Pekka Pesonen, Secretary General, Copa Cogeca
- Scott Jarrett, CEO, Elaniti
- Bart Vandewaetere, VP Corporate Communications and ESG engagement, Nestlé Zone Europe
- Andrew Voysey, Chief Impact Officer, Soil Capital
Closing Ceremony
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This high-level exclusive keynote discussion and knowledge sharing opportunity forms the fourth and final part of the Growing for Good series. This event, which will be conducted in the format of a conversation, is designed to present key takeaways and ideas directly to the European Commission.
Meet the Panel
Moderator:
- Alice Hancock, EU Correspondent, Financial Times
Introduction and Welcome Address from the FT and Corteva Agriscience:
- Alice Hancock, EU Correspondent, Financial Times
- Igor Teslenko, President, EMEA, Corteva Agriscience
Speakers:
- Lukas Visek, Member of the Cabinet of Executive Vice President Maroš Šefčovič
- Pekka Pesonen, Secretary General, Copa Cogeca
Visit the FT Live Site to Register
Supporting Sustainable Food Production at Corteva
At Corteva, sustainability is embedded into our business, where science, technology and innovation enable us to provide the tools farmers need to feed the world while reducing environmental impacts. We’re delivering on our mission – to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, for generations to come.