DSM’s Views on the Role of Women in Circular Economy
As the Ellen MacArthur Foundation puts it, a circular economy is based on the principles of designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems. Doing so will involve shifting the system, involving everyone and everything: businesses, governments, and us as individuals; our cities, our products, and our jobs. […]
Agriculture needs successful women at all levels in order to transform itself for a sustainable future
As the world gears up to feed 9 billion people by 2050, ways to produce more with less are being explored. But a paradigm shift will be required if the industry is to achieve its goals, according to Dr Anna Osann, of AgriSat Iberia S.L. Dr Anna Osann is an expert in bringing operational applications […]
Gender in the food and beverage industry: a changing landscape
A key part of job satisfaction is finding the work that you do engaging and meaningful. However, this widely understood concept is, unfortunately, so rarely realized. Dame Fiona Kendrick, for one, can count herself among the lucky ones. At the beginning of her career, faced with a number of offers, she decided to join Nestlé […]
“They say when some women climb the ladder they pull the ladder up behind them. My boss was the exact opposite of that.”
A director of one of the UK’s retail giants, Judith Batchelar OBE has a wealth of experience in the agrifood business. She tells Olivia Midgley about the importance of acting on feedback, even if it’s negative, and why working part time after raising a family doesn’t have to hinder your career. THEY say past experiences […]
Piece the ‘gender and diversity puzzle’ together, and you’ll see great results, says Syngenta’s Caroline Creven Fourrier
Caroline Creven Fourrier is Syngenta’s Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity with more than 13 years of international experiences across various geographies in Europe and Asia and functions such as diversity and inclusion (D&I) HR, production, logistics and procurement. Caroline holds a PhD in talent management and Masters degree in procurement. She is also certified […]
Industry Must Stop Leaving Talent on the Table, Says Bayer’s APAC HR Lead
The world of agricultural inputs is extraordinarily demanding, involving the use of some of humanity’s newest and most advanced science, applied to one of the most ancient and vital livelihoods, sometimes in the world’s most remote locations. Recruiting successful candidates is already difficult enough. The last thing the industry needs is rigidly defined gender roles […]
Don’t accept stereotyping or bias. Leaders should counteract gender bias by acknowledging that stereotypes and conscious and unconscious biases exist
Nikki Putman-Badding was a fresh faced dietician, finishing grad school when she persuaded one of the biggest companies in agriculture to create a new role, just for her. Three days at an Alltech conference left her “wide eyed” and convinced she had to work for the company. After hustling and networking, she was put in […]
Meat Business Women Announces USA expansion
Meat Business Women held its first Speed Networking Dinner last night (2.10.19) at the newly reopened Butchers’ Hall, London. The event saw 12 industry leaders dedicate their time to mentor 150 delegates from right across the meat supply chain. Attendees also heard from Minette Batters, NFU President who, as after dinner speaker, told the audience […]
When it comes to women in leadership roles within the food and agriculture sector, we’ve made a great deal of progress — but there is always more to be done
Deborah Borg is Executive Vice President and Chief HR and Communications Officer at Bunge. She took some time to chat with us about her perspective on the issues impacting women working in the industry. Bunge is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Q: Our research highlights that […]
Start-Ups, Diversity, and Shaking up the Food Industry
Start-Ups, Diversity, and Shaking up the Food Industry—Interview with Rabobank’s Innovation Head Anne Greven for Women in Food and Ag The food industry is being powerfully reshaped by its consumers, as demographically diverse younger generations have grown into an influential consumer bloc, seeking exotic flavors, responding to woke brands, and demanding new things now. But […]
