Building sustainable agri-businesses in Asia through ESG-focused practices and solutions

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The agricultural sector is vital in feeding and nourishing the world, and provides livelihoods to millions of people. Industrial farming practices, however, can cause up to USD 3 trillion worth of environmental damage every year. Growing affluence in Asia will place a strain on existing food systems. Now, more than ever, it is time for agribusinesses in Asia to develop ESG practices that are climate and environment friendly and socially equitable, while developing its ability to feed billions of people in the region.

To successfully transform the agricultural sector to meet long-term human and environmental needs, diverse stakeholders must commit to adopting sustainable practices at different stages of their operations. These stakeholders must provide a wide continuum of capital and range from venture capital firms and banks that provide financial services to small and large agribusiness companies.

In this webinar organized by AVPN, we take a deep dive with leading sustainability experts in the agricultural industry to discuss derisking and building resilience in the agricultural sector and value chains.

Key Takeaways: 

• Understand how Asian agribusinesses are incorporating sustainable frameworks into their operations.
• Analyse the roles a wide range of stakeholders can play in helping agribusinesses build resilience and adopt sustainable practices.
• Highlight the role agrifunders can play in advancing sustainable innovation in the sector.