AIC Chief Executive to Chair Regenerative Agriculture Session at Sustainable Foods 2026
As part of the Sustainable Foods 2026 programme, taking place on 28–29 January 2026 at the Business Design Centre, London, AIC Chief Executive Robert Sheasby will chair the Main Plenary session:
“Regenerative Agriculture – Pathways to Scale and Finance”
Date: 28 January 2026
Time: 16:45 – 17:30
Location: Auditorium, Main Plenary
This session will explore critical issues shaping the future of farming, including:
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Financial models to support regenerative agriculture
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Who pays – Government, farmer, or food company?
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New technologies enabling scale
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Regenerative agriculture’s role in supply chain resilience
Speakers include:
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Baroness Minette Batters, Farming Profitability Review Lead – Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
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Bob Mulder, Managing Director UK & Ireland (UK&I) – FrieslandCampina
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Andy Cato, Co-Founder – Wildfarmed
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Chetan Parmar, Senior Vice President (SVP) Technical Services Europe & Asia – FoodChain ID
Taking place on 28–29 January at the Business Design Centre, London, Sustainable Foods 2026 will bring together leaders to address key themes such as food security, regenerative agriculture, net zero supply chains, and more. With sustainability now at the heart of global food systems, this event offers a timely opportunity for Members to engage with the challenges and innovations shaping the future of agriculture and food production.
Download the agenda highlights here.
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Get Involved
We warmly encourage Members with expertise or interest in sustainable food systems to consider speaking or sponsoring. It’s a valuable opportunity to share your work, connect with stakeholders, and contribute to shaping the future of food.
If you're interested please contact Jawad Allawi at [email protected]
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