AIC Chief Executive to Join Panel at IGD Future of the UK Food System 2026
AIC Chief Executive Robert Sheasby will be speaking at the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) Future of the UK Food System 2026 event on 21 October, joining senior leaders from across the food and farming sectors for a panel discussion on the future of agriculture.
Robert will take part in ‘Driving impact through agriculture’, a session exploring how lessons from global markets can help strengthen the resilience, competitiveness and innovation of the UK's food system.
The panel will also feature:
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Helen Herniman, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)
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Jim O'Toole, CEO, Bord Bia
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Tara McCarthy, Global Vice President of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Alltech
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Sophie Throup, Director General, National Farmers' Union (NFU)
Bringing international insight to the UK context, the discussion will examine how food systems around the world are adapting to changing demands and how these lessons could be applied to support UK agriculture and food production.
The event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and businesses from across the food supply chain to explore the opportunities and challenges facing the UK's food system and the actions needed to build a more resilient future.
Find out more about the event and programme on the IGD website.
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