The pandemic has exposed many systemic vulnerabilities that threaten basic food security. Sharp contractions in exports due to border closures and trade restrictions have brought about severe blows to SEA’s trade dependent economies. Decrease in exports have led to trickled-down rampant unemployment across the industry, further aggravating the plights of already marginalized micro farmers and small-scale producers. Overextended periods of lockdowns, consumers face increasing pressure to ensure that their basic food needs can be procured safely. However, in the midst of the crisis, there lie compelling opportunities for disruptive innovation. By combining the latest in supply chain management technology, the food supply chain network has experienced multi-fold improvements in efficiency.
We will cover topics such as:
- Local governments’ roles amidst the pandemic to ensure food security
The role of technology in disrupting the food and agriculture industry in the future
- Pre- and post-COVID consumer behavior and consumption patterns
- How food businesses are minimizing disruptions to their supply chains while ensuring the health and safety of their employees
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