sustainable agriculture

New Zealand’s dairy pollution problem: how an urgent issue is driving innovation

New Zealand’s dairy pollution problem: how an urgent issue is driving innovation

New Zealand is on a mission to clean up its waterways and restore its ‘clean and green’ image, after the problems of nitrate runoff from dairies made international headlines. It’s now requiring all farmers with over 20ha to report on their pollution levels and sustainability measures. In this episode, dairy farmer Mat Hocken and sustainability veteran Brdgit Hawkins discuss what these regulations mean for innovation and whether they will act as a driver for agtech adoption.

How can big companies like Coca-Cola impact the sustainability of our food system?

How can big companies like Coca-Cola impact the sustainability of our food system?

There’s always going to be some skepticism about the motives of ‘Big Food’ companies; but, for reasons such as risk management, consumer pressures, and more, the Coca-Cola Company is becoming more focused on the sustainability of its supply chain. In this episode, hear what its latest plans are, from Ulrike Sapiro, head of Global Water Stewardship and Sustainable Agriculture at the Coca-Cola Company.