WRT2021: Urban Farming and Agritech: Feeding the Nation

Global urban farming market is expected to reach USD236.4 billion by 2023. The COVID-19 pandemic has however, highlighted the urgency for nations to ensure their food security. Expanding urban farms and the adoption of agritech whilst complementing the output of traditional farms, will help accelerate this objective.

This session explored:
* role of urban farms and use of agritech in creating an urban farming ecosystem
* challenges in high-tech urban farming, especially in sourcing and identifying appropriate applications, sensors, and technologies
* how to attract industry players and stakeholders to explore urban farming as an investment

Speakers:
* Matt van Leeuwen, Chief Innovation Officer, @sunwaygroup, Malaysia
* Mark Horler, CEO and Founder, Urban AgriTech, United Kingdom
* Eri Hayashi, Vice President, Japan Plant Factory Association, Japan

Moderator:
* Patchari Raksawong, News Presenter and Lecturer, @PRTHAMMASAT, Thailand

WIEF Roundtable 2021
15 - 16 December 2021
Theme - Revitalisation and Reform: Catalysing Growth

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