IGF 2025 Lightning Talk #173 Artificial intelligence in AgroTech and FoodTech

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    Sindre Mørk, Steigan.no, Private Sector, WEOG Leo Panin, BRICS project office, Intergovernmental organization
    Speakers
    Nathan Kotaki, Mountain Harvest, Private Sector, African Group Maya Suyunchalieva, Institute of Green and Sustainable development at KazNARU, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
    Onsite Moderator
    Leo Panin
    Rapporteur
    Sindre Mørk
    SDGs
    2. Zero Hunger
    13. Climate Action


    Targets: This lightning talk will interrogate how multilateral frameworks, public-private partnerships, and community-led innovation can synergise to mainstream AI-enabled solutions, ensuring they contribute to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) while safeguarding the rights and agency of vulnerable communities.
    Format
    Lightning talk
    Duration (minutes)
    20
    Description
    The integration of AI in FoodTech and AgroTech is revolutionising sustainable farming practices, offering innovative solutions to combat malnutrition and food insecurity, particularly in vulnerable communities of the Global South. By implementing AI-driven technologies such as precision agriculture, predictive analytics, and automated farming systems, we can enhance crop yields, reduce waste, and promote environmentally friendly practices. This session will explore how these advancements can mitigate the harmful impacts of industrial agriculture, fostering resilient and sustainable food systems that support the well-being of marginalised communities.

    As organisers we intend to leverage the provided technical tools and virtual links to facilitate the inclusive experience for participants. Moderator will also actively engage both audiences, ensuring equal participation in discussions and Q&A session.