Agricultural Stress Data: Impacts on UK Supply

Assessing UK food security risk using current methods, they need to change- if it was a business I think it…

Addressing the Core Drivers of Food Insecurity Today

More than a decade ago, after an OECD conference, I wrote Global Food Security and Supply. Published in 2014, it’s…

MPCR GreenEye: Turning Earth Observation into a Climate-Ready Agriculture solution

MPCR GreenEye applications map crop and forage production using Earth observation to quantify food security and supply risks for commercial…

“The Green Revolution didn’t work” …….really?

The Green Revolution, though criticized for its flaws, successfully lifted over a billion people from hunger. Investments in agricultural yield improvements have significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating the value of innovation. While modern agriculture contributes to emissions, it also avoids many. Continuous assessments are essential for guiding future advancements.

Adapting to Food Import Climate Risks

The food import climate risks show why we need to adapt now to protect businesses and supply chains. Here’s the…

Forecasting Agricultural Risk for Smarter Supply Chains

In the UK, over 70% of fresh fruit and nearly all soybeans, rice, and grain maize are imported, making agricultural risk forecasting essential. A current analysis indicates an 18% chance that agricultural stress will exceed average levels, impacting key crops. By calibrating stress indicators, smarter sourcing and sustainable practices can emerge. Collaborations with growers, importers, and processors are invited to enhance food sourcing resilience.