The Food Fight https://www.eitfood.eu/podcast en EIT Food Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace present the Food Fight, a new series from EIT Food examining the biggest challenges facing the food system, and the innovations and entrepreneurs looking to solve them. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d119bdda-a480-11ec-8e9b-672f15fd52fc/image/EIT_New_Logo_Artwork_1400_x_1400.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Food Fight https://www.eitfood.eu/podcast no episodic EIT Food Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace present the Food Fight, a new series from EIT Food examining the biggest challenges facing the food system, and the innovations and entrepreneurs looking to solve them. Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace present the Food Fight, a new series from EIT Food examining the biggest challenges facing the food system, and the innovations and entrepreneurs looking to solve them.

]]> EIT Food thefoodfight@pixiu.co.uk The Regeneration Rebellion Co-Founder of Climate Farmers, Philippe Birker grew up around farming, built startups in Berlin and Amsterdam, ran a techno club, then bought an abandoned village in Portugal and fell in love with soil. What he found next changed everything.  Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Co-Founder of Climate Farmers, Philippe Birker grew up around farming, built startups in Berlin and Amsterdam, ran a techno club, then bought an abandoned village in Portugal and fell in love with soil. What he found next changed everything.  Co-Founder of Climate Farmers, Philippe Birker grew up around farming, built startups in Berlin and Amsterdam, ran a techno club, then bought an abandoned village in Portugal and fell in love with soil. What he found next changed everything. 

]]> 1392 no AI Eyes on Old Tractors: Can PerPlant Give Farmers Their 25 Good Seasons? Traditional farming is struggling under climate chaos, stricter rules, and brutal price pressures. PerPlant co founder and CTO Sumod Nandanwarn bolts AI eyes onto the tractors farmers already own, turning every pass across the field into a precision spray decision that cuts chemicals by up to 80 percent and helps growers claw back profit without buying new machines. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:48:00 -0000 full EIT Food Traditional farming is struggling under climate chaos, stricter rules, and brutal price pressures. PerPlant co founder and CTO Sumod Nandanwarn bolts AI eyes onto the tractors farmers already own, turning every pass across the field into a precision spray decision that cuts chemicals by up to 80 percent and helps growers claw back profit without buying new machines. Traditional farming is struggling under climate chaos, stricter rules, and brutal price pressures. PerPlant co founder and CTO Sumod Nandanwarn bolts AI eyes onto the tractors farmers already own, turning every pass across the field into a precision spray decision that cuts chemicals by up to 80 percent and helps growers claw back profit without buying new machines.

]]> 930 no Smart Traps, Billion Dollar Bugs, and the Farmer Fighting Back  Donát Posta grew up farming. He knows first hand how many things can go wrong in a field, yet one category stands out. Insects. With Scout Labs, he is wiring up ordinary pheromone traps, turning them into a global early warning system. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:49:00 -0000 full EIT Food  Donát Posta grew up farming. He knows first hand how many things can go wrong in a field, yet one category stands out. Insects. With Scout Labs, he is wiring up ordinary pheromone traps, turning them into a global early warning system.  Donát Posta grew up farming. He knows first hand how many things can go wrong in a field, yet one category stands out. Insects. With Scout Labs, he is wiring up ordinary pheromone traps, turning them into a global early warning system.

]]> 990 no Is Your Recycling Bin Lying To You? Why do good intentions fail at the bin, what changes behaviour, and how did Inform Pack turn frustration in the kitchen into real shifts across Europe? Packaging experts Niki Alexi and Geraldine Vásquez pull apart the myths on “recyclable” logos, food packaging waste, and who really carries the weight for fixing the system. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:14:00 -0000 full EIT Food Why do good intentions fail at the bin, what changes behaviour, and how did Inform Pack turn frustration in the kitchen into real shifts across Europe? Packaging experts Niki Alexi and Geraldine Vásquez pull apart the myths on “recyclable” logos, food packaging waste, and who really carries the weight for fixing the system. Why do good intentions fail at the bin, what changes behaviour, and how did Inform Pack turn frustration in the kitchen into real shifts across Europe? Packaging experts Niki Alexi and Geraldine Vásquez pull apart the myths on “recyclable” logos, food packaging waste, and who really carries the weight for fixing the system.

]]> 1712 no What Happens When 200,000 Kids Learn Food Literacy? Food Educators lead Fabienne Ruault turned her childhood on a French organic farm into a Europe wide movement that has already reached 10,000 teachers and nearly 200,000 students. She takes us through how lesson plans, local hubs, and career days are helping young people link what is on their plate to health, climate, and future jobs in food.   Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Food Educators lead Fabienne Ruault turned her childhood on a French organic farm into a Europe wide movement that has already reached 10,000 teachers and nearly 200,000 students. She takes us through how lesson plans, local hubs, and career days are helping young people link what is on their plate to health, climate, and future jobs in food.   Food Educators lead Fabienne Ruault turned her childhood on a French organic farm into a Europe wide movement that has already reached 10,000 teachers and nearly 200,000 students. She takes us through how lesson plans, local hubs, and career days are helping young people link what is on their plate to health, climate, and future jobs in food.  

]]> 1212 no 2026 Food Trends: What to Watch, What to Change Welcome to 2026 and the future of food! Matt is joined by Sofia Khun and Sara Roversi to break down everything on the horizon in the food system. They’ve spent years inside Europe’s top innovation networks, working directly with startups, policymakers, and global brands, and put that experience at the cutting edge of innovation to predict what’s next. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:02:00 -0000 full EIT Food Welcome to 2026 and the future of food! Matt is joined by Sofia Khun and Sara Roversi to break down everything on the horizon in the food system. They’ve spent years inside Europe’s top innovation networks, working directly with startups, policymakers, and global brands, and put that experience at the cutting edge of innovation to predict what’s next. Welcome to 2026 and the future of food! Matt is joined by Sofia Khun and Sara Roversi to break down everything on the horizon in the food system. They’ve spent years inside Europe’s top innovation networks, working directly with startups, policymakers, and global brands, and put that experience at the cutting edge of innovation to predict what’s next.

]]> 3981 no Next Bite 2025: Crafting Food System Resilience in 2025 When global shocks hits - climate events, pandemics, war - our food system is one of the first to feel it. But what does it really mean for a system to be “resilient”? Who is responsible for absorbing the risks? And how do we design something fairer and more stable, without sacrificing progress? In this packed final live session from Next Bite, Matt Eastland is joined by a powerful panel of experts pushing for change. The discussion moves beyond abstract concepts into real-world decisions as we explore how we finance risk, who takes the hit when things go wrong, and what we’ve learned from recent disruptions. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food When global shocks hits - climate events, pandemics, war - our food system is one of the first to feel it. But what does it really mean for a system to be “resilient”? Who is responsible for absorbing the risks? And how do we design something fairer and more stable, without sacrificing progress? In this packed final live session from Next Bite, Matt Eastland is joined by a powerful panel of experts pushing for change. The discussion moves beyond abstract concepts into real-world decisions as we explore how we finance risk, who takes the hit when things go wrong, and what we’ve learned from recent disruptions. When global shocks hits - climate events, pandemics, war - our food system is one of the first to feel it. But what does it really mean for a system to be “resilient”? Who is responsible for absorbing the risks? And how do we design something fairer and more stable, without sacrificing progress?


In this packed final live session from Next Bite, Matt Eastland is joined by a powerful panel of experts pushing for change. The discussion moves beyond abstract concepts into real-world decisions as we explore how we finance risk, who takes the hit when things go wrong, and what we’ve learned from recent disruptions.

]]> 2056 no Next Bite 2025: How to Achieve A Net Zero Food System What does it take to truly shift a food system toward net zero? In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2025, host Matt Eastland cuts through the noise with leaders who are turning climate targets into action, bringing together voices from across Europe, and tackling emissions from farms to supermarkets Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food What does it take to truly shift a food system toward net zero? In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2025, host Matt Eastland cuts through the noise with leaders who are turning climate targets into action, bringing together voices from across Europe, and tackling emissions from farms to supermarkets What does it take to truly shift a food system toward net zero? In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2025, host Matt Eastland cuts through the noise with leaders who are turning climate targets into action, bringing together voices from across Europe, and tackling emissions from farms to supermarkets

]]> 1673 no Next Bite 2025: What It Really Takes to Build Healthier Lives Live from Next Bite 2025, this Food Fight special hands the mic to the people actually changing how we eat. We get into the real truth of building healthier lives, from school canteens to supermarket aisles, and ask what it really takes to help you eat better, feel better, and keep striving for change when real life gets in the way. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Live from Next Bite 2025, this Food Fight special hands the mic to the people actually changing how we eat. We get into the real truth of building healthier lives, from school canteens to supermarket aisles, and ask what it really takes to help you eat better, feel better, and keep striving for change when real life gets in the way. Live from Next Bite 2025, this Food Fight special hands the mic to the people actually changing how we eat. We get into the real truth of building healthier lives, from school canteens to supermarket aisles, and ask what it really takes to help you eat better, feel better, and keep striving for change when real life gets in the way.

]]> 1878 no Next Bite 2025: Resilient Agriculture Think & Do Tank The reality of farming has changed. One fruit grower loses three harvests in three years. A cereal farmer now expects a climate disaster every season. Recorded live at Next Bite in Brussels, Matt is joined by Stéphane Durand and Damien Jourdain of the EIT Food Resilient Agriculture Think and Do Tank. They're working to change how European farming works, so farmers can plan a future with stable incomes, healthy land and food you can trust. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food The reality of farming has changed. One fruit grower loses three harvests in three years. A cereal farmer now expects a climate disaster every season. Recorded live at Next Bite in Brussels, Matt is joined by Stéphane Durand and Damien Jourdain of the EIT Food Resilient Agriculture Think and Do Tank. They're working to change how European farming works, so farmers can plan a future with stable incomes, healthy land and food you can trust. The reality of farming has changed. One fruit grower loses three harvests in three years. A cereal farmer now expects a climate disaster every season. Recorded live at Next Bite in Brussels, Matt is joined by Stéphane Durand and Damien Jourdain of the EIT Food Resilient Agriculture Think and Do Tank. They're working to change how European farming works, so farmers can plan a future with stable incomes, healthy land and food you can trust.

]]> 3124 no Next Bite 2025: Why the Best Story Wins with Jack Bobo In a world of outrage, your message needs to cut through fast or get lost. Jack Bobo, Director of the Food Systems Institute at the University of Nottingham and former US State Department advisor, joins The Food Fight live at Next Bite 2025 to explain why better communication is critical to better food policy. He’s  here to simplify the science, and to make sure your message actually lands with the consumer. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In a world of outrage, your message needs to cut through fast or get lost. Jack Bobo, Director of the Food Systems Institute at the University of Nottingham and former US State Department advisor, joins The Food Fight live at Next Bite 2025 to explain why better communication is critical to better food policy. He’s  here to simplify the science, and to make sure your message actually lands with the consumer. In a world of outrage, your message needs to cut through fast or get lost. Jack Bobo, Director of the Food Systems Institute at the University of Nottingham and former US State Department advisor, joins The Food Fight live at Next Bite 2025 to explain why better communication is critical to better food policy. He’s  here to simplify the science, and to make sure your message actually lands with the consumer.

]]> 1903 no Next Bite 2025: What Regeneration Really Looks Like with Ian Marshall Forget the buzzwords. Ian Marshall wants to talk about what regenerative agriculture actually means,  not just in the soil, but across the entire food system. Speaking at Next Bite 2025, Ian brings the clarity of a farmer, the vision of a policymaker, and the pragmatism of someone who’s spent his career making change from the ground up.  Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Forget the buzzwords. Ian Marshall wants to talk about what regenerative agriculture actually means,  not just in the soil, but across the entire food system. Speaking at Next Bite 2025, Ian brings the clarity of a farmer, the vision of a policymaker, and the pragmatism of someone who’s spent his career making change from the ground up.  Forget the buzzwords. Ian Marshall wants to talk about what regenerative agriculture actually means,  not just in the soil, but across the entire food system. Speaking at Next Bite 2025, Ian brings the clarity of a farmer, the vision of a policymaker, and the pragmatism of someone who’s spent his career making change from the ground up. 

]]> 2209 Next Bite 2025: The Real Meal with Sorted Food’s Ben Ebbrell Ben Ebbrell is back on the podcast for his third appearance, this time live from Next Bite 2025. As the co-founder of Sorted Food, he’s spent the last fifteen years building one of the world’s most trusted online food communities. But in this conversation, he goes deeper than viral recipes and kitchen hacks. We talk about the foundations of trust, the pressure to stay relevant, and why consumer voices should shape the future of food. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Ben Ebbrell is back on the podcast for his third appearance, this time live from Next Bite 2025. As the co-founder of Sorted Food, he’s spent the last fifteen years building one of the world’s most trusted online food communities. But in this conversation, he goes deeper than viral recipes and kitchen hacks. We talk about the foundations of trust, the pressure to stay relevant, and why consumer voices should shape the future of food. Ben Ebbrell is back on the podcast for his third appearance, this time live from Next Bite 2025. As the co-founder of Sorted Food, he’s spent the last fifteen years building one of the world’s most trusted online food communities. But in this conversation, he goes deeper than viral recipes and kitchen hacks. We talk about the foundations of trust, the pressure to stay relevant, and why consumer voices should shape the future of food.

]]> 2412 no Next Bite 2025: Canada’s Bold Bet on the Future of Food Canada is making big moves in food system transformation and Europe is watching. With major public investment, fast-growing innovation hubs, and a national push toward regenerative agriculture, Canada is moving from strategy to action. In this first episode of the Next Bite 2025 series, we’re joined by Ron Sauvé, Corporate Financing and Senior Accounts Director at Farm Credit Canada; Kyle Hoyda, Business Development Manager at Calgary Economic Development; and Chris Paterson, CEO of Agrisphere. Together, they share what’s driving momentum across Canada, how collaboration with Europe can create real-world impact, and why the most exciting work is only just beginning. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Canada is making big moves in food system transformation and Europe is watching. With major public investment, fast-growing innovation hubs, and a national push toward regenerative agriculture, Canada is moving from strategy to action. In this first episode of the Next Bite 2025 series, we’re joined by Ron Sauvé, Corporate Financing and Senior Accounts Director at Farm Credit Canada; Kyle Hoyda, Business Development Manager at Calgary Economic Development; and Chris Paterson, CEO of Agrisphere. Together, they share what’s driving momentum across Canada, how collaboration with Europe can create real-world impact, and why the most exciting work is only just beginning. Canada is making big moves in food system transformation and Europe is watching. With major public investment, fast-growing innovation hubs, and a national push toward regenerative agriculture, Canada is moving from strategy to action.

In this first episode of the Next Bite 2025 series, we’re joined by Ron Sauvé, Corporate Financing and Senior Accounts Director at Farm Credit Canada; Kyle Hoyda, Business Development Manager at Calgary Economic Development; and Chris Paterson, CEO of Agrisphere. Together, they share what’s driving momentum across Canada, how collaboration with Europe can create real-world impact, and why the most exciting work is only just beginning.

]]> 2929 ImmuGold: How Nutrition Could Redefine Healthy Aging We’re living longer than ever before, but not always healthier. At AZTI Food Innovation Centre in northern Spain, Clara Talens and her team are asking a new question: how do we extend not just life, but quality of life? Their latest initiative, ImmuGold, aims to support healthy aging through smarter, science-driven nutrition. Join the Food Fight to find out how machine learning, clinical trials, and food innovation are coming together to help older adults strengthen their immune systems, and why the future of health might start in the supermarket, not the pharmacy. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food We’re living longer than ever before, but not always healthier. At AZTI Food Innovation Centre in northern Spain, Clara Talens and her team are asking a new question: how do we extend not just life, but quality of life? Their latest initiative, ImmuGold, aims to support healthy aging through smarter, science-driven nutrition. Join the Food Fight to find out how machine learning, clinical trials, and food innovation are coming together to help older adults strengthen their immune systems, and why the future of health might start in the supermarket, not the pharmacy. We’re living longer than ever before, but not always healthier. At AZTI Food Innovation Centre in northern Spain, Clara Talens and her team are asking a new question: how do we extend not just life, but quality of life? Their latest initiative, ImmuGold, aims to support healthy aging through smarter, science-driven nutrition.

Join the Food Fight to find out how machine learning, clinical trials, and food innovation are coming together to help older adults strengthen their immune systems, and why the future of health might start in the supermarket, not the pharmacy.

]]> 974 no Sarah Lake Redesigns Dinner: How Plant-Rich Diets Could Save the Planet Meat is everywhere. On every plate, in every lunchbox, priced to move and hard to avoid.  In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with Sarah Lake, CEO of Tilt Collective, to break down the climate case for plant-rich diets, and why what we grow matters just as much as how we grow it. From military spam rations to fast food menus, Sarah unpacks the system that made meat the default… and the movement working to change that. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Meat is everywhere. On every plate, in every lunchbox, priced to move and hard to avoid.  In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with Sarah Lake, CEO of Tilt Collective, to break down the climate case for plant-rich diets, and why what we grow matters just as much as how we grow it. From military spam rations to fast food menus, Sarah unpacks the system that made meat the default… and the movement working to change that. Meat is everywhere. On every plate, in every lunchbox, priced to move and hard to avoid. 

In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with Sarah Lake, CEO of Tilt Collective, to break down the climate case for plant-rich diets, and why what we grow matters just as much as how we grow it. From military spam rations to fast food menus, Sarah unpacks the system that made meat the default… and the movement working to change that.

]]> 3283 What If This Is the Moment: Systems, Strategy, and Showing Up She was just named one of the top agri-food pioneers to watch, and she’s got a seat at every table that matters.  EIT Food's Glindys Virginia Luciano joins The Food Fight Podcast to talk policy, power, and the future of food. What does real collaboration look like in the world we live in?  Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:08:00 -0000 full EIT Food She was just named one of the top agri-food pioneers to watch, and she’s got a seat at every table that matters.  EIT Food's Glindys Virginia Luciano joins The Food Fight Podcast to talk policy, power, and the future of food. What does real collaboration look like in the world we live in?  She was just named one of the top agri-food pioneers to watch, and she’s got a seat at every table that matters.  EIT Food's Glindys Virginia Luciano joins The Food Fight Podcast to talk policy, power, and the future of food. What does real collaboration look like in the world we live in? 

]]> 2847 no Snack to the Future with Alberts Fancy having a robot make your smoothie? Joining us is Glenn Mathijssen, who shares how Alberts is reinventing the vending machine with custom blends and real ingredients. No bottles, no waste, just good food made fresh, on demand. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Fancy having a robot make your smoothie? Joining us is Glenn Mathijssen, who shares how Alberts is reinventing the vending machine with custom blends and real ingredients. No bottles, no waste, just good food made fresh, on demand. Fancy having a robot make your smoothie? Joining us is Glenn Mathijssen, who shares how Alberts is reinventing the vending machine with custom blends and real ingredients. No bottles, no waste, just good food made fresh, on demand.

]]> 975 no Why What You Eat Matters: London Climate Action Week Part 02 In part two of this special London Climate Action Week double, host Matt Eastland takes us from problem to possibility in the fight for a climate-positive food future. Recorded live at London's iconic Ministry of Sound venue, this episode spotlights farmers, innovators, policymakers, and corporate leaders who are turning bold commitments into action. From regenerative agriculture and supply chain transparency to investment in agri-tech and consumer engagement, guests share the practical steps and systemic changes needed to transform our food system. Along the way, we hear candid reflections on climate burnout, rediscovering hope, and the power of small individual actions - whether reducing food waste, growing your own food, or simply trying something new at the dinner table. Packed with insights from voices often left out of the conversation, this episode is both a reality check and a call to action: change is happening across every stage of the food system, and each of us has a role to play. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In part two of this special London Climate Action Week double, host Matt Eastland takes us from problem to possibility in the fight for a climate-positive food future. Recorded live at London's iconic Ministry of Sound venue, this episode spotlights farmers, innovators, policymakers, and corporate leaders who are turning bold commitments into action. From regenerative agriculture and supply chain transparency to investment in agri-tech and consumer engagement, guests share the practical steps and systemic changes needed to transform our food system. Along the way, we hear candid reflections on climate burnout, rediscovering hope, and the power of small individual actions - whether reducing food waste, growing your own food, or simply trying something new at the dinner table. Packed with insights from voices often left out of the conversation, this episode is both a reality check and a call to action: change is happening across every stage of the food system, and each of us has a role to play. In part two of this special London Climate Action Week double, host Matt Eastland takes us from problem to possibility in the fight for a climate-positive food future. Recorded live at London's iconic Ministry of Sound venue, this episode spotlights farmers, innovators, policymakers, and corporate leaders who are turning bold commitments into action.

From regenerative agriculture and supply chain transparency to investment in agri-tech and consumer engagement, guests share the practical steps and systemic changes needed to transform our food system. Along the way, we hear candid reflections on climate burnout, rediscovering hope, and the power of small individual actions - whether reducing food waste, growing your own food, or simply trying something new at the dinner table.

Packed with insights from voices often left out of the conversation, this episode is both a reality check and a call to action: change is happening across every stage of the food system, and each of us has a role to play.

]]> 1523 no Radically Rethinking the Food System: London Climate Action Week Part 01 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:04:00 -0000 full EIT Food 1738 no The Big Takeaway Season 6 In the season 6 finale of the Food Fight podcast, we revisit the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and urgent themes shaping our food future. From personalised nutrition and the regenerative farming movement to the hidden climate cost of a potato chip, host Matt Eastland brings together lessons and voices from across the season to highlight where transformation is happening - and where it must continue. Whether you’re a policymaker, food innovator, grower, or conscious consumer, this is the essential guide to where food is heading next. Mentioned Episodes:  The Power of Nutrition for Lifelong Health with Dr. Federica Amati Next Bite 2024: The Food Fight Podcast Live from Rome Next Bite 2024 Achieving a Net-Zero Food System Next Bite 2024: Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System Next Bite 2024: Healthier Lives Through Food The Regenerative Rollercoaster: Embracing Failure To Fuel the Future of Farming Trends 2025 Breaking Free: How to Remove Fossil Fuels from Our Food System Empowering SME's To Cut Carbon Policy, Power, and Conscious Leadership Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:50:00 -0000 full EIT Food In the season 6 finale of the Food Fight podcast, we revisit the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and urgent themes shaping our food future. From personalised nutrition and the regenerative farming movement to the hidden climate cost of a potato chip, host Matt Eastland brings together lessons and voices from across the season to highlight where transformation is happening - and where it must continue. Whether you’re a policymaker, food innovator, grower, or conscious consumer, this is the essential guide to where food is heading next. Mentioned Episodes:  The Power of Nutrition for Lifelong Health with Dr. Federica Amati Next Bite 2024: The Food Fight Podcast Live from Rome Next Bite 2024 Achieving a Net-Zero Food System Next Bite 2024: Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System Next Bite 2024: Healthier Lives Through Food The Regenerative Rollercoaster: Embracing Failure To Fuel the Future of Farming Trends 2025 Breaking Free: How to Remove Fossil Fuels from Our Food System Empowering SME's To Cut Carbon Policy, Power, and Conscious Leadership In the season 6 finale of the Food Fight podcast, we revisit the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and urgent themes shaping our food future. From personalised nutrition and the regenerative farming movement to the hidden climate cost of a potato chip, host Matt Eastland brings together lessons and voices from across the season to highlight where transformation is happening - and where it must continue.


Whether you’re a policymaker, food innovator, grower, or conscious consumer, this is the essential guide to where food is heading next.


Mentioned Episodes: 


The Power of Nutrition for Lifelong Health with Dr. Federica Amati

Next Bite 2024: The Food Fight Podcast Live from Rome

Next Bite 2024 Achieving a Net-Zero Food System

Next Bite 2024: Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System

Next Bite 2024: Healthier Lives Through Food

The Regenerative Rollercoaster: Embracing Failure To Fuel the Future of Farming

Trends 2025

Breaking Free: How to Remove Fossil Fuels from Our Food System

Empowering SME's To Cut Carbon

Policy, Power, and Conscious Leadership

]]> 2898 Reviving Our Soils: Transforming Agriculture in the Mediterranean Soil is the foundation of life on Earth: 95% of our food depends on healthy soils, yet nearly one-third of agricultural land worldwide is degraded. As climate change and unsustainable farming practices put even more pressure on soil ecosystems, urgent solutions are needed. Enter LILAS4SOILS, a five-year project funded by Horizon Europe, designed to restore soil health through carbon farming and Living Labs across the Mediterranean. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Soil is the foundation of life on Earth: 95% of our food depends on healthy soils, yet nearly one-third of agricultural land worldwide is degraded. As climate change and unsustainable farming practices put even more pressure on soil ecosystems, urgent solutions are needed. Enter LILAS4SOILS, a five-year project funded by Horizon Europe, designed to restore soil health through carbon farming and Living Labs across the Mediterranean. Soil is the foundation of life on Earth: 95% of our food depends on healthy soils, yet nearly one-third of agricultural land worldwide is degraded. As climate change and unsustainable farming practices put even more pressure on soil ecosystems, urgent solutions are needed. Enter LILAS4SOILS, a five-year project funded by Horizon Europe, designed to restore soil health through carbon farming and Living Labs across the Mediterranean.

]]> 971 Brewing Change: How Coffee Waste Can Power a Sustainable Future What happens to the coffee grounds once your morning cup is finished? For decades, coffee waste has been discarded, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. But what if coffee could be transformed into something valuable? In this episode, The Food Fight Podcast speaks with Kacper Kossowski, co-founder of EcoBean, a company that is tackling coffee waste with innovative technologies that transform it into sustainable, high-value ingredients. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 10:29:00 -0000 full EIT Food What happens to the coffee grounds once your morning cup is finished? For decades, coffee waste has been discarded, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. But what if coffee could be transformed into something valuable? In this episode, The Food Fight Podcast speaks with Kacper Kossowski, co-founder of EcoBean, a company that is tackling coffee waste with innovative technologies that transform it into sustainable, high-value ingredients. What happens to the coffee grounds once your morning cup is finished? For decades, coffee waste has been discarded, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. But what if coffee could be transformed into something valuable? In this episode, The Food Fight Podcast speaks with Kacper Kossowski, co-founder of EcoBean, a company that is tackling coffee waste with innovative technologies that transform it into sustainable, high-value ingredients.

]]> 766 The 3D-Printed Food Revolution Could 3D printing be the future of food? While 3D printing has transformed design and manufacturing, its impact on the food industry is only just beginning. Revo Foods uses 3D printing technology to redefine the texture, taste, and sustainability of plant-based seafood and whole-cut proteins. In this episode, Robin Simsa, CEO and founder of Revo Foods, shares his journey from biotech researcher to food-tech pioneer and discusses how his company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in the alternative protein industry - texture and mouthfeel. From developing plant-based salmon fillets to creating “Prime Cut” alternatives that don’t replicate animal products but stand on their own, Robin explores the next evolution of plant-based foods. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Could 3D printing be the future of food? While 3D printing has transformed design and manufacturing, its impact on the food industry is only just beginning. Revo Foods uses 3D printing technology to redefine the texture, taste, and sustainability of plant-based seafood and whole-cut proteins. In this episode, Robin Simsa, CEO and founder of Revo Foods, shares his journey from biotech researcher to food-tech pioneer and discusses how his company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in the alternative protein industry - texture and mouthfeel. From developing plant-based salmon fillets to creating “Prime Cut” alternatives that don’t replicate animal products but stand on their own, Robin explores the next evolution of plant-based foods. Could 3D printing be the future of food? While 3D printing has transformed design and manufacturing, its impact on the food industry is only just beginning. Revo Foods uses 3D printing technology to redefine the texture, taste, and sustainability of plant-based seafood and whole-cut proteins.


In this episode, Robin Simsa, CEO and founder of Revo Foods, shares his journey from biotech researcher to food-tech pioneer and discusses how his company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in the alternative protein industry - texture and mouthfeel. From developing plant-based salmon fillets to creating “Prime Cut” alternatives that don’t replicate animal products but stand on their own, Robin explores the next evolution of plant-based foods.

]]> 948 Policy, Power, and Conscious Leadership The global food system is at a crossroads. While food and agriculture serve as economic backbones for many nations, they are also the leading contributors to biodiversity loss, climate change, and food insecurity. How do we transform this system to serve people and the planet better? In this episode, Andrew Bovarnick, Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), joins hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace to discuss how governments, corporations, and farmers can work together to drive meaningful change. Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:35:08 -0000 full EIT Food The global food system is at a crossroads. While food and agriculture serve as economic backbones for many nations, they are also the leading contributors to biodiversity loss, climate change, and food insecurity. How do we transform this system to serve people and the planet better? In this episode, Andrew Bovarnick, Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), joins hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace to discuss how governments, corporations, and farmers can work together to drive meaningful change. The global food system is at a crossroads. While food and agriculture serve as economic backbones for many nations, they are also the leading contributors to biodiversity loss, climate change, and food insecurity. How do we transform this system to serve people and the planet better?

In this episode, Andrew Bovarnick, Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), joins hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace to discuss how governments, corporations, and farmers can work together to drive meaningful change.

]]> 3288 The Future of Farming: AI, Digital Agronomy, and the Water Crisis Farming is undergoing a transformation, driven by climate change, water scarcity, and technological innovation. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing water shortages, growers are facing unprecedented challenges. But can digital agronomy and AI-powered solutions help? In this episode, we sit down with Darryn Keiller, founder and CEO of WayBeyond, to explore how data-driven farming, predictive analytics, and AI are revolutionising agriculture. Darryn shares insights on how precision irrigation, real-time climate modelling, and automated pest management are helping farmers optimise production, conserve resources, and prepare for the future. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:38:19 -0000 full EIT Food Farming is undergoing a transformation, driven by climate change, water scarcity, and technological innovation. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing water shortages, growers are facing unprecedented challenges. But can digital agronomy and AI-powered solutions help? In this episode, we sit down with Darryn Keiller, founder and CEO of WayBeyond, to explore how data-driven farming, predictive analytics, and AI are revolutionising agriculture. Darryn shares insights on how precision irrigation, real-time climate modelling, and automated pest management are helping farmers optimise production, conserve resources, and prepare for the future. Farming is undergoing a transformation, driven by climate change, water scarcity, and technological innovation. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing water shortages, growers are facing unprecedented challenges. But can digital agronomy and AI-powered solutions help?

In this episode, we sit down with Darryn Keiller, founder and CEO of WayBeyond, to explore how data-driven farming, predictive analytics, and AI are revolutionising agriculture. Darryn shares insights on how precision irrigation, real-time climate modelling, and automated pest management are helping farmers optimise production, conserve resources, and prepare for the future.

]]> 1040 Food Trends 2025: Regeneration, AI, and the Future of What We Eat 2025 is set to be a year of radical change in the food system. From the expansion of regenerative agriculture to the rise of AI-driven food innovation, key trends are shaping the future of what we eat. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by food trends expert Ed Bergen and Michelin-trained chef Estefania Simon-Sasyk to explore the biggest shifts happening in food. Top 5 food trends to watch in 2025 - https://www.eitfood.eu/blog/5-food-trends-2025 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food 2025 is set to be a year of radical change in the food system. From the expansion of regenerative agriculture to the rise of AI-driven food innovation, key trends are shaping the future of what we eat. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by food trends expert Ed Bergen and Michelin-trained chef Estefania Simon-Sasyk to explore the biggest shifts happening in food. Top 5 food trends to watch in 2025 - https://www.eitfood.eu/blog/5-food-trends-2025 2025 is set to be a year of radical change in the food system. From the expansion of regenerative agriculture to the rise of AI-driven food innovation, key trends are shaping the future of what we eat. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by food trends expert Ed Bergen and Michelin-trained chef Estefania Simon-Sasyk to explore the biggest shifts happening in food.

Top 5 food trends to watch in 2025 - https://www.eitfood.eu/blog/5-food-trends-2025

]]> 3160 Breaking the Blind Spot: Revolutionizing Food Transparency with Blockchain and AI With consumers increasingly demanding to know the origins of their food and regulators tightening their focus on sustainability, transparency is no longer optional, it’s essential. Joined by Ofir Ardon of AgriTask and Maxine Roper of Connecting Food, Matt Eastland unpacks how innovative technologies like blockchain, AI, and digital twins make supply chains more transparent, efficient, and sustainable. Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:09:14 -0000 full EIT Food With consumers increasingly demanding to know the origins of their food and regulators tightening their focus on sustainability, transparency is no longer optional, it’s essential. Joined by Ofir Ardon of AgriTask and Maxine Roper of Connecting Food, Matt Eastland unpacks how innovative technologies like blockchain, AI, and digital twins make supply chains more transparent, efficient, and sustainable. With consumers increasingly demanding to know the origins of their food and regulators tightening their focus on sustainability, transparency is no longer optional, it’s essential. Joined by Ofir Ardon of AgriTask and Maxine Roper of Connecting Food, Matt Eastland unpacks how innovative technologies like blockchain, AI, and digital twins make supply chains more transparent, efficient, and sustainable.


]]> 3336 Harnessing the Power of Satellites with Constellr Join us in this special docu-episode of the Food Fight Podcast as we dive deep into the intersection of space technology and food security with Max Gulde, CEO of Constellr. Discover how innovative satellite technology is being harnessed to tackle one of humanity's biggest challenges: climate change. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Join us in this special docu-episode of the Food Fight Podcast as we dive deep into the intersection of space technology and food security with Max Gulde, CEO of Constellr. Discover how innovative satellite technology is being harnessed to tackle one of humanity's biggest challenges: climate change. Join us in this special docu-episode of the Food Fight Podcast as we dive deep into the intersection of space technology and food security with Max Gulde, CEO of Constellr. Discover how innovative satellite technology is being harnessed to tackle one of humanity's biggest challenges: climate change.

]]> 1113 The Power of Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland sits down with Justine Reichman, the dynamic founder of Next Gen Purpose and host of Essential Ingredients. They delve into Justine’s journey from a chance meeting in a hair salon to building a platform that educates, inspires, and connects entrepreneurs in the food sustainability space. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland sits down with Justine Reichman, the dynamic founder of Next Gen Purpose and host of Essential Ingredients. They delve into Justine’s journey from a chance meeting in a hair salon to building a platform that educates, inspires, and connects entrepreneurs in the food sustainability space. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland sits down with Justine Reichman, the dynamic founder of Next Gen Purpose and host of Essential Ingredients. They delve into Justine’s journey from a chance meeting in a hair salon to building a platform that educates, inspires, and connects entrepreneurs in the food sustainability space.


]]> 1531 Bridging the Gender Gap in STEM with Girls Go Circular In a world where only 3% of investment goes to women-led businesses, programs like Girls Go Circular are changing the narrative. This groundbreaking initiative equips girls aged 14-18 with digital, entrepreneurial, and green skills, empowering them to close the gender gap in STEM and innovation. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by Solène Moutier, Laura Borge, and alumna Daniela Garcia Moreno to discuss how the program is fostering diversity, confidence, and creativity. Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In a world where only 3% of investment goes to women-led businesses, programs like Girls Go Circular are changing the narrative. This groundbreaking initiative equips girls aged 14-18 with digital, entrepreneurial, and green skills, empowering them to close the gender gap in STEM and innovation. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by Solène Moutier, Laura Borge, and alumna Daniela Garcia Moreno to discuss how the program is fostering diversity, confidence, and creativity. In a world where only 3% of investment goes to women-led businesses, programs like Girls Go Circular are changing the narrative. This groundbreaking initiative equips girls aged 14-18 with digital, entrepreneurial, and green skills, empowering them to close the gender gap in STEM and innovation. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by Solène Moutier, Laura Borge, and alumna Daniela Garcia Moreno to discuss how the program is fostering diversity, confidence, and creativity.

]]> 1124 Breaking Free: How to Remove Fossil Fuels from Our Food System The food system accounts for 15% of global fossil fuel use, but where does that energy really go? In this episode, Matt Eastland speaks with Anna Lappé to break down the invisible dependence of our food systems on fossil fuels—and the solutions to fix it. From production to processing, packaging to disposal, every step in our food supply chain is tied to energy-intensive practices, most of which rely on fossil fuels. Anna emphasises that these dependencies are ecological, political, and economic risks we can no longer ignore. Learn how we can move away from synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, why regenerative agriculture holds the key to restoring food and climate resilience, and why ultra-processed foods must be part of the conversation. This is not about technological silver bullets; it’s about systems change and collective action that prioritises people, nature, and a fossil-free future. For further conversation around Fossil Fuels, listen now Anna's 'Fuel To Fork' Podcast Series - https://tabledebates.org/fueltofork Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food The food system accounts for 15% of global fossil fuel use, but where does that energy really go? In this episode, Matt Eastland speaks with Anna Lappé to break down the invisible dependence of our food systems on fossil fuels—and the solutions to fix it. From production to processing, packaging to disposal, every step in our food supply chain is tied to energy-intensive practices, most of which rely on fossil fuels. Anna emphasises that these dependencies are ecological, political, and economic risks we can no longer ignore. Learn how we can move away from synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, why regenerative agriculture holds the key to restoring food and climate resilience, and why ultra-processed foods must be part of the conversation. This is not about technological silver bullets; it’s about systems change and collective action that prioritises people, nature, and a fossil-free future. For further conversation around Fossil Fuels, listen now Anna's 'Fuel To Fork' Podcast Series - https://tabledebates.org/fueltofork The food system accounts for 15% of global fossil fuel use, but where does that energy really go? In this episode, Matt Eastland speaks with Anna Lappé to break down the invisible dependence of our food systems on fossil fuels—and the solutions to fix it. From production to processing, packaging to disposal, every step in our food supply chain is tied to energy-intensive practices, most of which rely on fossil fuels. Anna emphasises that these dependencies are ecological, political, and economic risks we can no longer ignore.

Learn how we can move away from synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, why regenerative agriculture holds the key to restoring food and climate resilience, and why ultra-processed foods must be part of the conversation. This is not about technological silver bullets; it’s about systems change and collective action that prioritises people, nature, and a fossil-free future.


For further conversation around Fossil Fuels, listen now Anna's 'Fuel To Fork' Podcast Series - https://tabledebates.org/fueltofork


]]> 2429 The Regenerative Rollercoaster: Embracing Failure to Fuel the Future of Farming Failure: a word that often carries stigma, yet it’s the bedrock of regenerative farming. In this rollercoaster of an episode, Matt Eastland, Sarah Langford, and Patrick Holden delve into how farmers' mistakes, missteps, and failures are reshaping agriculture for a sustainable future. Together, they explore the emotional and practical challenges of failure: the lost crops, the economic pressures, and the lessons that only hard-earned experience can teach. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 1 EIT Food Failure: a word that often carries stigma, yet it’s the bedrock of regenerative farming. In this rollercoaster of an episode, Matt Eastland, Sarah Langford, and Patrick Holden delve into how farmers' mistakes, missteps, and failures are reshaping agriculture for a sustainable future. Together, they explore the emotional and practical challenges of failure: the lost crops, the economic pressures, and the lessons that only hard-earned experience can teach. Failure: a word that often carries stigma, yet it’s the bedrock of regenerative farming. In this rollercoaster of an episode, Matt Eastland, Sarah Langford, and Patrick Holden delve into how farmers' mistakes, missteps, and failures are reshaping agriculture for a sustainable future. Together, they explore the emotional and practical challenges of failure: the lost crops, the economic pressures, and the lessons that only hard-earned experience can teach.

]]> 3641 yes Next Bite 2024: Healthier Lives Through Food What if the food you eat could reshape your health, transform the planet, and empower communities? From groundbreaking microbiome research to leveraging artificial intelligence for personalised nutrition, our panel of experts bring their unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in food systems. Together, they paint an exciting picture of a future where technology, collaboration, and creativity converge to revolutionise what and how we eat. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 13:32:53 -0000 full EIT Food What if the food you eat could reshape your health, transform the planet, and empower communities? From groundbreaking microbiome research to leveraging artificial intelligence for personalised nutrition, our panel of experts bring their unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in food systems. Together, they paint an exciting picture of a future where technology, collaboration, and creativity converge to revolutionise what and how we eat. What if the food you eat could reshape your health, transform the planet, and empower communities?

From groundbreaking microbiome research to leveraging artificial intelligence for personalised nutrition, our panel of experts bring their unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in food systems. Together, they paint an exciting picture of a future where technology, collaboration, and creativity converge to revolutionise what and how we eat.

]]> 3618 Next Bite 2024: Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System In this instalment of the Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland invites leading voices from across the food sector to discuss transformative approaches to building fair and resilient food systems. From grassroots innovation to systemic policy shifts, this episode explores how collective action, innovative tools, and education can drive meaningful change in the agri-food landscape. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 10:30:27 -0000 full EIT Food In this instalment of the Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland invites leading voices from across the food sector to discuss transformative approaches to building fair and resilient food systems. From grassroots innovation to systemic policy shifts, this episode explores how collective action, innovative tools, and education can drive meaningful change in the agri-food landscape. In this instalment of the Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland invites leading voices from across the food sector to discuss transformative approaches to building fair and resilient food systems. From grassroots innovation to systemic policy shifts, this episode explores how collective action, innovative tools, and education can drive meaningful change in the agri-food landscape.

]]> 2704 Next Bite 2024: A Net Zero Food System The food system is at the heart of the global climate crisis, responsible for nearly a third of greenhouse gas emissions. In this episode, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland and a panel of innovators, change makers, and researchers explore the multifaceted journey toward achieving a net-zero food system. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:48:00 -0000 full EIT Food The food system is at the heart of the global climate crisis, responsible for nearly a third of greenhouse gas emissions. In this episode, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland and a panel of innovators, change makers, and researchers explore the multifaceted journey toward achieving a net-zero food system. The food system is at the heart of the global climate crisis, responsible for nearly a third of greenhouse gas emissions. In this episode, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland and a panel of innovators, change makers, and researchers explore the multifaceted journey toward achieving a net-zero food system.

]]> 2541 Next Bite 2024: The Food Fight Podcast Live from Rome Join us live from the pulse of Next Bite 2024 in Rome, where EIT Food Fight brings together the visionaries rewriting the future of food. In this special episode, Matt Eastland dives deep with leaders who are breaking down the status quo and rallying the industry to think bigger, move faster, and collaborate harder. This isn’t just another conference; it’s a call to action for anyone committed to a world where the food system works for people and the planet. From regenerative practices to tech-powered transformations, this episode captures the pivotal conversations that define the road ahead. Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:44:59 -0000 full EIT Food Join us live from the pulse of Next Bite 2024 in Rome, where EIT Food Fight brings together the visionaries rewriting the future of food. In this special episode, Matt Eastland dives deep with leaders who are breaking down the status quo and rallying the industry to think bigger, move faster, and collaborate harder. This isn’t just another conference; it’s a call to action for anyone committed to a world where the food system works for people and the planet. From regenerative practices to tech-powered transformations, this episode captures the pivotal conversations that define the road ahead. Join us live from the pulse of Next Bite 2024 in Rome, where EIT Food Fight brings together the visionaries rewriting the future of food. In this special episode, Matt Eastland dives deep with leaders who are breaking down the status quo and rallying the industry to think bigger, move faster, and collaborate harder. This isn’t just another conference; it’s a call to action for anyone committed to a world where the food system works for people and the planet. From regenerative practices to tech-powered transformations, this episode captures the pivotal conversations that define the road ahead.


]]> 3138 Will Rapid Testing Save the World’s Chocolate? In this special documentary episode, we take a deep dive into the global crisis threatening one of the world’s most beloved treats: chocolate. Cocoa Swollen Shoot Viral Disease (CSSVD) is decimating cocoa crops in West Africa, endangering the livelihoods of millions of farmers and pushing up the price of cocoa to unprecedented levels. Gianpaolo Rando, co-founder of SwissDeCode, breaks down how innovative rapid testing technology could be the solution to save cocoa trees, stop the spread of disease, and secure the future of chocolate. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:11:42 -0000 full EIT Food In this special documentary episode, we take a deep dive into the global crisis threatening one of the world’s most beloved treats: chocolate. Cocoa Swollen Shoot Viral Disease (CSSVD) is decimating cocoa crops in West Africa, endangering the livelihoods of millions of farmers and pushing up the price of cocoa to unprecedented levels. Gianpaolo Rando, co-founder of SwissDeCode, breaks down how innovative rapid testing technology could be the solution to save cocoa trees, stop the spread of disease, and secure the future of chocolate. In this special documentary episode, we take a deep dive into the global crisis threatening one of the world’s most beloved treats: chocolate. Cocoa Swollen Shoot Viral Disease (CSSVD) is decimating cocoa crops in West Africa, endangering the livelihoods of millions of farmers and pushing up the price of cocoa to unprecedented levels. Gianpaolo Rando, co-founder of SwissDeCode, breaks down how innovative rapid testing technology could be the solution to save cocoa trees, stop the spread of disease, and secure the future of chocolate.

]]> 1109 The Digital Revolution of Small-Scale Farming In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, our host Matt Eastland welcomes Pete Russell, the founder of Oooby, a groundbreaking platform reshaping the future of small-scale farming. As traditional food systems become unsustainable and disconnected from local producers, Oooby offers a decentralised solution that empowers farmers and reinvigorates community-based food supply chains. Pete shares his entrepreneurial journey, from importing frozen pastries to realising his role in the problem of mass-produced food, and ultimately founding Oooby. The platform’s mission? To help small-scale farmers reclaim market share and thrive in an industry dominated by big corporations. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:30:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, our host Matt Eastland welcomes Pete Russell, the founder of Oooby, a groundbreaking platform reshaping the future of small-scale farming. As traditional food systems become unsustainable and disconnected from local producers, Oooby offers a decentralised solution that empowers farmers and reinvigorates community-based food supply chains. Pete shares his entrepreneurial journey, from importing frozen pastries to realising his role in the problem of mass-produced food, and ultimately founding Oooby. The platform’s mission? To help small-scale farmers reclaim market share and thrive in an industry dominated by big corporations. In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, our host Matt Eastland welcomes Pete Russell, the founder of Oooby, a groundbreaking platform reshaping the future of small-scale farming. As traditional food systems become unsustainable and disconnected from local producers, Oooby offers a decentralised solution that empowers farmers and reinvigorates community-based food supply chains.


Pete shares his entrepreneurial journey, from importing frozen pastries to realising his role in the problem of mass-produced food, and ultimately founding Oooby. The platform’s mission? To help small-scale farmers reclaim market share and thrive in an industry dominated by big corporations.

]]> 3019 yes Empowering SME's To Cut Carbon In this episode of our docu-series, Sylvie Chin, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearCO2, discusses the importance of terminology and carbon credits. She shares insights on building a sustainable future, challenges faced by startups, and how ClearCO2 helps small businesses can lower their carbon footprint. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 2 EIT Food In this episode of our docu-series, Sylvie Chin, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearCO2, discusses the importance of terminology and carbon credits. She shares insights on building a sustainable future, challenges faced by startups, and how ClearCO2 helps small businesses can lower their carbon footprint. In this episode of our docu-series, Sylvie Chin, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearCO2, discusses the importance of terminology and carbon credits. She shares insights on building a sustainable future, challenges faced by startups, and how ClearCO2 helps small businesses can lower their carbon footprint.

]]> 1007 Fishing for Flavour with Sustainable Alternative Seafood In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland dives deep into the world of alternative seafood with pioneers Deniz Ficicioglu, co-founder of Betta Fish, and Sina Albanese, co-founder of Koralo. These innovators are reshaping the seafood industry by developing plant-based and microalgae-based seafood alternatives, addressing some of the most critical environmental and ethical issues facing the oceans today. From overfishing to habitat destruction, Deniz and Sina share how their work is paving the way for a more sustainable and nutritious future. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 6 EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland dives deep into the world of alternative seafood with pioneers Deniz Ficicioglu, co-founder of Betta Fish, and Sina Albanese, co-founder of Koralo. These innovators are reshaping the seafood industry by developing plant-based and microalgae-based seafood alternatives, addressing some of the most critical environmental and ethical issues facing the oceans today. From overfishing to habitat destruction, Deniz and Sina share how their work is paving the way for a more sustainable and nutritious future. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland dives deep into the world of alternative seafood with pioneers Deniz Ficicioglu, co-founder of Betta Fish, and Sina Albanese, co-founder of Koralo. These innovators are reshaping the seafood industry by developing plant-based and microalgae-based seafood alternatives, addressing some of the most critical environmental and ethical issues facing the oceans today. From overfishing to habitat destruction, Deniz and Sina share how their work is paving the way for a more sustainable and nutritious future.

]]> 3404 Is the Future of Alternative Proteins Dependent on Taste? In this episode of our docu-series, host Matt Eastland delves into the transformative world of the food industry, focusing on the rise of alternative proteins. Joined by Dr. Peter Klosse, aka the Taste Professor, we explore the critical challenges of replicating the taste and texture of traditional foods with new plant-based and algae-derived alternatives. With a passion for flavour at the forefront, we explore what truly makes our favourite meals unforgettable. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full 6 2 EIT Food In this episode of our docu-series, host Matt Eastland delves into the transformative world of the food industry, focusing on the rise of alternative proteins. Joined by Dr. Peter Klosse, aka the Taste Professor, we explore the critical challenges of replicating the taste and texture of traditional foods with new plant-based and algae-derived alternatives. With a passion for flavour at the forefront, we explore what truly makes our favourite meals unforgettable. In this episode of our docu-series, host Matt Eastland delves into the transformative world of the food industry, focusing on the rise of alternative proteins. Joined by Dr. Peter Klosse, aka the Taste Professor, we explore the critical challenges of replicating the taste and texture of traditional foods with new plant-based and algae-derived alternatives. With a passion for flavour at the forefront, we explore what truly makes our favourite meals unforgettable.

]]> 827 The Power of Nutrition for Lifelong Health with Dr. Federica Amati In this exciting kickoff to series 6 of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with renowned nutritionist, public health advocate, and author Dr. Federica Amati. Dr. Amati shares her invaluable insights into how nutrition is a powerful tool for enhancing our health across all stages of life. Drawing from her latest book, Everybody Should Know This, she delves into the science behind eating for lifelong health and explains why food choices matter more now than ever. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:01:37 -0000 full 6 EIT Food In this exciting kickoff to series 6 of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with renowned nutritionist, public health advocate, and author Dr. Federica Amati. Dr. Amati shares her invaluable insights into how nutrition is a powerful tool for enhancing our health across all stages of life. Drawing from her latest book, Everybody Should Know This, she delves into the science behind eating for lifelong health and explains why food choices matter more now than ever. In this exciting kickoff to series 6 of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland sits down with renowned nutritionist, public health advocate, and author Dr. Federica Amati. Dr. Amati shares her invaluable insights into how nutrition is a powerful tool for enhancing our health across all stages of life. Drawing from her latest book, Everybody Should Know This, she delves into the science behind eating for lifelong health and explains why food choices matter more now than ever.

]]> 4396 Season 6 Trailer! Back Next Week! The Food Fight Podcast is back next week for Season 6! Make sure to follow so you never miss an episode. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000 trailer 6 EIT Food The Food Fight Podcast is back next week for Season 6! Make sure to follow so you never miss an episode. The Food Fight Podcast is back next week for Season 6! Make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.

]]> 120 The Big Takeaway Season Five Our host, Matt Eastland, reflects on the highlights of Season 5 of The Food Fight Podcast, from discussions on farming roots to regenerative agriculture and sustainability innovations. Explore the world of automated pizza robots and the art of tasting Kraft chocolate with a flavour expert, and don’t miss our interview with ex-Love Islander and TikTok influencer Farmer Will Young. Meet EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman, and celebrate the entrepreneurs and technologies shaping a better food future. Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:06:00 -0000 full EIT Food Our host, Matt Eastland, reflects on the highlights of Season 5 of The Food Fight Podcast, from discussions on farming roots to regenerative agriculture and sustainability innovations. Explore the world of automated pizza robots and the art of tasting Kraft chocolate with a flavour expert, and don’t miss our interview with ex-Love Islander and TikTok influencer Farmer Will Young. Meet EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman, and celebrate the entrepreneurs and technologies shaping a better food future. Our host, Matt Eastland, reflects on the highlights of Season 5 of The Food Fight Podcast, from discussions on farming roots to regenerative agriculture and sustainability innovations. Explore the world of automated pizza robots and the art of tasting Kraft chocolate with a flavour expert, and don’t miss our interview with ex-Love Islander and TikTok influencer Farmer Will Young. Meet EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman, and celebrate the entrepreneurs and technologies shaping a better food future.

]]> 1476 Revolutionising Regenerative Agriculture With Wildfarmed Inspired by Andy Cato's awakening to agriculture's impact, Wildfarmed adopts practices like crop diversity and minimal chemical usage, promising environmental sustainability and profitability. Join co-founder Edd Lees and The Food Fight Podcast’s host Matt Eastland as they dive into regenerative farming's potential to reshape agriculture. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Inspired by Andy Cato's awakening to agriculture's impact, Wildfarmed adopts practices like crop diversity and minimal chemical usage, promising environmental sustainability and profitability. Join co-founder Edd Lees and The Food Fight Podcast’s host Matt Eastland as they dive into regenerative farming's potential to reshape agriculture. Inspired by Andy Cato's awakening to agriculture's impact, Wildfarmed adopts practices like crop diversity and minimal chemical usage, promising environmental sustainability and profitability. Join co-founder Edd Lees and The Food Fight Podcast’s host Matt Eastland as they dive into regenerative farming's potential to reshape agriculture.

]]> 2746 Unveiling the Cellular Wellness Solution with Dr. Bill Rawls Welcome to this week’s episode of The Food Fight podcast, where Dr. Bill Rawls, author of "Unlocking Lyme” and “The Cellular Wellness Solution", shares his journey of overcoming chronic illness using food and plants. After facing the limitations of modern medicine, Dr. Rawls delved into alternative treatments and discovered a path to wellness. Join our host, Matt Eastland, as we explore the impact of dietary choices and the potential of using natural remedies to address chronic health issues. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Welcome to this week’s episode of The Food Fight podcast, where Dr. Bill Rawls, author of "Unlocking Lyme” and “The Cellular Wellness Solution", shares his journey of overcoming chronic illness using food and plants. After facing the limitations of modern medicine, Dr. Rawls delved into alternative treatments and discovered a path to wellness. Join our host, Matt Eastland, as we explore the impact of dietary choices and the potential of using natural remedies to address chronic health issues. Welcome to this week’s episode of The Food Fight podcast, where Dr. Bill Rawls, author of "Unlocking Lyme” and “The Cellular Wellness Solution", shares his journey of overcoming chronic illness using food and plants. After facing the limitations of modern medicine, Dr. Rawls delved into alternative treatments and discovered a path to wellness. Join our host, Matt Eastland, as we explore the impact of dietary choices and the potential of using natural remedies to address chronic health issues.

]]> 3486 WE Lead Food: Championing Women's Leadership in the Food System To mark International Women's Day (IWD), The Food Fight podcast host Matt Eastland welcomes Dr. Shima Barakat and Dr. Maarten van der Kamp for a timely conversation on gender equality and women leadership within the food industry. With the 2024 IWD theme being "Inspire Inclusion,” join Matt, Shima, and Maarten to celebrate the fifth anniversary of WE Lead Food – a training programme and network to support women leaders and entrepreneurs in the food sector. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food To mark International Women's Day (IWD), The Food Fight podcast host Matt Eastland welcomes Dr. Shima Barakat and Dr. Maarten van der Kamp for a timely conversation on gender equality and women leadership within the food industry. With the 2024 IWD theme being "Inspire Inclusion,” join Matt, Shima, and Maarten to celebrate the fifth anniversary of WE Lead Food – a training programme and network to support women leaders and entrepreneurs in the food sector. To mark International Women's Day (IWD), The Food Fight podcast host Matt Eastland welcomes Dr. Shima Barakat and Dr. Maarten van der Kamp for a timely conversation on gender equality and women leadership within the food industry. With the 2024 IWD theme being "Inspire Inclusion,” join Matt, Shima, and Maarten to celebrate the fifth anniversary of WE Lead Food – a training programme and network to support women leaders and entrepreneurs in the food sector.

]]> 3232 Crafting a Chocolate Revolution: Sustainability, Ethics, and Flavour in the Chocolate Industry In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland delves into the world of chocolate and its sustainability issues. The European chocolate market, valued at 42 billion euros in 2022, is growing rapidly. Spencer Hyman, co-founder of Cocoa Runners, shares insights on craft chocolate and ethical production practices. As consumers question the environmental impact of chocolate, the discussion explores how to enjoy chocolate sustainably. Get 15% off your Cocoa Runners Virtual Tasting Kit with offer code: eitcr15 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland delves into the world of chocolate and its sustainability issues. The European chocolate market, valued at 42 billion euros in 2022, is growing rapidly. Spencer Hyman, co-founder of Cocoa Runners, shares insights on craft chocolate and ethical production practices. As consumers question the environmental impact of chocolate, the discussion explores how to enjoy chocolate sustainably. Get 15% off your Cocoa Runners Virtual Tasting Kit with offer code: eitcr15 In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland delves into the world of chocolate and its sustainability issues. The European chocolate market, valued at 42 billion euros in 2022, is growing rapidly. Spencer Hyman, co-founder of Cocoa Runners, shares insights on craft chocolate and ethical production practices. As consumers question the environmental impact of chocolate, the discussion explores how to enjoy chocolate sustainably.

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]]> 2936 Regenerating the food system: a conversation with EIT Food CEO, Richard Zaltzman In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland is joined by EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman. At the heart of Richard’s approach is the concept of regenerative leadership, which can create the culture for tackling systemic issues within the food system. In a wide-ranging conversation, Richard describes his personal journey to agrifood leadership and what he views as the biggest challenges in the food system. Looking to the future, he discusses transformative ideas and novel business models, and how everybody can be part of this journey. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland is joined by EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman. At the heart of Richard’s approach is the concept of regenerative leadership, which can create the culture for tackling systemic issues within the food system. In a wide-ranging conversation, Richard describes his personal journey to agrifood leadership and what he views as the biggest challenges in the food system. Looking to the future, he discusses transformative ideas and novel business models, and how everybody can be part of this journey. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland is joined by EIT Food’s new CEO, Richard Zaltzman. At the heart of Richard’s approach is the concept of regenerative leadership, which can create the culture for tackling systemic issues within the food system. In a wide-ranging conversation, Richard describes his personal journey to agrifood leadership and what he views as the biggest challenges in the food system. Looking to the future, he discusses transformative ideas and novel business models, and how everybody can be part of this journey.

]]> 3699 Harnessing the Power of Online Communities How Sorted Food is Improving the Food System In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland welcomes back Ben Ebbrell, co-founder of Sorted Food, to discuss the importance of online food communities and their role in improving our food. They explore how social media can serve as a source of consumer and product insights, and how AI software can be used to harness these insights and create better food products. Tune in to learn more about the potential of harnessing online communities' power to improve our food. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland welcomes back Ben Ebbrell, co-founder of Sorted Food, to discuss the importance of online food communities and their role in improving our food. They explore how social media can serve as a source of consumer and product insights, and how AI software can be used to harness these insights and create better food products. Tune in to learn more about the potential of harnessing online communities' power to improve our food. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland welcomes back Ben Ebbrell, co-founder of Sorted Food, to discuss the importance of online food communities and their role in improving our food. They explore how social media can serve as a source of consumer and product insights, and how AI software can be used to harness these insights and create better food products. Tune in to learn more about the potential of harnessing online communities' power to improve our food.


]]> 2673 Unpacking the Pitfalls and Promises of Food Robotics and Automation In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the world of robotics and automation in the food industry. Joined by Jonah Bliss, founder of Curbivore and writer for OttoMate, they discuss the benefits and challenges of incorporating robots into the food industry. From robot deliveries to automated vending machines, they delve into the exciting possibilities and the impact on the future of food. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the world of robotics and automation in the food industry. Joined by Jonah Bliss, founder of Curbivore and writer for OttoMate, they discuss the benefits and challenges of incorporating robots into the food industry. From robot deliveries to automated vending machines, they delve into the exciting possibilities and the impact on the future of food. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the world of robotics and automation in the food industry. Joined by Jonah Bliss, founder of Curbivore and writer for OttoMate, they discuss the benefits and challenges of incorporating robots into the food industry. From robot deliveries to automated vending machines, they delve into the exciting possibilities and the impact on the future of food.

]]> 2667 Catalysing Climate Action In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the intersection of food systems and climate change. He highlights the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) and how food finally took centre stage as a solution to the climate crisis. With food and agriculture responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, the conference dedicated a full day to address these issues. Special guest Dhanush Dinesh, Chief Climate Catalyst at Clim-Eat, joins the conversation to share insights on food systems transformation under climate change and creating a more sustainable and equitable future. Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:30:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the intersection of food systems and climate change. He highlights the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) and how food finally took centre stage as a solution to the climate crisis. With food and agriculture responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, the conference dedicated a full day to address these issues. Special guest Dhanush Dinesh, Chief Climate Catalyst at Clim-Eat, joins the conversation to share insights on food systems transformation under climate change and creating a more sustainable and equitable future. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland explores the intersection of food systems and climate change. He highlights the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) and how food finally took centre stage as a solution to the climate crisis. With food and agriculture responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, the conference dedicated a full day to address these issues. Special guest Dhanush Dinesh, Chief Climate Catalyst at Clim-Eat, joins the conversation to share insights on food systems transformation under climate change and creating a more sustainable and equitable future.

]]> 2622 Unveiling the Secrets of a Food Futurist Matt Eastland welcomes author, speaker, and food futurist Tony Hunter to discuss the future of food. With the current challenges in our food system, such as feeding a growing population and adapting to climate change, Tony provides insights and cutting-edge research on how we can sustainably address these issues. Drawing on his three decades of experience in the food industry, Tony emphasises the potential of agri-food tech to offer solutions for feeding the global population in a healthy and sustainable way. Tune in to gain a roadmap into the future of food and discover the opportunities that lie ahead. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Matt Eastland welcomes author, speaker, and food futurist Tony Hunter to discuss the future of food. With the current challenges in our food system, such as feeding a growing population and adapting to climate change, Tony provides insights and cutting-edge research on how we can sustainably address these issues. Drawing on his three decades of experience in the food industry, Tony emphasises the potential of agri-food tech to offer solutions for feeding the global population in a healthy and sustainable way. Tune in to gain a roadmap into the future of food and discover the opportunities that lie ahead. Matt Eastland welcomes author, speaker, and food futurist Tony Hunter to discuss the future of food. With the current challenges in our food system, such as feeding a growing population and adapting to climate change, Tony provides insights and cutting-edge research on how we can sustainably address these issues. Drawing on his three decades of experience in the food industry, Tony emphasises the potential of agri-food tech to offer solutions for feeding the global population in a healthy and sustainable way. Tune in to gain a roadmap into the future of food and discover the opportunities that lie ahead.

]]> 3199 Sowing Seeds of Change: Green Our Planet's Mission to Transform School Gardens In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland speaks with Ciara Byrne, founder and co-CEO of Green Our Planet. They talk about the importance of involving young people in growing their own produce and how to increase access to fresh and healthy food for everyone. Tune in to learn more about empowering students to cultivate their own food, and don't miss the exciting opportunity for schools to participate in the Garden Connect program for free, thanks to a generous giveaway from Green Our Planet. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland speaks with Ciara Byrne, founder and co-CEO of Green Our Planet. They talk about the importance of involving young people in growing their own produce and how to increase access to fresh and healthy food for everyone. Tune in to learn more about empowering students to cultivate their own food, and don't miss the exciting opportunity for schools to participate in the Garden Connect program for free, thanks to a generous giveaway from Green Our Planet. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, host Matt Eastland speaks with Ciara Byrne, founder and co-CEO of Green Our Planet. They talk about the importance of involving young people in growing their own produce and how to increase access to fresh and healthy food for everyone. Tune in to learn more about empowering students to cultivate their own food, and don't miss the exciting opportunity for schools to participate in the Garden Connect program for free, thanks to a generous giveaway from Green Our Planet.

]]> 3256 Food Foresight: the food trends in 2024 that will shape the future As we move into 2024, a dynamic blend of food trends and cutting-edge technologies are changing how we eat. Join Matt Eastland, along side Ben Ebbrell (Co-founder of Sorted Foods) and Matthew Kessler ('The Feed' podcast host), as they explore the potential impact of these changes on how we perceive, create, and enjoy food throughout this year and beyond. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food As we move into 2024, a dynamic blend of food trends and cutting-edge technologies are changing how we eat. Join Matt Eastland, along side Ben Ebbrell (Co-founder of Sorted Foods) and Matthew Kessler ('The Feed' podcast host), as they explore the potential impact of these changes on how we perceive, create, and enjoy food throughout this year and beyond. As we move into 2024, a dynamic blend of food trends and cutting-edge technologies are changing how we eat. Join Matt Eastland, along side Ben Ebbrell (Co-founder of Sorted Foods) and Matthew Kessler ('The Feed' podcast host), as they explore the potential impact of these changes on how we perceive, create, and enjoy food throughout this year and beyond.

]]> 3309 Harnessing Algorithms for Stress-Free Eating Choices In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and his guests, Fleur Passmann and Hein van Es from Verdify, discuss the importance of personalised nutrition and recipe plans. Fleur, who is not only the COO of Verdify but also a registered clinical dietitian, explains why tailored nutrition is crucial for individuals. They delve into the challenges of creating personalized nutrition plans and recipes and how AI technology can revolutionise the process. Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and his guests, Fleur Passmann and Hein van Es from Verdify, discuss the importance of personalised nutrition and recipe plans. Fleur, who is not only the COO of Verdify but also a registered clinical dietitian, explains why tailored nutrition is crucial for individuals. They delve into the challenges of creating personalized nutrition plans and recipes and how AI technology can revolutionise the process. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and his guests, Fleur Passmann and Hein van Es from Verdify, discuss the importance of personalised nutrition and recipe plans. Fleur, who is not only the COO of Verdify but also a registered clinical dietitian, explains why tailored nutrition is crucial for individuals. They delve into the challenges of creating personalized nutrition plans and recipes and how AI technology can revolutionise the process.

]]> 2424 Decoding Food Product Sustainability In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the topic of measuring sustainability in the food industry. They are joined by Ethan Solovyev, the Chief Innovation Officer at HowGood, a research company with a comprehensive database on food product sustainability. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 3 EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the topic of measuring sustainability in the food industry. They are joined by Ethan Solovyev, the Chief Innovation Officer at HowGood, a research company with a comprehensive database on food product sustainability. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the topic of measuring sustainability in the food industry. They are joined by Ethan Solovyev, the Chief Innovation Officer at HowGood, a research company with a comprehensive database on food product sustainability.

]]> 2949 The Hidden Weak Spots in Our Food Waste Epidemic In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the issue of food waste and the challenges within the food supply chain. They are joined by Antony Yousefian today, Vice President of Climate and Circularity at Wiliot, who explores the staggering statistic that over a third of the food we produce never reaches our plates, amounting to more than 1 billion tons of wasted food globally each year. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:30:00 -0000 full 5 2 EIT Food In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the issue of food waste and the challenges within the food supply chain. They are joined by Antony Yousefian today, Vice President of Climate and Circularity at Wiliot, who explores the staggering statistic that over a third of the food we produce never reaches our plates, amounting to more than 1 billion tons of wasted food globally each year. In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace explore the issue of food waste and the challenges within the food supply chain. They are joined by Antony Yousefian today, Vice President of Climate and Circularity at Wiliot, who explores the staggering statistic that over a third of the food we produce never reaches our plates, amounting to more than 1 billion tons of wasted food globally each year.

]]> 2243 Will Young: The Realities of Farm Life and the Importance of Young Farmers Welcome to a new Season of the Food Fight podcast! In this episode, our host Matt Eastland welcomes farmer and influencer Will Young. Will, known for his adventures on Love Island and the popular TikTok account @FarmerWill, discusses the shortage of young people choosing farming as a career and the importance of encouraging more young farmers. He shares his experiences as a sheep farmer in Buckinghamshire and how he uses his platform to educate others about farm life. Tune in to hear why Will believes farming is a vital profession for the future. Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 1 EIT Food Welcome to a new Season of the Food Fight podcast! In this episode, our host Matt Eastland welcomes farmer and influencer Will Young. Will, known for his adventures on Love Island and the popular TikTok account @FarmerWill, discusses the shortage of young people choosing farming as a career and the importance of encouraging more young farmers. He shares his experiences as a sheep farmer in Buckinghamshire and how he uses his platform to educate others about farm life. Tune in to hear why Will believes farming is a vital profession for the future. Welcome to a new Season of the Food Fight podcast! In this episode, our host Matt Eastland welcomes farmer and influencer Will Young. Will, known for his adventures on Love Island and the popular TikTok account @FarmerWill, discusses the shortage of young people choosing farming as a career and the importance of encouraging more young farmers. He shares his experiences as a sheep farmer in Buckinghamshire and how he uses his platform to educate others about farm life. Tune in to hear why Will believes farming is a vital profession for the future.

]]> 2541 SNV: Addressing the Challenges of Climate Change through Sustainable Food and Water Systems In this mini episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Julius Rono, project manager at SNV in Kenya, discusses the efforts being made to improve water and food systems across the globe in preparation for COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. SNV is a global development organisation focused on lifting rural communities out of poverty and building resilience against climate change. Rono highlights the challenges of degraded land and shrinking water sources, emphasising the importance of sustainable management of food and water systems in cooling the earth. Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:40:23 -0000 full EIT Food In this mini episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Julius Rono, project manager at SNV in Kenya, discusses the efforts being made to improve water and food systems across the globe in preparation for COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. SNV is a global development organisation focused on lifting rural communities out of poverty and building resilience against climate change. Rono highlights the challenges of degraded land and shrinking water sources, emphasising the importance of sustainable management of food and water systems in cooling the earth. In this mini episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Julius Rono, project manager at SNV in Kenya, discusses the efforts being made to improve water and food systems across the globe in preparation for COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. SNV is a global development organisation focused on lifting rural communities out of poverty and building resilience against climate change. Rono highlights the challenges of degraded land and shrinking water sources, emphasising the importance of sustainable management of food and water systems in cooling the earth.

]]> 542 FOLU & The Role of Food and Land Use Coalition at COP28 In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, we talk to Katie McCoshan, Policy and International Engagement Manager at the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU). Katie discusses the importance of food systems and how they will be a key topic at COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. FOLU aims to transform food systems by addressing issues of climate change, environment, nutrition, health, and farmer livelihoods. Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 4 EIT Food In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, we talk to Katie McCoshan, Policy and International Engagement Manager at the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU). Katie discusses the importance of food systems and how they will be a key topic at COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. FOLU aims to transform food systems by addressing issues of climate change, environment, nutrition, health, and farmer livelihoods. In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, we talk to Katie McCoshan, Policy and International Engagement Manager at the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU). Katie discusses the importance of food systems and how they will be a key topic at COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference. FOLU aims to transform food systems by addressing issues of climate change, environment, nutrition, health, and farmer livelihoods.

]]> 589 no FoodBanks: Collaboration and Innovation for Lasting Food System Change In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Ignacio Gavilan, Senior Director of Food Systems Partnerships at the Global Food Banking Network, discusses the urgent need to address the broken food systems that are leaving millions of people without access to food. Gavilan highlights the staggering amount of food that is lost or wasted, accounting for approximately one-third of global greenhouse gas emission Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 3 EIT Food In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Ignacio Gavilan, Senior Director of Food Systems Partnerships at the Global Food Banking Network, discusses the urgent need to address the broken food systems that are leaving millions of people without access to food. Gavilan highlights the staggering amount of food that is lost or wasted, accounting for approximately one-third of global greenhouse gas emission In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Ignacio Gavilan, Senior Director of Food Systems Partnerships at the Global Food Banking Network, discusses the urgent need to address the broken food systems that are leaving millions of people without access to food. Gavilan highlights the staggering amount of food that is lost or wasted, accounting for approximately one-third of global greenhouse gas emission

]]> 503 no The Power of Youth Engagement in Climate Change: Insights from YPARD In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Glindys Virginia Luciano, the Strategic Network Engagement Manager at the Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPard), discusses the important role that young professionals play in building healthy and equitable food systems. YPard is a youth-led organisation that provides a platform for young professionals interested in food systems to network, do policy work, and elevate their voices. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 2 EIT Food In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Glindys Virginia Luciano, the Strategic Network Engagement Manager at the Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPard), discusses the important role that young professionals play in building healthy and equitable food systems. YPard is a youth-led organisation that provides a platform for young professionals interested in food systems to network, do policy work, and elevate their voices. In this mini-episode of the Food Fight Podcast, Glindys Virginia Luciano, the Strategic Network Engagement Manager at the Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPard), discusses the important role that young professionals play in building healthy and equitable food systems. YPard is a youth-led organisation that provides a platform for young professionals interested in food systems to network, do policy work, and elevate their voices.

]]> 592 no Mosa Meat & Climate Resilience Through Protein Diversification In this mini-episode of the Food Fight podcast, we talk to Robert E. Jones, Vice President of Global Public Affairs for Mosa Meat and President of Cellular Agriculture Europe. With the global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050 and meat consumption expected to rise, the traditional methods of meat production are unsustainable. Jones us through the need for innovative solutions like cultivated meat to meet the growing demand while minimising environmental impact. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full 5 1 EIT Food In this mini-episode of the Food Fight podcast, we talk to Robert E. Jones, Vice President of Global Public Affairs for Mosa Meat and President of Cellular Agriculture Europe. With the global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050 and meat consumption expected to rise, the traditional methods of meat production are unsustainable. Jones us through the need for innovative solutions like cultivated meat to meet the growing demand while minimising environmental impact. In this mini-episode of the Food Fight podcast, we talk to Robert E. Jones, Vice President of Global Public Affairs for Mosa Meat and President of Cellular Agriculture Europe. With the global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050 and meat consumption expected to rise, the traditional methods of meat production are unsustainable. Jones us through the need for innovative solutions like cultivated meat to meet the growing demand while minimising environmental impact.

]]> 656 no The role of youth in transforming the food system It’s been over a year since our FutureFoodMakers released their #MenuForChange - six clear action points the sector needs to address for a sustainable food system. For the last episode of series 4, we checked in with Júlia Montoliu and Chloé Dorin (two of our youth food system representatives) to hear about their journey so far and plans for prompting a positive change in our food system. Stay tuned for Series 5 coming soon! Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:00:28 -0000 full EIT Food It’s been over a year since our FutureFoodMakers released their #MenuForChange - six clear action points the sector needs to address for a sustainable food system. For the last episode of series 4, we checked in with Júlia Montoliu and Chloé Dorin (two of our youth food system representatives) to hear about their journey so far and plans for prompting a positive change in our food system. Stay tuned for Series 5 coming soon! It’s been over a year since our FutureFoodMakers released their #MenuForChange - six clear action points the sector needs to address for a sustainable food system. For the last episode of series 4, we checked in with Júlia Montoliu and Chloé Dorin (two of our youth food system representatives) to hear about their journey so far and plans for prompting a positive change in our food system. Stay tuned for Series 5 coming soon!

]]> 1294 Healthy soil, healthy people Owner of Grand Farm and Vermigrand, Alfred Grand, talks to us about the importance of soil health and how his companies employ earth worms to regenerate soils. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:50:10 -0000 full EIT Food Owner of Grand Farm and Vermigrand, Alfred Grand, talks to us about the importance of soil health and how his companies employ earth worms to regenerate soils. Owner of Grand Farm and Vermigrand, Alfred Grand, talks to us about the importance of soil health and how his companies employ earth worms to regenerate soils.

]]> 787 Upcycling fruit pits to cut food waste Luca Fichtinger, Co-Founder of Kern Tec, highlights the huge opportunity in the food industry for repurposing wasted side streams, and explains how his startup is creating novel products from surplus fruit pits. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 09:34:36 -0000 full EIT Food Luca Fichtinger, Co-Founder of Kern Tec, highlights the huge opportunity in the food industry for repurposing wasted side streams, and explains how his startup is creating novel products from surplus fruit pits. Luca Fichtinger, Co-Founder of Kern Tec, highlights the huge opportunity in the food industry for repurposing wasted side streams, and explains how his startup is creating novel products from surplus fruit pits.

]]> 548 AI-infused recipes with a personal twist Jochem Bossenbroek, CEO of Verdify, highlights the role that artificial intelligence can play in personalised nutrition – enabling people to make better food choices. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:45:00 -0000 full EIT Food Jochem Bossenbroek, CEO of Verdify, highlights the role that artificial intelligence can play in personalised nutrition – enabling people to make better food choices. Jochem Bossenbroek, CEO of Verdify, highlights the role that artificial intelligence can play in personalised nutrition – enabling people to make better food choices.

]]> 730 Circular coffee – can we make coffee sustainable? Coffee is close to many people’s hearts, but the coffee industry needs fixing. Deforestation, water scarcity and poverty are among the issues associated with coffee’s global supply chain. This poses the question: can we reinvent our coffee production processes to make them totally circular? To discuss the future of coffee – and positive changes already happening – Matt is joined by Kane Statton (Head of Coffee at Kiss The Hippo) and Juan Medina (CEO & Co-Founder of Kaffe Bueno). Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:15:33 -0000 full EIT Food Coffee is close to many people’s hearts, but the coffee industry needs fixing. Deforestation, water scarcity and poverty are among the issues associated with coffee’s global supply chain. This poses the question: can we reinvent our coffee production processes to make them totally circular? To discuss the future of coffee – and positive changes already happening – Matt is joined by Kane Statton (Head of Coffee at Kiss The Hippo) and Juan Medina (CEO & Co-Founder of Kaffe Bueno). Coffee is close to many people’s hearts, but the coffee industry needs fixing. Deforestation, water scarcity and poverty are among the issues associated with coffee’s global supply chain. This poses the question: can we reinvent our coffee production processes to make them totally circular? To discuss the future of coffee – and positive changes already happening – Matt is joined by Kane Statton (Head of Coffee at Kiss The Hippo) and Juan Medina (CEO & Co-Founder of Kaffe Bueno).

]]> 2729 Tackling root issues in vertical farming HAI TECH LTD is developing a solution for monitoring the health of crop roots in vertical farms. The technology could help farmers to reduce wastage, predict crop yields and increase profitability within this emerging sector of agriculture. To find out more, EIT Food’s Matt Eastland is joined by HAI TECH LTD’s Diego Corona, Andrea Izquierdo and Vasileios Tsormpatzoudis. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food HAI TECH LTD is developing a solution for monitoring the health of crop roots in vertical farms. The technology could help farmers to reduce wastage, predict crop yields and increase profitability within this emerging sector of agriculture. To find out more, EIT Food’s Matt Eastland is joined by HAI TECH LTD’s Diego Corona, Andrea Izquierdo and Vasileios Tsormpatzoudis. HAI TECH LTD is developing a solution for monitoring the health of crop roots in vertical farms. The technology could help farmers to reduce wastage, predict crop yields and increase profitability within this emerging sector of agriculture. To find out more, EIT Food’s Matt Eastland is joined by HAI TECH LTD’s Diego Corona, Andrea Izquierdo and Vasileios Tsormpatzoudis.

]]> 546 Investing in a fairer food system Stefan Wilhelm of the Bayer Foundation and Lisa Jordan from the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation join EIT Food’s Matt Eastland, following the EVPA Annual conference in Brussels. They discuss how food system solutions are supported by a range of philanthropic finance mechanisms, and the opportunities to invest in positive change. Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Stefan Wilhelm of the Bayer Foundation and Lisa Jordan from the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation join EIT Food’s Matt Eastland, following the EVPA Annual conference in Brussels. They discuss how food system solutions are supported by a range of philanthropic finance mechanisms, and the opportunities to invest in positive change. Stefan Wilhelm of the Bayer Foundation and Lisa Jordan from the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation join EIT Food’s Matt Eastland, following the EVPA Annual conference in Brussels. They discuss how food system solutions are supported by a range of philanthropic finance mechanisms, and the opportunities to invest in positive change.

]]> 3017 Designing the reusable packaging of tomorrow Can Lewandowski, Co-founder of Crafting Futures, talks to us about the issue of single-use plastics and how his company is attempting to change consumer habits through systems change and material science innovations.  Wed, 01 Feb 2023 10:00:12 -0000 full EIT Food Can Lewandowski, Co-founder of Crafting Futures, talks to us about the issue of single-use plastics and how his company is attempting to change consumer habits through systems change and material science innovations.  Can Lewandowski, Co-founder of Crafting Futures, talks to us about the issue of single-use plastics and how his company is attempting to change consumer habits through systems change and material science innovations. 

]]> 635 Plastic-eating larvae Nathalie Berezina, Founder and CEO of Norbite, describes their unique approach of turning plastic waste into sustainable goods with their insect-based biorefinery. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:38:14 -0000 full EIT Food Nathalie Berezina, Founder and CEO of Norbite, describes their unique approach of turning plastic waste into sustainable goods with their insect-based biorefinery. Nathalie Berezina, Founder and CEO of Norbite, describes their unique approach of turning plastic waste into sustainable goods with their insect-based biorefinery.

]]> 452 The sustainable insect revolution Marc Bolard, Co-Founder of Nasekomo, highlights how using sustainably farmed insects across our food system, could be an efficient way of solving the worlds protein dependency. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:30:00 -0000 full EIT Food Marc Bolard, Co-Founder of Nasekomo, highlights how using sustainably farmed insects across our food system, could be an efficient way of solving the worlds protein dependency. Marc Bolard, Co-Founder of Nasekomo, highlights how using sustainably farmed insects across our food system, could be an efficient way of solving the worlds protein dependency.

]]> 634 Whats on the menu? Food Trends for 2023 It’s that time of the year again! Matt is back with Ed Bergen (Senior Analyst for Food & Nutrition at FutureBridge) and Sam Newman (Senior Enterprise Account Executive and ‘Chief Cheese Officer’ at TasteWise) looking back on the past year to predict the trends we can expect to see in our food system throughout 2023 and beyond.  Wed, 11 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food It’s that time of the year again! Matt is back with Ed Bergen (Senior Analyst for Food & Nutrition at FutureBridge) and Sam Newman (Senior Enterprise Account Executive and ‘Chief Cheese Officer’ at TasteWise) looking back on the past year to predict the trends we can expect to see in our food system throughout 2023 and beyond.  It’s that time of the year again! Matt is back with Ed Bergen (Senior Analyst for Food & Nutrition at FutureBridge) and Sam Newman (Senior Enterprise Account Executive and ‘Chief Cheese Officer’ at TasteWise) looking back on the past year to predict the trends we can expect to see in our food system throughout 2023 and beyond. 

]]> 3089 The impact of grocery shopping Hélène Saurais, Co-founder and Head of Marketing at Inoqo, highlights the environmental issues of grocery shopping and how they have created a solution to help retailers measure the impact of their products.  Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:56:00 -0000 full EIT Food Hélène Saurais, Co-founder and Head of Marketing at Inoqo, highlights the environmental issues of grocery shopping and how they have created a solution to help retailers measure the impact of their products.  Hélène Saurais, Co-founder and Head of Marketing at Inoqo, highlights the environmental issues of grocery shopping and how they have created a solution to help retailers measure the impact of their products. 

]]> 623 On the breadline - tips for saving money on food Matt is joined by TikTok Chef MealsbyMitch, and Head of Customer Relation and Business Development at Gander, Stacey Williams, who are sharing all their grocery saving tips so you can keep your bills low and stomachs full.  Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:03:00 -0000 full EIT Food Matt is joined by TikTok Chef MealsbyMitch, and Head of Customer Relation and Business Development at Gander, Stacey Williams, who are sharing all their grocery saving tips so you can keep your bills low and stomachs full.  Matt is joined by TikTok Chef MealsbyMitch, and Head of Customer Relation and Business Development at Gander, Stacey Williams, who are sharing all their grocery saving tips so you can keep your bills low and stomachs full. 

]]> 2644 Predictive technology - a solution for water scarcity? Antonella Maggioni, Co-Founder and CEO at Agrow Analytics, highlights the global issue of water scarcity and how they designed a solution to optimise farming productivity and help farmers monitor their water use. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Antonella Maggioni, Co-Founder and CEO at Agrow Analytics, highlights the global issue of water scarcity and how they designed a solution to optimise farming productivity and help farmers monitor their water use. Antonella Maggioni, Co-Founder and CEO at Agrow Analytics, highlights the global issue of water scarcity and how they designed a solution to optimise farming productivity and help farmers monitor their water use.

]]> 534 How can we stop wasting fish? Both fish farms and wild capture fisheries understand the importance of sustainable production, but will it ever be possible to have a fully circular system where we use 100% of the fish we catch or farm? Thor Sigfusson (Founder and Chairman of Iceland Ocean Cluster) and Emil Linfors (Aquaculture Innovation Researcher at the University of Norway) highlight the issue of waste in aquaculture and provide insight into how we could fix our production methods to utilise all of our unwanted fish. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:13:00 -0000 full EIT Food Both fish farms and wild capture fisheries understand the importance of sustainable production, but will it ever be possible to have a fully circular system where we use 100% of the fish we catch or farm? Thor Sigfusson (Founder and Chairman of Iceland Ocean Cluster) and Emil Linfors (Aquaculture Innovation Researcher at the University of Norway) highlight the issue of waste in aquaculture and provide insight into how we could fix our production methods to utilise all of our unwanted fish. Both fish farms and wild capture fisheries understand the importance of sustainable production, but will it ever be possible to have a fully circular system where we use 100% of the fish we catch or farm? Thor Sigfusson (Founder and Chairman of Iceland Ocean Cluster) and Emil Linfors (Aquaculture Innovation Researcher at the University of Norway) highlight the issue of waste in aquaculture and provide insight into how we could fix our production methods to utilise all of our unwanted fish.

]]> 3157 Sky's the limit for urban farming Jens Juul Krogshede, CEO and Co-Founder of Nabofarms, highlights how city centres can be used to grow fresh and sustainable crops to feed local communities.  Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Jens Juul Krogshede, CEO and Co-Founder of Nabofarms, highlights how city centres can be used to grow fresh and sustainable crops to feed local communities.  Jens Juul Krogshede, CEO and Co-Founder of Nabofarms, highlights how city centres can be used to grow fresh and sustainable crops to feed local communities. 

]]> 632 Is algae the new superfood? As our population grows, innovators are turning their attention to sustainable ways of feeding the world. One new solution emerging is Algae! But could this micro plant be the answer our food system is looking for? Isaac Berzin, the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of VAXA, and David Bassett, the Secretary General for the European Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Platform, join Matt Eastland to discuss this unloved material and the impact it could have on our planet.  Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food As our population grows, innovators are turning their attention to sustainable ways of feeding the world. One new solution emerging is Algae! But could this micro plant be the answer our food system is looking for? Isaac Berzin, the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of VAXA, and David Bassett, the Secretary General for the European Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Platform, join Matt Eastland to discuss this unloved material and the impact it could have on our planet.  As our population grows, innovators are turning their attention to sustainable ways of feeding the world. One new solution emerging is Algae! But could this micro plant be the answer our food system is looking for? Isaac Berzin, the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of VAXA, and David Bassett, the Secretary General for the European Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Platform, join Matt Eastland to discuss this unloved material and the impact it could have on our planet. 

]]> 3183 Breeding better plants Sebastian Schultheiss, Managing Director of Computomics, teaches us all about plant breeding and how they are streamlining the industry with their new hybrid plant prediction technology.  Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Sebastian Schultheiss, Managing Director of Computomics, teaches us all about plant breeding and how they are streamlining the industry with their new hybrid plant prediction technology.  Sebastian Schultheiss, Managing Director of Computomics, teaches us all about plant breeding and how they are streamlining the industry with their new hybrid plant prediction technology. 

]]> 543 Responsible fishing - are we in too deep? Is there an urgent need for us to look at fish farming with fresh eyes and fresh ideas? Matt Eastland is joined by Dan Watson (CEO and Co-Founder of SafetyNet Technologies) and Tony Chen (CEO and Co-Founder of Manolin) to discuss whether the fishing industry needs change and how their new technologies are helping usher in a new era of responsible farming.  Wed, 05 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Is there an urgent need for us to look at fish farming with fresh eyes and fresh ideas? Matt Eastland is joined by Dan Watson (CEO and Co-Founder of SafetyNet Technologies) and Tony Chen (CEO and Co-Founder of Manolin) to discuss whether the fishing industry needs change and how their new technologies are helping usher in a new era of responsible farming.  Is there an urgent need for us to look at fish farming with fresh eyes and fresh ideas? Matt Eastland is joined by Dan Watson (CEO and Co-Founder of SafetyNet Technologies) and Tony Chen (CEO and Co-Founder of Manolin) to discuss whether the fishing industry needs change and how their new technologies are helping usher in a new era of responsible farming. 

]]> 2912 Reading between the wines: the art of viticulture Sushma Shankar, Co-Founder of Deep Planet, discusses vineyard care and how their new technology is helping to increase sustainability at the farm level. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food Sushma Shankar, Co-Founder of Deep Planet, discusses vineyard care and how their new technology is helping to increase sustainability at the farm level. Sushma Shankar, Co-Founder of Deep Planet, discusses vineyard care and how their new technology is helping to increase sustainability at the farm level.

]]> 641 The Future of Food: Skills for the future After a busy summer, The Food Fight Podcast is back! In June 2022, EIT Food held the Future of Food conference in Brussels. In today’s episode, we will be hearing pitches from the conference by talented young Europeans involved in the Skills4TheFuture Project, which is empowering youth entrepreneurs to innovate in the agrifood sector and to develop solutions for a future-fit food system Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full EIT Food After a busy summer, The Food Fight Podcast is back! In June 2022, EIT Food held the Future of Food conference in Brussels. In today’s episode, we will be hearing pitches from the conference by talented young Europeans involved in the Skills4TheFuture Project, which is empowering youth entrepreneurs to innovate in the agrifood sector and to develop solutions for a future-fit food system After a busy summer, The Food Fight Podcast is back! In June 2022, EIT Food held the Future of Food conference in Brussels. In today’s episode, we will be hearing pitches from the conference by talented young Europeans involved in the Skills4TheFuture Project, which is empowering youth entrepreneurs to innovate in the agrifood sector and to develop solutions for a future-fit food system

]]> 1201 The Big Takeaway Series 3 It’s that time again! Matt is back with another Big Takeaway Episode, picking out some of the standout moments in Series 3 from food loss and regenerative agriculture, to protein diversification and tackling inequality in the food system. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:27:48 -0000 The Big Takeaway Series 3 full 93 EIT Food It’s that time again! Matt is back with another Big Takeaway Episode, picking out some of the standout moments in Series 3 from food loss and regenerative agriculture, to protein diversification and tackling inequality in the food system. 2459 no Spotlight: The Consumer Trust Grand Challenge Richard Bennett, Activity Leader for the EIT Food Consumer Trust Grand Challenge, highlights how they are developing new initiates to increase consumer trust throughout the food system. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:25:00 -0000 Spotlight: The Consumer Trust Grand Challenge full 92 EIT Food Richard Bennett, Activity Leader for the EIT Food Consumer Trust Grand Challenge, highlights how they are developing new initiates to increase consumer trust throughout the food system. 467 no Spotlight: TRACOD on fresh fish transparency Dov Dori, Co-ordinator of the TRACOD Project, highlights how they are improving trust and transparency in the food system with their technology that identifies species of fish. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 06:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: TRACOD on fresh fish transparency full 91 EIT Food Dov Dori, Co-ordinator of the TRACOD Project, highlights how they are improving trust and transparency in the food system with their technology that identifies species of fish. 472 no Spotlight: uFraction8 on biotechnology Monika Tomecka, Founder and Director of uFraction8, highlights how they are optimising biotech processes with their scalable and high yield filtration systems for bio manufactures. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 06:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: uFraction8 on biotechnology full 90 EIT Food Monika Tomecka, Founder and Director of uFraction8, highlights how they are optimising biotech processes with their scalable and high yield filtration systems for bio manufactures. 470 no High Steaks: will cultured meat save the planet? Curious about cultured meat? In this episode, Matt is joined by Didier Toubia, Co-Founder and CEO of Aleph Farms, and Seren Kell, Science and Technology Manager at the Good Food Institute, to discuss farming cells rather than animals, and the important role of cultured meat as a climate solution. Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0000 High Steaks: will cultured meat save the planet? full 89 EIT Food Curious about cultured meat? In this episode, Matt is joined by Didier Toubia, Co-Founder and CEO of Aleph Farms, and Seren Kell, Science and Technology Manager at the Good Food Institute, to discuss farming cells rather than animals, and the important role of cultured meat as a climate solution. 2830 no Spotlight: Glucanova on nutritious, sustainable food concepts Ana Rascón, CEO at Glucanova, highlights how their technology is creating liquid oat products which are high in fibre, sustainable and nutritious. Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:05:00 -0000 Spotlight: Glucanova on nutritious, sustainable food concepts full 88 EIT Food Ana Rascón, CEO at Glucanova, highlights how their technology is creating liquid oat products which are high in fibre, sustainable and nutritious. 504 no Emerging trends in the food system: 2022 and beyond In this special episode, Matt is joined by Ed Bergen, a Senior Analyst at FutureBridge, to discuss predictions for the food system in 2022 and the emerging trends which we can expect to see in the sector. Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:10:01 -0000 Emerging trends in the food system: 2022 and beyond full 87 EIT Food In this special episode, Matt is joined by Ed Bergen, a Senior Analyst at FutureBridge, to discuss predictions for the food system in 2022 and the emerging trends which we can expect to see in the sector. 2846 no Spotlight: Phytolon on natural food colours Tal Zeltzer, Co-founder and CTO of Phytolon, describes their technology which is producing sustainable, high-quality natural food colours Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:25:00 -0000 Spotlight: Phytolon on natural food colours full 86 EIT Food Tal Zeltzer, Co-founder and CTO of Phytolon, describes their technology which is producing sustainable, high-quality natural food colours 474 no Making better choices: how to achieve the ideal diet The modern western diet is making us and our planet sick. Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Dr. Gunhild Stordalen, founder and executive chair of the EAT Forum, and Anjli Vyas, food and impact lead at Planet Nourish, to discuss where it all went wrong and what an ideal diet looks like for all of us. Wed, 12 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0000 Making better choices: how to achieve the ideal diet full 85 EIT Food The modern western diet is making us and our planet sick. Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Dr. Gunhild Stordalen, founder and executive chair of the EAT Forum, and Anjli Vyas, food and impact lead at Planet Nourish, to discuss where it all went wrong and what an ideal diet looks like for all of us. 2875 no The future of food with EIT Foods FutureFoodMakers Join Matt backstage at the Future of Food conference where he gets the lowdown from EIT Food FutureFoodMakers Sasha Cohen Ioannides, Chloé Dorin and Emilija Oreščanin. Find out their thoughts on future-proofing the food system and how they developed the highly anticipated Menu for Change. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0000 The future of food with EIT Foods FutureFoodMakers full 84 EIT Food Join Matt backstage at the Future of Food conference where he gets the lowdown from EIT Food FutureFoodMakers Sasha Cohen Ioannides, Chloé Dorin and Emilija Oreščanin. Find out their thoughts on future-proofing the food system and how they developed the highly anticipated Menu for Change. 2100 no Naturally Meaty Meat Alternatives How do we convince people to switch from steak to healthier, more sustainable meat alternatives? Could the answer be a meatier taste and texture? Matt Eastland is joined by author and podcaster Paul Shapiro (CEO of The Better Meat Co.) and biologist and food entrepreneur Alison Stille (Co-founder and CEO of Walding Foods) to get their thoughts on the alternative meat market and how the industry can influence further change. Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:15:00 -0000 Naturally Meaty Meat Alternatives full 83 EIT Food How do we convince people to switch from steak to healthier, more sustainable meat alternatives? Could the answer be a meatier taste and texture? Matt Eastland is joined by author and podcaster Paul Shapiro (CEO of The Better Meat Co.) and biologist and food entrepreneur Alison Stille (Co-founder and CEO of Walding Foods) to get their thoughts on the alternative meat market and how the industry can influence further change. 2893 no Spotlight: OneThird on predicting food shelf life Marco Snikkers, CEO and Founder of OneThird, describes how they are preventing food waste with their AI scanner which can determine the true shelf life of fresh produce. Wed, 01 Dec 2021 18:05:00 -0000 Spotlight: OneThird on predicting food shelf life full 82 EIT Food Marco Snikkers, CEO and Founder of OneThird, describes how they are preventing food waste with their AI scanner which can determine the true shelf life of fresh produce. 494 no UNFSS ‘Good Food For All’ Competition Winners: Part 2 Matt is joined by EIT Food’s Strategic Relationship Manager, Barbaros Corekoglu, to celebrate the small business entrepreneurs who are transforming their food systems for a better tomorrow. These innovators are all winners of the recent UN Food Systems Summit ‘Good Food For All’ competition. In part 2, you will hear about farming and agricultural innovations including solar powered cold rooms, pay as you use solar energy for farmers, saltwater-based agriculture and super chickpeas. Wed, 24 Nov 2021 17:15:00 -0000 UNFSS ‘Good Food For All’ Competition Winners: Part 2 full 81 EIT Food Matt is joined by EIT Food’s Strategic Relationship Manager, Barbaros Corekoglu, to celebrate the small business entrepreneurs who are transforming their food systems for a better tomorrow. These innovators are all winners of the recent UN Food Systems Summit ‘Good Food For All’ competition. In part 2, you will hear about farming and agricultural innovations including solar powered cold rooms, pay as you use solar energy for farmers, saltwater-based agriculture and super chickpeas. 1870 no Spotlight: Pure Algae on sustainable seaweed cultivation and carbon capture Esben Christiansen, CEO and Founder of Pure Algae, highlights how they using their technology to add value to land-based aquaculture systems Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: Pure Algae on sustainable seaweed cultivation and carbon capture full 80 EIT Food Esben Christiansen, CEO and Founder of Pure Algae, highlights how they using their technology to add value to land-based aquaculture systems 478 no Tackling food inequality: nourishing the body, nourishing the brain and supporting society What do we need to do to stop food inequality, and ensure everyone everywhere has access to nutritious food? Matt is joined by Co-ordinator of the Scaling up Nutrition Movement (SUN Movement), Gerda Verburg and Senior Regional Project Manager from Feedback Global, Lucy Antal. They discuss food poverty, how it is interconnected with sustainable development, and how we all have a role to play in preventing people from going to bed hungry. Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 Tackling food inequality: nourishing the body, nourishing the brain and supporting society full 79 EIT Food What do we need to do to stop food inequality, and ensure everyone everywhere has access to nutritious food? Matt is joined by Co-ordinator of the Scaling up Nutrition Movement (SUN Movement), Gerda Verburg and Senior Regional Project Manager from Feedback Global, Lucy Antal. They discuss food poverty, how it is interconnected with sustainable development, and how we all have a role to play in preventing people from going to bed hungry. 2999 no Spotlight: SuSea on reducing seafood waste Mark Chryssolouris, CEO at SuSea, highlights their technology to reduce food waste which is increasing the shelf life of seafood Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: SuSea on reducing seafood waste full 78 EIT Food Mark Chryssolouris, CEO at SuSea, highlights their technology to reduce food waste which is increasing the shelf life of seafood 538 no Food loss in farming: the invisible threat to sustainability Around 40% of the food we grow goes uneaten. This is one of the findings from the “Driven to Waste” report published by the World Wildlife Fund and Tesco. So what can we do to reduce the huge amounts of food loss occurring before it reaches our supermarket shelves, and limit the environmental impact of agriculture? Pete Pearson, a senior Food Waste director at WWF joins Matt to discuss the findings of the new report, that uses data to quantify and highlight loss occurring in the supply chain. He is also joined by Emilie Vanpoperinghe, the Co-Founder of Oddbox a food waste startup delivering wonky fruit and vegetables from farmers to consumers across the UK. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 11:55:55 -0000 Food loss in farming: the invisible threat to sustainability full 77 EIT Food Around 40% of the food we grow goes uneaten. This is one of the findings from the “Driven to Waste” report published by the World Wildlife Fund and Tesco. So what can we do to reduce the huge amounts of food loss occurring before it reaches our supermarket shelves, and limit the environmental impact of agriculture? Pete Pearson, a senior Food Waste director at WWF joins Matt to discuss the findings of the new report, that uses data to quantify and highlight loss occurring in the supply chain. He is also joined by Emilie Vanpoperinghe, the Co-Founder of Oddbox a food waste startup delivering wonky fruit and vegetables from farmers to consumers across the UK. 2835 no Spotlight: Soil Capital on carbon payments for regenerative agriculture Soil Capital’s Andrew Voysey describes Europe’s first certified carbon payment programme for farmers, which places value on the way food is produced by rewarding regenerative practices. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 09:35:53 -0000 Spotlight: Soil Capital on carbon payments for regenerative agriculture full 76 EIT Food Soil Capital’s Andrew Voysey describes Europe’s first certified carbon payment programme for farmers, which places value on the way food is produced by rewarding regenerative practices. 665 no Using tech to farm better: how new technology is speeding up the transition to sustainable, regenerative agriculture Do farmers have a taste for tech? In this episode, Matt is joined by Will Wells (Founder of Hummingbird Technologies) and Marina Martin Curran (Sustainability Manager at Vivent) to discuss the role of new technologies in agriculture, and how these innovations are being adopted by farmers. Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:45:00 -0000 Using tech to farm better: how new technology is speeding up the transition to sustainable, regenerative agriculture full 75 EIT Food Do farmers have a taste for tech? In this episode, Matt is joined by Will Wells (Founder of Hummingbird Technologies) and Marina Martin Curran (Sustainability Manager at Vivent) to discuss the role of new technologies in agriculture, and how these innovations are being adopted by farmers. 2896 no Spotlight: Farmforce on improving agriculture value chains Anne Jorun Aas, CEO of Farmforce, describes how they are turning data into tools for the agriculture value chain - securing sustainable sourcing, protecting the environment and improving farmer quality of life. Wed, 06 Oct 2021 13:50:14 -0000 Spotlight: Farmforce on improving agriculture value chains full 74 EIT Food Anne Jorun Aas, CEO of Farmforce, describes how they are turning data into tools for the agriculture value chain - securing sustainable sourcing, protecting the environment and improving farmer quality of life. 495 no Regenerative agriculture: starting out What are the steps for creating a regenerative farm? Matt is joined by Farmer and Founding Director of the Sustainable Food Trust, Patrick Holden, and Agriculture Project Manager at EIT Food, Philip Fernández, to discuss regenerative agriculture. If you are interested in improving soil health and increasing biodiversity through sustainable food production, then this podcast is for you. Thu, 30 Sep 2021 08:15:00 -0000 Regenerative agriculture: starting out full 73 EIT Food What are the steps for creating a regenerative farm? Matt is joined by Farmer and Founding Director of the Sustainable Food Trust, Patrick Holden, and Agriculture Project Manager at EIT Food, Philip Fernández, to discuss regenerative agriculture. If you are interested in improving soil health and increasing biodiversity through sustainable food production, then this podcast is for you. 3143 no Spotlight: Marine Feed on sustainable aquaculture solutions for the fish feed industry Marine Biologist and founder of Marine Feed, Fredrik Norén, highlights how they are developing sustainable products from the sea squirt using a low-carbon, zero waste production system. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 08:15:00 -0000 Spotlight: Marine Feed on sustainable aquaculture solutions for the fish feed industry full 72 EIT Food Marine Biologist and founder of Marine Feed, Fredrik Norén, highlights how they are developing sustainable products from the sea squirt using a low-carbon, zero waste production system. 593 no UNFSS ‘Good Food For All’ Competition Winners: Part 1 Matt is joined by EIT Food’s Strategic Relationship Manager, Barbaros Corekoglu, to celebrate the small business entrepreneurs who are transforming their food systems for a better tomorrow. These innovators are all winners of the recent UN Food Systems Summit ‘Good Food For All’ competition. In part 1, you will hear about farming and agricultural innovations including weed killing toothpicks, aerial precision-spraying drones and agricultural technologies which connect smallholder communities with consumers. Fri, 17 Sep 2021 09:30:05 -0000 UNFSS ‘Good Food For All’ Competition Winners: Part 1 full 71 EIT Food Matt is joined by EIT Food’s Strategic Relationship Manager, Barbaros Corekoglu, to celebrate the small business entrepreneurs who are transforming their food systems for a better tomorrow. These innovators are all winners of the recent UN Food Systems Summit ‘Good Food For All’ competition. In part 1, you will hear about farming and agricultural innovations including weed killing toothpicks, aerial precision-spraying drones and agricultural technologies which connect smallholder communities with consumers. 2049 no Spotlight: DryGro on the future of water lentils Sean Peters introduces DryGro – a company innovating in the alternative protein space, using water lentils to develop a food innovation solution for animal and human consumption. He describes how water lentils can be grown in enclosed manufacturing environments which require less water compared to traditional crops, offering a sustainable future farming technology. Wed, 08 Sep 2021 08:35:00 -0000 Spotlight: DryGro on the future of water lentils full 70 EIT Food Sean Peters introduces DryGro – a company innovating in the alternative protein space, using water lentils to develop a food innovation solution for animal and human consumption. He describes how water lentils can be grown in enclosed manufacturing environments which require less water compared to traditional crops, offering a sustainable future farming technology. 605 no Spotlight: Durrow Mills on sprouted flour Lisa Larkin, CEO and Founder of Durrow Mills, explains how they are fighting back against processed bread with their nutrient dense, gut-friendly sprouted flour. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: Durrow Mills on sprouted flour full 69 EIT Food Lisa Larkin, CEO and Founder of Durrow Mills, explains how they are fighting back against processed bread with their nutrient dense, gut-friendly sprouted flour. 553 no Spotlight: SatAgro on satellite data Stefan Jozefowicz, Project lead at SatAgro, highlights how they are using satellite data to improve processes across agriculture. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: SatAgro on satellite data full 68 EIT Food Stefan Jozefowicz, Project lead at SatAgro, highlights how they are using satellite data to improve processes across agriculture. 555 no Spotlight: DouxMatok on reducing sugar Ari Melamud CEO of RisingFoodStar DouxMatok, explains how their unique technology uses sugar to reduce sugar Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: DouxMatok on reducing sugar bonus 67 EIT Food Ari Melamud CEO of RisingFoodStar DouxMatok, explains how their unique technology uses sugar to reduce sugar 593 no Spotlight: RootWave on zapping weeds RootWave CEO, Andy Diprose, highlights new technology which uses electricity instead of chemical herbicides to kill weeds in a sustainable way. Wed, 11 Aug 2021 05:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: RootWave on zapping weeds full 66 EIT Food RootWave CEO, Andy Diprose, highlights new technology which uses electricity instead of chemical herbicides to kill weeds in a sustainable way. 534 no Addressing gender bias: how to build an equitable food system Gender equity is better for business - so why do gender barriers still exist? How do we ensure we are designing a fair and equitable future for us all? To better understand the challenges and experiences of women in the agrifood industry, EIT Food commissioned a report on the state of gender bias. In this episode, Matt and Lukxmi are joined by entrepreneur Karen Karp (President of KK&P) and investor George Coelho (Co-Founder and Partner of Astanor) to break down the research and kickstart discussions around how we can make positive changes. Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:10:00 -0000 Addressing gender bias: how to build an equitable food system full 65 EIT Food Gender equity is better for business - so why do gender barriers still exist? How do we ensure we are designing a fair and equitable future for us all? To better understand the challenges and experiences of women in the agrifood industry, EIT Food commissioned a report on the state of gender bias. In this episode, Matt and Lukxmi are joined by entrepreneur Karen Karp (President of KK&P) and investor George Coelho (Co-Founder and Partner of Astanor) to break down the research and kickstart discussions around how we can make positive changes. 3107 no Spotlight: Faromatics on robotic farming CEO of Faromatics, Heiner Lehr, highlights how they are using their ‘ChickenBoy’ robot to help livestock farmers increase both animal welfare and farm productivity. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:35:00 -0000 Spotlight: Faromatics on robotic farming full 64 EIT Food CEO of Faromatics, Heiner Lehr, highlights how they are using their ‘ChickenBoy’ robot to help livestock farmers increase both animal welfare and farm productivity. 489 no Spotlight: Thor Ice on preserving food quality CEO of Thor Ice, Thorsteinn Víglundsson, highlights how they are increasing food safety by reducing bacteria growth with their advanced fresh food chilling systems. Thu, 15 Jul 2021 09:05:00 -0000 Spotlight: Thor Ice on preserving food quality full 63 EIT Food CEO of Thor Ice, Thorsteinn Víglundsson, highlights how they are increasing food safety by reducing bacteria growth with their advanced fresh food chilling systems. 515 no Spotlight: Menutech on allergen clarity Co-founder and CEO of Menutech, Laure Joumier, highlights how they are using technology to simplify allergy-friendly menu preparation for the hospitality sector Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:00:02 -0000 Spotlight: Menutech on allergen clarity full 62 EIT Food Co-founder and CEO of Menutech, Laure Joumier, highlights how they are using technology to simplify allergy-friendly menu preparation for the hospitality sector 533 no Spotlight: NutriLeads on health nutrition Erik Dam, CEO at NutriLeads, highlights how they are developing crop-derived food ingredients with clinically proven health benefits Wed, 30 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: NutriLeads on health nutrition full 61 EIT Food Erik Dam, CEO at NutriLeads, highlights how they are developing crop-derived food ingredients with clinically proven health benefits 517 no Spotlight: Essento on snackable insects Founder and CEO of Essento, Christian Bärtsch, highlights how they are developing tasty and sustainable food products made from farmed insects. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Essento on snackable insects full 60 EIT Food Founder and CEO of Essento, Christian Bärtsch, highlights how they are developing tasty and sustainable food products made from farmed insects. 452 no Should Nutrition be a fundamental part of Healthcare? Registered nutritionist Hannah Baugh and Doctor Margherita Ronco join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss whether GP’s are getting enough training and education on nutrition and whether there is more that can be done. This episode is brought to you in partnership with the new EIT Food online course on Nutrition for Health and Sustainability, which aims to bridge this skills gap for medical students. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:15:00 -0000 Should Nutrition be a fundamental part of Healthcare? full 59 EIT Food Registered nutritionist Hannah Baugh and Doctor Margherita Ronco join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss whether GP’s are getting enough training and education on nutrition and whether there is more that can be done. This episode is brought to you in partnership with the new EIT Food online course on Nutrition for Health and Sustainability, which aims to bridge this skills gap for medical students. 2595 no Spotlight: Better Nature on the potential of tempeh Christopher Kong, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at Better Nature, highlights how they are leveraging an ancient fermentation process to create a minimally processed, protein and fibre rich meat-free alternative, without compromising the taste. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Better Nature on the potential of tempeh full 58 EIT Food Christopher Kong, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at Better Nature, highlights how they are leveraging an ancient fermentation process to create a minimally processed, protein and fibre rich meat-free alternative, without compromising the taste. 604 no Are alternative proteins healthy? As more people look beyond meat and dairy, we have seen a boom in the alternative protein market - but what are the new options available to us and are they actually healthy? Dr. Simone Frey (Founder and Managing Director of NUTRITION HUB) and Josephine Quist (Founder and CEO of Nutrilution) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about alternative proteins, plant-based foods and what these new opportunities mean for our health. Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:40:00 -0000 Are alternative proteins healthy? full 57 EIT Food As more people look beyond meat and dairy, we have seen a boom in the alternative protein market - but what are the new options available to us and are they actually healthy? Dr. Simone Frey (Founder and Managing Director of NUTRITION HUB) and Josephine Quist (Founder and CEO of Nutrilution) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about alternative proteins, plant-based foods and what these new opportunities mean for our health. 2936 no Spotlight: Probitat on friendly bacteria food designs Founder and CEO of Probitat, Carme Plumed-Ferrer, highlights how they are developing gut friendly fermented plant-based products to help people live a healthier life. Wed, 26 May 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Probitat on friendly bacteria food designs full 56 EIT Food Founder and CEO of Probitat, Carme Plumed-Ferrer, highlights how they are developing gut friendly fermented plant-based products to help people live a healthier life. 479 no The Microbiome & Healthy Guts The microbiome - a word growing in popularity - but how does it affect our gut health and what is its impact on our overall wellbeing? To discuss the topic, Matt and Lukxmi are joined by ‘The Gut Stuff’ founder Lisa Macfarlane, one of the two Mac Twin DJ’s, who traded in her decks to build the UK’s first e-commerce online shop for gut health; and Anthony Finbow, CEO of Eagle Genomics, a startup that develops enterprise platform solutions addressing complex microbiome and genomics data for clients in healthcare, personal care and agritech sectors. Wed, 19 May 2021 09:45:00 -0000 The Microbiome & Healthy Guts full 55 EIT Food The microbiome - a word growing in popularity - but how does it affect our gut health and what is its impact on our overall wellbeing? To discuss the topic, Matt and Lukxmi are joined by ‘The Gut Stuff’ founder Lisa Macfarlane, one of the two Mac Twin DJ’s, who traded in her decks to build the UK’s first e-commerce online shop for gut health; and Anthony Finbow, CEO of Eagle Genomics, a startup that develops enterprise platform solutions addressing complex microbiome and genomics data for clients in healthcare, personal care and agritech sectors. 2811 no Spotlight: Vegshelf on plant-based food availability Co-founder and CEO of Vegshelf, Baiba Soika, highlights how they helping plant-based CPG’s get in front of food retailers with their online B2B platform. Wed, 12 May 2021 14:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Vegshelf on plant-based food availability full 54 EIT Food Co-founder and CEO of Vegshelf, Baiba Soika, highlights how they helping plant-based CPG’s get in front of food retailers with their online B2B platform. 440 no Getting personal with nutrition Next big thing in health? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Emma Ek (Product Manager at the startup BeYou) and Thomas Hayes (Research Analyst at Lux Research) to talk about the future of personalised nutrition and whether technology is simplifying – or overcomplicating - the proven methods of staying healthy. Wed, 05 May 2021 05:00:00 -0000 Getting personal with nutrition full 53 EIT Food Next big thing in health? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Emma Ek (Product Manager at the startup BeYou) and Thomas Hayes (Research Analyst at Lux Research) to talk about the future of personalised nutrition and whether technology is simplifying – or overcomplicating - the proven methods of staying healthy. 2408 no EIT Food: the power of an innovation community Lukxmi sits down with Stella Spanou, who is in charge of fundraising at The University of Aarhus, to discuss the relationship between EIT Food and Aarhus and the benefits of the EIT Food community for agrifood startups and scaleups. Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:00:28 -0000 EIT Food: the power of an innovation community full 52 EIT Food Lukxmi sits down with Stella Spanou, who is in charge of fundraising at The University of Aarhus, to discuss the relationship between EIT Food and Aarhus and the benefits of the EIT Food community for agrifood startups and scaleups. 1049 no The Big Takeaway Series 2 Matt and Lukxmi are back with another big takeaway episode, where they reflect on some of the stand out moments from series 2. From extreme places to grow food, to what makes an entrepreneur, they look back on the unusual year and celebrate the purpose-driven agrifood heroes they met. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0000 The Big Takeaway Series 2 full 51 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi are back with another big takeaway episode, where they reflect on some of the stand out moments from series 2. From extreme places to grow food, to what makes an entrepreneur, they look back on the unusual year and celebrate the purpose-driven agrifood heroes they met. 1870 no Spotlight: Vaxa on microalgae Isaac Berzin, CTO of Vaxa, highlights how they are converting clean energy to sustainable food by farming omega-3 rich microalgae. Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:40:30 -0000 Spotlight: Vaxa on microalgae full 50 EIT Food Isaac Berzin, CTO of Vaxa, highlights how they are converting clean energy to sustainable food by farming omega-3 rich microalgae. 553 no Spotlight: ScanTrust on reconnecting with consumers Ricardo Garcia, Head of Partnerships and Blockchain Advisory at ScanTrust, highlights how they are helping brands regain trust with consumers through QR code technology. Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:10:04 -0000 Spotlight: ScanTrust on reconnecting with consumers full 49 EIT Food Ricardo Garcia, Head of Partnerships and Blockchain Advisory at ScanTrust, highlights how they are helping brands regain trust with consumers through QR code technology. 563 no Spotlight: Connecting Food on blockchain transparency in the food system Maxine Roper, Co-Founder of Connecting Food, highlights why transparency in our food chain is so important for both consumers and brands. Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:55:15 -0000 Spotlight: Connecting Food on blockchain transparency in the food system full 48 EIT Food Maxine Roper, Co-Founder of Connecting Food, highlights why transparency in our food chain is so important for both consumers and brands. 520 no Forecasting the future: the biggest agrifood trends for 2021 This week Matt and Lukxmi peer into their crystal ball to predict the big trends and innovations to hit the agrifood sector in the upcoming year. They’re joined by Edward Bergen from Mintel – an expert Food and Drink Analyst – who presents findings from Mintel’s latest research, alongside Annick Verween who lifts the lid on some exciting projects and trends that are emerging from within EIT Food’s RisingFoodStars community of startups and scale-ups. Thu, 17 Dec 2020 11:05:40 -0000 Forecasting the future: the biggest agrifood trends for 2021 full 47 EIT Food This week Matt and Lukxmi peer into their crystal ball to predict the big trends and innovations to hit the agrifood sector in the upcoming year. They’re joined by Edward Bergen from Mintel – an expert Food and Drink Analyst – who presents findings from Mintel’s latest research, alongside Annick Verween who lifts the lid on some exciting projects and trends that are emerging from within EIT Food’s RisingFoodStars community of startups and scale-ups. 3451 no Spotlight: Porphyrio on poultry data management Kristof Mertens, Managing Director and Co-founder of Porphyrio, highlights how they are improving poultry farming with their cloud-based data management system. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Porphyrio on poultry data management full 46 EIT Food Kristof Mertens, Managing Director and Co-founder of Porphyrio, highlights how they are improving poultry farming with their cloud-based data management system. 561 no The impact of Covid-19 on consumer food habits and the agrifood sector Matt and Lukxmi are joined by consumer scientist Klaus Grunert from Aarhus University, who shares results from a recent study looking at the intriguing ways the pandemic has changed our eating habits. And Brij Sahi from SwissDeCode explains how his startup has pivoted in response to the pandemic to produce rapid DNA testing solutions to detect Covid-19 in food manufacturing units. Wed, 02 Dec 2020 06:30:00 -0000 The impact of Covid-19 on consumer food habits and the agrifood sector full 45 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi are joined by consumer scientist Klaus Grunert from Aarhus University, who shares results from a recent study looking at the intriguing ways the pandemic has changed our eating habits. And Brij Sahi from SwissDeCode explains how his startup has pivoted in response to the pandemic to produce rapid DNA testing solutions to detect Covid-19 in food manufacturing units. 2194 no Spotlight: BeYou on digital health Abir Mehawej, Director and Co-Founder of BeYou, highlights how they are shaping the future of digital health with their personalised wellness platform. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: BeYou on digital health full 44 EIT Food Abir Mehawej, Director and Co-Founder of BeYou, highlights how they are shaping the future of digital health with their personalised wellness platform. 534 no Bridging the skills gap Are we doing enough to attract new talent and skills into the agrifood industry? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Carl Edwards, Director Education & Public Engagement at LEAF (Linking Environment & Farming), serial entrepreneur Ykä Marjanen (Grainsense/Manna Insect), and EIT Food’s Professional Development Lead Barbara Mason, to discuss strategies for attracting more people into the exciting world of food and technology. Recorded as part of New Scientist Live’s Future of Food and Agriculture day. Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:55:13 -0000 Bridging the skills gap full 43 EIT Food Are we doing enough to attract new talent and skills into the agrifood industry? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Carl Edwards, Director Education & Public Engagement at LEAF (Linking Environment & Farming), serial entrepreneur Ykä Marjanen (Grainsense/Manna Insect), and EIT Food’s Professional Development Lead Barbara Mason, to discuss strategies for attracting more people into the exciting world of food and technology. Recorded as part of New Scientist Live’s Future of Food and Agriculture day. 2888 no Spotlight: AgriFoodX on plastic alternatives Graham Bonwick, Director of AgriFoodX, highlights how they are protecting the environment with their sustainable and biodegradable plastic alternatives made from agrifood by-products. Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:00:27 -0000 Spotlight: AgriFoodX on plastic alternatives full 42 EIT Food Graham Bonwick, Director of AgriFoodX, highlights how they are protecting the environment with their sustainable and biodegradable plastic alternatives made from agrifood by-products. 582 no Childhood nutrition and health: are we doing enough? Dr Natalie Masento from University of Reading and Sarah Hickey from Guy's and St Thomas’ Charity join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss the current state of childhood nutrition in the UK and globally. They explore the impact of “food environments” and how physical and emotional surroundings can play a role in building positive habits. Natalie introduces 'See and Eat!’, a series of eBooks developed to get children interested in vegetables – and Sarah also shares how Guy's and St Thomas’ Charity is working with partners to reduce childhood obesity in London. Wed, 04 Nov 2020 12:51:31 -0000 Childhood nutrition and health: are we doing enough? full 41 EIT Food Dr Natalie Masento from University of Reading and Sarah Hickey from Guy's and St Thomas’ Charity join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss the current state of childhood nutrition in the UK and globally. They explore the impact of “food environments” and how physical and emotional surroundings can play a role in building positive habits. Natalie introduces 'See and Eat!’, a series of eBooks developed to get children interested in vegetables – and Sarah also shares how Guy's and St Thomas’ Charity is working with partners to reduce childhood obesity in London. 2590 no Spotlight: Eagle Genomics on data science Anthony Finbow, Chief Executive at Eagle Genomics, highlights how they are using data, technology and science to further understand the health and environmental impact of microbiomes. Wed, 28 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Eagle Genomics on data science full 40 EIT Food Anthony Finbow, Chief Executive at Eagle Genomics, highlights how they are using data, technology and science to further understand the health and environmental impact of microbiomes. 602 no Spotlight: Freeze-em on insect farming Yuval Gilad, Co-founder and CEO of Freeze-em, highlights the benefits of the black soldier fly and how their freezing technology is helping to grow the industry of insect protein production. Wed, 14 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Freeze-em on insect farming full 39 EIT Food Yuval Gilad, Co-founder and CEO of Freeze-em, highlights the benefits of the black soldier fly and how their freezing technology is helping to grow the industry of insect protein production. 450 no From seed to scale: the journey of an agrifood entrepreneur Matt and Lukxmi meet three entrepreneurs from different EIT Food Business Creation programmes. Ying Shao, shares the story of Plantik Biosciences – a startup looking into new advancements into plant breeding. Lorenzo Conti introduces his company Crover, who have developed a robotic grain monitoring system. And Solveiga Pakštaitė talks about her journey as inventor of “Mimica Touch”, a product revolutionising smart food packaging. Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:12:52 -0000 From seed to scale: the journey of an agrifood entrepreneur full 38 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi meet three entrepreneurs from different EIT Food Business Creation programmes. Ying Shao, shares the story of Plantik Biosciences – a startup looking into new advancements into plant breeding. Lorenzo Conti introduces his company Crover, who have developed a robotic grain monitoring system. And Solveiga Pakštaitė talks about her journey as inventor of “Mimica Touch”, a product revolutionising smart food packaging. 3003 no Spotlight: Trellis on food production efficiency Head of Product at Trellis, Uri Rosenzweig, highlights how their AI technology makes data more transparent and accessible for the entire food supply chain. Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Trellis on food production efficiency full 37 EIT Food Head of Product at Trellis, Uri Rosenzweig, highlights how their AI technology makes data more transparent and accessible for the entire food supply chain. 549 no Insects in the food system: novelty or necessity? This week bugs are on the table, as Matt and Lukxmi meet two entrepreneurs serving up insects in the hunt for alternative protein sources. Philipp Egli introduces Crick – a Swiss company producing crackers made from crickets – and Miha Pipan explains how his company, Better Origin, are using Black Soldier Fly larvae to convert agricultural waste into animal feed. Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:19:44 -0000 Insects in the food system: novelty or necessity? full 36 EIT Food This week bugs are on the table, as Matt and Lukxmi meet two entrepreneurs serving up insects in the hunt for alternative protein sources. Philipp Egli introduces Crick – a Swiss company producing crackers made from crickets – and Miha Pipan explains how his company, Better Origin, are using Black Soldier Fly larvae to convert agricultural waste into animal feed. 2790 no Spotlight: Innovopro on chickpea potential Taly Nechushtan, CEO at Innovopro, is committed to bringing their chickpea-based protein ingredients to the global food market in order to create sustainable and tasty food solutions Wed, 16 Sep 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Innovopro on chickpea potential full 35 EIT Food Taly Nechushtan, CEO at Innovopro, is committed to bringing their chickpea-based protein ingredients to the global food market in order to create sustainable and tasty food solutions 520 no Has modern farming failed? Ana Digón from Agricultura Regenerativa, and lay Englard, the co-founder of Trellis, join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss the sustainability issues of modern industrial farming. Ana, who represents a group of progressive farmers in Spain, shares the benefits of 'Regenerative Agriculture' a system promoting crop diversity and soil rehabilitation through natural methods. Ilay also shares his hopes for Trellis – a tech driven platform built to help farmers use data and AI – improving sustainability and profits along the way. Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:59:25 -0000 Has modern farming failed? full 34 EIT Food Ana Digón from Agricultura Regenerativa, and lay Englard, the co-founder of Trellis, join Matt and Lukxmi to discuss the sustainability issues of modern industrial farming. Ana, who represents a group of progressive farmers in Spain, shares the benefits of 'Regenerative Agriculture' a system promoting crop diversity and soil rehabilitation through natural methods. Ilay also shares his hopes for Trellis – a tech driven platform built to help farmers use data and AI – improving sustainability and profits along the way. 2759 no Spotlight: Tastewise on understanding food trends Director of Accounts and Sales at Tastewise, Laura Hoffman, describes how they are helping companies understand the latest culinary trends with their AI-powered insights and real-time data Wed, 26 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Tastewise on understanding food trends full 33 EIT Food Director of Accounts and Sales at Tastewise, Laura Hoffman, describes how they are helping companies understand the latest culinary trends with their AI-powered insights and real-time data 587 no Innovating through adversity This week Matt is joined by EIT Food CEO Andy Zynga to meet two recipients of the new Covid-19 Bridge Fund, a €5.4m investment fund helping startups through the crisis. Fanny Rolet introduces Antofenol – a biotechnology company developing vine-wood extracts that can be used in place of chemical preservatives for food – and Françoise de Valera shares the story of Food Sourcing Specialists, a company tackling sustainability in the sports nutrition market. Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:14:10 -0000 Innovating through adversity full 32 EIT Food This week Matt is joined by EIT Food CEO Andy Zynga to meet two recipients of the new Covid-19 Bridge Fund, a €5.4m investment fund helping startups through the crisis. Fanny Rolet introduces Antofenol – a biotechnology company developing vine-wood extracts that can be used in place of chemical preservatives for food – and Françoise de Valera shares the story of Food Sourcing Specialists, a company tackling sustainability in the sports nutrition market. 2882 no Spotlight: Orbisk on food waste technology Orbisk CEO, Olaf van der Veen, explains how their smart camera and AI technology can reduce food waste in the hospitality sector by providing detailed insights into the quantity and type of food being thrown away. Wed, 12 Aug 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Orbisk on food waste technology full 31 EIT Food Orbisk CEO, Olaf van der Veen, explains how their smart camera and AI technology can reduce food waste in the hospitality sector by providing detailed insights into the quantity and type of food being thrown away. 605 no Does food need to be packaged? Archana Jagannathan (Senior Director Sustainable Packaging at Pepsico) and Daphna Nissenbaum (Co-Founder of compostable packaging company TIPA) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about the latest innovations in food packaging – and why now is the time to fight the plastic packaging crisis. Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:09:01 -0000 Does food need to be packaged? full 30 EIT Food Archana Jagannathan (Senior Director Sustainable Packaging at Pepsico) and Daphna Nissenbaum (Co-Founder of compostable packaging company TIPA) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about the latest innovations in food packaging – and why now is the time to fight the plastic packaging crisis. 2273 no Spotlight: Prolupin on plant proteins CEO of Prolupin, Malte Stampe, highlights the versatility of lupin and how the plant can be made into a healthy and sustainable alternative protein. Wed, 29 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Prolupin on plant proteins full 29 EIT Food CEO of Prolupin, Malte Stampe, highlights the versatility of lupin and how the plant can be made into a healthy and sustainable alternative protein. 501 no Waste Not, Want Not Food historian Dr Annie Gray and sustainable restauranteur Alice Gilsenan (of Nature London) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about ways to avoid food waste. They explore whether tips and tricks from the past can help us solve food waste issues today – featuring kimchi, pigswill, and meal planners. Wed, 22 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Waste Not, Want Not full 28 EIT Food Food historian Dr Annie Gray and sustainable restauranteur Alice Gilsenan (of Nature London) join Matt and Lukxmi to talk about ways to avoid food waste. They explore whether tips and tricks from the past can help us solve food waste issues today – featuring kimchi, pigswill, and meal planners. 3196 no Spotlight: Urban Crop Solutions on vertical farming Founder of Urban Crop Solutions, Maarten Vandecruys, highlights how they are pioneering technologies for state of the art indoor farming systems. Wed, 15 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Urban Crop Solutions on vertical farming full 27 EIT Food Founder of Urban Crop Solutions, Maarten Vandecruys, highlights how they are pioneering technologies for state of the art indoor farming systems. 449 no The most extreme places to grow food Have you ever thought about growing food in the subzero temperatures of the arctic tundra, or even in space, on a space station or on a far away planet? This week Matt and Lukxmi meet Benjamin Vidmar (founder of Polar Permaculture Solutions) and Angelo Vermeulen (co-founder of SEADS [Space Ecologies Art and Design] and researcher at TU Delft) to talk about farming in "the extreme” and why it’s such an important area of study. Wed, 08 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0000 The most extreme places to grow food full 26 EIT Food Have you ever thought about growing food in the subzero temperatures of the arctic tundra, or even in space, on a space station or on a far away planet? This week Matt and Lukxmi meet Benjamin Vidmar (founder of Polar Permaculture Solutions) and Angelo Vermeulen (co-founder of SEADS [Space Ecologies Art and Design] and researcher at TU Delft) to talk about farming in "the extreme” and why it’s such an important area of study. 2798 no The Big Takeaway Matt and Lukxmi look back at some of the most poignant moments from series 1 of the Food Fight podcast. From improving diets to reducing food waste – they discuss the encouraging progress that’s being made to fix some of the food system’s biggest problems... and where work still desperately needs to be done. Fri, 29 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 The Big Takeaway full 25 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi look back at some of the most poignant moments from series 1 of the Food Fight podcast. From improving diets to reducing food waste – they discuss the encouraging progress that’s being made to fix some of the food system’s biggest problems... and where work still desperately needs to be done. 2019 no Spotlight: Agricolus on smart farming Federica Bordoni, Business Developer at Agricolus, explains how they are pushing the boundaries of smart agriculture by creating a cloud platform to support and optimise the work of farmers across the globe. Wed, 13 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Agricolus on smart farming full 24 EIT Food Federica Bordoni, Business Developer at Agricolus, explains how they are pushing the boundaries of smart agriculture by creating a cloud platform to support and optimise the work of farmers across the globe. 432 no Food in crisis: is the food system resilient enough? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Professor Chris Elliott OBE from Queens University Belfast (Founder of the Institute for Global Food Security), alongside Food Unfolded journalist Silvia Lazzaris. They discuss the current fragility of the global food system, how businesses are evolving through Covid-19, and the technology providing the solutions. Wed, 06 May 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Food in crisis: is the food system resilient enough? full 23 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Professor Chris Elliott OBE from Queens University Belfast (Founder of the Institute for Global Food Security), alongside Food Unfolded journalist Silvia Lazzaris. They discuss the current fragility of the global food system, how businesses are evolving through Covid-19, and the technology providing the solutions. 2715 no Spotlight: Wasteless on saving perishable food David Kat, the Vice President of Business Development at Wasteless, discusses how they are helping food retailers and suppliers reduce food loss through their AI-powered dynamic pricing. Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Wasteless on saving perishable food full 22 EIT Food David Kat, the Vice President of Business Development at Wasteless, discusses how they are helping food retailers and suppliers reduce food loss through their AI-powered dynamic pricing. 443 no How to build a purpose-driven food company Matt Eastland is joined by Mark Cuddigan, the CEO of organic baby food brand Ella’s Kitchen, alongside Solveiga Pakštaitė, the founder of Mimica – a startup fighting food waste with temperature reactive labels. They explain why they put values before profit, and why every food business should be driven by the desire to do good in the world. (This episode was recorded prior to the Covid-19 outbreak) Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:30:00 -0000 How to build a purpose-driven food company full 21 EIT Food Matt Eastland is joined by Mark Cuddigan, the CEO of organic baby food brand Ella’s Kitchen, alongside Solveiga Pakštaitė, the founder of Mimica – a startup fighting food waste with temperature reactive labels. They explain why they put values before profit, and why every food business should be driven by the desire to do good in the world. (This episode was recorded prior to the Covid-19 outbreak) 1891 no Spotlight: Banabooms on reducing food waste Inna Zhuravlova introduces Banabooms, a start-up created out of EIT’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Project, who are giving new life to surplus bananas by turning them into a sustainable breakfast cereal for all to enjoy. Wed, 08 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Banabooms on reducing food waste full 20 EIT Food Inna Zhuravlova introduces Banabooms, a start-up created out of EIT’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Project, who are giving new life to surplus bananas by turning them into a sustainable breakfast cereal for all to enjoy. 371 no Is our food safe? From allergens to food fraud, knowing what's in our food and understanding the ingredients is more important than ever. In this episode Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Brij Sahi, who introduces SwissDeCode, a company pioneering the use of portable DNA testing. Jaed Khan also shares the story of FoodMaestro – a company helping to answer the question “can I eat this” by building apps and retail solutions that help to navigate dietary needs. (This episode was recorded prior to the Covid-19 outbreak.) Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:17:44 -0000 Is our food safe? full 19 EIT Food From allergens to food fraud, knowing what's in our food and understanding the ingredients is more important than ever. In this episode Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Brij Sahi, who introduces SwissDeCode, a company pioneering the use of portable DNA testing. Jaed Khan also shares the story of FoodMaestro – a company helping to answer the question “can I eat this” by building apps and retail solutions that help to navigate dietary needs. (This episode was recorded prior to the Covid-19 outbreak.) 2416 no Spotlight: Aleph Farms on cultivated meat Aleph Farms CEO and Co-Founder, Didier Toubia, discusses how they are shaping the future by taking cells from a real cow and replicating them outside of the animal to grow slaughter-free meat Wed, 25 Mar 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Aleph Farms on cultivated meat full 18 EIT Food Aleph Farms CEO and Co-Founder, Didier Toubia, discusses how they are shaping the future by taking cells from a real cow and replicating them outside of the animal to grow slaughter-free meat 461 no Is sugar the new tobacco? This week Matt is joined by Annick Verween to host a panel discussing what the food sector is doing to reduce sugar consumption, in response to growing health concerns. Recorded live at EIT Food’s Venture Summit in Lisbon, guests include Tom Simmons (Founder of Stem) and Ilan Samish (Founder of Amai Proteins) who have pioneered novel ingredients that can replace sugar, both its sweetness and structure. Karine Delafaye also explains how the world-renowned food company Danone are also championing the movement, with their own Sugar & Sweetness acceleration project. Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Is sugar the new tobacco? full 17 EIT Food This week Matt is joined by Annick Verween to host a panel discussing what the food sector is doing to reduce sugar consumption, in response to growing health concerns. Recorded live at EIT Food’s Venture Summit in Lisbon, guests include Tom Simmons (Founder of Stem) and Ilan Samish (Founder of Amai Proteins) who have pioneered novel ingredients that can replace sugar, both its sweetness and structure. Karine Delafaye also explains how the world-renowned food company Danone are also championing the movement, with their own Sugar & Sweetness acceleration project. 2081 no Spotlight: Natural Machines on printing food Alba Martin introduces Natural Machines - a company that has created a 3D food printing appliance called Foodini, which enables consumers to eat healthier, lower their food waste and personalise the food they print. Wed, 11 Mar 2020 05:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: Natural Machines on printing food full 16 EIT Food Alba Martin introduces Natural Machines - a company that has created a 3D food printing appliance called Foodini, which enables consumers to eat healthier, lower their food waste and personalise the food they print. 455 no Can we trust the food we eat? This week we’ve got trust issues. Matt & Lukxmi are joined by Anthony Warner (The Angry Chef) and Liesbet Vranken (from the KU Leuven University in Belgium) to discuss who we can trust in the food system to give us reputable information about the food we're eating. From farmers to food packaging, social media influencers to health food shops – they shed some light on who to trust, and who to take with a pinch of salt. Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Can we trust the food we eat? full 15 EIT Food This week we’ve got trust issues. Matt & Lukxmi are joined by Anthony Warner (The Angry Chef) and Liesbet Vranken (from the KU Leuven University in Belgium) to discuss who we can trust in the food system to give us reputable information about the food we're eating. From farmers to food packaging, social media influencers to health food shops – they shed some light on who to trust, and who to take with a pinch of salt. 2217 no Spotlight: GrainSense on ensuring crop quality Edvard Krogius introduces GrainSense – a company that has developed a handheld tool to help farmers analyse the quality of grains in the field. He explains how the production of higher quality grain proteins, could play a key role in creating a more profitable and sustainable food supply. Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: GrainSense on ensuring crop quality full 14 EIT Food Edvard Krogius introduces GrainSense – a company that has developed a handheld tool to help farmers analyse the quality of grains in the field. He explains how the production of higher quality grain proteins, could play a key role in creating a more profitable and sustainable food supply. 352 no Is technology protecting or exploiting our seas and oceans? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Thor Sigfusson (Founder of the Iceland Ocean Cluster), Hordur Kristinsson (Chief Science & Innovation Officer at Matis) and Isabel Hoffmann (CEO & Founder of startup Tellspec) – to discuss whether technology is protecting, or indeed exploiting our seas and fish stocks? This episode was recorded live at the YFood London Food Tech Week in May 2019. Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:30:00 -0000 Is technology protecting or exploiting our seas and oceans? full 13 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Thor Sigfusson (Founder of the Iceland Ocean Cluster), Hordur Kristinsson (Chief Science & Innovation Officer at Matis) and Isabel Hoffmann (CEO & Founder of startup Tellspec) – to discuss whether technology is protecting, or indeed exploiting our seas and fish stocks? This episode was recorded live at the YFood London Food Tech Week in May 2019. 1701 no Spotlight: NapiFeryn on sustainable protein NapiFeryn’s CEO, Magdalena Kozłowska, highlights the pressing need to feed an increasing world population and how her startup is delivering a sustainable solution in the form of protein from rapeseed. Wed, 12 Feb 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: NapiFeryn on sustainable protein full 12 EIT Food NapiFeryn’s CEO, Magdalena Kozłowska, highlights the pressing need to feed an increasing world population and how her startup is delivering a sustainable solution in the form of protein from rapeseed. 427 no What’s the beef with alternative protein? Whether you’re a meat eater, vegan, or vegetarian, the role of protein in our diet is something we all need to think about. In the food industry it’s widely accepted that ‘alternative proteins’ will play an important role in creating a more sustainable food system – but what exactly are they, and should we all be eating them? To answer these questions Matt and Lukxmi meet Roberta Iley from Forum for the Future's Protein Challenge 2040, and Jim Laird, CEO of 3F Bio, a startup developing alternative proteins through fermentation. Wed, 05 Feb 2020 06:00:00 -0000 What’s the beef with alternative protein? full 11 EIT Food Whether you’re a meat eater, vegan, or vegetarian, the role of protein in our diet is something we all need to think about. In the food industry it’s widely accepted that ‘alternative proteins’ will play an important role in creating a more sustainable food system – but what exactly are they, and should we all be eating them? To answer these questions Matt and Lukxmi meet Roberta Iley from Forum for the Future's Protein Challenge 2040, and Jim Laird, CEO of 3F Bio, a startup developing alternative proteins through fermentation. 2151 no Spotlight: Stem on sugar replacement Tom Simmons introduces Stem – a company working to develop natural plant-based sugar substitutes to help manufacturers reduce the sugar content of physical food products such as those in bakery, confectionery, and snack segments. Wed, 29 Jan 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: Stem on sugar replacement full 10 EIT Food Tom Simmons introduces Stem – a company working to develop natural plant-based sugar substitutes to help manufacturers reduce the sugar content of physical food products such as those in bakery, confectionery, and snack segments. 504 no Is there value in food waste? 44% of bread baked around the world is never eaten – but for Toast Ale, this is an opportunity. Matt and Lukxmi meet Rob Wilson, "Chief Toaster" at Toast Ale, to hear how the brewery is creating delicious beer from crusts that would have otherwise ended up in the bin. They are also joined by Linda Grieder, founder of RethinkResource, to discuss how the food industry can do more to divert waste and side streams, by putting them to good use (and making money along the way). Wed, 22 Jan 2020 06:00:00 -0000 Is there value in food waste? full 9 EIT Food 44% of bread baked around the world is never eaten – but for Toast Ale, this is an opportunity. Matt and Lukxmi meet Rob Wilson, "Chief Toaster" at Toast Ale, to hear how the brewery is creating delicious beer from crusts that would have otherwise ended up in the bin. They are also joined by Linda Grieder, founder of RethinkResource, to discuss how the food industry can do more to divert waste and side streams, by putting them to good use (and making money along the way). 2637 no Spotlight: Tipa on disrupting plastic packaging Tipa's CEO, Daphna Nissenbaum discusses why plastic has dominated the packaging industry and how they are tackling the plastic problem through their sustainable alternative. Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:01:49 -0000 Spotlight: Tipa on disrupting plastic packaging full 8 EIT Food Tipa's CEO, Daphna Nissenbaum discusses why plastic has dominated the packaging industry and how they are tackling the plastic problem through their sustainable alternative. 403 no Can we really influence consumers to make healthier food choices? Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Danielle Nierenberg (co-founder of Food Tank), Ignace De Nollin (MD of SmartWithFood) and chef, nutritionist and food activist Bela Gil – to discuss how we can influence consumers to make healthier food choices. This episode was recorded live at Seeds & Chips Food Innovation Summit in Milan in May 2019. Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Can we really influence consumers to make healthier food choices? full 7 EIT Food Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Danielle Nierenberg (co-founder of Food Tank), Ignace De Nollin (MD of SmartWithFood) and chef, nutritionist and food activist Bela Gil – to discuss how we can influence consumers to make healthier food choices. This episode was recorded live at Seeds & Chips Food Innovation Summit in Milan in May 2019. 1861 no Spotlight: FoodParing on making sustainability tasty FoodPairing co-founder, Bernard Lahousse, explains how his company is combining flavour science with data science – to create new exciting pairings that are tasty, healthy and sustainable. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: FoodParing on making sustainability tasty full 6 EIT Food FoodPairing co-founder, Bernard Lahousse, explains how his company is combining flavour science with data science – to create new exciting pairings that are tasty, healthy and sustainable. 566 no Should producers be responsible for making food healthy? Matt and Luxkmi present a podcast recorded live at Seeds & Chips Food Innovation Summit in Milan in May 2019. Joined by Alexandre Bastos (Director of Science & Technology for the Flavours division of Givaudan), Eshchar Ben-Shitrit (Founder of Redefine Meat) and Lorena Savani (EIT Food Innovation Programme Manager) they ask the question “Should producers be responsible for making food healthy?” Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0000 Should producers be responsible for making food healthy? full 5 EIT Food Matt and Luxkmi present a podcast recorded live at Seeds & Chips Food Innovation Summit in Milan in May 2019. Joined by Alexandre Bastos (Director of Science & Technology for the Flavours division of Givaudan), Eshchar Ben-Shitrit (Founder of Redefine Meat) and Lorena Savani (EIT Food Innovation Programme Manager) they ask the question “Should producers be responsible for making food healthy?” 1775 no Spotlight: RethinkResource on creating value from food waste Linda Grieder introduces RethinkResource, a company looking at ways that food waste and side streams can be turned into profit. She also explains how RethinkResource's new platform – Circado – is working to connect industries to make the most out of food waste opportunities. Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:30:00 -0000 Spotlight: RethinkResource on creating value from food waste full 4 EIT Food Linda Grieder introduces RethinkResource, a company looking at ways that food waste and side streams can be turned into profit. She also explains how RethinkResource's new platform – Circado – is working to connect industries to make the most out of food waste opportunities. 385 no How do we clean up all the food waste? According to UN research, one-third of all food produced is wasted. In this episode Matt and Lukxmi meet with Tessa Clarke (founder of food-sharing platform OLIO) and Veerle Carlier (R&D and Innovation manager at food retailer Colruyt) to discuss strategies for tackling the problem. Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:30:00 -0000 How do we clean up all the food waste? full 3 EIT Food According to UN research, one-third of all food produced is wasted. In this episode Matt and Lukxmi meet with Tessa Clarke (founder of food-sharing platform OLIO) and Veerle Carlier (R&D and Innovation manager at food retailer Colruyt) to discuss strategies for tackling the problem. 1685 no Spotlight: 3F BIO on alternative protein Protein is a vital component of any healthy diet – but with a rising global demand how can we scale production without destroying the planet along the way? Jim Laird introduces 3F BIO, a company focusing on meat alternatives that taste just as good. Wed, 20 Nov 2019 06:00:00 -0000 Spotlight: 3F BIO on alternative protein full 2 EIT Food Protein is a vital component of any healthy diet – but with a rising global demand how can we scale production without destroying the planet along the way? Jim Laird introduces 3F BIO, a company focusing on meat alternatives that taste just as good. 488 no Can we really feed 10 billion people by 2050? In the first episode of the The Food Fight podcast Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Professor Corinna Hawkes, Director of the Centre for Food Policy of City University London, and Stephane Durand from Queen’s University Belfast, to debate the question "Can we really feed 10 billion people by 2050?" Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:10:49 -0000 Can we really feed 10 billion people by 2050? full 1 EIT Food In the first episode of the The Food Fight podcast Matt and Lukxmi are joined by Professor Corinna Hawkes, Director of the Centre for Food Policy of City University London, and Stephane Durand from Queen’s University Belfast, to debate the question "Can we really feed 10 billion people by 2050?" 2793 no