Interview // Translating Scientific Breakthroughs into Agricultural Innovation

22 Sep 2025
Auditorium
Main Stage
  • What scientific breakthroughs are currently shaping agri-food research, and how can they be translated into real-world agricultural solutions?
  • What are the key barriers to translating university-led scientific breakthroughs into practical applications, and what models or collaborations are needed to bridge this gap?
  • How can universities, corporates, and farmers collaborate more effectively to scale scientific innovation, and what partnerships are crucial for success?
  • What innovations from other industries, such as metagenetics, could significantly impact agriculture, and what R&D developments can we expect in the next decade?
Chairperson
Christine Gould
Christine Gould, Founder - THOUGHT FOR FOOD
Speakers
Reza Rasoulpour
Reza Rasoulpour, Vice President, Regulatory and Stewardship and R&D Sustainability - CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE