Newsweek will host a pivotal gathering of leaders in agricultural technology at its AgriTech Event on January 22, 2026, in Davos, Switzerland. This one-day forum aims to align the future of farming with global environmental goals, coinciding with the broader international gathering in Davos. The event will take place at the Hotel Parsenn and will feature discussions among prominent industry voices.
The AgriTech Event will explore innovative solutions to pressing challenges in the agricultural sector through four themed conversations. These discussions will focus on how digital tools, sustainability strategies, and new financial frameworks can help agriculture adapt to a world increasingly impacted by climate change. Each panel will be led by senior executives and innovators from major companies, including SAP, PepsiCo, and HCLSoftware.
Panels Addressing Key Agricultural Challenges
The event will feature the following panels:
1. **The Digital Soil — Building a Data-Driven Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture**
2. **Higher Yields, Lower Impact — Farming for More with Less**
3. **Financing the Future of Food — Scaling Innovation in a Resource-Constrained World**
4. **The Next Generation of Crop and Climate Challenges in Farming**
Moderators for these discussions will include Gabriel Snyder, Editorial Director at Newsweek; Matthew Tostevin, Senior Editor at Newsweek; and Daniela Di Gianantonio, Head of Digital Agriculture at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The event will bring together a diverse group of leaders, including CEOs, founders, and technology executives who are actively shaping the future of agriculture. Notable speakers include:
– Jim Andrew, Executive Vice President at PepsiCo
– Philipp Herzig, Chief Technology Officer at SAP
– Feroz Sheikh, Chief Information and Digital Officer at Syngenta Group
– Ido Margalit, Co-Founder and CEO of BetterSeeds
– Hunter Swisher, President and CEO of Phospholutions
These leaders represent various sectors within agritech, from soil restoration and crop genetics to data analytics and sustainable fertilizer solutions.
Global Stakeholders Engage in Dialogue
The audience will include representatives from key international organizations and corporations, highlighting the significance of agricultural innovation in addressing global climate and food security issues. Attendees will include representatives from the United Nations Global Compact, the United Nations World Food Programme, Google, Ericsson, the Gates Foundation, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Nestlé, among others. Their participation underscores the collective commitment to advancing climate-aligned agriculture as a priority across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
This event is part of Newsweek’s ongoing initiative to highlight solutions that advance sustainability and climate resilience across various industries. For additional details or to register for the AgriTech Event, visit the official Newsweek event page.
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