HASTEN Lecture: Advancing agrifood innovation systems through inclusive approaches in science, technology and innovation – Key lessons from Ethiopia and Peru

The lecture forms part of the HASTEN lecture series. It will explore how inclusive digital innovations can help address major challenges in agrifood systems transformation and advance the Sustainable Development Goals. Focusing on the experiences of small scale and family farmers and micro, small and medium sized enterprises, it will examine the persistent barriers that limit the identification, access and adoption of digital technologies and discuss practical ways to overcome them.

The lecture will feature case studies from Ethiopia and Peru presented by practitioners, offering concrete examples of how digital solutions are already unlocking new opportunities for farmers and agrifood enterprises.

Speakers and panelists:

• Hajnalka Petrics, Programme Officer, Office of Sustainable Development Goals, FAO
• Henry van Burgsteden, Senior Innovation Officer, Digital Agriculture Lead, Office of Innovation, FAO
• Fruit Tessema, Innovation Specialist Digital Agriculture, FAO Office of Innovation, FAO
• Robinson López Monzón, Founder and CEO of Identi