Scaling Resilience through Whole-System Innovation

​Transitioning to a resilient food system requires a fundamental shift in managing agricultural landscapes, particularly as we look to​Transitioning to a resilient food system requires a fundamental shift in managing agricultural landscapes, particularly as we look to do so within planetary boundaries.

​This session explores how California’s almond farmers use whole-system thinking to scale regenerative and climate-smart practices. We’ll examine perennial orchards as biological anchors for soil health, water stewardship and carbon sequestration. Beyond the farm, we’ll highlight how consumer perspectives are shaping food manufacturers’ regenerative agriculture approaches, how circularity and co-product innovation are creating zero-waste, upcycled supply chains, and how “changemakers” across the food system are collaborating for greater impact. We’ll touch on using data-driven insights to help ensure on-the-ground feasibility and de-risk farm transitions. ​

Join us and panelists from Pip + Nut, Buhler, and EAT to see how evidence-based, community-led action provides a scalable blueprint for shaping climate-smart agriculture and ensuring long-term supply chain resilience.

​Danielle Veenstra, Third-Generation Almond Farmer, Veenstra Farms and Senior Manager, Global Stewardship & Impact, Almond Board of California

​Amanda Harding, Founder and CEO of Convene

​Giulia Manzolini, Head of Circularity at Bühler

​Adam Thompson, Supply Chain and Sustainability Director at Pip & Nut