Food systems are a mirror of society, reflecting how we nourish, govern, employ, and sustain ourselves. Yet today, these systems are under extraordinary stress. From rising malnutrition to climate-induced crop failures, from chemically intensive agriculture to fragile global supply chains, the way we produce and consume food is becoming increasingly unsustainable, inequitable, and unsafe.

At IMPACT WEEK, we ask: How can food systems be reimagined to truly support human well-being, ecological regeneration, and societal resilience?

This session explores food systems transformation not as a technical fix, but as a collective shift – one that mobilises the full spectrum of actors shaping what we grow, eat, and value. We will spotlight voices that are often absent from global food dialogues, including retailers, food entrepreneurs, investors, and public agencies—all of which play a critical role in redefining demand, influencing markets, and shaping future food experiences.

Partnering with the World Economic Forum, the discussion will explore how consumer demand, trade, and procurement can serve as powerful levers for change – driving lower emissions, enabling more inclusive innovation, and opening new opportunities across the value chain, particularly in enhancing farmer productivity and the resilience of rural communities. It will also explore how philanthropy, public policy, and purpose-led business can help turn vision into action – not just for climate, but for people’s public health, access, and dignity.