In this episode, Food & Drink Business editor Kim Berry talks to the CEO of Future Food Systems, Dr James Krahe.
We discuss the concept of clusters and ecosystems, their importance in the future of successful food systems and how Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre (FFS CRC) is fostering their creation.
We then look at the three clusters/sectors in FFS’s remit, with projects in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Peel Region, WA, and Sunshine Coast, Qld, for an insight into the dynamic environments that they operate in.
James shares his views on optimising protected cropping in Coffs Harbour due to their widespread use, including the community into the discussion to increase engagement, and the importance that meeting centres have in helping to foster collaboration and build the future food systems we need.
We wrap up by reviewing the challenges faced in connecting clusters and ecosystems, with a focus on long distances, shelf stability, and variance in quality.
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