Join AGWA at Agribusiness Summit 2025: Water Resilience for the Agri-Food Sector

On Thursday, February 27, 2025, global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts will gather in Mexico City for the Deloitte México Agribusiness Summit 2025, a key event focused on building a dynamic, renewed, and sustainable agri-food sector.

AGWA’s Executive Director, Dr. John Matthews, will deliver a keynote address on the critical role of water resilience in the agri-food sector. His presentation will explore how businesses can adapt to climate challenges, integrate water resilience into decision-making, and safeguard food systems for the future.

Event Purpose

This event brings together finance, policy, and sustainability experts to discuss practical solutions for a more resilient agri-food sector. Dr. Matthews' keynote will highlight how water policies impact businesses and food security globally, making this a must-attend session for those shaping the future of our food systems.

Summit Highlights

Throughout the day, panels will address key financing, governance, and innovation challenges in the agricultural sector:

🔹 Financing & Risk Management Panel (09:00 - 10:00 a.m.) – Featuring leaders such as José Antonio Meade (HSBC Holding) and José Cacho Ribeiro (World Economic Forum, National Agricultural Council).

🔹 Water Governance & Technology Panel (11:20 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.) – Discussing solutions for better water management in Mexico's agricultural sector, with insights from Mark Smith (International Water Management Institute) and Sandra Guido (Conselva, Costas y Comunidades).

🔹 Bioeconomy & Sustainability Panel (12:20 - 01:20 p.m.) – Exploring circular bioeconomy as a model for sustainable agriculture, with experts from Allbiotech, Tecnologías Agribest, and the Mexican Network of Circular Bioeconomy.

Registration

Register here for the in-person event in Mexico City.