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Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we celebrate our partners, Fellows, and the entire agricultural community who work tirelessly to feed families across America. Your dedication drives our mission to create meaningful innovation in the agrifood industry.

DIAL Ventures presents the comprehensive Climate Smart Agrifood Opportunities Report - your essential guide to driving innovation across the entire value chain. From enhancing agricultural resilience to optimizing resource management, this report will help you discover strategic insights and actionable opportunities that can transform your approach to Climate Smart Agriculture. Download the full report to unlock your roadmap to sustainable innovation: https://lnkd.in/gXjKzyQw

The latest Consumer Food Insights report, a comprehensive survey by Purdue University's Center for Food Demand Analysis & Sustainability (CFDAS), reveals how Americans interact with their food system. This research tracks everything from consumer spending habits and food security to sustainable purchasing decisions and modern food delivery preferences. After surveying over 1,200 American adults, the report curates valuable insights into changing food behaviors, consumer trust, and economic impacts on food choices. Discover how America's food landscape is evolving. Read the latest Consumer Food Insights report here: https://lnkd.in/gTRE7Ypa.

Exploring the belief that love might be a “food ingredient,” Cesar Vega discusses the potential to back this idea with scientific evidence. Watch the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/grm2U2kk.

From input manufacturing to retail distribution, every link in the agrifood chain matters. At DIAL Ventures, we connect innovators across the entire value chain to create solutions that strengthen our food system. Join us in building a more connected, efficient, and sustainable agricultural future. Together, we're not just linking the chain—we're transforming it.

The Institute for Digital and Advanced Agricultural Systems at Purdue University is at the forefront of integrating data-driven technologies into agriculture, serving as a platform for groundbreaking innovation. Register for the Dec. 11 panel and networking event:

The latest Agrifood Economy Index report highlights shifts in economic sentiment across the agrifood value chain. Despite challenges, sectors like agricultural product processing and support services demonstrate resilience, hinting at growth opportunities amid broader uncertainty. Get the full report to explore key trends and strategies shaping the industry's future: https://lnkd.in/g4E7a49R

A recent Consumer Food Insights (CFI) report by Purdue University's Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability, in partnership with DIAL Ventures, explores how education and awareness impacts food choices and sustainability. After surveying over 1,200 American adults, the study revealed that taste and affordability remain top priorities for all education levels, while higher education correlates with a greater focus on nutrition. The findings also highlight that 71% of consumers have limited familiarity with regenerative agriculture, and support for these practices drops when consumers bear the cost. Additionally, food insecurity affects 31% of individuals without a college education. These insights underline the intricate connection between education, food choices and sustainability awareness in shaping consumer behavior. Access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gTRE7Ypa.

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By exploring how well-being goes beyond nutrition, Cesar Vega, Senior R&D Director Innovation at McCain Foods and his interdisciplinary team are uncovering the emotional connections we form with food. With neuroscience experiments on the horizon, they hope to uncover new layers in the science of cooking. Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/grm2U2kk.