After a successful launch event, the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit welcomed 350+ local and international agribusinesses, food and beverage companies, technology providers, public research centers, associations, investors and start-ups to exchange ideas, share experiences and forge new partnerships in Mexico City.

With two full days of high-energy networking and compelling discussions onstage and in the Exhibition and Start-Up Area, the industry showed up united towards a more collaborative and climate-smart future for the agri-food sector.

With so many insights – we’ve selected some of the standout moments below. Enjoy our summary complete with video highlights, photo gallery and impactful takeaways.

Remember, the summit platform remains active until December 7 for you to enjoy 1-1 video networking and watching sessions on demand.

Relive the Action

Who Joined Us?

Here are just some of the global agri-food players who joined us at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in Mexico City on October 29-30, 2024:

What Our Delegates Say

“Attending the summit was an incredibly enriching experience. The highlight for me was the opportunity to network and share ideas with like-minded individuals who are equally passionate about advancing agricultural technology. I also appreciated the chance to follow-up on projects with external partners and clarify our collaboration, which has strengthened our partnerships and paved the way for future innovations.” 
Head of Sustainability Mexico, DANONE

“Technology is something we really need in the agricultural sector of Mexico. It should be part of the new Administration´s strategy to boost a sector that is so relevant for the complementation of North America.” 
Corporate Affairs Director, North LATAM, ADM

“World Agri-Tech exceeded all expectations. Seeing Mexico featured prominently was especially meaningful, as it brought attention to our country’s contributions and potential. With meaningful discussions and an elevated level of expertise, it was truly inspiring. Looking forward to seeing the event grow even bigger next year!”
Head of Marketing, VERQOR

“The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in Mexico City brought together the leading minds, not only in agri-tech, but in Mexican agriculture in general. It delivered a comprehensive view of the challenges and immense opportunities in this space.”
President, WONDERFUL CITRUS

“Seeing the success of World Agri-Tech was proof of Mexico’s specific weight in the sector, and the many opportunities that still lie ahead.”
CEO, SIEMBRA

“I had the chance to connect with different people from the sector with the same interests.”
Director of Investments in Private Equity Funds, FOCIR

Highlights from the Main Stage

Enhancing Resilience and Sustainability in Mexican Agriculture

“At Bayer, we are committed to helping farmers produce 50% more food, restore ecosystems and generate a culture and support for the adoption of regenerative agriculture. To do this, we focus on three pillars: efficient water use, carbon emissions reduction and input optimization.” – Manuel Bravo, President & CEO Mexico, BAYER

With: FIRA, DRISCOLL’S, DANONE

Translating Innovation into Practice: Overcoming Barriers to Technology Adoption

“For us to keep growing as a CPG, we need to grow our value chain completely. We have to help farmers achieve that growth with us. That will only happen if we help them integrate technology in their production.” – Mónica Campos, Innovation Ecosystem Head, NESTLÉ

With: AARC (FARMERS ASSOCIATION OF THE CULIACAN RIVER), SYNGENTA, SEMINIS CONSULTING, VERQOR

Capitalizing on Nearshoring: Leveraging Alliances Between Mexico and International Partners

“We are an industry that benefits from an enormous complementarity with the United States. The rules of the agreement between Mexico and the U.S. have given us a platform to specialize, as we have a really advantageous geography and climate for products that are not available there.” – Juan Cortina Gallardo, President, NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL COUNCIL

With: GRUPO CONSULTOR DE MERCADOS AGRÍCOLAS, SANTANDER, CONMÉXICO, ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT & BUSINESS RELOCATION FOR THE MEXICAN GOVERNMENT

Transitioning to Regenerative Agriculture in Mexico

“One of the main challenges for Bimbo is how to ensure that we’ll have wheat in the future. That’s why when we develop our sustainability strategy, one of the key elements is our regenerative agriculture project.” – Alejandra Vazquez Langle, Vice President Global Sustainability, GRUPO BIMBO

With: REGENERA VENTURES, CIMMYT, OLAM FOOD INGREDIENTS, ACADIAN PLANT HEALTH

Driving Investment into Mexican AgTech

“Entrepreneurship in agribusiness has grown significantly. In fact, for the last three years, we have had a program fully dedicated to supporting early-stage agribusinesses. This growth has a lot to do with the climate issue and its relation to the industry.” – Armando Laborde, Partner, NEW VENTURES

With: THE YIELD LAB LATAM, CO_CAPITAL, GLOCAL LATAM, SP VENTURES

Presenting Blooms – the 2024 Start-Up Showcase Winner

Six entrepreneurs covering on-farm automation, water harvesting technology, and biostimulants pitched their innovative solutions in front of investor judges. After a Q&A session with each one, the audience were invited to vote for their favorite.

Blooms was crowned the winner after introducing its digital platform that provides easy and fast trade financial solutions, global payments and FX for produce exporters. Learn more about the start-ups here >>

See You Next Time

World Agri-Tech summits take place across the world, in London, Dubai, Mexico City, Singapore, San Francisco and São Paulo. See where you could join us next.

 

After a successful launch event, we’re already excited to see how we can grow the summit next year! Save the date now, and get in touch if you’re interested in being involved as a partner, exhibitor, speaker or start-up presenter.