Public-Private Partnerships in Food and Agriculture From feeding
a population expected to reach nine billion by 2050, to
protecting soil, water & natural habitats, the world’s farmers
are faced with many challenges. As a result, farmers need
innovative solutions more than ever before. Through the
partnership of the public & private sectors, innovative
collaborations are providing farmers with access to plant
science technologies, as well as new practices & knowledge, to
help farmers meet these challenges. The map below showcases
where & how the plant science industry is partnering with the
public sector, NGOs & other members of the food value chain to
improve farmers lands & livelihoods. Benefits of public-private
partnerships Through the partnership of the public and private
sectors, organizations are able to work together for mutual
growth and benefit. These collaborations enable goals,
resources, expertise and risk to be shared, ensuring scientific
innovations become valuable tools for farmers. Successful