In the season 6 finale of the Food Fight podcast, we revisit the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and urgent themes shaping our food future. From personalised nutrition and the regenerative farming movement to the hidden climate cost of a potato chip, host Matt Eastland brings together lessons and voices from across the season to highlight where transformation is happening - and where it must continue. Whether you’re a policymaker, food innovator, grower, or conscious consumer, this is the essential guide to where food is heading next. Mentioned Episodes:  The Power of Nutrition for Lifelong Health with Dr. Federica Amati Next Bite 2024: The Food Fight Podcast Live from Rome Next Bite 2024 Achieving a Net-Zero Food System Next Bite 2024: Reducing Risk for a Fair and Resilient Food System Next Bite 2024: Healthier Lives Through Food The Regenerative Rollercoaster: Embracing Failure To Fuel the Future of Farming Trends 2025 Breaking Free: How to Remove Fossil Fuels from Our Food System Empowering SME's To Cut Carbon Policy, Power, and Conscious Leadership

Soil is the foundation of life on Earth: 95% of our food depends on healthy soils, yet nearly one-third of agricultural land worldwide is degraded. As climate change and unsustainable farming practices put even more pressure on soil ecosystems, urgent solutions are needed. Enter LILAS4SOILS, a five-year project funded by Horizon Europe, designed to restore soil health through carbon farming and Living Labs across the Mediterranean.

What happens to the coffee grounds once your morning cup is finished? For decades, coffee waste has been discarded, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. But what if coffee could be transformed into something valuable? In this episode, The Food Fight Podcast speaks with Kacper Kossowski, co-founder of EcoBean, a company that is tackling coffee waste with innovative technologies that transform it into sustainable, high-value ingredients.

Could 3D printing be the future of food? While 3D printing has transformed design and manufacturing, its impact on the food industry is only just beginning. Revo Foods uses 3D printing technology to redefine the texture, taste, and sustainability of plant-based seafood and whole-cut proteins. In this episode, Robin Simsa, CEO and founder of Revo Foods, shares his journey from biotech researcher to food-tech pioneer and discusses how his company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in the alternative protein industry - texture and mouthfeel. From developing plant-based salmon fillets to creating “Prime Cut” alternatives that don’t replicate animal products but stand on their own, Robin explores the next evolution of plant-based foods.

The global food system is at a crossroads. While food and agriculture serve as economic backbones for many nations, they are also the leading contributors to biodiversity loss, climate change, and food insecurity. How do we transform this system to serve people and the planet better? In this episode, Andrew Bovarnick, Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), joins hosts Matt Eastland and Lucy Wallace to discuss how governments, corporations, and farmers can work together to drive meaningful change.

Farming is undergoing a transformation, driven by climate change, water scarcity, and technological innovation. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing water shortages, growers are facing unprecedented challenges. But can digital agronomy and AI-powered solutions help? In this episode, we sit down with Darryn Keiller, founder and CEO of WayBeyond, to explore how data-driven farming, predictive analytics, and AI are revolutionising agriculture. Darryn shares insights on how precision irrigation, real-time climate modelling, and automated pest management are helping farmers optimise production, conserve resources, and prepare for the future.

2025 is set to be a year of radical change in the food system. From the expansion of regenerative agriculture to the rise of AI-driven food innovation, key trends are shaping the future of what we eat. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by food trends expert Ed Bergen and Michelin-trained chef Estefania Simon-Sasyk to explore the biggest shifts happening in food. Top 5 food trends to watch in 2025 - https://www.eitfood.eu/blog/5-food-trends-2025

With consumers increasingly demanding to know the origins of their food and regulators tightening their focus on sustainability, transparency is no longer optional, it’s essential. Joined by Ofir Ardon of AgriTask and Maxine Roper of Connecting Food, Matt Eastland unpacks how innovative technologies like blockchain, AI, and digital twins make supply chains more transparent, efficient, and sustainable.

Join us in this special docu-episode of the Food Fight Podcast as we dive deep into the intersection of space technology and food security with Max Gulde, CEO of Constellr. Discover how innovative satellite technology is being harnessed to tackle one of humanity's biggest challenges: climate change.

In this episode of the Food Fight podcast, Matt Eastland sits down with Justine Reichman, the dynamic founder of Next Gen Purpose and host of Essential Ingredients. They delve into Justine’s journey from a chance meeting in a hair salon to building a platform that educates, inspires, and connects entrepreneurs in the food sustainability space.

In a world where only 3% of investment goes to women-led businesses, programs like Girls Go Circular are changing the narrative. This groundbreaking initiative equips girls aged 14-18 with digital, entrepreneurial, and green skills, empowering them to close the gender gap in STEM and innovation. In this episode, Matt Eastland is joined by Solène Moutier, Laura Borge, and alumna Daniela Garcia Moreno to discuss how the program is fostering diversity, confidence, and creativity.

The food system accounts for 15% of global fossil fuel use, but where does that energy really go? In this episode, Matt Eastland speaks with Anna Lappé to break down the invisible dependence of our food systems on fossil fuels—and the solutions to fix it. From production to processing, packaging to disposal, every step in our food supply chain is tied to energy-intensive practices, most of which rely on fossil fuels. Anna emphasises that these dependencies are ecological, political, and economic risks we can no longer ignore. Learn how we can move away from synthetic fertilisers and pesticides, why regenerative agriculture holds the key to restoring food and climate resilience, and why ultra-processed foods must be part of the conversation. This is not about technological silver bullets; it’s about systems change and collective action that prioritises people, nature, and a fossil-free future. For further conversation around Fossil Fuels, listen now Anna's 'Fuel To Fork' Podcast Series - https://tabledebates.org/fueltofork

Failure: a word that often carries stigma, yet it’s the bedrock of regenerative farming. In this rollercoaster of an episode, Matt Eastland, Sarah Langford, and Patrick Holden delve into how farmers' mistakes, missteps, and failures are reshaping agriculture for a sustainable future. Together, they explore the emotional and practical challenges of failure: the lost crops, the economic pressures, and the lessons that only hard-earned experience can teach.

What if the food you eat could reshape your health, transform the planet, and empower communities? From groundbreaking microbiome research to leveraging artificial intelligence for personalised nutrition, our panel of experts bring their unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in food systems. Together, they paint an exciting picture of a future where technology, collaboration, and creativity converge to revolutionise what and how we eat.

In this instalment of the Food Fight Podcast, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland invites leading voices from across the food sector to discuss transformative approaches to building fair and resilient food systems. From grassroots innovation to systemic policy shifts, this episode explores how collective action, innovative tools, and education can drive meaningful change in the agri-food landscape.

The food system is at the heart of the global climate crisis, responsible for nearly a third of greenhouse gas emissions. In this episode, recorded live at Next Bite 2024, Matt Eastland and a panel of innovators, change makers, and researchers explore the multifaceted journey toward achieving a net-zero food system.

Join us live from the pulse of Next Bite 2024 in Rome, where EIT Food Fight brings together the visionaries rewriting the future of food. In this special episode, Matt Eastland dives deep with leaders who are breaking down the status quo and rallying the industry to think bigger, move faster, and collaborate harder. This isn’t just another conference; it’s a call to action for anyone committed to a world where the food system works for people and the planet. From regenerative practices to tech-powered transformations, this episode captures the pivotal conversations that define the road ahead.

In this special documentary episode, we take a deep dive into the global crisis threatening one of the world’s most beloved treats: chocolate. Cocoa Swollen Shoot Viral Disease (CSSVD) is decimating cocoa crops in West Africa, endangering the livelihoods of millions of farmers and pushing up the price of cocoa to unprecedented levels. Gianpaolo Rando, co-founder of SwissDeCode, breaks down how innovative rapid testing technology could be the solution to save cocoa trees, stop the spread of disease, and secure the future of chocolate.

In this episode of The Food Fight Podcast, our host Matt Eastland welcomes Pete Russell, the founder of Oooby, a groundbreaking platform reshaping the future of small-scale farming. As traditional food systems become unsustainable and disconnected from local producers, Oooby offers a decentralised solution that empowers farmers and reinvigorates community-based food supply chains. Pete shares his entrepreneurial journey, from importing frozen pastries to realising his role in the problem of mass-produced food, and ultimately founding Oooby. The platform’s mission? To help small-scale farmers reclaim market share and thrive in an industry dominated by big corporations.

In this episode of our docu-series, Sylvie Chin, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearCO2, discusses the importance of terminology and carbon credits. She shares insights on building a sustainable future, challenges faced by startups, and how ClearCO2 helps small businesses can lower their carbon footprint.