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Adenike Adekunle is the Founder & CEO of Forti Foods, a social enterprise on a mission to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition through fortified, ready-to-eat meals that bring both nutrition and dignity to large-scale feeding. She balances two worlds: Driving Forti Foods’ growth into a global leader in nutrition, food security, and social impact, and continuing to provide specialist consulting in financial crime compliance, maintaining my position as a trusted subject matter expert in the field.

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Alhaji Alusine Kebe grew up in a subsistence farming household, which instilled in him a lifelong passion for the agrifood system. He is currently pursuing an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s degree in Sustainable AgriFood Systems. As a Technical Support Assistant at Freetown City Council, he contributes to projects like the City Climate Action Plan and the Freetown the Treetown initiative. Follow him on Linkedin

Dr. Andreas Blüthner the founder of Dr. Blüthner & Partner, a strategy and investment firm. He was the former Nutrition Program Director at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and founding Director of BASF’s multi-awarded Nutrition & Health Inclusive Impact Business Initiative. Dr. Blüthner’s personal work experience includes strategy development, investment planning, strategic partnerships, resource mobilization, communication, regulatory and outreach work, with a focus on pharmaceuticals, food and nutrition security, agriculture, climate-smart food systems and multi-sectoral innovation. Follow him on LinkedIn

Ann Njogu works at Focus Africa Leadership Consultants. Email: info@focusafrica.co.keWebsite: www.focucafrica.co.ke

Anoop is a decade-long honey consultant who has worked across the Indian honey value chain, from grassroots beekeepers and FPOs to exporters and international buyers. He specializes in honey exports, traceability systems, and building high-integrity supply chains that connect farmers to global markets. Connect with Anoop on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/anonarayEmail: n.anoop@globaljoby.comCall: +91 8826 454 588

Apurv Waghmare is a data analyst. Connect with him here

Ashish Nigam is the General Manager – Fertilizer Sales at EverEnviro Resources Management Pvt Ltd in Gurugram, Haryana, India. LinkedIn; or call: +91 9717986664; email: nigamashish2017@gmail.com

Audu Liberty Oseni is the Director, Centre for Development Communication and Convener, OseniDevTalks. He is a passionate and results-driven Development Communication Leader with over a decade of experience designing and implementing communication-based solutions for sustainable development. Email: libertydreat@gmail.com; LinkedIn

Charumathi is a journalist, writer and poet based in Bangalore, India. She created the Treevellers’ Katte – a holding space for people’s tree stories and tree memories around 2016. You can read more about her work with trees on her blog.

Colten Blake is a student of Colorado State University

An economic researcher, Davi John J Simundo Palo has a distinguished background in economics, ethical governance, and socio-environmental development. He specializes in uplifting indigenous communities through sustainable development initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Leveraging a blend of traditional wisdom and modern methodologies, he drives program management, stakeholder engagement, and economic research. Follow him on LinkedIn

Deborah Elesie is a sustainability leader, agroforestry researcher, and founder of Agro-sustainability Digest. She is passionate about helping farmers adapt to climate change through natural, resilient farming practices. Through her work in education, climate action, and environmental restoration, she is committed to building a more sustainable world—one small, intentional action at a time. She is currently a technical support officer at Savannah Climate Action Initiative ( SAVCLIM-AFRICA), where she supports program implementation in tree planting, land restoration, agroforestry, and environmental education across dryland regions in Nigeria. You can reach her at: deborahelesie@gmail.com

Dr. Gopakumar S is the Dean of Faculty of Forestry at Kerala Agricultural University. His research and teaching have centered around forest and individual plant ecology, while his broader interests include the social dimensions of tropical forest management and the value addition of Black Dammar and its biomolecules. He is also passionate about using technology as a tool for ecological problem-solving. Follow him on LinkedIn

Dr. Mukti Sadhan Basu is the MD of SBSF Consultancy; Consultant TATA Trust, Ex Director, ICAR, Visiting Scientist, ICRISAT and UN International Consultant, Africa.He can be reached at muktisadhan@gmail.com; follow him on Linkedin

Dr. Nihar is a BNYS graduate from Rajiv Gandhi University, practising in Dubai. With 23 years of Yoga expertise, she is a holistic wellness champion, empowering individuals (online and in person ) through Personalized Yoga practices, Dietary programs, Detox technique-kriyas, Workshops and retreats that integrate Asanas, Pranayama, Mindfulness and 30 forms of yoga. Contact+971502862607Instagram: @niharwellnesshttp://niharwellness.com/

Dr. Santhoskumar AV is a Professor at the College of Forestry, Kerala Agricultural University, and Member of the Kerala State Biodiversity Board. Contact him via Linkedin.

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Dr. Urmimala Hazarika is a Scientist-D (Retd.) from the Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. She has a Doctorate in Botany from Gauhati University and did Ph.D in Sericulture Related Works from Central Muga Eri Research Institute, Jorhat, under the Botany Department of GU

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Dr Gautam Kumar Saikia is a Professor, at the Department of Tea Husbandry & Technology , Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam. India. Email: gksaikia68@yahoo.com; gautam.saikia@aau.ac.in

Dr. Mukul Kr. Deka is Principal Scientist at the AICRP on Honey Bees and Pollinators, Department of Entomology, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat. He has led the project since 2020 and has been associated with it since 2004.

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Emmanuel Precious Chinanu is an agriculture enthusiast and emerging agripreneur from Nigeria, passionate about building sustainable, tech-enabled food systems in the Global South. With a First-Class degree in Soil Science and hands-on experience in soilless farming, greenhouse cultivation, and agri-innovation, she is committed to exploring creative, inclusive solutions across the agriculture value chain. Balancing purpose and creativity, she also runs a fashion brand and envisions a future where agriculture and design intersect to create impact and opportunity. Contact her at: http://linkedin.com/in/precious-emmanuel-69aa87219; Email: preciouschinanu411@gmail.com; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16uX2X9jFe/?mibextid=LQQJ4d; https://www.facebook.com/share/1F4NmiRDaG/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

John Vincent Gastanes is the founder of Project Zacchaeus in Palawan, Philippines. Visit https://www.projectzacchaeus.com for more

K Pooja is an Agriculture Consultant, helping farmers grow smarter. She is passionate about transforming the way farming is done by blending traditional wisdom with modern solutions. With a strong understanding of Indian agricultural practices and challenges, she works closely with farmers and Agri-entrepreneurs to improve productivity, sustainability, and market access. She is currently building her consultancy to support rural communities with practical, cost-effective solutions especially in regions where access to such support is limited. Contact Pooja at: kpooja.agriconsult@gmail.com or on LinkedIn

K.A. Shaji is an independent journalist from South India, known for his in-depth reporting on rural distress, caste, tribal affairs, environment, and development. Over the past two decades, he has worked with leading publications including The Hindu, The Times of India, The Indian Express, The Hindustan Times, The Telegraph, Dainik Bhaskar, Tehelka, HuffPost India, Open, Outlook, and South First, while also contributing to international outlets such as The Guardian, BBC, Financial Times, and Mongabay. Based in Kerala, he continues to chronicle stories from the ground that connect local struggles with national and global debates on justice, ecology, and governance. Email: shajiwayanad@gmail.com Tel: 00 91 8921018884Follow on: LinkedIn

Kennedy George is the Director of Vacanza Africa Safaris. He organizes tours and his experience and native knowledge are the biggest assets that will enable tourists to not jsut understand the nature’s spectacle but also gain insights on why it matters for the communities. Write to him at Vacanzasafari@gmail.com or connect on phone or WhatsApp at +254 799 973431

Kunal Kapoor is creating solutions in the space of Natural Resource Management, Alternative Energy, Community Building with Social Communities & Digital Tribes. Involved with children and better learning solutions, house wife entrepreneurship, and welfare of the dlderly & post birth mother-infant stability. This was first published on Substack. Follow Kunal Kapoor

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Miss Mimansa Choudhury is a writer based in Guwahati, with a Master’s degree in English Literature from Central University of Gujarat. She is passionate about documenting overlooked histories and exploring the human dimensions of political borders, displacement, and memory.

Mitravinda Giri Nair completed her MBA in Marketing and is working at Walnut Fox on co-influencer marketing

Monidip Chutia, M.Sc. (Agri) & M.Tech. (RS & GIS), is Additional Director; Soil Conservation Department, Assam

Murli Nikam is the Chief Executive Officer of Modison Ltd, listed on BSE and NSE

Nosakhare Omon Aigiomawu is the Managing Partner of Country To Continents Agro LLC. An Agricultural Economist and Private Sector Development Expert, he supports environmentally Sustainable business opportunities that enables Africa develop Africa, and feed the world. He has over 13 years experience working with local and international organizations, in trade facilitation, sustainable and inclusive economic development programmes, for the Agri-Food sector and promoting E-commerce for MSMEs. Connect with him on LinkedIn

Osarenren Erhahon is a farmer, young agripreneur, agricultural economist and seed-to-plate advocate. A dedicated new-generation plant parent and veggie enthusiast, he specializes in vegetable production, greenhouse construction, soilless farming, and greenhouse maintenance. He is currently a partner at Soilless Farm Lab in Abeokuta, Ogun State, and supervisor at Grace Farms in Nigeria. LinkedIn

R Sukumar is the editor of The Fourth Plate

Reginald Toussaint grew up in a farming family in a remote Haitian village, where he learned firsthand the challenges and resilience of rural communities. Today, he combines that experience with over 15 years of leading agricultural projects that strengthen productivity and food security across Haiti. As Director of Business Development & Sustainability and Co-Founder of NOVHADEV, he works to build innovative, resilient agricultural systems that empower farmers and communities nationwide. Follow him on LinkedIn

S Umesh Rao is a moringa cultivator, and leaves and seeds supplier, also specializing in sustainable velvet bean and Kaunch Beej farming. He is an expert in regenerative agriculture, herbal and medicinal crops, and farm development consulting. He is also an experienced agro-entrepreneur with a focus on contract farming and innovative farm solutions. For more information about his organic moringa products and vacant land development consultancy, as well as high quality indigenous moringa, basil and other seeds, contact: S. Umesh Rao; Call/WhatsApp – 0091 8310 457 215; Email: umeshraomoringa@gmail.com

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Shitangshu Hazarika is the Manager, Jorhat office of Assam Tea Corporation Ltd, Cinnamara, Jorhat e-mail: jorhatofficeatcl@gmail.com

Dr. Sreeja KG is Research Director at ‘EQUINOCT –Community Sourced Modelling Solutions, a tech startup working in climate solutions. She is also co-founder, Dharaa Livelihood Initiative, a social enterprise supporting indigenous women’s enterprises and Resilient Destinations Foundation(RDF), a not-for-profit company working towards co- creation of Climate Resilient and ClimateResponsible Destinations with multi-sectoral partnerships. An Agricultural Economist by training, she holds aPhD in Agro-ecology & Agricultural Systems fromthe National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS),Bangalore and a post-doctoral fellowship in climate change impact assessment from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India.Follow her on LinkedInEmail: kg.sreeja@equinoct.com www.equinoct.com

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Vaishnavi Valupadasu is currently pursuing her Post Graduation at IIBS Banglore, Karnataka, for PGDM in Agri-business management. Connect on LinkedIn

Vasuki Shastry is an ESG expert and author, most recently of “The Notorious ESG,” and was Global Head of Public Affairs and Sustainability at Standard Chartered Bank

Tharushika Nethmi is an undergraduate student at the University of Peradeniya, completing her degree in Agricultural Technology and Management with a specialization in Animal Science and Technology. She is actively engaged in several university societies, including Roborosiya, the Gender Education and Women’s Initiative Unit, and the Animal Science Society.