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Innovation and changing consumer habits are reshaping the food system

Increasing concerns surrounding the pandemic, international conflict and inflation are rapidly transforming both business investments and consumer habits, charting new paths for today and tomorrow.

Driving factors of M&A and investment changes

Despite the recent increase in investment volume and the number of players in M&A, many companies may still need to adjust investment strategies in response to continued supply chain, production and price disruptions.

 

Learn how investment strategies are changing with the M&A activity surge

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Increased industry funding empowers farmers

With continued disruption in supply chain, production and labor, farmers are finding new and innovative ways to operate more safely, efficiently and sustainably.

 

Explore how AgTech funding is creating more opportunities for farmers

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Supply chains face continued disruptions

Labor, raw materials, logistics and policy are just a few of the areas creating extended shipping delays, product shortages and pricing complications.

 

Explore the factors impacting the already-strained supply chain system

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Public policy outlook

Public policy is shifting to focus on creating stability. From farmers and companies to consumers, public policy aims to protect all stakeholders from anti-trust and regulatory issues, as well as inflation and global volatility.

 

Learn the potential impacts from these new public policy measures

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How consumer concerns are shifting purchasing

In addition to behavior shifts in response to rising inflation and affordability concerns, consumers are also pivoting toward purchases that align with health, sustainability and their values.

 

Understand the impact of evolving consumer purchasing criteria

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How EY can help

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    Discover how EY's supply chain team can help your business redefine its end-to-end supply chain and operations to support your enterprise objectives.

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