Newsweek is set to host an influential gathering of leaders in agricultural technology and sustainability on January 22, 2026, in Davos, Switzerland. The event, taking place at the Hotel Parsenn, coincides with the larger World Economic Forum, providing a critical platform for discussing the future of farming and its alignment with global environmental goals.
This one-day forum will feature a series of panel discussions led by senior executives and innovators from the agritech sector. Notable companies participating include PepsiCo, SAP, and HCLSoftware. The event will kick off with opening remarks from a Newsweek executive, setting the stage for an engaging dialogue on sustainable agricultural practices.
Exploring Sustainable Solutions
The AgriTech Event will delve into how digital tools and innovative financial frameworks can revolutionize agriculture, especially as climate pressures intensify. The agenda includes four themed conversations:
1. **The Digital Soil** — Building a Data-Driven Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture
2. **Higher Yields, Lower Impact** — Farming for More with Less
3. **Financing the Future of Food** — Scaling Innovation in a Resource-Constrained World
4. **The Next Generation of Crop and Climate Challenges in Farming**
Moderating these discussions will be prominent figures including Gabriel Snyder, Editorial Director at Newsweek; Matthew Tostevin, Senior Editor at Newsweek; and Daniela Di Gianantonio, Head of Digital Agriculture at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Leaders Shaping Agritech
The event promises to attract a diverse array of CEOs, founders, and technology executives who are pioneering advancements in agriculture. Confirmed speakers include:
– Jim Andrew, Executive Vice President, PepsiCo
– Philipp Herzig, Chief Technology Officer, SAP
– Feroz Sheikh, Chief Information and Digital Officer, Syngenta Group
– Ido Margalit, Co-Founder & CEO, BetterSeeds
– Jay McEntire, CEO & Co-Founder, Arva Intelligence
These leaders represent companies focused on innovative solutions ranging from soil restoration to advanced data analytics, emphasizing the importance of climate-resilient practices.
The audience will consist of representatives from major international organizations, highlighting the broad relevance of agricultural innovation to global climate and food security agendas. Attendees will include entities such as the United Nations Global Compact, the United Nations World Food Programme, and technology giants like Google and Ericsson. Their participation underscores the collective recognition that sustainable agriculture is a priority across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
This event is part of Newsweek’s continued commitment to spotlighting sustainable solutions and advancing climate resilience across various industries. For more information or to register for the AgriTech Event, visit the official Newsweek event page.
Additionally, those with sustainability or technology-related stories are encouraged to reach out to Newsweek, potentially contributing to the ongoing conversation surrounding innovation and climate action.
