#28 - The Future of Water in Food Systems with Allison Pe...

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In this episode, Alison Penner from Reimagine Agriculture joins Els and dives into the hidden water crisis in our food system. With agriculture consuming 70% of global freshwater, Alison explores practical strategies like precision irrigation and reducing factory farming to cut water use.Discover how policy changes and consumer awareness can transform our approach to water in agriculture. Learn about successful international efforts to reduce food waste and how these can be applied to save water and resources in Canada. Alison shares insights on empowering local farms and shifting subsidies to promote sustainable practices.Join us for actionable insights and be part of the change. For more on water sustainability, check out Water Talks on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you find your podcasts.

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In this episode, Alison Penner from Reimagine Agriculture joins Els and dives into the hidden water crisis in our food system. With agriculture consuming 70% of global freshwater, Alison explores practical strategies like precision irrigation and...

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