CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report by MIT Technology Review Insights seeks to understand how the food industry can use AI to help meet the increasing global demand for nutritious, affordable produce, ensure resilient supplies, and minimize its effects on the environment.
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The report, "Powering the food industry with AI [https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4384671-1&h=3381878000&u=https%3A%2F%2Fter.li%2Fmittr_revvitysignals_pr&a=Powering+the+food+industry+with+AI]," is produced in partnership with [https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4384671-1&h=495205166&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.databricks.com%2F&a=%C2%A0]Revvity Signals and is based on in-depth interviews with senior executives and experts. Among the organizations represented are Syngenta Crop Protection, Ayana Bio, PIPA, Pairwise, Rivalz, Syngenta Group, the University of California, and Revvity Signals.
"AI is a game changer," says Jun Liu, senior product marketing manager for Revvity Signals. "From research and development to supply chain management, AI is set to revolutionize science, operations, and business. Companies that recognize its potential, adopt smart AI strategies, and invest in robust data management infrastructure and practices will gain a competitive edge. While this transformation is exciting for some and concerning for others, it is undeniably inescapable for all."
The findings are as follows:
-- Predictive analytics are accelerating R&D cycles in crop and food
science. AI reduces the time and resources needed to experiment with new
food products and turns traditional trial-and-error cycles into more
efficient data-driven discoveries. Advanced models and simulations
enable scientists to explore natural ingredients and processes by
simulating thousands of conditions, configurations, and genetic
variations until they crack the right combination.
-- AI is bringing data-driven insights to a fragmented supply chain. AI can
revolutionize the food industry's complex value chain by breaking
operational silos and translating vast streams of data into actionable
intelligence. Notably, LLMs and chatbots can serve as digital
interpreters, democratizing access to data analysis for farmers and
growers, and enabling more informed decisions by food companies.
-- Partnerships are crucial for maximizing respective strengths. While
large agricultural companies lead in AI implementation, promising
breakthroughs often emerge from strategic collaborations that leverage
complementary strengths with academic institutions and startups.
-- Better data strategies and industry standards are needed. Current
fragmentation in data practices is blocking AI implementation at scale.
The industry must develop comprehensive data strategies that balance
multiple priorities: secure information sharing, rigorous privacy
protection, and standardized data formats.
"AI is revolutionizing the way we approach food science, transforming traditional R&D into a data-driven powerhouse of innovation," says Laurel Ruma, global director of custom content for MIT Technology Review. "By harnessing predictive analytics, we can accelerate discovery, optimize supply chains, and bridge critical knowledge gaps across the industry."
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For more information please contact:
Natasha Conteh
Head of Communications
MIT Technology Review Insights
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