Emergency Food Supply Measures Signal Bleak Future

Japan has enacted a "food supply emergency measures law" to address rising food costs and supply shortages, allowing the government to direct food producers in response to production declines. This follows significant rice price increases and reflects broader concerns about food security amid climate change and geopolitical instability. Other countries are also urging preparedness for potential food crises.

The Age of Reckoning for Food Supply Chain

This article provides an abstract of a keynote speech at BRCGS Connect 2025, discussing global supply chain challenges influenced by factors like COVID-19, regulatory shifts, and trade wars. It emphasizes the importance of compliance as an investment, sustainability challenges, and the role of AI in driving innovation and efficiency within the food industry.