Preparing future-ready youths for agri-food challenges

Abstract

The changing dynamics of the global economy and the increasing demands of our growing population require exploring innovative solutions to enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability and profitability. Agricultural education has a profound role to play in shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. The objective of the session is to share and discuss the issues related to the transformations and reforms in agricultural education to develop a skilled, adaptable and future-ready workforce that can tackle the challenges of a rapidly changing world—especially with regard to agricultural and food challenges—and to discuss how the next generation of agricultural professionals—women and men—can be equipped with the skills, knowledge and mindset needed to address contemporary agricultural challenges. As the world seeks solutions to address climate change, food security and rural development, future-ready agricultural professionals must emerge— individuals who are equipped not only with practical skills but also with a deep understanding of sustainable practices and global challenges. The session will also provide a forum for delegates from different parts of the world to interact and exchange information about the agricultural education system being adopted in their respective countries.