Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Risk Management for Farmers
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in Agricultural Supply Chain Risk Management and the lead instructor for the Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Risk Management for Farmers. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've seen firsthand how climate change, market volatility, and other factors can significantly impact agricultural supply chains. I wanted to equip professionals with the skills needed to manage these risks effectively. HOST: That sounds crucial in today's agricultural landscape. Could you share some current industry trends that are particularly relevant to this course? GUEST: Certainly, there's increasing demand for transparency and traceability in food supply chains, as well as a growing focus on sustainability. Our course addresses these trends by teaching participants how to implement robust risk management strategies that promote long-term resilience. HOST: Those are essential issues indeed. Now, what would you say are some common challenges faced in this field or when learning/teaching this subject? GUEST: One major challenge is the constant evolution of risks, which requires continuous learning and adaptation. Additionally, convincing some farmers and agribusiness managers of the importance of proactive risk management can be difficult, as they may prefer to focus on day-to-day operations. HOST: It's clear that there's a need for ongoing education in this area. Lastly, how do you envision the future of supply chain risk management in agriculture? GUEST: I believe we'll see more integration of technology, such as data analytics and AI, to help identify and mitigate risks. It's also likely that there will be greater collaboration between farmers, supply chain partners, and regulators to ensure a more resilient and sustainable agricultural sector. HOST: Thank you, Dr. Smith, for sharing your insights and expertise with us today. We're excited to see the positive impact this course will have on the agricultural community. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm looking forward to helping farmers and agribusiness professionals build more resilient supply chains and secure their futures in agriculture.
