ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESS REVIEWOCT - NOV 20258 By Truke Smoor, Global Sustainability Director ­ Water & Climate Risk, Cargill This exclusive feature explores Truke Smoor's pivotal role as the Global Sustainability Director for Water at Cargill, where she leads the development and execution of the company's global water strategy. Truke shares invaluable insights into how regenerative agriculture plays a crucial role in improving water resilience and addressing the growing challenges of water scarcity and quality. With a focus on creating sustainable solutions across agricultural supply chains, Truke highlights the significant impact of nature-based practices in building long-term water resilience, while offering expert guidance on the importance of collective responsibility and innovation in safeguarding this vital resource.Water is the foundation of our global food system. Yet, intensifying droughts and flooding, declining water quality, and increasing climate pressures ­ such as shifting weather patterns and more frequent extreme weather events ­ are increasingly disrupting agricultural supply chains and food security. These risks mean that we need to not only work on reducing impact, but also on restoring ecosystems and building resilience. At Cargill, we recognize that water is not just an operational input but a shared resource critical to economic stability and environmental health. One of the most effective ways to safeguard water resources while boosting long-term agricultural productivity is through regenerative agriculture.Regenerative Agriculture: A Nature-Based Solution for Water ResilienceCargill defines regenerative agriculture as farming and ranching systems that build resilience and deliver positive environmental outcomes for people and our planet. Key Truke Smoor is Sustainability Director Water at Cargill and leads the development and implementation of the company's global water strategy. Truke has been the architect of the water targets for Cargill, the first of its kind addressing water availability, quality and access to safe drinking water across the value chain. Before joining Cargill, Truke worked as an environmental consultant and has had roles in chemicals and pharmaceutical industry.OPINIONIN MYTruke SmoorMANAGING WATER SUSTAINABLY: THE ROLE OF REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE IN A RESILIENT FOOD SYSTEM
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