About Course
Come immerse in the latest industry technological trends, discovering invaluable insights into cutting-edge technologies, smart farming strategies, and innovative business models that are reshaping the industry in the region. Participate in dynamic group activities that will challenge you and hone your strategic thinking when it comes to digital agrifood trends.
Develop a practical action roadmap for addressing next step business and institutional digital agrifood transformation. Engage with top industry experts, thought leaders and world class instructors on "What’s Next" in building a resilient and sustainable digital food systems and business models in the face of global and regional challenges.
Join us at Singapore Institute of Technology's brand-new campus situated in the heart of Singapore’s Punggol Digital District. Be part of a legacy of innovation excellence, develop a dynamic network of peers and industry experts to draw on going forward, and be part of the future of food digital leadership development.
Skills you’ll gain
Food Technology
Sustainability
Design Innovation
Risk Management
Who Should Attend
Professionals including agribusiness executives, digital specialists looking to expand into the agribusiness space
Policymakers, institutional heads and agritech/digital entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia interested in gaining a deeper understanding of digital transformation in the region’s food systems
Prerequisites
Participants should have a minimum of a degree and relevant experience in the agribusiness sector or digital sector.
Bringing a problem statement related to digital transformation in food systems is recommended.
Background
Southeast Asia is at a critical point of inflection when it comes to agrifood systems. Its strategic location, diverse markets and fast pace of digital adoption make it a key region for business innovation.
At the same time, significant gains in productivity over recent decades are under threat due to shifting weather patterns, climate change, environmental degradation, biodiversity loss and changing population dynamics - all coming together forcing in new ways to farm, a rethink how the sector accesses knowledge, and how agrifood supply chains are managed. How the region and sector adapt to these changes will be a major factor in determining its future success.
Staying current with digital agrifood innovation in Asia and having the tools to ensure companies and organisations remain relevant and agile will be critical for business and institutional leaders looking to future-proof current business models, build resilient food systems, address the fragmented nature of agricultural value chains and respond to rapid evolving consumer and market demands.
About the Programme
Lead the Digital Revolution in Southeast Asia’s Food Systems - step into the future of agri-food digital innovation with a course designed to empower changemakers and managers like you. From smart farming and digital supply chains to next-gen marketplaces and adoption strategies, this program dives deep into the technologies and business strategies transforming Southeast Asia’s food landscape and will help you stay ahead in a swiftly changing global environment.
Immersive and Hands-On - you’ll not only explore cutting-edge tools—you’ll also learn how to apply them to real-world challenges. You’ll engage with and range of industry leaders and regional experts, collaborate with peers, and walk away with a prestigious certificate—and a shot at innovation prizes that spotlight your ideas.
Outcomes That Matter - by the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to spot and evaluate the digital trends reshaping food systems. You’ll critically assess smart farming technologies, design resilient supply chain strategies, and turn innovation into actionable business solutions. It’s not just about learning—it’s about leading the transformation.
Learning Outcomes
To equip participants with knowledge and practical skills to drive digital transformation in Southeast Asia’s food systems, focusing on smart farming, supply chains, marketplaces, and adoption strategies.
Spot the Trends, Shape the Future: An introduction to global food systems and the role of technology in enabling their transformation. Discover the digital forces revolutionizing Southeast Asia’s food systems—and learn how to harness them for real impact in your community, business, or organization.
Dive into Game-Changing Technologies: Explore powerful digital tools that are transforming the agri-food sector and sharpen your ability to evaluate and apply them with confidence.
Master Smart Farming for Southeast Asia: Uncover tailored strategies and technologies that elevate farming across the region’s diverse agricultural landscapes.
Build Resilient, Transparent Supply Chains: Learn from successful case studies and gain the know-how to design supply chains that are efficient, trustworthy, and future-ready.
Shape Digital Marketplaces That Matter: Compare bold marketplace strategies and discover how digital platforms are reshaping the way food is traded and consumed.
Turn Innovation into Action: Transform cutting-edge ideas into practical, scalable business solutions that drive growth in the agri-food sector.
Design Scalable Business Models and a Digital Agrifood Roadmap: Evaluate digital food system models with an eye for integration, expansion, and real-world delivery of solutions.
- Think Big, Think Systems: Break boundaries with cross-sector mindset and generate fresh, actionable ideas to tackle the region’s most pressing food system challenges.
Teaching Team
Adjunct Professor Sean de Cleene
Food, Chemical and Biotechnology, SIT; Senior Executive Programme, Harvard Business School, United States
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Professor Paul Teng
S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University
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Course Details
Schedule
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Day 1 Monday, 26 January 2026 | Understanding Trends Driving Digital Food Systems Transformation in Southeast Asia |
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Day 2 Tuesday, 27 January 2026 | Creating Effective Digitally Enabled Production Systems / Smart Farming |
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Day 3 Wednesday, 28 January 2026 | Digital Financing and Derisking of Food Systems | Explore digital innovations in digital financing and derisking solutions relevant to Southeast Asia |
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Day 4 Thursday, 29 January 2026 | Strengthening Value Chain Linkages / Smart Supply Chains | Develop strategies for efficient, transparent, and resilient supply chains in Southeast Asia |
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Day 5 Friday, 30 January 2026 | Digital Food Systems, Smart Marketplaces, and Adoption Roadmap | Understand digital marketplaces and changing demand in Southeast Asia Build digital transformation roadmaps |
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Why Join the Course?
- Gain insights into cutting-edge digital technologies reshaping the agri-food sector.
- Strengthen your ability to develop real-world solutions and exploit emerging technologies and business models through hands-on projects.
- Understand the value that a digital transformation mindset and strategic thinking bring to an organisation looking to apply agrifood 4.0
- Learn from experienced executives who have transformed their organisation and enabled change
- Establish connections with a network of industry leaders, experts, and peers across the region.
- Enhance your professional profile with a certificate and potential to win innovation prizes.
Ready to Transform Southeast Asia’s Food Systems?
Don’t just watch the future unfold—be the one shaping it. Join a vibrant community of innovators, leaders, and changemakers in the agri-food space. Whether you're looking to elevate your career, spark new ideas, or lead digital transformation, this course is your gateway.
Secure Your Spot Today to Unlock These Benefits
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
- Direct access to industry experts and regional leaders' networks
- A prestigious certificate and the chance to win innovation prizes
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$5,450.
Note:
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
- SkillsFuture funding is not applicable for this course.
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