Tim Benton
Professor of ecology and former UK Food Security Champion, researcher on food systems, biodiversity, and sustainability who has worked at Chatham House and in government on food security and geopolitics.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 33min
Why the Food System is About to Collapse [TIM BENTON]
Tim Benton, Professor of Ecology and former UK Food Security Champion, brings a systems view of food, farming, and planetary risk. He unpacks why global, low‑diversity food systems are fragile. Short takes cover technology limits, diet shifts, agroecology, political lock‑ins, and the levers needed to steer toward resilient, sustainable food futures.
Sep 17, 2023 • 37min
Sustainability Special – How can we make our food more secure?
Prof Tim Benton, a renowned expert in food sustainability, discusses the fragility of global food systems and the impacts of conflicts, climate change, and pests on food security. He also explores the advancements in chemistry and science that can make the food system more secure, such as personalized nutrition and sustainable farming. Additionally, the importance of diversifying the food system, exploring growing technologies like plant-based meats, and reducing land conversion and food waste through innovative approaches are discussed.
