The Sustainable Commodities Podcast

Theory vs. Practice: Regenerative Farming, Corporate Sustainability and AI - with Vighnesha Adiga

Welcome back to the Sustainable Commodities Podcast! In this episode, Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch sit down with entrepreneur, agritech strategist, and regenerative farmer Vighnesha (Vig) Adiga.

Coconut, Palm and Soya - A Debrief on June’s Sustainable Commodities Conferences

Hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch catch up on a whirlwind few weeks of back-to-back commodity conferences across the UK, giving their thoughts from events at Chester Zoo and in London.

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FutureChain 2026: The Hard Reality of Supply Chain Resilience

In this special solo edition of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast, host Barnaby Patchett delivers an honest debrief on the FutureChain 2026 conference. Reflecting on the April event in London, Barnaby cuts through the corporate noise to examine the programme, and look at the hard economic truths driving the sector.

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FutureChain 2026: Supply Chain Resilience & Regenerative Agriculture

Welcome to a special FutureChain 2026 edition of the Sustainable Commodities - featuring six short interviews recorded live with expert panellists and delegates at the conference, which was held in London in April 2026. The interviews focus on strengthening ingredient supply chain resilience, taking a practical look at the challenges and opportunities within regenerative agriculture and raw materials risk.

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From Smallholders to Soil: A New Vision for Sustainable Palm Oil – Reza Azmi, Wild Asia

On this edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch are joined by Reza Azmi, Executive Director of Wild Asia. Wild Asia is a Malaysian social enterprise that takes a profoundly different approach to sustainable palm oil. Reza and his team work directly with independent smallholder farmers to build trust, improve soil health and prove that sustainable agriculture is not only possible but financially rewarding.

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Transforming Landscapes, Not Just Commodities – Alejandro Diaz, Commonland

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast! This week, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch sit down with Alejandro Diaz, Landscape Finance Manager at Commonland.

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Not All Palm Oil is Created Equal – Mark Wong, SD Guthrie International

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast! This week, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch sit down with a true palm oil industry heavyweight: Mark Wong, Head of Downstream Sustainability at SD Guthrie International (formerly Sime Darby).

The New Roadmap for Responsible Supply Chains - Dr. Jeff Milder (AFi)

Welcome to the first episode of the Sustainable Commodities Podcast for 2026! After a short break, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch are back to tackle the pressing question facing businesses this year: What comes next?

2025 Year in Review: Malaysia, Market Realities, and the EUDR Mess

In this special end-of-year edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, hosts Barnaby Patchett and Judith Murdoch look back at a chaotic 2025 and look ahead to what’s next.

Beyond Traceability: The Future of Sustainable Sourcing: Neil Judd Proforest

Has the myopic focus on traceability hamstrung EUDR? How can we integrate nature and biodiversity into corporate policies?

Minty Challenges in Supply Chain Sustainability – Ben Thornton-Jones – Haleon

How do you make toothpaste more sustainable? Turns out there are some real challenges! In this episode, we’re talking about mint, palm oil and oleochemicals.

The Power of Partnership in the Fight Against Deforestation – Priscillia Moulin, MosaiX / Earthqualizer

This week on the podcast, we’re talking deforestation, supply chain monitoring, the power and limitations of tech platforms and data, and why working in partnership with producers is the most effective way to drive positive change!

Does Palm Oil Really Rule the Supermarket - Emily Meijaard, Borneo Futures

Is palm oil really in 50% of packaged supermarket products? No – according to a new report published this week! On this edition, it’s time for some serious mythbusting on this often repeated claim!

Simon Kraemer – EARA: The Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025

Host Barnaby Patchett sits down with Simon Kraemer, Executive Director of the European Alliance for Regenerative Agriculture (EARA), an independent farmer-led coordination, advocacy and collective action organisation.

Douglas Christie: The Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025

Doug, a farmer for over 35 years, shares his journey, as well as the many challenges, opportunities, benefits and downsides of regenerative farming – covering finance, soil health, yields and barriers to adoption.

Carlotta Costa – Dimitra: The Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025

Barnaby Patchett sit down with Carlotta Costa, Director of ESG at Dimitra, to unpack why technology and data are so important to the Regenerative Agriculture movement.

Jen Godderidge – ATMO: The Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025

From farm to finance – how do we make it easier for farmers to access the financial rewards they need and deserve for investing in climate-positive practices?

Robyn Cooper - CZ: The Regenerative Agriculture Summit 2025

A special mini-edition of the podcast, recorded live at the Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025 with Robyn Cooper – Senior Manager, Regenerative Agriculture - CZ.

The Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025

A special edition of The Sustainable Commodities Podcast, and the first in a short series on The Regenerative Agriculture Summit Europe 2025, a conference held in Amsterdam, in September 2025.

Palm Oil Barometer 2025 – Marieke Leegwater, Solidaridad

What is the state of the palm oil industry in 2025? Why do we need to improve current palm oil sourcing practices? How can we transition our approach to ensure a better deal for smallholders?