Data Digital Readiness Food Systems 2025

The digital transformation of food systems is no longer about if, but how soon and for whom. Without deliberate, collaborative action, fragmentation will deepen, innovation will remain siloed and vulnerable actors will be left behind, undermining resilience, widening inequality and missing opportunities to use technology for climate adaptation, food security and inclusion. The World Economic Forum and its partners will continue to advance this agenda by building on previous insights and translating them into practical pathways for scale. This means moving beyond pilots to establish durable models of collaboration, governance and capacity building that can deliver long-term impact. The next phase of this work will focus on convening diverse stakeholders, aligning shared incentives, and supporting countries and institutions in embedding digital readiness into their food systems strategies. By acting as a neutral platform and catalyst, the Forum seeks to ensure that digital innovation is harnessed not only for efficiency, but also for resilience, inclusivity and sustainability. The tools exist, but they must be deployed with urgency and purpose. Conclusion The cost of inaction is rising and now is the time to embed readiness and scale inclusive digital solutions. Data and Digital Readiness in Food Systems 11