Mr. Keith Agoada is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to revolutionizing the global agricultural supply chain. As the founder of Producers Trust, he has been instrumental in creating a network that empowers farmers worldwide by providing them with direct access to markets and essential data services. This initiative enhances transparency and ensures fair compensation for producers, thereby fostering sustainable agricultural practices.
His expertise and innovative approaches have garnered recognition from esteemed international organizations. Mr. Agoada has actively collaborated with the United Nations, contributing to high-level discussions on sustainable agriculture and climate action. Notably, he participated in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration’s learning session on “Artificial Intelligence and Nature Restoration,” where he explored the transformative potential of AI in environmental conservation. He was also a featured speaker at the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (WED) summit at the UN Headquarters, highlighting the role of sustainable agriculture in economic empowerment.
Under Mr. Agoada’s leadership, Producers Trust has expanded its reach to include over 1,000 producer groups across more than 80 countries, impacting the livelihoods of millions of farmers. The organization’s innovative platform, Landscape Relationship Management (LRM™), exemplifies his commitment to leveraging technology to drive sustainable systems change in food and agriculture.
Mr. Agoada’s vision is further strengthened by an esteemed Board of Advisors, whose collective expertise enhances Producers Trust’s capacity for impact and innovation: Susan Rockefeller, Craig Cogut, Adrian Grenier, Dr. Charles Levy, M.D., MBA, Rosa Sangiorgio, and Terry Tamminen.