December 20, 2024: The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is going to host the 21st edition of Amaethon, its flagship food and agribusiness summit, on December 21-22,
2024, at the IIMA Campus. With the theme “Circular Solutions in Food and Agriculture,”
Amaethon 2024 promises two days of enriching dialogue, hands-on learning, and vibrant cultural
experiences.
For over two decades, Amaethon has been a hub for innovation, networking, and leadership in
the food and agribusiness space. This year’s Amaethon is designed to appeal to a diverse
audience of students, industry professionals, policymakers, academia, and local residents alike.
The event will bring together accomplished speakers for interactive workshops and insightful
panel discussions such as:
A) Compelling workshops and talks by leading experts who are shaping the future of
agriculture:
- Decoding Agricultural Land Prices
○ By Professor Prashant Das (IIMA) and Mr. Naman Srivastava (Landeed)
○ Understand what drives land prices and master cutting-edge valuation tools - Commodity Trading and Risk Management in Agriculture
○ By Mr. Avinash Mohan (Chief Risk & Surveillance Officer, NCDEX)
○ Learn how to navigate risks in the fast-paced world of commodity trading - Grassroots Entrepreneurship: Leveraging Local Knowledge
○ By Padma Shri Professor Anil Kumar Gupta (Founder, Honey Bee Network)
○ Get inspired to harness indigenous resources for impactful entrepreneurship - Future Trends in Agri-Business
○ By Shri Ram Kaundinya (Partner, Klorofil Biologics)
○ Explore innovations and trends that are shaping the future of agri-business
B) Engaging Panel Discussions with distinguished speakers on topics:
o Women in Indian Agri-Business: Addressing Opportunities and
Challenges
o Seeds of Change: Tech-Driven Innovation in Food and Agriculture
o Sustainability in Food and Agri-Business
For the first time, Amaethon 2024 is also going to host a vibrant Food Fest that celebrates
Ahmedabad’s love for good food. This Food Fest is open to the public and will be a
gastronomic delight for those who love food and culture. The highlights of the Food Fest
include:
● Mini Satvik Food Festival: Curated by Padma Shri Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta, this
exclusive showcase features traditional, healthy, and eco-friendly dishes
● Fusion Food Stalls: Unique recipes blending local flavours with global cuisines
● Live Cooking Competitions: Live cook-offs between creative food innovators