Why Is Singapore's Temasek Focusing on Agri-Food Investments?

The video discusses investment opportunities in sustainable and nutritious food, focusing on macro trends, plant-based alternatives, and global consumption patterns. It highlights investments in Impossible Foods and vertical farming, while analyzing the Bayer Monsanto deal amidst litigation. The video also explores exciting investment areas across the value chain.

What is a significant challenge mentioned in the context of sustainable food investments?

• Lack of consumer interest

• Abundance of natural resources

• Static size of the planet

• Decreasing global population

What is a key reason for investing in Impossible Foods?

• Government incentives

• High meat consumption

• Emerging consumer trends

• Lack of competition

Which factor is influencing changes in protein consumption patterns in Asia?

• Decline in population

• African swine flu

• Decrease in urbanization

• Stable pork prices

What is a major focus of investment in Singapore related to urban agriculture?

• Aquaculture

• Hydroponics

• Traditional farming

• Vertical farming

What is the primary concern with the Bayer Monsanto investment?

• Short-term profitability

• Litigation related to cancer links

• Lack of market demand

• Environmental regulations

How does the company approach investments in startups and mature businesses?

• Focus only on mature businesses

• Avoid early-stage investments

• Invest only in startups

• Invest across the value chain

What flexibility does the company have in its investment strategy?

• Only invests in technology startups

• Restricted to public market investments

• Can invest at any stage, including post-IPO

• Limited to pre-IPO investments