Food systems demand infrastructure that can adapt as fast as global challenges evolve. This panel explores the latest strategies on building infrastructure that is not only sustainable but also future ready. Key topics • Agile design principles, smart logistics, and next-generation cold chain technologies transforming the backbone of food supply • Optimizing the balance between performance and cost • From risk to resilient food supply chains: role of emerging technologies for a smart food future • Supply chain transformation: building integrity, transparency, traceability and sustainability • Strengthening agri-food supply chain stability and increasing agri-food innovation and adoption • Maintaining modern research Infrastructure: Technology mapping, analytics integration and precision agriculture Moderator