Agriculture 2.0 Global Investments

Online, September 21, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Scarcity-driven alternative investments are coming to the forefront as concerns over the global economy, climate change, and growing global population rock the confidence in more traditional investment strategies. Agriculture 2.0 Global Investments is the world's only agriculture investment conference with a focus on responsible investments for a sustainable future. This landmark event at the Renaissance Downtown Toronto will feature three full days of education, networking and investment-ready opportunities, including the first-ever Water 2.0 Investment Summit.

Taking place November 7-9, 2011, Ag 2.0 Global Investments and the Water 2.0 Investment Summit will provide a platform for a truly international discussion on the future of food and water conservation, and where to find the best returns while remaining on the cutting edge of sustainable innovation. Topics discussed will include International Farmland Strategy, Foreign Investment Review Boards, Risk Management, the Bio-Based Economy, Predictions for the Future, and more.

Prominent speakers from Bunge, Bayer CropScience, TIAA-CREF, Sprott Resources, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Cultivian Ventures, Cleantech Group, The World Bank, Mercer, Deutsche Bank, Wake Forest University Endowment, International Finance Corporation, UFG Asset Management, Emergent Asset Management, Avrio Ventures many more will be on hand to share critical insights.

"This is by far the most comprehensive program that we have had to date, including education and global opportunities along the entire supply chain, from innovations in agriculture inputs to pure farmland plays to consumer-facing products," says Kate Westfall, Ag 2.0 Conference Director. "These three days provide a commercial marketplace for the industry where the major players will come together to find deals and build the international network of investors and industry executives looking for strong returns while changing the trajectory of the global food system and the future of water."

Since its premiere in 2009, Ag 2.0 has served as a platform for dozens of promising agriculture, aquaculture, food, water and biotech entrepreneurs to present their business plans in an exciting innovation showcase. For Ag 2.0 Global Investments in Toronto, the format has been updated and reimagined into a quick-fire pitch with immediate feedback from three venture capital investors. Limited spots remain available. To apply, please visit www.ag20global.com or www.water20summit.com.