About this episode

Richard Allen discusses the future of dairy and the complexities of global supply chains.

In this episode of The Strong Source, we welcome Richard Allen, President of Fonterra Global Ingredients — the world’s largest dairy exporter — for an open conversation about the future of dairy, volatility in commodity markets, and the complexity of global supply chains. From his 18-year journey across continents with Fonterra to the bold decision to divest the company’s consumer division, Richard shares powerful insights on the evolution of the dairy industry, risk management, and what it takes to lead in uncertain times.

People in this episode

Host: Strong Source

Guest: Richard Allen

Topics covered

• dairy industry
• commodity markets
• global supply chains
• risk management
• leadership

Keywords

• dairy
• Fonterra
• commodity markets
• supply chains
• risk management
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fonterra Global Ingredients, Fonterra

Places: global, dairy

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