It's clear that agriculture, done right, is the best means the world has today to simultaneously tackle food security, poverty and environmental degradation.

Mom was a housewife; Dad was an accountant. They taught me a lot about the value of working hard.

I've received many good pieces of advice throughout my life.

The most important role of a leader is to set a clear direction, be transparent about how to get there and to stay the course.

Exposure to a diversity of disciplines has been exceptionally helpful to me.

It's fair to characterise me as competitive and determined, but anyone who works with me will attest to the fact I believe very strongly in the notion of servant leadership.

How you manage change can make all the difference.