As of 2025, the commodities market in Asia is projected to reach approximately US$32 trillion, with a projected annual growth rate of 2% from 2025 to 2029. Yet, this behemoth industry and trade has lagged behind in keeping up with evolving ESG expectations and trends.
Gerald Tan, a fourth-generation business owner, saw the inefficiencies and lack of transparency in the industry and set out to make a change. Agridence is a digital platform that is transforming the way agri-commodities are procured and traded.
How is Agridence enabling the global transition to a greener, more ethical commodities industry?
On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Gerald Tan, CEO of Agridence to find out more.
Presented by: Hongbin Jeong
Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) and Hongbin Jeong
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