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Caught in the Act: The Agri-Food World You Don’t Expect

12th March 2026 – “RacColti sul fatto” was launched, the agri-food podcast produced in collaboration with storielibere.fm and science communicator Chimicazza

Fondazione Invernizzi has expanded its commitment to science communication with “RacColti sul fatto – l’agroalimentare che non ti aspetti”, the new podcast produced in collaboration with storielibere and science communicator Chimicazza. The project aims at offering the general public an informed and accessible perspective on a sector that is often covered superficially by the media, despite being central to today’s economy and society: the agri-food system. Through eight episodes, published every fortnight on major streaming platforms, the podcast explores the complex interplay of science, economics, technology and culture that is transforming the way we produce, distribute and eat food.

Telling about food through science

How much does the food we put on our tables actually cost? How are technological innovation and climate change transforming agriculture? What skills and jobs will emerge in the agri-food sector in the next few years?
“RacColti sul fatto” attempts to answer these questions, guided by Chimicazza – an organic chemist and science communicator known for his direct and ironic style – who takes listeners on a journey through data, scientific research and expert testimony.
Each episode is built around a “word of the day”, a key concept that serves as the starting point for exploring a complex topic using clear and rigorous language.
It starts with “Money”, to understand the agri-food sector’s importance to the economy and what really lies behind the price of food. With “Dose”, the podcast explores the relationship between diet, health and risk perception in a society where food is more strictly regulated than ever.
The word “Hybrid” introduces the technological transformations taking place in the sector and the emergence of new professions combining agronomy, data and innovation. With “Sustainability”, the podcast addresses the global challenge of feeding a growing population while reducing waste and inefficiencies.
The journey continues with “Identity”, dedicated to the relationship between food and culture, and “Adaptation”, which explores how agriculture is responding to the effects of climate change. The word “Balance” examines the role of livestock farming in contemporary food systems, while “New Frontiers” looks to the future of food production, from emerging technologies to experiments in space agriculture.
Eight keywords for exploring the food supply chain, global challenges and the innovations reshaping our relationship with what we eat.

A science communication project

The podcast is part of Fondazione Invernizzi’s broader commitment to fostering knowledge and dissemination of scientific culture.

Professor Giuseppe Bertoni, President of the Invernizzi Foundation, has pointed out:

‘RacColti sul fatto aims at contributing to a more informed public conversation about the agri-food sector, a key area for health, the economy and our future. We believe in the value of rigorous yet accessible, reliable and transparent science communication: bringing research, innovation and society into dialogue means offering practical tools to navigate data, perceptions and false myths. Fondazione Invernizzi considers this podcast as a cultural investment in younger generations and quality information.”