David Farrell

David Farrell is the CEO and founding partner of Blue North Sustainability, a consultancy focused on agricultural and food system sustainability. With over 35 years in the South African agri-food sector and past 15 years leading Blue North, David has extensive experience in the theory and practice of building resilience and sustainability into the food system, from farm-level to retail. 

Blue North delivers its services via a range of online platforms and bespoke advisory services. The company has a global client base, covering  small to large scale farming operations,  supply chain intermediaries (including processors, exporters and importers), retailers, as well as NGO’s and Government Departments.

David holds a B.Sc. in Agriculture (Horticultural Science) and an MBA. Additionally, he is a Senior Associate of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) – he is co-convenor of CISL’s online Sustainable Food System course and teaches on their programmes in the UK and in South Africa.