Cyber Threats Grow in Agriculture as Ransomware Targets Supply Chain

Jonathan Braley joins us to discuss rising cybersecurity threats in agriculture, the risks of ransomware attacks, and how Food and Ag-ISAC’s new guide can help businesses better protect themselves.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD NEWS) — Technology continues to play an integral role in today’s agriculture sector, but as data use grows, so does the threat of ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture supply chain.

Jonathan Braley, with the Food and Agriculture Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Food and Ag-ISAC), joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report to discuss the latest cybersecurity risks and a newly released guide to protect small- and medium-sized businesses.

Braley provided an overview of current cybersecurity threats facing the food and ag sector, including trends in ransomware attacks and why they pose a significant risk to operations across the supply chain.

Braley also discussed the new cybersecurity guide, outlining how it is designed to help smaller businesses strengthen their defenses and better prepare for potential threats. He also shared key takeaways from the Food and Ag-ISAC’s cybersecurity guide for business owners.

Finally, Braley shared advice for businesses looking to stay protected, including what to watch for in the year ahead as cyber threats continue to evolve.

LEARN MORE: www.foodandag-isac.org/resources

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