New Cybersecurity Resource from Food and Ag-ISAC

By NGFA

Cyber threats are a growing concern for agribusinesses of all sizes, and the Food and Agriculture Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Food and Ag-ISAC) has released an updated Cybersecurity Guide for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses to help. The guide offers straightforward, low-cost practices that companies can implement today to improve their defenses. It draws from real-world data showing that 88 percent of cyber threats in the sector involve phishing and that 92 percent exploit existing software tools already inside networks.

Key recommendations include:

• Train your team: Security awareness programs can reduce the chance of human error by up to 30 percent.

• Use multi-factor authentication: A simple, cost-effective way to thwart unauthorized access.

• Back up critical data – offline: Especially important for operations where downtime can lead to spoilage or missed deliveries.

Download the full guide here.