Smith Sheehy, Vice President of Program Development and a board advisor for the Cybersecurity Association of the Food Industry, discusses the critical role of cybersecurity in the food industry. She emphasizes the importance of securing the digital nervous system of food production, comparing digital threats to biological pathogens. She advocates for integrating cybersecurity into new technologies and policies. Smith also underscores the importance of transparency and continuous education within organizations to enhance cybersecurity practices.