We tell the stories of innovators at the intersection of agriculture and technology to answer the question: what really is agtech and why should you care?
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From the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative at NC State comes a podcast that takes a 360° view of emerging agriculture technologies. Join the host, N.C. PSI Executive Director Adrian Percy as he speaks with academic researchers, industry experts, growers, producers, Extension specialists, and others in the agtech community.
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Do you struggle to stay up-to-date with the latest news from the world of AgTech? Every week join your host Natasha Cole as she breaks down the latest stories from the world of CEA and Vertical Farming. Each episode provides you with your weekly dose of AgTech news, ensuring you stay up to date with latest news from this fast-paced and exciting industry. Subscribe and Follow AgTech Weekly Review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
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Conversation and community about technology in agriculture.
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Key Takeaways In this week’s development from the agtech world, we cover Elicit’s expansion in the US market with its new drought mitigation technology, Oxitec’s latest approval of its fall armyworm solution, and the release of the official FoodTech 500 featuring companies.Autor: AgTech Media Group
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AgTech News …So What? March 2024 with Shane Thomas
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This week, we’re breaking down the freshest announcements from the agribusiness, agtech, and global ag policy worlds to share insights and ask “so what?” Sarah is joined this week by Tenacious Ventures Managing Partner J. Matthew Pryor and Shane Thomas, author of Upstream Ag Insights. For more information and resources, visit our website. The infor…
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Unearthing Soil Secrets with Extension Specialist Luke Gatiboni
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Dr. Luke Gatiboni, Extension Soil Fertility Specialist and Associate Professor at NC State, shares his expertise on fertilizers and soil health. His research focuses on uncovering the elusive balance of soil nutrients critical for boosting yields. Dr. Gatiboni helps farmers identify the "unique recipes" needed for different soil types and agricultu…
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Key Takeaways AgPlenus' Milestone, NewLeaf Symbiotics Product Launch, CNH's Partnership & More In this week's episode, we have compiled a series of stories that highlight some of the most significant happenings in the world of agtech. These include AgPlenus's latest milestone achievement, the University of Kentucky's recent study findings on Pivot …
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Generics, Biologicals, and the Volatile Farm Inputs Market with Sam Taylor, Rabobank
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The global ag sector has recently passed a turning point, with prices and future outlooks for key commodities taking a decidedly pessimistic turn. Though market volatility is nothing new for producers, it does change the profitability equation. One of the first targets for pencil-sharpening and scrutiny tends to be farm inputs– from crop protection…
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Key Takeaways This week, we're bringing you an in-depth look at strategic acquisitions, significant venture fund movements, groundbreaking investments, and innovative collaborations that set new benchmarks in the AgTech sector. Dive into this episode to discover how these key movements pave the way for a more sustainable, efficient, and technologic…
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Women in Science: Entrepreneur Kathryn Polkoff Tackles Cow Burps and Climate Change
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Kathryn Polkoff, co-founder and CEO of Hoofprint Biome, shares the remarkable journey of developing a pioneering product designed to combat climate change and enhance bovine health simultaneously. Tune in to discover how their innovative probiotic solution reduces methane emissions from cow burps. Polkoff is driving agricultural sustainability and …
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Getting into the Weeds: AI, Computer Vision, and the Future of Non-Chemical Weeding
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Weeds are a very expensive problem. According to one 2016 study, if weeds were left to grow unchecked in agricultural fields across just the US and Canada, the cost in lost productivity would total over $43 billion. And challenges are mounting. Though the last century has been ruled by crop protection chemistries that have kept weeds at bay– crafty…
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Women in Science: FA Bio Founders' Innovative Solutions in Agriculture and the Workplace
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Founded by a team of visionary women, FA Bio is dedicated to identifying sustainable agriculture solutions. They have created a new microbial discovery platform to assist with developing agricultural bioproducts. Their innovative approaches stretch beyond the lab to inclusive hiring practices that attract a diverse workforce. Discover the experienc…
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AgTech Weekly Review February 12, 2024
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ProducePay's Series D, Financial Results, Partnerships & More! In today's discussion, we will be exploring the recent financial outcomes and strategic movements within the AgTech sector. Companies such as Yara International, Bioceres Crop Solutions, Green Plains Inc., AGCO Corporation, and FMC Corporation have recently shared their latest financial…
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How Small Growers Think about AgTech, with Sam Godwin, Washington Apple Grower
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There are few areas of the ag sector that are more in need of tech solutions than tree fruits. All around the world, factors like labor shortages, an aging farm workforce, mounting regulations, and rising costs have put fresh produce growers in a bind. AgTech innovators have been hard at work on tools - especially harvesting tools - for years. But …
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AgTech Weekly Review February 5, 2023
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Stories Mentioned Inari Secures $103 Million in Latest Funding Round Saga Robotics Raises $11.5M to Expand AI-Powered Farming Robots Agrow Analytics Raises $703k to Advance Precision Irrigation North Dakota Awarded Up to $160M for AgTech Innovation by NSF Supree’s Self-Drying Tomatoes Set New Standards Lucent Bio’s Eco-Friendly, Microplastic-Free S…
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AgTech Weekly Review January 29, 2023
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Recent Funding Developments in AgTech Elo Life Systems Nets $20.5M Raised in Series A2 Financing Infinite Roots Secures €53 Million in Series B Funding Bluewhite’s Series C Funding Achievement ArcTern Ventures Secures $335M for Climate Tech Fund Neatleaf Secures $4M in Funding from AgFunder Kaffe Bueno Secures €6.2 Million Investment PhageLab Secur…
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AgTech News …So What? January 2024 with Shane Thomas
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This week, in a new experimental format, we’re breaking down the freshest announcements from leaders in the agribusiness, agtech, and ag production worlds to share insights and ask “so what?” Sarah is joined this week by Tenacious Ventures Managing Partner J. Matthew Pryor and Shane Thomas, author of Upstream Ag Insights. What John Deere’s announce…
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AgTech Weekly Review January 22, 2023
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In this edition of the podcast, we take you on a journey through the dynamic world of agricultural technology, highlighting the pivotal strides and transformations occurring across the industry. From Nasekomo's impressive funding in insect bioconversion to the groundbreaking satellite communications partnership between Deere & Company and SpaceX, w…
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AgTech Weekly Review January 15, 2023
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Key Takeaways Innovations in Rice Cultivation: IRRI's SpeedFlower protocol could double rice yields. Advancements in Wheat Farming: Save Foods’ Nitrousink and Cibus' gene editing breakthroughs. New Biofungicide for Crop Protection: Certis Biologicals introduces Convergence. Growth in AgriBusiness: Loam Bio's expansion and Burro's Series B funding h…
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Cultivating Holiday Magic from Seed to Tree with Barr Evergreens
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Rusty Barr from Barr Evergreens talks about advances in technology that have improved Christmas tree seedling production and helped unlock secrets to accelerating growth. Learn how his family business is crafting the perfect holiday centerpiece from root to tip by introducing new science to the old orchard.…
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Tree Tech Talk with NC State Researcher Justin Whitehill
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Dr. Justin Whitehill explains how his lab is helping create a more resilient and desirable Christmas tree. He shares insights on combating root rot, thwarting insect pests, and outsmarting browsing deer. With nearly four decades of tree breeding and genetic improvement research to build on, Dr. Whitehill and his team collaborate with growers to enh…
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Looking for the freshest stories shaping the CEA landscape? Look no further. Each week, your host, Natasha Coles takes you into the fast-moving world of AgTech where innovation meets sustainability and where every story brings us closer to a greener future. Whether you're an AgTech enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the world of indoor agric…
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Somehow it’s December again, and another year has come and nearly gone. We've spent a lot of time reflecting on the highs and lows of a particularly unpredictable year for Tenacious Ventures, our portfolio companies, and agtech more broadly. In that spirit, we’re taking time to talk about what we've learned from a year of fundraising, advising, lea…
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Reflecting on Nowadays, a Tenacious Portfolio Company Wind Down
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Hearing the stats about startup failure rates (70 - 90%), and how one - only one- investment drives returns for most VC funds, is one thing. Actually experiencing it, is another. In line with our learning out loud ethos, today we're talking about Nowadays, a Tenacious portfolio company that recently wound down operations. Nowadays was a manufacturi…
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Part 2: Sensors Used at Nash Produce Could Increase Profitability for Sweet Potato Growers
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Thomas Joyner, President of Nash Produce, shares how using Sweet-APPS technology boosts profitability and yields by taking pictures of their full storage bins. Joyner explains how sharing timely information with growers about their recent harvests is a win-win for everyone.Autor: AgTech 360
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Transforming Wool Farming: The Role of AgTech in Sustainable Yields
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In this episode of Talking AgTech, host Peter Birch sits down with Danielle Morton, CEO and founder of Zondii, a company creating technology solutions for the wool farming industry. Join them as they explore the challenges faced by wool farmers, the importance of real-time data in making informed breeding decisions, and how Zondii's innovative AI a…
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How Can Agtech Startups and Corporates Do More Together?
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There's a persistent myth in the startup space, and in agtech especially, that the most important way that corporates can support startups is through direct investments. In our experience, this is an insanely incomplete picture. Agribusiness and agricultural production are complex and enigmatic worlds, and newcomers to the space need guidance and s…
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Part 1: Using Sensors in Agriculture with NC State Researcher Dr. Kudenov
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NC State researcher and professor, Dr. Mike Kudenov, delves into the intersection of engineering, agriculture and relationships. As an engineer, he looks at agriculture with a different perspective, modifying tools like sensors for use on the farm. Kudenov works closely with sweet potato producers in NC to leverage new technologies and create a mor…
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What do LPs Look for In AgTech Funds?
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2023 has been a year of both investing and fundraising for us here at Tenacious Ventures. And sitting on both sides of the table has highlighted to us just how much of the investing world is stuck in a black box. In general, we’ve found that this opacity can be a huge barrier, especially in an industry like agri-food– where venture funding hasn’t b…
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Optimizing Animal Microbiomes with Folium Science
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Ed Fuches, CEO and Founder of FOLIUM Science, talks about microbial resistance and the challenges facing the food value chain. Fortunately, a new solution to combat harmful bacteria has been discovered. Fuches explains how their natural alternative to typical treatments more rapidly identifies and terminates harmful microbes. https://foliumscience.…
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How Outside Forces are Shaping the Food System with Ian Proudfoot, KPMG
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We've spent a lot of time this year talking about the future of specific sub-spaces of the food system– fertilizer, vertical farming, alternative protein, and ag retail, just to name a few. We’ve focused a lot on the existing internal trends and pressures that help us predict what might be coming next, but we’ve talked less about the factors outsid…
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Adrian Percy speaks with Sid Thakur, a Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine and the Executive Director of Global One Health Academy at NC State. Thakur says, “pathogens don’t respect international boundaries.” Several technologies have emerged to help with the identification and tracking of foodborne pathogens. Advances in genomics, data…
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Methane and the Climate Commitments that Matter Most Today
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As 2030 looms and the climate commitments made in the last decade come into clear (and often disappointing) focus, one important lesson we’ve learned is that not all greenhouse gasses are created equal. Despite the many metrics created in the hopes of simplifying our way to climate action, CO2 is neither the most potent greenhouse gas nor, arguably…
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