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AgTech 360

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.

Latest Episode

Activating Living Microbes: Expanding the Planting Window with Indigo Ag

Jon Giebel from Indigo Ag discusses the role of biological seed treatments in sustainable agriculture. He explains how these living microbes can reduce carbon intensity and improve crop yields. John also introduces the CLIPS system,  an innovative technology designed to streamline the use of biologicals on the farm. This system stabilizes and facilitates the use of microbial treatments at planting time making them a more feasible option for large-scale farming operations.

October 10

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Activating Living Microbes: Expanding the Planting Window with Indigo Ag cover art

Activating Living Microbes: Expanding the Planting Window with Indigo Ag

Jon Giebel from Indigo Ag discusses the role of biological seed treatments in sustainable agriculture. He explains how these living microbes can reduce carbon intensity and improve crop yields. John also introduces the CLIPS system,  an innovative technology designed to streamline the use of biologicals on the farm. This system stabilizes and facilitates the use of microbial treatments at planting time making them a more feasible option for large-scale farming operations.

October 10
Pixels to Predictions: Unpacking Landscape Simulations cover art

Pixels to Predictions: Unpacking Landscape Simulations

Dr. Chris Jones, a research scholar at NC State's Center for Geospatial Analytics shares insights on the use of landscape simulation models and their evolving role in agriculture. Learn how Chris creates models to track and predict pest and pathogen spread using tools like satellite imagery and survey data. By leveraging several data sources landscape modeling helps limit crop loss and improve resource allocation with more accurate predictive modeling.

September 25
Aerial Imaging and Data Insights with Intelinair's Tim Hassinger cover art

Aerial Imaging and Data Insights with Intelinair's Tim Hassinger

Actionable insights from vast data and imagery sets are empowering growers to make more informed decisions. Advanced technologies now enable real-time monitoring of large, dispersed farms, significantly improving both decision-making and crop management. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Intelinair, shares how their AGMRI platform harnesses multiple imagery sources and open data to deliver precise, field-level insights. Tune in to explore the future of precision agriculture and discover how AI-driven innovations are transforming farming into a more efficient, data-powered industry.

September 10
Bridging Biology and Chemistry in Modern Agriculture with Platform 10 cover art

Bridging Biology and Chemistry in Modern Agriculture with Platform 10

Peter Wren-Hilton, founder of agritech consultancy Wharf42, shares insights into his latest initiative, Platform 10, which is exploring the integration of biologicals into sustainable farming. Discover how biocontrols and biostimulants are revolutionizing agriculture as global regulatory trends push for more biological solutions in the field. Learn more about the growing adoption of these groundbreaking approaches and their potential to boost crop yields while advancing environmental sustainability.

August 27
Unlocking the Power of Beneficial Microbes: Big Benefits for Growers and Consumers cover art

Unlocking the Power of Beneficial Microbes: Big Benefits for Growers and Consumers

Dr. Mallory Choudoir, Assistant Professor & Soil Microbiome Extension Specialist,  discusses the impacts biologicals have on agriculture. Discover how tiny beneficial microbes are playing a big role in enhancing crop health, boosting productivity, and promoting sustainable farming practices. Listen along as we dive into real-world applications of bio-stimulants and highlight the significant benefits they offer to both growers and consumers.

August 14
Farming Robotics: Automation Advances with Farm-ng CTO cover art

Farming Robotics: Automation Advances with Farm-ng CTO

Claire Delaunay, CTO and COO of Farm-NG, shares her insights on the future of farming robotics. Claire reveals how advanced robotics are set to transform agriculture, enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Join us for an insightful discussion about this evolving technology and it's imminent impacts on field management practices.

July 30
Robotics and Sensor Technologies on the Farm with Dr. Chris Reberg-Horton cover art

Robotics and Sensor Technologies on the Farm with Dr. Chris Reberg-Horton

Dr. Chris Reberg-Horton, Platform Director for Resilient Agricultural Systems in the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative shares insights about the advancements in robotics and sensor technology in agriculture. Discover how these innovations are being applied in specialty crops, what roles AI and machine learning have in enhancing farm operations, and how farms are leveraging autonomous farming equipment. Dr. Reberg-Horton also discusses current research projects and the potential for these technologies to revolutionize farming practices and address labor challenges.

July 11
Ag Data Analytics: Discovering Supply Chain Efficiencies and Educating Future Leaders cover art

Ag Data Analytics: Discovering Supply Chain Efficiencies and Educating Future Leaders

Discover how Dr. Dani Jones, a researcher at NC State, harnesses data analytics to improve agriculture practices. From enhancing sweet potato production to pioneering sustainable biofuels, Dani leverages data-driven insights to drive agricultural sustainability forward. She also leads NC State's Agricultural Data Science Certificate program, sharing her knowledge with traditional learners and industry professionals. Join us as we delve into the transformative impact of data analytics in agriculture.

July 1
Farm Smarter: Data & AI Driving AgTech Breakthroughs cover art

Farm Smarter: Data & AI Driving AgTech Breakthroughs

Dan Maycock, Vice President of CropTrak and a visiting researcher at NC State discusses the impact of data collection and artificial intelligence on agriculture. Dan shares insights into how modern data analytics and AI tools are empowering farmers to make faster, more informed decisions, transforming everything from field management to post-harvest processes. Tune in to discover how these cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of farming, making data more accessible and actionable for growers around the world.

June 10
Maximizing Phosphorus Benefits in Agriculture While Safeguarding Water Systems cover art

Maximizing Phosphorus Benefits in Agriculture While Safeguarding Water Systems

Byran Fuhrmann, Aquatic Technology Development Scientist at SePRO Corporation discusses the delicate balance between leveraging phosphorus use in agriculture for optimal benefits while also prioritizing the protection of water systems. Furhmann shares insights into sustainable practices and innovative technologies aimed at minimizing phosphorus runoff and its impact on water quality. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and solutions surrounding phosphorus management in agriculture and the importance of responsible stewardship for long-term environmental sustainability.

May 9
Phosphorus Sustainability, Challenges, and Innovations with Jacob Jones, Director of STEPS Center cover art

Phosphorus Sustainability, Challenges, and Innovations with Jacob Jones, Director of STEPS Center

Phosphorus plays a critical role in agriculture and the environment. Jacob Jones, Director of the Science and Technologies for Phosphorus Sustainability (STEPS) Center, and Materials Science and Engineering Professor, discusses phosphorus sustainability. Learn about the significance of phosphorus for life processes, challenges associated with its overuse, and the development of absorbent technologies to recover and reuse phosphorus efficiently. Jacob also shares his insights on best management practices in agriculture and the collaborative efforts between universities, researchers, and growers to address environmental concerns related to phosphorus runoff.

April 18
Grounded Growth: Exploring Soil Health and Sustainable Agriculture with Yara's Rejane Souza cover art

Grounded Growth: Exploring Soil Health and Sustainable Agriculture with Yara's Rejane Souza

Yara's Senior Vice President of Global Innovation, Rejane Souza, shares insights on the world of soil health and sustainable agriculture. Explore the complexities of fertilizer production, digital farming tools, and emerging trends like green fertilizers and biologicals, shaping the future of agriculture.

April 11
Unearthing Soil Secrets with Extension Specialist Luke Gatiboni cover art

Unearthing Soil Secrets with Extension Specialist Luke Gatiboni

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  agricultural situations. Furthermore, he delves into strategies for minimizing environmental impacts associated with fertilizer use. Join us as we explore the intricate world of soil health and sustainable agriculture with Dr. Luke Gatiboni.

March 13
Women in Science: Entrepreneur Kathryn Polkoff Tackles Cow Burps and Climate Change cover art

Women in Science: Entrepreneur Kathryn Polkoff Tackles Cow Burps and Climate Change

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 innovation - and encouraging other young female scientists to do the same!

February 27
Women in Science: FA Bio Founders' Innovative Solutions in Agriculture and the Workplace cover art

Women in Science: FA Bio Founders' Innovative Solutions in Agriculture and the Workplace

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 experiences that led these women to pioneer new technologies and their secret to attracting top talent.

February 13
Cultivating Holiday Magic from Seed to Tree with Barr Evergreens cover art

Cultivating Holiday Magic from Seed to Tree with Barr Evergreens

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.

December 18
Tree Tech Talk with NC State Researcher Justin Whitehill cover art

Tree Tech Talk with NC State Researcher Justin Whitehill

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 enhance evergreens.

December 11
Part 2: Sensors Used at Nash Produce Could Increase Profitability for Sweet Potato Growers cover art

Part 2: Sensors Used at Nash Produce Could Increase Profitability for Sweet Potato Growers

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.

November 22
Part 1: Using Sensors in Agriculture with NC State Researcher Dr. Kudenov cover art

Part 1: Using Sensors in Agriculture with NC State Researcher Dr. Kudenov

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 more efficient food production system.

November 1
Optimizing Animal Microbiomes with Folium Science cover art

Optimizing Animal Microbiomes with Folium Science

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.com/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/folium-science/ Twitter: @FoliumScience

October 18
Foodborne Pathogens with Sid Thakur cover art

Foodborne Pathogens with Sid Thakur

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 tracking, reporting infrastructure and interdisciplinary research all contribute to keeping our population healthy.

October 4
Monitoring Orchard Pests with Trapview cover art

Monitoring Orchard Pests with Trapview

Matej Stefancic, CEO of Trapview, engaged a multidisciplinary team of agronomists, IT experts and data scientists to develop a unique pest management tool. New solutions for pest monitoring and forecasting allow growers to make real-time decisions. Trials done on apple orchards in the U.S. have already proven beneficial. trapview.com

September 20
Apple Tech with Tom Kon cover art

Apple Tech with Tom Kon

We kick off a new season with apple expert Dr. Tom Kon from NC State's Department of Horticultural Science. During peak harvest season, Dr. Kon reflects on the different variables affecting production, and the new technologies being utilized in orchards to maximize yields. His unique connections with the orchards in the Southeast allow nearly half of his research to be done directly on working farms.

September 6
Revolutionizing Row Crops with ZeaKal cover art

Revolutionizing Row Crops with ZeaKal

On the last episode of this season of AgTech360, host Adrian Percy is joined by Han Chen, CEO and co-founder of ZeaKal. They discuss the challenges facing the volume-first row crop industry as well as opportunities to improve its nutrition and sustainability.  ZeaKal is using its photosynthesis-enhancing crop technology to reharmonize the supply chain by building customized solutions, half a million acres at a time.

May 31
Open Innovation with Bayer's Phil Taylor cover art

Open Innovation with Bayer's Phil Taylor

Adrian Percy is joined by Phil Taylor, Director of Innovation and Outreach for Bayer Crop Science, to talk about open innovation. Even with the largest R&D organization in the industry, Bayer recognizes it cannot achieve its goals and address complex agricultural challenges without open innovation with partners of all types and scale. Taylor presents Bayer's model for open innovation and explores how different models can be applied across industries and disciplines.

May 17
Controlled Environment Agriculture with Ricardo Hernandez cover art

Controlled Environment Agriculture with Ricardo Hernandez

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) epitomizes AgTech and the future of agriculture. Ricardo Hernandez, Director of the CEA Coalition at NC State, joins host Adrian Percy to discuss CEA, present its challenges and highlight its possibilities. Hernandez details the varied spectrum of CEA, from greenhouse tomatoes to vertical farming, as well as its place in the food supply chain.

May 3
Making and Marketing a Better Soybean with Charles Hall cover art

Making and Marketing a Better Soybean with Charles Hall

Adrian Percy sits down with Charles Hall, Executive Director of the NC Soybean Producers Association, to discuss marketing soybeans to the animal industry and where AI and drones fit into the commodity group's goals.

April 12
Making Extension Connections with Rachel Vann cover art

Making Extension Connections with Rachel Vann

Rachel Vann, a soybean Extension specialist and N.C. PSI platform director, demystifies North Carolina's extension program and discusses its critical role in bringing technology to soybean growers across the country. Correction: The Morrill Act was established in 1862.

March 29
Understanding Weed Biology with Katie Jennings cover art

Understanding Weed Biology with Katie Jennings

Adrian Percy sits down with NC State professor and Extension specialist, Katie Jennings to discuss the biology behind why certain weeds give farmers such a hard time and what her research program is doing to help. Jennings takes us through the limitations and options, from traditional methods like hand-weeding and herbicides to nascent technologies like electrocution, bioherbicides, and robots. For previous episodes from industry perspectives on weed control, check out the first two episodes of season 3!

March 8
A Look Into Alternative Crops with David Suchoff cover art

A Look Into Alternative Crops with David Suchoff

NC State Extension Specialist David Suchoff gives us a glimpse into the future of alternative crops in North Carolina. From hemp and sesame to sunflowers and flax, Suchoff's research takes market demand and farmer concerns into consideration as he investigates crops that can help farmers reduce economic volatility, adapt to climate change, and respond to shifts in consumer demand.

February 22
Supporting Crops of the Future with FFAR cover art

Supporting Crops of the Future with FFAR

Supporting Crops of the Future with FFAR Dr. Jeffrey Rosichan shares how FFAR helps identify and support crops of the future. Peek inside this funding force to discover how some uncommon research projects gain steam. Growers in the U.S. are seeing the benefits of FFAR’s global connections as research projects from around the globe also directly impact their farms.  AgTech 360 is brought to you by North Carolina State University, including: The Center of Excellence for Regulatory Science in Agriculture (CERSA) The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative The Southern IPM Center

February 8
Combatting Weed Resistance with Harpe Bio cover art

Combatting Weed Resistance with Harpe Bio

Combatting Weed Resistance with Harpe Bio Entrepreneur Chad Brommer, CTO of Harpe Bio, dabbled with new formulations in his kitchen blender before collaborating with experts to create a new herbicide. The new mode of action in their biologically based herbicide is quickly proving to be effective in regions across the globe.  AgTech 360 is brought to you by North Carolina State University, including: The Center of Excellence for Regulatory Science in Agriculture (CERSA) The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative The Southern IPM Center

January 25
Electrocuting Weeds with Crop.Zone cover art

Electrocuting Weeds with Crop.Zone

Dirk Vandenhirtz, CEO of Cropzone talks about electrocuting weeds. Growers in several countries are seeing the benefits of this new technology on their fields and in their pockets. Herbicide resistance is no longer an issue with this novel approach to weed management. AgTech 360 is brought to you by North Carolina State University, including: The Center of Excellence for Regulatory Science in Agriculture (CERSA) The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative The Southern IPM Center

January 11
Innovative Bee Hive Monitoring with Apis Protect cover art

Innovative Bee Hive Monitoring with Apis Protect

CEO , Fiona Edwards Murphy, speaks about Apis Protect, an Ireland headquartered company that uses a combination of IoT (Internet of Things) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) technologies to remotely extract and interpret data from beehives while keeping that data safe. apisprotect.com/

August 30
Post-Harvest Grain & Transportation Monitoring with TeleSense cover art

Post-Harvest Grain & Transportation Monitoring with TeleSense

Naeem Zafar, Co-Founder, President & Chief Executive Offer of TeleSense talks about an integral part of food production - the step after harvest and before shelving. TeleSense provides remote solutions for grain storage and transportation monitoring. Their products use wireless sensors for temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide monitoring with algorithms to develop actionable insights for quality preservation, and sends information to an App. https://telesense.com/

August 17
Investing in Food & AgTech Startups with Radicle Growth cover art

Investing in Food & AgTech Startups with Radicle Growth

Ever wonder how the new technology that we talk about gets funded? In this episode we talk to Kirk Haney, the Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Radicle Growth. Radicle Growth carefully selects innovative ag and food tech start-ups for investment, ensuring that powerful, disruptive technologies reach their full potential. Under Kirk’s leadership, Radicle Growth has become a market leader in early-stage Ag and Food Tech investing and company building and has secured top-tier financial and corporate investors. As a serial entrepreneur, Kirk has raised over $200M in venture capital, private equity and corporate capital and has had three successful exits. He has worked in technology, venture capital and Ag & Food his entire career. He has a clear understanding of what early-stage companies need to do to be successful. Kirk is a proud father and is passionate about food, health and sustainability.

August 3
Toward Eradicating Malaria: Repurposing Agtech for Public Health with IVCC cover art

Toward Eradicating Malaria: Repurposing Agtech for Public Health with IVCC

Nick Hamon, CEO at Innovative Vector Control Consortium (IVCC) shares how his company repurposes chemistry that may have traditionally been used in agriculture and applies it to the public health sector while keeping in mind the constraints of return on investment, funding sources, resistance management, efficacy, and overall safety. His company is working toward total eradication of Malaria.

July 20
Reimagining Livestock AgTech with Cainthus cover art

Reimagining Livestock AgTech with Cainthus

Aidan Connolly, Chief Executive Officer at Cainthus and President of AgriTech Capital, gives his perspective on livestock agtech importance, and how seemingly simple tech can be revolutionary. www.ever.ag/dairy/software-solutions/cainthus/

May 21
Rethinking the Drivers of AgTech Innovation with Finistere cover art

Rethinking the Drivers of AgTech Innovation with Finistere

Ingrid Fung, Investment Director at Finistere Ventures, talks diversity in agriculture, consumer-driven Ag Tech, pharmaceutical inspiration in the Ag Tech space, and what she is most excited about moving forward with sustainable ag.

May 7
Keep Calm and CRISPR On with Rodolphe Barrangou cover art

Keep Calm and CRISPR On with Rodolphe Barrangou

Rodolphe Barrangou, a Distinguished Professor at NC State, talks about the advancements and importance of CRISPR, and where the future of this technology may lead. This episode is filled with great examples of what CRISPR is and its capabilities. Find out more about Rodolphe's CRISPR lab here: crispr.cals.ncsu.edu/

April 2
The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative cover art

The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative

Dean Richard Linton, of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at NC State, talks about the Plant Sciences Initiative and plans for future and current partnerships along with unique approaches to moving forward.

March 19
Communicating Agriculture with Bayer Crop Science cover art

Communicating Agriculture with Bayer Crop Science

Beth Roden, Global Head of Communications at Bayer Crop Science, talks about the challenges and opportunities of communicating about agriculture and new technologies.

March 5
Harnessing Plant Proteins with Oerth Bio cover art

Harnessing Plant Proteins with Oerth Bio

John Dombrosky of Oerth Bio, a young AgTech start-up in the Triangle of Raleigh, NC, talks about leveraging their proprietary PROTAC® protein degraders that work by harnessing the plant's own natural protein disposal system to degrade and remove unwanted proteins.

November 6
Pollinator Health and Regulatory Science with CERSA cover art

Pollinator Health and Regulatory Science with CERSA

Danesha Seth Carley, Director of CERSA, talks with Adrian Percy about the goals for the future of regulatory science and her experience in pollinator health. See Danesha's book on Pollinator Gardens here: uncpress.org/book/9781469659411…ing-for-the-south/

October 23
Photobiology with Biolumic cover art

Photobiology with Biolumic

Adrian Percy talks with Jason Wargent, Chief Science officer at Biolumic about photobiology and UV treatments for seeds and seedlings.

October 9
PrecisionHawk Talks Drone in Agriculture cover art

PrecisionHawk Talks Drone in Agriculture

Bobby Vick, former Director of Agriculture of PrecisionHawk based in Raleigh, NC, talks with Adrian Percy about drones and how agriculture can utilize them.

September 25
Biochemistry and BHAGs with Terramera cover art

Biochemistry and BHAGs with Terramera

CEO of Terramera, Karn Manhas, talks with Adrian Percy about BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals) and using biochemistry to reduce synthetic chemistry loads.

September 11
Protein-based Biocontrol with Biotalys cover art

Protein-based Biocontrol with Biotalys

Chief Executive Officer of Biotalys, Patrice Sellès, talks with Adrian about protein-based biocontrol.

August 28
DNA Sequencing and Crop Genomes with Hi Fidelity Genetics cover art

DNA Sequencing and Crop Genomes with Hi Fidelity Genetics

Spencer Maughan of Hi Fidelity Genetics talks with Adrian about how they use precision data science, advanced sensors and large-scale DNA sequencing to build crop genomes.

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