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Transforming agriculture with AI isn’t just a possibility—it’s happening right now. The advancements made by Mineral are a testament to what happens when bold ideas meet cutting-edge technology and funding. Integrating Mineral’s technologies by industry leaders like John Deere, The Alliance of Bioversity and CIAT, and Driscoll’s marks a significant milestone in the journey towards more sustainable agriculture. From enhancing precision spraying to accelerating the discovery of climate-resilient crops, these partnerships are proof that AI is no longer just a concept in agtech—it’s a driving force for real-world solutions. But as noted, “solving sustainable ag” is a relay race, not a sprint. We’ve come far, but there’s more ground to cover. I'm excited to see these technologies' continued evolution and impact on the global food system. International Fresh Produce Association #AI #sustainableag

It would be great to see (1) $$ Invested (2) $$ realized by Mineral.ai (3) $$ benefit perceived by Driscoll's John Deere and CIAT. Mineral was pursuing some of the longer term objectives in the industry. It takes many years, more than 7, to have profound impact in #AgTech. A celebration of success? Or face-saving? Only more details would educate the industry on the learnings that no doubt took place.

Eleni Bachlava weighs in the the future of agriculture. In a conversation with Global Woman Leader, she says, "The impact of AI will continue to increase and provide us the power to predict future outcomes, make more targeted recommendations, improve decision making across the agribusiness value chain and solve pressing challenges of our industry". For more such valuable insights, give the interview a read.

Big thanks to the #GlobalWomanLeader Magazine for the invitation to share my perspective for the impact of #tech, #data and #AI on Ag. It was a great opportunity to reflect on the dynamic #agtech landscape that will fuel our continous growth as an industry! What excites you about the future of Ag? #womeninag, #womenindatascience

👏💡 This is an excellent piece from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) on the challenges and pitfalls of MMRV and carbon markets today. While FarmLab is primarily a sampling software company, I'll be the first to admit that soil sampling is expensive. Although it is highly accurate (when done correctly), the overall cost remains a significant bottleneck to scaling climate-smart agriculture. Interestingly, the challenge isn't necessarily with lab testing itself—two-thirds of the cost lies in the labor required to conduct the sampling in the field. But perhaps there's a straightforward solution. The MMRV/ClimateTech sector is still operating entirely independently from traditional agriculture and Agtech. If we're serious about scaling MMRV and reducing the cost of carbon markets, the shortest and simplest path is to integrate technologies that serve both agronomy-focused Agtech and climate markets into a unified solution. After all, the end customer—the farmer—is the same. Take this for example: most profit-driven farmers already work with consultants to sample their soil annually for N, P, and K. Why not add a carbon test to the mix and build a dataset tracking carbon changes year over year? And before you say, "But carbon samples are collected differently," yes, they are. However, this is where technology can help, by creating a standardized method for testing both carbon and nutrients. Fortunately, we’re already seeing examples from partners like Soil & Climate Initiative (SCI) and Arva Intelligence, who are finding novel ways to reduce the cost of soil testing across their client base. It’s also great to see Leaf Agriculture mentioned in this report, supporting farmers by collecting and managing their data. Read the full report here and thanks for the share Philip Mulvey! https://lnkd.in/gmSFgqES

🌱 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 x Swiss Soil 🔍 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 Swiss Soil is an innovative startup advancing sustainable practices in agriculture. They offer eco-friendly products and services that enhance soil and plant health without the negative impacts of conventional alternatives. This includes proprietary regenerative fertilizers for sustainable farming, data-driven soil analyses, and tailored recommendations. 💡 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 Swiss Soil’s approach combines physical products—crafted from biological and chemical components—with digital agronomy and AI, empowering farmers to optimize land use and sustainably improve crop yields. 📈 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭’𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 Our Student Impact team, including Daniel Jenn, Justus Hornig, Niccolò Buccellati, Felix E., Anne Hummel, and Kyra Blust, led by Jan Assfalg and Paul Taft, with the guidance of Aurelia Räber, has had the privilege of working with Swiss Soil on a comprehensive go-to-market strategy. In Phase 1, we focused on identifying customer segments, assessing market size, and analyzing industry trends to lay a strong foundation for market entry. In Phase 2, we are developing a sales funnel and crafting a compelling selling story for both customers and investors. This strategic approach aims to position Swiss Soil for sustainable growth in the agricultural sector. Stay tuned for more updates as we work toward promoting sustainable innovation in our economy! 💚

Excited to share with you all our newest publication: What 1,000 Farmers Told Us About Tech Adoption Farmers can be cautious adopters of new technology - and understandably, because who wants to literally 'bet the farm' on something new? As the agriculture industry explores ways to accelerate technology adoption we must put farmers at the center of the conversation and really understand their needs and priorities. In this article, we share insights from a survey of 1,000 US farmers that reveal key motivators behind their technology purchase decisions. We used BCG's proprietary Demand Centric Growth approach - which is often applied in Consumer Products - to get a nuanced understanding of what farmers really need. What we see is a clear need to understand not only functional needs - such as reliability and ROI - but also emotional needs - such as helping farmers feel in control, and to feel like good stewards of the soil. By applying new lenses to existing challenges, we can find innovative approaches and meaningful opportunities. Check out the full article for more insights: https://lnkd.in/eKNYgKjT A big thanks to my co-authors Emily Kos, David Potere, and Hillary Child! #AgTech #AgriTech #Agribusiness #Farming #SoilScience

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ANNOUNCEMENT: We are looking for 🚜farmers🌱 all over the world interested at significantly increasing their crops and fruit trees productivity (yield) remotely using Optima Quanta innovation technology. WHO WE ARE Optima Quanta is an innovative company based in Tallinn, Estonia that is rapidly expanding its technology globally, having seen how big an impact agriculture can have in creating a better world. Our technology is aimed at significantly increasing crops & fruit trees productivity (yields) and quality by 5% up to 50%;, we use the most advanced capabilities of quantum science, AI, and satellite imaging to remotely enhance the properties of the plants, and increase carbon sequestration without the use of chemicals, genetic modifications, or changing current farming methodologies. BENEFITS: Grow healthier cultivars, Disease control, Increasing yields, Harvest, quality and quantity healthy produce, Healing ecosystems and combat climate change, Minimizing water consumption, Reducing fertilizers and chemicals, Reversing biodiversity desolation, Soil regeneration and reforestation, Increasing carbon sequestration etc.. We are looking for farmers and agri-cooperatives cultivating on farmland of 20 hectares or more, interested in increasing their crops and fruit trees productivity (yields) using Quantum advanced technology. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The technology is available at no initial cost; we ensure every FARMER can access the latest innovations for increased sustainability, farmers will only pay based on the results of excess production after harvest. A revolutionary approach to agriculture. Optima Quanta technology is a game-changer for farmers looking to increase productivity in a sustainable way. Relying on quantum entanglement!!! Interested farmers, please contact us to learn more. _____________________________________________________ We seek Government and private credible agricultural researches institutions that can run tests of Optima Quanta technology in your states. _____________________________________________________ We also seek commercial representatives globally, only companies that work directly with farmers can inbox me.

ANNOUNCEMENT: We are looking for 🚜farmers🌱 all over the world interested at significantly increasing their crops and fruit trees productivity (yield) remotely using Optima Quanta innovation technology. WHO WE ARE Optima Quanta is an innovative company based in Tallinn, Estonia that is rapidly expanding its technology globally, having seen how big an impact agriculture can have in creating a better world. Our technology is aimed at significantly increasing crops & fruit trees productivity (yields) and quality by 5% up to 50%;, we use the most advanced capabilities of quantum science, AI, and satellite imaging to remotely enhance the properties of the plants, and increase carbon sequestration without the use of chemicals, genetic modifications, or changing current farming methodologies. BENEFITS: Grow healthier cultivars, Disease control, Increasing yields, Harvest, quality and quantity healthy produce, Healing ecosystems and combat climate change, Minimizing water consumption, Reducing fertilizers and chemicals, Reversing biodiversity desolation, Soil regeneration and reforestation, Increasing carbon sequestration etc.. We are looking for farmers and agri-cooperatives cultivating on farmland of 20 hectares or more, interested in increasing their crops and fruit trees productivity (yields) using Quantum advanced technology. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The technology is available at no initial cost; we ensure every FARMER can access the latest innovations for increased sustainability, farmers will only pay based on the results of excess production after harvest. A revolutionary approach to agriculture. Optima Quanta technology is a game-changer for farmers looking to increase productivity in a sustainable way. Relying on quantum entanglement!!! Interested farmers, please contact us to learn more. _____________________________________________________ We seek Government and private credible agricultural researches institutions that can run tests of Optima Quanta technology in your states. _____________________________________________________ We also seek commercial representatives globally, only companies that work directly with farmers can inbox me.