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This time, we're joined by Wyld Networks, who highlight the transformative potential of satellite-based IoT in agriculture. Their satellite technology addresses connectivity challenges by providing reliable, cost-effective data access from even the most remote farms to ensure that all farmers can leverage real-time data to enhance productivity and innovation.

WYLD are helping modern businesses make those essential connections — whether it’s gathering data from remote locations via satellite, or creating localised wireless networks to enhance customer experiences, WYLD are connecting people, devices and places — affordably, reliably.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.

As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community.

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In this episode, ADAS reflects on the practicality of implementing game-changing, disruptive innovations on farm. Farmers are increasingly seeing the power of these marginal gains, where targeted tweaks in practices can ultimately lead to better productivity and sustainability.

ADAS is home to 450 staff who deliver national and international projects in 60 specialisms including crop nutrition, crop physiology, crop protection (disease management, weed management and pest management), soils, water, horticulture, on-farm advice and livestock management.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.

As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community.

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Cambridge Consultants creates and delivers breakthrough products and services for clients worldwide – from established multinational companies to innovative start-ups. They help bridge the gap between early stage technologies from academia/start-ups and end users looking for solutions that cannot be found from existing suppliers. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, They use the skills and experience of 800 engineers, scientists, mathematicians and designers to de-risk and build novel robotics and AI driven systems and manage the transfer of the solutions through to mass market production.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.

As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community.

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The AF Group talk us their their own journey bringing technology into their business. AF is the UK’s largest agricultural purchasing co-operative and works with thousands of farmers across the UK.

AF have been improving their digital journey - helping farmers predict when to buy fertiliser, massive digitisation of the invoicing system, and the new AF app. By taking farmers on the journey with them, AF Group are leading the way in tech adoption in agriculture.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.

As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community.

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Laura Bouvet, Agri-TechE's Knowledge Exchange Manager, speaks to Dan Evans in this episode of our Back to the Future project.

Dan leads both fundamental and applied research on soil formation and the parent materials from which soil is formed. His work focuses on the interactions between parent materials and soils, how soil parent materials support soil ecosystem services, and the natural and anthropogenic threats to the parent material zone. He also studies how soil formation can be accelerated, such as the manufacturing of new soils for urban green infrastructure.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.

As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community.

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Genomic tools have come a long way over the past decade, and David Chin, CEO of LIC, has been at the forefront of this. In interview with Belinda Clarke, David talks us through the the key blocker of data interoperability, adapting technology to different contexts, and making cows more efficient in a changing climate.

Originating in New Zealand, LIC is a farmer-owned agri-tech company supplying elite dairy genetics to the world. Improving the livelihoods of dairy farmers is at the heart of everything LIC do and has been for more than a century. They use the latest science and technology to come up with solutions that will boost efficiency, productivity and, in turn, their profitability. That’s why LIC continue to lead the world in pastoral dairy systems and genetics.

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We visited Better Origin to learn more about the Black Soilder Fly and its potential to help agriculture reach net zero. Miha Pipan, Chief Scientific Officer, walks Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke through the Better Origins technology.

For supermarkets, food producers, and farmers, Better Origin offer modular insect farms that convert food waste into animal feed and other nutrient-rich products. Their technology helps reduce emissions, mitigate food waste, and replace deforestation-linked soy.

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There has been a huge accelaration of new joiners to the industry in past five years - particularly in "non-ag" talent from non-farming backgrounds bringing new people, new ideas and new ways of working to find solutions to the challenges of the industry and the world!

David Macaulay, Managing Director, talks Laura Bouvet, our Knowledge Exchange Manager, through a multi-disciplinary future supported by diversity of individuals, tools and systems on farm. A multidisciplinary future with diversity at the heart.

Eden Search strives be the best global partner delivering business critical insight, appointments and connections at board and senior director level that positively impact both clients’ business and the global agritech and food supply chain.

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What does the future of agronomy look like? Belinda Clarke visited Stuart Hill, Technical Director at Hutchinsons, to find out.

Hutchinsons is a leading agronomy company with over 200 arable and horticultural agronomists nationwide. Hutchinsons is focused on linking technology, knowledge and advice to deliver sustainable farming and does this through the Helix Farms. Helix trials and adapts technologies on farm, with insights used to inform and improve decisions and management of the overall business. Hutchinsons also offer their Omnia platform for digital farm management and TerraMap, producing the world's highest resolution soil maps.

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Hear Aleks Kowalski, Project Director of Drone RePeat, in discussion with Belinda Clarke about the untapped potential for drone applications in agriculture.

SEAD Artists are a consortium of experts using drone technology to revolutionise how landowners, environmentalists and conservationists manage the UK’s vast peatland carbon sink resources. The consortium have looked at deploying the capability of drones as part of a combination of services to survey, spray and seed for both environmental and agricultural benefits.the RePeat project aims to increasing awareness of the paludiculture and carbon gains possible through using robotics and data.

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In this episode we meet Bianca Forte and Cara Griffiths to chat about new developments in the biostimulant sector.

Single molecule biostimulants like the one SugaROx is developing are novel in agri-tech. The sugar-based compound helps plants through signalling, to improve their carbon allocation, 'teaching the plant to be more efficient'. With this biostimulant, yield increases of up to 22% are possible. For every loaf of bread, 11% reduction in carbon emissions are possible. In this episode, we'll explore this technology, the future development pipeline of the tech, and the call to regulators to facilitate adoption.

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This episode, we visit Future Biogas. Becky Wheeler, Head of Business Development, and Philipp Lukas, Managing Director, discuss the growth and future of anerobic digestion in agriculture.

the anaerobic digestion industry has grown from a novelty in the UK to an established industry with engineering support, processes and experienced operators out in the field. Becky and Phillip discuss the diversification opportunities for UK farming - integrating AD crops into rotation to decarbonise the farm, and provide clean heat for industries stuggling to electrify because they need specificals of biomethane fuel.

Future Biogas are an experienced operator, running a significant percentage of the highest performing plants in the UK. Having recently been acquired by 3i Infrastructure Plc in early 2023, 3i Infrastructure’s funding and support mean they can push on with Project Carbon Harvest, their venture to design and operate the next generation of AD plants delivering Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) while helping to decarbonise UK farming.

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Belinda Clarke ventures out to the farm to meet Andrew Francis, Managing Director of Home Farm Nacton. Andrew has long been engaged with adopting innovation on farm and shares his thoughts on what has - or hasn't - worked, and what he wants to see on farm in the years ahead.

Home Farm Nacton produces organic vegetables, red tractor certified and leaf marque crops in Suffolk. The farm is a patchwork of woodland, heath, grass and arable land and comprises 1,170 hectares on the historic Orwell Park Estate on the north bank of the Orwell estuary near Ipswich. In addition to which Home Farm Nacton farms contract partners farms, Comprising of 814 hectares as of 2019.

Home Farm strive to use the best science available to us to help make crop production and landscape management decisions. Teaming with Research and academic partners allows them to put themselves as close as commercially possible to being able to constantly refine how they manage the land. They welcome collaborations with various stakeholders to help provide them with early insight which is essential to the long term planning of the business

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James Millichap-Merrick, Co-Founder and CEO of Vitabeam discusses how developments in light technologies and research have enabled pathogen prevention and improving plant resillience and growth using photons.

Vitabeam Ltd has developed a world-first, patented cocktail of light wavelengths. Deployed via the VQe MaxStrip, the LED light bar simultaneously kills bacteria and mould, and boosts plant yield. The VQe MaxStrip is chemical-free and non-UV, producing the safest and highest quality produce.

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We're talking about the future of weed control on this episode. Listen to Andrew Diprose, CEO of RootWave and Director of Communities at Agri-TechE Becky Dodds talk through what's driving the change to non-chemical control, what options are out there and the technology RootWave are taking out to the field.

RootWave kills weeds using electricity to give better weed control at a lower cost than chemical herbicides whilst protecting our health and the environment. Designed for vineyards, orchards and bush fruit – the RootWave eWeeder kills all weeds and their roots. eWeeding generates heat within the weed and root, killing it instantly.

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Richard Bonn, Aethr Associates features in this episode, sharing tips to address climate risk, reduce carbon footprint and boost resilience with Belinda Clarke - our Director.

With the imperative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change, decarbonisation has become a central focus for the industry.

Emphasising the need for proactive adaptation, Aethr Associates underscores the importance of staying ahead of evolving legislation through robust carbon reporting frameworks. Their advisory service empowers businesses to adopt sustainable practices, reducing their impact on the environment, but not profitability. Aethr believe in a future where business success and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.

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Bhavnita (Bhav) Patel is a Sector Development Manager - Agri-Food and the Manufacturing Technology Centre. In this episode Communities Director Becky Dodds chats to Bhav about some of the barriers facing scale-ups in Agri-Tech, how we can de-risk adoption of technologies, and also some of the lessons learned from other industries that MTC work with that we could use in agriculture.

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) develops and proves innovative manufacturing processes and technologies in an agile, low risk environment, in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions. The MTC’s areas of expertise are directly relevant to both large and small companies, and are applicable across a wide range of industry sectors. MTC are always looking to challenge the boundaries of manufacturing in the UK.

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The B-hive Team is made up of experienced science, engineering and project management professionals, supported by a commercialisation team, with in-depth knowledge and experience solving real day to day issues in the fresh produce and agricultural industry.

A key component of B-hives ethos is collaboration. They have worked with many different businesses to create innovative solutions as well as with a number of universities, such as The University of West England, Harper Adams University and The University of Manchester, to research and develop new methods for tackling the problems facing the agriculture industry.

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In this episode Chris Burnett, Senior Associate at Birkett Long, joins Laura Bouvet, Knowledge Exchange Manager at Agri-TechE, to talk all things innovation.

The firm has a long-term commitment to agriculture and our agriculture and estates solicitors are informed and proactive; they understand the demands and requirements placed on those operating in the rural sector. As a client you can expect a thorough understanding of rural issues, and to provide seamless advice on all aspects of your business.

With the increasing use and application of technology within both our personal and working lives, Birkett Long’s lawyers have decades of experience in dealing with a variety of technical fields, including biotechnology, biochemistry, mechanical engineering, software and low-tech innovations. Their Intellectual Property (IP) specialists can help you to understand the different items of IP which may be appropriate to the operation of your business.

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This episode features Rob Gowers, Senior Lecturer At ARU Writtle with a focus on the MBA in Agribusiness.

The newly formed merged entity of ANglia Ruskin University and Writtle University College will embody a blend of tradition and modernity. The rich heritage and expertise of Writtle University College will combine with the cutting-edge resources and facilities of Anglia Ruskin University, creating a vibrant hub of learning and discovery. The campuses of both institutions will serve as the foundation for a unified and collaborative environment, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose among students, faculty, and industry partners.

One of the primary goals of this merger is to attract businesses that can engage across the research base with a focus on food systems, particularly in the realm of agritech. We are seeking partnerships with businesses that are driven by a commitment to sustainability, technological advancement, and the enhancement of agricultural practices that can have real world impacts and create value. The ideal businesses for engagement are those that are dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technologies and scientific advancements to optimise crop production, improve resource efficiency, and mitigate environmental impact.

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We hear from Andrew Blenkiron, Managing Director of Elveden Estates. Andrew talks about how to get technology adopted on farm, making the most of the data you have, and what's been the gamechanger on farms over the past 10 years.

Elveden is a 22,500 acre country estate, of which over 10,000 acres is farmland - largest ring-fenced arable farm in lowland Britain. The farm specialises in the production of vegetables especially potatoes, onions, carrots and parsnips which dominate their farming. Around 6% of the UK’s onions are grown at Elveden! They also grow cereals such as rye, barley and wheat to balance the rotation. More rye is grown at Elveden than on any other farm in the UK.

Consistency of quality and volume is achieved through the application of the highest levels of science and technology. Irrigation, mechanisation and a highly skilled production team are key to their success. The team are passionate about environmentally-responsible farming and work hard to ensure that biodiversity at Elveden thrives alongside farming practices.

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Laura Bouvet, Agri-TechE's Knowledge Exchange Manager, speaks to Dan Evans in this episode of our Back to the Future project.

Dan is is a Lecturer in Soil Formation at Cranfield University. He leads both fundamental and applied research on soil formation and the parent materials from which soil is formed. His work focuses on the interactions between parent materials and soils, how soil parent materials support soil ecosystem services, and the natural and anthropogenic threats to the parent material zone. He also studies how soil formation can be accelerated, such as the manufacturing of new soils for urban green infrastructure.

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Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke chats to Jodi Bartin, CEO of Citicourt & Co. They discuss how the last few years have caused disruption to the financial services sector, and where the future of agri-tech finance could go.

Citicourt & Co is a leader in providing a wide range of quality corporate finance advisory services, M&A advice and a full range of transactions. They provide sell-side M&A advisory and complex dual-transaction advisory services for clients who would benefit from either investment in or a merger/ sale of their businesses.

They advise on the best strategic options and the most appropriate acquisitions for clients, these include businesses, businesses within businesses, private and listed companies, government agencies, private individuals and families.

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Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke interviews Megan Vasko, Programme Manager at AbacusBio.

AbacusBio are international leaders in the application of science and technology in agriculture, horticulture, and aquaculture. They combine science and business expertise to grow clients’ revenue and profit. Their consultants work globally on industry-leading initiatives across the primary food supply chain, with specific skill-sets in biological and data science, production system economics, strategy and investment, and technology. Their global reach gives the company a technical and strategic view of a wide range of challenges facing primary food production.

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Knowledge Exchange Manage Laura Bouvet is joined by Roz Bird, Chief Executive of Norwich Research Park.

Norwich Research Park is one of the 5 BBSRC Research and Innovation Campuses in the UK. It’s the only one in the UK with 4 research institutes, a university, and a hospital all on one single site. With strong research into grand challenges like food security and climate and a key focus on enterprise and community, the park is an ideal place for businesses to move to or collaborate with.

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In this episode, Director of Commities Becky Dodds talks to Tom Ludwig of NatureMetrics - an Earthshot Prize Finalist in 2024.

NatureMetrics is a world leader in delivering nature data and intelligence, deploying cutting-edge technology to generate biodiversity insights at scale using environmental DNA (eDNA), Earth Observation (EO) and advanced data science and AI. The Nature Intelligence Platform is transforming how businesses report their nature impact, bringing a scalable solution to biodiversity monitoring, equipping global businesses for new nature reporting commitments.

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