…later. In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Bear Flag Robotics’ CEO and Co-Founder Igino Cafiero walks us through the journey of how his agtech startup successfully “exited” and…
Applications Now Open to Compete in AgSharks Pitch Competition
Western Growers (WG) and S2G Ventures are now accepting applications for the 2021 AgSharks Competition. The fourth-annual AgSharks Competition will provide agtech startups access to produce leaders and funding to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-17-21
…labor happening in D.C., and Western Growers launching an agtech workforce readiness campaign. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm…
Agtech Workforce Readiness Campaign Launched by Western Growers
…training for the generational of agtech expertise that will be required. The AgTechX Ed initiative is aimed at developing a future workforce with the skills and knowledge to navigate emerging…
Industry Members Meet to Discuss the Future of Skilled Labor in Ag
…Technology and Reedley College, the workshop served as the kickoff of the AgTechX Ed Initiative. As on-farm technology continues to advance, educating the next generation of farm employees becomes critical….
Registration is Now Open for the Organic Grower Summit
…with an area specifically designed for agtech innovations. Discussion topics will include soil management, advances in agricultural technology, and controlled environment agriculture. “Our partnership with Western Growers is providing OGS…
VofV: Technical Cross-Pollination Helps Agtech Advancement
…share updates on how this trend is bringing new players into the agtech game. They also touch on factors driving change in agricultural cultural practices, such as global trends, and…
Last Chance to Register for Flight of the Honeybees Virtual Conference
…Technology, the event will bring together industry stakeholders and the agtech community. Experts will be sharing information on the latest technologies being deployed, the role of honeybees in crop pollination,…
VofV: Getting Ag Technology Across The Finish Line
…engineer turned farmer, and Walt, a 25-year veteran in the agriculture and technology sectors, provide detailed insight into how to build and pitch agtech. Voices of the Valley · Neill…
VofV: Agtech Journey Can Begin Anywhere
…the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron and provides insight on how her career in the Navy has played a role in her agtech journey. She also gives guidance into hiring…
Another Record Year for Agrifood Tech Investment Expected for 2021
…agrifood tech companies reached $22.3 billion last year. Of the overall total, $5 billion was invested in agtech, while $17.3 billion was invested in the foodtech sector. The numbers reflect…
Sustainability Challenge Looks to Startups and Scaleups for Ag Solutions
…One avenue of the challenge is for agtech and foodtech startup companies looking to bring their idea to fruition. The other is for scaleup companies that have a workable solution…
Several Factors Contributing to Wider Adoption of Agtech Innovation
Agtech innovation is continually evolving, making more advanced tools available for farmers and ranchers. Although a slow process, farmers and ranchers have been more receptive to adopting automation and mechanization…
Ag Industry to Streamline Development of Harvest Automation Technology
…will be the development of the standardized platform. Led by a full-time project manager, a team of subject matter experts, industry members, and agtech professionals are working collectively to get…