What's the incentive? Drivers and barriers to turning soil carbon into a commodity
Experts and tech companies alike are claiming that soil carbon payments hold huge potential as a new revenue stream for farmers and a weapon against climate change. Yet, others say it’s all hype. One ...
7 Apr 202136min
The agtech adoption dilemma: Irrigation
We have the technology to measure and improve water efficiency on farms, yet adoption remains low- why is this?This episode explores our hypothesis in our recent report: that the problem is not with t...
24 Mars 202132min
The promises and pitfalls of making livestock sustainable
Livestock, and especially cows, get a bad rap when it comes to climate change. But is this fair? There’s no doubt that cows emit methane; however, scientific advancements are increasing our understand...
10 Mars 202140min
Can a small non-profit farm near NYC change the food system?
The Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture has a lofty mission: to change the food system. It’s an idyllic 400 acre farming property just north of New York City. It features an on-site, partner r...
24 Feb 202140min
Busting food and farming myths - Rob Paarlberg on a scientific approach to food policy
In a world where food and farming are highly polarized issues, Rob Paarlberg’s approach is to follow the evidence. This has earned him great respect, but also means his well-researched views tend to l...
10 Feb 202133min
How can big companies like Coca-Cola impact the sustainability of our food system?
There’s always going to be some skepticism about the motives of ‘Big Food’ companies. But, for reasons such as risk management, consumer pressures, and more, the Coca-Cola Company is becoming more foc...
27 Jan 202144min
What it's REALLY like to work in an agtech startup
If you’re looking at a career in agtech, chances are you’re going to spend time working with startups. But what’s it like to work IN an agtech startup? A fast-paced environment, no red tape, significa...
13 Jan 20211h
Breaking into agtech when you're not from a farm and "don't look the part"
How do you get a career in agriculture or agtech, when you’re not from a farming background? In this episode, we meet four women who’ve become agtech leaders, despite not having grown up on a farm. At...
16 Dec 202034min
