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April 19, 2024

S10E131 Kaylee South / Virginia Tech - Sharing a Passion for CEA and …

In this episode, I speak with Kaylee South, an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist for Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) at Virginia Tech. Kaylee shares her journey from a rural upbringing, where her passion f...

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April 12, 2024

S10E130 David Flynn / AmplifiedAg - Pioneering Vertical Farming and T…

In this episode, I speak with David Flynn, Vice President of Business Development at AmplifiedAg, and what a journey it's been! David shares his transition from military service to the world of vertical farming, and it's a te...

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April 2, 2024

S10E129 Whit Allen / SpectraGrow - From Turntables to Vertical Farms:…

In this episode, I speak with Whit Allen, the charismatic CEO of SpectraGrow, as we dive into a world where the rhythm of music intertwines with the innovation of agriculture. It's a conversation that takes us from energy of ...

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March 21, 2024

S10E128 Katherine Soll / Teens for Food Justice - Building a Resilien…

In this episode, I speak with Katherine Soll , a powerhouse of knowledge and change in the realm of urban agriculture. She takes us through her inspiring journey from her New York City upbringing to her influential role as th...

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March 8, 2024

S10E127 Rick Vanzura / Freight Farms - Buliding a Resilient Food Futu…

In this episode, I speak with Rick Vanzura, CEO of Freight Farms, who takes us on a captivating journey from his days in the retail trenches to becoming a trailblazer in the vertical farming industry. Rick’s transformation fr...

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Feb. 21, 2024

S10E126 Alex Babich / Nuravine - Cultivating the Future: From Startup…

In this episode, I speak with Alex Babich, who's pioneering the agricultural tech revolution with his startup, Nuravine. We dive into Alex's childhood, his journey through self-education and college, and the formative experie...

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Feb. 16, 2024

S10E125 Daniel Plant / Plant Dynamics - The Unconventional Path From …

In this episode, I speak with Daniel Plant, the inspiring mind behind Plant Dynamics, as we delve into his remarkable transition from the disciplined life of the Canadian Armed Forces to becoming a consultant in the agtech sp...

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Feb. 7, 2024

S10E124 Joe Swartz / AmHydro - The Evolution of Farming Through a Hyd…

In this eye-opening episode, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the hydroponic maestro himself, Joe Swartz. Joe brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, drawing from nearly four decades of experience in the r...

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Jan. 31, 2024

S10E123 Viktor Kulcsar / Veles Farming - Growing Saffron in the Cradl…

This week I speak with Viktor Kulcsar, Co-Founder of Veles Farming. From a childhood in post-Soviet Slovakia to challenging cultural norms and diving into entrepreneurship, Victor's story is one of ambition. Victor opens up a...

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Jan. 20, 2024

S10E122 Felipe Hernandez / Hexagro - The Rise of Urban Aeroponics

Embark on a remarkable adventure with Felipe Hernandez, the visionary Founder and CEO of Hexagro, as he chronicles his evolution from an industrial designer in Colombia to a trailblazer in Milan's growing vertical farming ind...

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Dec. 28, 2023

S9E121 REPLAY Tristan Fischer / Fischer Farms - A Looming Food Crisis…

Tristan Fischer has been involved in sustainable energy and sustainable food for over twenty years. He has been the Chairman or CEO of numerous companies, including Fischer Farms, a vertical farming/hydroponics business. Toda...

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Dec. 8, 2023

S9E120 Karla Garcia / Hort Americas - From Microgreens in Mexico to E…

Ever wished you could peek into the mind of a successful vertical farming entrepreneur? Our guest Karla Garcia shares here love for plant physiology and how it guided her to the realm of vertical farming. From her childhood i...

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Nov. 24, 2023

S9E119 Jonah Krochmalnek / Microgreens Consulting - Turning Green: A …

Ready to journey into the heart of nature and discover the green world of microgreens? Prepare to be inspired by financial graduate turned passionate farmer, Jonah Krochmalnek. He takes us through his life journey, from his h...

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Nov. 10, 2023

S9E118 Christopher Thomasen / Seasony - From Engineer to Entrepreneur…

Can a journey encompassing exotic travels, engineering, and entrepreneurship shape the future of vertical farming? This episode unravels that mystery as we sit down with Christopher Weis Thomasen, CEO and Co-founder of Season...

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Nov. 3, 2023

S9E117 Jessica Gómez de la Rosa / Origeen Greener Cities - Exploring …

Prepare to embark on a transformative journey with Jessica Gomez de la Rosa, the innovative CEO of Origeen Greener Cities. From the vibrant buzz of Las Vegas to the concentrated energy of New York City, Jessica will guide us ...

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Oct. 27, 2023

S9E116 Cody Journell / Vegg, Inc. - Revolutionizing Vertical Farming …

Are you keen to discover the future of farming? Unveil the revolutionary world of vertical farming with our esteemed guest, Cody Journell, founder and CEO of Vegg, Inc. Cody, with his vast knowledge and innovative approach to...

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Oct. 13, 2023

S9E115: Neda Vaseghi / Microclimates - What Gets Measured Gets Manage…

Are you ready to embark on a fascinating journey into the world of environmental automation technology with our captivating guest, Neda Vaseghi, the CEO of Microclimates? From the early days of Neda's life in Iran, through th...

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Oct. 6, 2023

S9E114: Chris Rawley / Harvest Returns - Sustainability, Risk Managem…

Ever sought the thrill of leaving the mundane behind to explore the world, only to land in the fascinating field of agriculture? Join us as we sit down with Chris Rawley, the founder and CEO of Harvest Returns, who did …

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Sept. 29, 2023

S9E113: Tinia Pina / Re-Nuble - Cultivating Resilience: From NYC Stre…

Can technology and privacy coexist in this rapidly evolving business landscape? This is a question we attempt to answer as we welcome Tinia Pina, the innovative Founder and CEO of Re-Nuble. Our riveting conversation explores ...

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Sept. 22, 2023

S9E112: Rob van Straten / Skytree - A Journey From Art & Army to Inno…

Prepare to set sail on a journey filled with adventure, art, and groundbreaking technology with our guest, Rob van Straten, CEO of Skytree. This episode dives deep into Rob's vibrant life, taking us from his childhood in the ...

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Sept. 15, 2023

S9E111: Ralph Weir / Zayndu - From Semiconductors to Seeding: A Tech …

Growing up in the rugged landscapes of Scotland, our guest Ralph Weir, CEO of Zayndu, has traversed a fascinating journey - from the world of semiconductors and mobile television to the cutting-edge realm of vertical farming....

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Sept. 8, 2023

S9E110: Robin Vincent / CanobiTech - Journey of Canobi Technologies: …

Have you ever wondered how the world of technology collides with the world of agriculture? Prepare to be spellbound as we sit down with Robin Vincent, the tech-savvy CEO and CINNO of Canobi Technologies. Robin takes us throug...

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Sept. 1, 2023

S9E109: Lotte Van Rijn / Certhon - From Greenhouse Child to Vertical …

Have you ever wondered about the unseen intricacies of greenhouse farming and the immense potential of vertical farms? Join us on a fascinating journey with our guest, Lotte Van Rijn, General Manager of Certhon, as she peels ...

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Aug. 25, 2023

S9E108: Mary Kathryn Scala / Freight to Plate - Transforming Shipping…

Like a modern-day agricultural alchemist, Mary Kathryn Scala co-founder of Freight to Plate, turns shipping containers into havens of verdant growth. In our conversation, Mary Kathryn walks us through her journey from the bus...

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