AgriBusiness Global Podcasts

PTx on Precision Ag Retrofits, Targeted Spraying, and Autonomy

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global, Bryce Baker, North America Tactical Marketing Lead, PTx, discusses the company's "retrofit first" approach to global expansion, the growing potential of targeted spraying, and the challenges of scaling autonomy. Baker explains how retrofits help growers adopt new technology without waiting for their next equipment trade cycle, while OEM partnerships complement that strategy. He also explores how autonomy, data management, and fleet logistics will shape the future of precision agriculture — and shares advice for companies entering new markets: Understand who the farmer is.

Ananda Scherner of Agrobiomics Discusses What’s Next for Single-Molecule Biostimulants

Ag Tech Talk: The Practical Path to Farm Automation, with Burro's Charlie Andersen

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global, Charlie Andersen, CEO of Burro, discusses the practical realities of AI and automation on the farm — what works, what doesn't, and where the biggest opportunities lie. Drawing on experience deploying more than 800 autonomous systems worldwide, Anderson explains why growers should start with simple, repetitive tasks before tackling more complex jobs, how automation can build trust with farm labor rather than fear, and what separates robotics companies built for real-world scale from those that only shine in flashy demos.

Terry Kippley of CPDA on the Organization’s Sustainability Efforts

In this Sustainable Podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Terry Kippley, President and CEO of the Council of Producers and Distributors of Agrotechnology (CPDA), discusses the organization’s sustainability efforts, CPDA’s ongoing collaboration with the U.S. EPA, how adjuvants can help with biologicals adoption and more.

Smart Seeding and the Future of AI on the Farm

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk, we explore how artificial intelligence and machine learning are helping transform precision agronomy with Dr. Jasmine Neupane, assistant professor of Agricultural Systems Technology at the University of Missouri. Dr. Neupane’s research focuses on integrating digital agriculture technologies, including sensors, remote sensing, and data analytics, to help farmers and ag retailers make more informed, field-specific decisions that improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability.

Ben Cicora of Frontier Bio Strategy on What Differentiates Successful Bio Companies

In this Sustainable Podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Ben Cicora, Managing Partner, Commercial, at Frontier Bio Strategy, discusses common pitfalls biologicals companies make when first starting out, how biologicals companies can successfully scale, and more. Thanks for tuning in!

Using AI to Unlock the Value of Farm Data

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global, three leaders whose companies are working together to advance AI-ready spatial intelligence for agriculture explore how the industry is turning complex farm data into actionable insights. Bailey Stockdale, Founder and CEO of Leaf Agriculture, Ben Pruden, Head of GTM and Marketing at Wherobots, and Rachel Zack, Co-Founder of Felt, discuss how their complementary technologies — spanning data infrastructure, geospatial computing, visualization, and artificial intelligence — are helping transform fragmented datasets into practical insights that support better decision-making across agriculture.

Jason McGarrh, VP of Agriculture at Locus FS, on the Value of Biosurfactants

In this Sustainable podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Jason McGarrh, VP of Agriculture at Locus FS, delves into recent innovations in the biosurfactants space, how biosurfactants can address challenges like resistance management, and more.

Inside One of America’s Largest Ag Co-Ops’ Practical Approach to AI

AI has long dominated ag industry headlines—but turning it from concept into day-to-day agronomic practice requires far more than a product launch. In this episode of Ag Tech Talk, FS Agronomy Director Brendan Bachman of GROWMARK breaks down the operational reality behind scaling AI across one of North America’s largest cooperative systems, from building data infrastructure to navigating the complexities of a federated organization. Rather than positioning AI as a disruption, Bachman describes it as a practical layer within existing workflows - one aimed at reducing friction and helping crop specialists make faster, more informed in-season decisions. The discussion highlights the less visible work of adoption: aligning systems, earning grower trust, and driving buy-in across FS locations, while tools like MyFS Agronomy increasingly reshape - not replace - the agronomist’s role in the field.

Dr. Brendon Neumann of Andermatt on Biologicals and Resistance Management

In this Sustainable podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Dr. Brendon Neumann, Andermatt Product Portfolio Director, discusses how biologicals fit into resistance management, how companies can educate their grower customers on this strategy, and more.

EarthDaily on Satellite Data, Crop Monitoring, and Market Transparency

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk, we sit down with Andrew Pylypchuk, Global Director of Business Development, Agriculture, at EarthDaily, to explore how next-generation satellite data is reshaping agriculture from the ground up. From sharper, more consistent insights to real-world decision-making at scale, Pylypchuk breaks down what better data means for growers, retailers, and the future of ag — and why the gap between information and action is finally closing.

Ruoyan Li of Chengdu Newsun Delves into China’s Sustainable Agriculture Sector

In this Sustainable Podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Ruoyan Li, Director of Strategy & Development at Chengdu Newsun Crop Science Co., Ltd., digs into changes within China to promote sustainable agriculture, roadblocks for Chinese growers' adoption of biological products, how to overcome these challenges, and more.

Smarter Data, Stronger Relationships

AI is rapidly rewiring the business of selling crop inputs — and Alan Brady, Vice President of Product and Services at Ever.Ag, says the shift goes far beyond smarter pricing. In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global, Brady explains how embedding AI into ag retail is transforming a fragmented, transactional system into a connected, real-time ecosystem where retailers, suppliers, agronomists, and manufacturers operate in sync. The real advantage isn’t better price prediction; it’s faster, more proactive decision-making that helps businesses navigate volatility, optimize inventory, and protect margins across seasons. Crucially, Brady emphasizes that AI strengthens — not replaces — the industry’s relationship-driven foundation by delivering actionable insights exactly when and where they’re needed most.

Verdesian Life Sciences’ Clare Doyle on Bio-Tech Solutions in 2026

AI’s Growing Role in Agricultural R&D

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how agricultural researchers analyze complex biological data and accelerate discovery. In this episode, Josh Colmer, CEO and co-founder of TraitSeq, discusses how AI-driven tools are helping scientists unlock insights from genomics, metabolomics, and other “omics” datasets to improve crop protection, plant health, and biological product development. Colmer shares how emerging AI architectures and agentic systems enable deeper analysis, faster decision-making, and new approaches to understanding plant biology across the R&D pipeline.

Jennifer Lewis of IBMA Discusses What’s Affecting EU Regulatory Process in 2026 and Beyond

In this Sustainable Podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Jennifer Lewis, Executive Director of the International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association, discusses the significance of the European Commission’s Proposal for the Simplification Package Omnibus, the reality of this speeding up the registrations process, and more.

Using Connected Technology to Protect Grain Quality

On this episode of Ag Tech Talk, we sit down with Alan Lockwood, Senior Product Manager for Grain Conditioning at GSI, to explore how connected technologies are transforming grain storage and drying. From real-time monitoring and early spoilage detection to remote dryer management during labor-tight harvest seasons, Lockwood breaks down how tools like GrainView and GSI Connect are helping farmers, retailers, and co-ops protect grain quality, reduce losses, and make smarter operational decisions long after harvest ends.

Helping Growers Succeed With Biologicals: Certis on Training, Adoption, and Integration

In this Sustainable Podcast episode by AgriBusiness Global, Gregory Rogers, Director of Technical Marketing and Communication at Certis Biologicals, outlines what the company does to help growers understand, adopt, and optimize biologicals within integrated crop management programs.

Rethinking Land Value in the Age of Modern Agronomy

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global (ABG), Jim Zimmer, Operating Partner at Granite Creek Capital and Co-Founder of Moraine Farmland Partners, discusses how farmland valuation is changing in the era of advanced agronomy and precision technology.

Communicating Innovation in a Crowded Ag Market

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk, we’re joined by Jennifer Goldston, Founder and CEO of AgTech PR, to dive into the critical role of communication in bringing new agricultural technologies to market. As ag tech continues to evolve alongside crop inputs like agrochemicals and biologicals, clear messaging, trust-building, and data transparency are becoming just as important as innovation itself. Goldston shares her insights on how companies can better position their solutions across the value chain, from growers to regulators, and avoid getting lost in the noise of a crowded marketplace. It’s a conversation about strategy, storytelling, and why even the best technology needs the right narrative to make an impact.