AgTech Alchemy

Welcome to AgTech Alchemy, where we're on a mission to stir up innovation and connect the dots in the #AgTech world. We're thrilled to introduce the inaugural AgTech Alchemy #Quarterly, your go-to source for curated insights and expertise in the field. Inspired by the McKinsey Quarterly, our quarterly publication brings together handpicked articles, podcasts, and observations to foster learning and growth within the AgTech Alchemy #community. Each issue is carefully crafted around a central theme, ensuring that you stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of agricultural technology. In this issue, our talented contributors dive into the Complexities of Success in AgTech, exploring what's worked, what's not, and what's on the horizon. They'll share their insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and provide practical advice on how to navigate the landscape and make the most of the tools available. Join us on this exciting journey and discover the latest trends, breakthroughs, and best practices shaping the future of AgTech #Download your copy today! To gain valuable perspectives and join the conversation via comments in LinkedIn or in the Slack Channel see comments for link. The AgTech Alchemy Quarterly Editors want to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all the contributing authors who generously, wholeheartedly, and swiftly shared their expertise, even amidst the holiday season. Your support and generosity are truly appreciated. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to making this publication happen. Janette Barnard, Ashley Sweeting, J. Matthew Pryor, Hollis Robbins, Ariel Patton, Shane Thomas, Patrick Honcoop, Dan Schultz, Tim Hammerich, Walt Duflock, Rhishi P., and Sachi Desai. Those who might want to contribute for the next issue, to be released March 31st, please reach out via LinkedIn to either Sachi Desai, Walt Duflock, and/or Rhishi P.. #AgTechAlchemy, #AgTechAlchemyQuarterly, #Quarterly, #AgTech, Agrifoodtech, #AgTechInnovation, #AgInnovation, #AI, #GenAI, #FarmingTechnology, #PrecisionAgriculture, #DigitalAgriculture, #AgriculturalTechnology, #InnovationInAg, #AgriBusiness, #SustainabilityInAg, #FutureOfFarming, #AgriculturalInnovation, #TechInAg, #AgIndustry, #UpstreamAgInsights, #TopSoil, #PrimeFutures, #AshCloud, #WaltsMusings, #SoftwareisFeedingTheWorld, #MetalDogLabs, #TenaciousVentures, #AgTechEdge, #AgDoneDifferent, #FutureOfAgriculture #AnecdotalValue #AgTechPro Adam Bergman Ketan Shende, PhD, MS, E.I.T Joe Mosher Tempel Stefan Dan Kurdys, MBA Tami Craig Schilling Ibtasam Sharif Rob Trice Vonnie Estes Sarah Nolet Michael Ott Mark Johnson Chris Parker Alain Goubau Erica Bliss Gilbert Guerrero Adam Stager Pratik Desai, PhD Lawrence Ibarria Venky Ramachandran Sara Boettiger

As we look ahead to 2025, the AgTech Alchemy Team is spotlighting three pivotal trends set to transform agtech and AI. From the explosion of specialized models and startup shakeups to game-changing data innovations—here’s our quick take on where the industry is heading in 2025. Rhishi P. Walt Duflock Sachi Desai Tempel Stefan Dan Kurdys, MBA Tami Craig Schilling TRIC Robotics Metal Dog Labs LLC KissanAI Pratik Desai, PhD Adam Stager Adam Bergman Shane Thomas Patrick Honcoop Ariel Patton Sara Boettiger Sumer S. Johal #AgTechAlchemy #AgTechAlchemyCoummunity #AgTechBayArea #AgTechSF #AgTechAlchemySF #AI #bayarea #agtech #agrifootech #agrifood #AgTechInsightAlert #GenAI #Robots #AgAutomation #LLM #NewData #Startups #Fundraising #Policy

Happy New Year from the AgTech Alchemy Team (Walt Duflock, Sachi Desai, Rhishi P.)!! We're sending warm wishes to our amazing community as we ring in 2025!   We want to share several milestones from 2024 and several planned for 2025.   Things we are proud of achieving in 2024:        Establishing AgTech Alchemy – with our firsts event in Redwood City in September. After years of discussing such a concept, we finally did it. Building Community Infrastructure – a regular series of events (four), establishing an active Slack community and a Linkedin Channel to share community accomplishments, bring awareness to industry leaders, and original thought leadership. Catalyzing a Passionate Community – since the initial event, we have had tremendous engagement, outreach to bring the events to locations beyond the Bay, and how people can lean in. It doesn’t need to wait for a conference and doesn’t need to be limited to VCs.   Things we are planning for 2025:      #QuarterlyDigitalMagazine - featuring leading voices, thinking and ideas in AgTech, Food, and Pure Play Technology. AgTech Alchemy @#WAT2025 – a special event the evening before World Agritech SF (March 10th) with speakers, mingling, and a dedicated private venue for the community to connect #EventsOutsideofCalifornia – The first AgTech Alchemy event outside of the Bay Area, we are still trying to define what this exactly is, but we have interest and engagement that beyond the Bay is a must.   We will do more than what’s shared but are still planning. Regardless, the goal remains the same. Bring our passionate community of thinkers, doers and investors together to create genuine relationships and level up our industry to create impact.   Thank you for your continued support! We can't wait to see what the new year brings. Happy New Year! 🎉   Now your turn, share with us what you’d like to see the AgTech Alchemy Community do in the New Year in the comments. #AgTechAlchemy #AgTechCommunity #AgTechBayArea #AgrifoodTech #AgTech #innovation #community #connections #thoughtleadership #worldagritech #quarterly David Nothmann Adam Stager Rohita Kotagiri Steve Mantle Ariel Patton Pratik Desai, PhD Lawrence Ibarria Shane Thomas Adam Bergman Robert Sisson Robert Grey Michael Ott Chris Parker Carl Lippert Gilbert Guerrero Erica Bliss Sumer S. Johal

Knock, knock! (Dad jokes go over big amongst the #AgTechAlchemy Team) Who’s there? Low commodity prices—about 45% below their all-time highs, leaving farmers asking, “How low can you go?” (Cue more dad jokes, right?) In this latest piece from Ariel Patton in her #newsletter --> #Topsoil, you’ll discover how corn and soybeans end up on the wrong side of supply and demand, why local cash prices and “basis” matter more than your dad’s grill at a weekend BBQ, and how farmers attempt to “bushel their way out” of low prices. https://lnkd.in/gAa36ZdV

Shoutout to our own AgTech Alchemy community member, Pratik Desai, PhD , CEO/founder of KissanAI Who was recently highlighted by ‘Analytics India Mag’ last week for ‘National Farmer's Day,’ as one of the Top 10 AI-driven startups revolutionizing Indian farming worth celebrating along with others like Ninjacart, DeHaat, and BharatAgri. Showcasing innovators using cutting-edge tech to boost productivity, reduce waste, and maximize yields. Congratulations Pratik and the entire KissanAI team! #AgTech #FarmersDay #Sustainability #AgTechAlchemyCommunity #AgTechAlchemy #AgTechAlchemySF #PrecisionAg #AI #IndiaAg #Startups #Community #AgTechAI Rhishi P. Walt Duflock Ketan Shende, PhD, MS, E.I.T David Nothmann Rohita Kotagiri Sachi Desai Adam Stager Robert Sisson 📊 Dan Maycock Lawrence Ibarria

Some amazing things happening in California AgTech in 2025!

A great asset and holiday gift from #AgTechAlchemy community memeber Tim Hammerich and the #podfather of #Agrifood with his consistently can’t miss pod the “Future of Agriculture.” #agrifoodpods #agtech #regenag #pods #agtechalchemycommunity #agrifoodtrends #observations

Happy Holidays from the AgTech Alchemy Team, we wish you and yours a wonderful holiday!!! We look forward to reconnecting in the New Year but until then we have some surprises to keep the holidays fun. #AgTechAlchemy #AgTechAlchemyCommunity #AgTechAlchemySF #AgTech, #AgrifoodTech Sachi Desai, Walt Duflock, Rhishi P., Metal Dog Labs LLC

"Empowering Ag, One Christmas Themed Laser Beam at a Time!" Read Rhishi P.'s latest newsletter on how AgTech superheroes battled the "Ag Grinch" in 2024 one robot and AI at a time and how they might in 2025! You can find at the link below. Has to be better than 'Red One,' nothing says holiday fear than a JK Simmons Santa Claus. #AgTechInsightAlert, #AgTechAlchemy, #AgTech, #SoftwareisFeedingTheWorld, #SFTW,#AgTech, #AgTechAlchemySF, #AgTechAlchemyCommunity,#AgTechAI, #AI, #GenAI

Software is Feeding the World (last edition for 2024 tomorrow) It is no surprise that AI has dominated the conversation over the last twelve months. Waymo just released a study which showed the autonomous Waymo Driver being much safer than human drivers Will human driving become illegal in the future? Will Rudolph the red nosed reindeer lose his job to a self driving sleigh? The last edition looks at some examples (Bayer | Crop Science's E.L.Y. agent, Cropwise AI from the Syngenta Group, autonomy in equipment, use of AI in product development etc.) of where we have made progress in food and agriculture using AI, and previews some of the challenges which lie ahead (which we will explore in more depth in 2025). Subscribe today (15% discount still available for 10 more days) to get this and future editions in your Inbox Wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Holidays Link in first comment