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I love working with George Darrah and the guys at Systemiq Capital to help build the investment thesis for system change to regenerative agriculture. It’s rewarding to see the space emerge and evolve from so many angles - farmer, entrepreneur and investor (not me, George 😉)! #regenerativefarming #vc #venturecapital #regenag #investing #naturalcapital

Rob Appleby spoke with Global AgInvesting in their interview series: “Three Questions With…”. In the article, Rob speaks to the genesis behind Cibus Capital, how the firm’s investment strategies are driving change in agriculture, as well as where he sees agriculture’s future trajectory. The agricultural sector is facing enormous challenges in the shape of climate change, regulatory pressures and an ageing labour force, to name a few. Rob’s answers highlight the disruptive technologies and practices backed by Cibus that are supporting agriculture’s essential transition to a sustainable and less resource dependent future. Click the link to read the full article. #AgInvesting #SustainableAgriculture #AgTech #FoodTech #Nature #SustainableFood https://lnkd.in/ekV-35hD  

👁️ A Vision for Systemic Change in Agriculture. Real progress in agriculture isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about systemic change. After 4 years within the diverse AgUnity ecosystem in over 9 countries, I’ve gained a deep understanding of what it takes to make this happen. Years of experience in the field has guided AgUnity's approach to digitisation at an organisational level, making systemic change possible on a structural scale. However, we’ve learned that every value chain is unique, with different entry points based on region, harvest timelines, specific challenges and more. Recent achievements with the Co-op Manager, digitising records of over 40,000 farmers in Africa, and efforts to raise a practical understanding of EUDR and CS3D regulations have been pivotal. AgUnity is also preparing the market for a future commodity marketplace that genuinely works for smallholder farming communities. By digitising processes and building cooperative ecosystems, we’re laying the groundwork for a future where every stakeholder—from smallholder farmers to global buyers—is connected and empowered. This is one part of the pursuit to ensure agriculture can flourish sustainably for future generations. Read more from Planet Storyline and Peter Horsten below. #SystemicChange #BeyondCompliance #AgTech #Sustainability

With increasing input costs and stagnant-to-decreasing market prices, adopting sustainable practices hasn't been as big of a priority as it could or should be for many farmers in recent years. While carbon offsetting has been the go-to approach for large food corporations, carbon insetting, where every livestock value chain member collectively works to drive down greenhouse-gas emissions within their shared supply chain, is better enabling these stakeholders to make collective progress in achieving Scope 3 emissions reduction goals. Athian, a High Alpha Innovation portfolio company created in partnership with Elanco, was built to benchmark, verify, and monetize on-farm greenhouse gas reductions. We spoke with Athian CEO Paul Myer to discuss his family's history of farming, ag industry transformation, and how Athian is working to address a longstanding problem facing farmers and other members of the food value chain. https://lnkd.in/gH9R7CyA #AgriFood #AgTech #VentureBuilding

Read about the complexities of the Dutch agricultural landscape, the challenges of scaling regenerative agriculture, and how Deloitte is playing a pivotal role in this transformation. Encouraging an ecosystem approach involving farmers, food processors, retailers, and consumers, illustrating our dedication to effecting sustainable change. Gain insights into this significant shift in the Dutch agriculture sector.

The Journey of Corporate Farming: From Traditional Fields to Agribusiness Giants 🌾 Corporate farming has come a long way, transforming agriculture from family-owned farms to massive agribusinesses. Here's a brief look at this evolution: 1️⃣ Early Beginnings: Agriculture has traditionally been family-run, with smallholders producing food for local communities. These farms were modest, relying on traditional practices. 2️⃣ Green Revolution (1940s-60s): With advancements in technology, including high-yielding seeds and chemical fertilizers, farming saw a productivity boost. Corporations began investing in agriculture to capitalize on new technologies and economies of scale. 3️⃣ Rise of Agribusiness (1970s-90s): Corporations recognized farming's profit potential, entering the sector with large-scale operations. This era saw the consolidation of small farms and the birth of agricultural giants. Corporate farms prioritized efficiency, mechanization, and supply chain integration. 4️⃣ Sustainability & Tech Innovation (2000s-present): Modern corporate farming has been driven by sustainability, biotechnology, and digital innovations. Precision agriculture, data analytics, and AI are now commonplace, making farming more efficient and sustainable. Corporate farming is evolving with a renewed focus on sustainability and ethical practices, addressing global challenges like food security and climate change. 🌍 --- #CorporateFarming #Agribusiness #SustainableAgriculture #FarmingInnovation #AgriTech #LinkedIn

Did you know that soil holds 25% of the planet's biodiversity? Maintaining that biome requires regenerative agricultural practices like limiting soil disturbance and investing in cover crops. 🚜 Greentown Labs' Agriculture Sector Pitch Day highlighted incredible innovations that are reducing the food industry's impact on our environment. Ashlie L Burkart MD, CM illustrated that regenerative agriculture, while underfunded in the past, has seen a huge influx of government funding and interest from the largest global ag and food companies. We heard from 7 startups that are leading the way to improved agriculture practices and environmental preservation including, Capro-X Inc., Adaviv, Aquasaic, Regenerative Resources Co, Haystack Ag, KUBO Group, and NONA Technologies. Deepesh Bista, Ph.D., Lux Research, Germin8 Ventures, Chelsea Blau, Cargill, Rocío Céspedes. #foodtech #socialinnovation #foodstartup #agrifoodtech #foodbusinessstartup #foodpreneur #foodentrepeneur #foodstartups⁠ #foodscience #foodbrand #foodindustry #foodconsultant #foodbusiness #foodinnovation #foodbranding #foodtechnology #startupcommunity #foodmanagement #foodnews #foodbusiness

🌱 Empowering Agriculture: Felipe d´Avila 's Vision for AgroForte Digital in Rural Talks🌱 The CEO and Co-founder, Felipe D'Avila, shared the story behind the creation of AgroForte and their mission to transform access to credit for farming families. 💡 Key Insights from Felipe: Innovative Approach: Agroforte’s platform connects capital markets with farms, reducing information asymmetry and ensuring efficient capital allocation. 🔎 Sector-Specific Solutions: The platform addresses unique risks in poultry and dairy farming, providing pre-approved credit lines and simplifying access for producers with lower tech proficiency. 📈 Sustainability and Impact: By professionalizing small-scale producers and enhancing their financial stability, Agroforte contributes to a more resilient and productive agricultural value chain. ⬆ Expanding Horizons: With plans to expand into beef and a Series A funding round on the horizon, Agroforte is paving the way for innovation in agri-finance. Watch the full interview here: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dPAWPPfD Spotify: https://lnkd.in/df_x7Qb7 #AgTech #AgricultureInnovation #AgroForte #Sustainability

Join us on Wednesday, 30 October for our next Insights Series webinar in partnership with AgriCircle AG focused on Empowering Regenerative Agriculture: From Context-Specific, Harmonized Data Frameworks to Outcome-Based Success 💪   Explore how to shift to regenerative agriculture using a context-specific, outcome-based framework that empowers farmers. Discuss strategies and a framework, widely supported by the likes of FoodChain ID, LEXAGRI International, Varda/Onix, as well as large FMIS players and encouraged by SAI Platform, to measure regenerative agriculture effectively and collaborate across the supply chain to support meaningful change. 🧠 What you can expect: 🧑🌾Empowering farmers to focus on outcomes rather than rigid guidelines 🥊Introducing a minimalistic, high-impact measurement framework ⬆️ Taking a bottom up approach to sustainability Register here for free: https://lnkd.in/ewrcZgQD

The future of farming is looking bright. Sustainable agriculture is driving a massive shift in the M&A world, where deal values increased significantly in 2024. 🌍 From agritech breakthroughs to ESG-driven strategies, this sector is transforming global agriculture. Learn more in our latest insight: https://bit.ly/4eTP9RN    #SustainableFarming #Agritech #MergersAndAcquisitions #HLBInsight GHJ