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Lincoln Agritech celebrates 60 years of innovation Lincoln Agritech Limited's recently released Annual Review for 2023 celebrates 60 years of innovation. In the report, they look back on how some of their enduring research themes have evolved over the past 60 years – such as in freshwater and agri-technology – and look forward at their research into some more recent challenges, such as climate change action and developing new high-value uses for natural materials such as wool and cellulose. The review provides several case studies of Lincoln Agritech's research and how it helps their partners and end-users. These include increasing productivity sustainably, predicting and mitigating climate change, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and developing strategies for managing clean, accessible, and efficiently-used water. Last year was a year of change for Lincoln Agritech. They formed new partnerships including a Horizon Europe research programme, and they and IRANZ farewelled long-term Chief Executive Peter Barrowclough. #LincolnAgritech #60YearsOfInnovation #AnnualReview2023 #AgriTech #FreshwaterResearch #ClimateAction #SustainableInnovation #GreenTech #NaturalMaterials #WoolTech #CelluloseResearch #ResearchExcellence #FutureOfAgritech #iranzresearch https://lnkd.in/ggpVSRDq

And this is my final mention to #VERGE24: - Culture is key to change consumer behavior: Michael Hawthorne Jr. gave us a beautiful lesson on that through his Klean Energy Kulture   - Carbon removal must be part of the existing supply chain: Vaulted Deep (Julia Reichelstein) takes biosolids and agricultural wastes and injects deep in the soil, Lithos Carbon (Jonny Lu) partners with farmers to sequester carbon and improve their crops, CREW Carbon (Joachim Katchinoff) integrates with water treatment facilities to capture carbon and improve alkalinity of the water.  - Cleaner, more efficient mining of rare earth is fundamental for the ever increasing batteries market - and it's viable, as ElectraLith shows with their membrane separation technology - In a world that's capital intensive (so different from my software world! ;-)), #AdvancedMarketCommitments and #OfftakeCommitments are essential tools for #entrepreneurs and investors to invest with confidence in our future - so corporates should partner with marketplaces like #FrontierClimate to make it happen! - Commercialization and adoption are big challenges! In software, a technology is ready to be adopted the day after it launches, but in hardware/chemistry intensive areas such as #ClimateTech, it takes years for an innovation to progress in the #TRL (Technology Readiness Level) scale, and that still doesn't mean it will be adopted - that's why in parallel we also need to consider the #ARL (Adoption Readiness Level) framework. - Climate change is a very serious topic, but it's also important to relax and have a laughter while at it, as Stuart Goldsmith (Climate Comedian) (what???) showed us  Thanks Hans Bukow for bringing this conference to my attention, I got a lot out of it! And congratulations Trellis Group on a fantastic event!

🌍 Committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 🌱 At BEAM CropTech, we work every day to contribute to a more sustainable future. Our biotechnological solutions not only enhance agricultural productivity but also directly support the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): ✔️ SDG 2 - Zero Hunger: We increase crop yields, helping to ensure global food security. ✔️ SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Our PHOTOSYNTER technology promotes technological innovation based on photobiology studies. ✔️ SDG 12 - Responsible Production and Consumption: We optimize agricultural resources, enabling planting in areas considered marginal for farming. ✔️ SDG 13 - Climate Action: PHOTOSYNTER helps reduce the carbon footprint in fields and improves resilience to climate change. Our commitment is clear: to transform agriculture, making it more efficient, sustainable, and resilient. 🚜✨ 🔗 Learn more about how our technologies support the SDGs at www.beamcroptech.com. #SDGs #BEAMCropTech #AgriculturalInnovation #Sustainability #PHOTOSYNTER

🤔 Why should we care about Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)? In short, climate change + growing population + sustainability. This new method offers a way to produce more food using less land and water.  Sure, setting up large-scale CEA facilities requires significant upfront investments in advanced technologies. But the long-term value and impact outweigh this challenge.  While not a replacement for all farms, CEA offers a promising future for food security. It also opens doors for collaboration with technology providers on a way to transform food systems 🌱 Explore pros & cons of industrial-scale CEA in the article from Yuriy Petruk 👉 https://bit.ly/4dwhs91

🌾 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗮𝗽𝘀 🌾 The image showcases a detailed crop-type map of the Netherlands, generated using advanced satellite remote sensing techniques, reveals 17 different crop types. For sustainability professionals in food and agribusiness, such maps offer crucial insights: 𝟭. 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀: Track rotation practices over time, improving soil health and biodiversity.  𝟮. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴: Utilize such data for accurate Scope 3 emission modeling, reporting and supply chain optimization.  𝟯. 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Access historical data to inform future sustainability strategies. Did you know? Recent CDP reports show a significant increase in food companies disclosing Scope 3 emissions, yet achieving reductions across all scopes remains a challenge. ❓How are you using crop maps in your sustainability efforts?  ❓What challenges do you face in implementing data-driven sustainability efforts? #SustainableAgriculture #RemoteSensing #FoodSustainability #Scope3Emissions #AgTech

🌍💡 Exploring Innovations in Green Technology 💡🌍 From harnessing the power of the sun with solar glass to revolutionizing agriculture with smart farming, green technologies are making significant strides towards a sustainable future. 🌱⚡ 👉 Swipe through this carousel to discover how cutting-edge technologies are helping to save our planet by improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and much more! 🔗 Let’s dive into these innovations together and discuss which ones could truly transform our approach to environmental sustainability. Which green technology excites you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments! #GreenTech #Sustainability #Innovation #technology 

Any kind of agriculture has an effect on the environment and we need to minimize that impact, whilst still ensuring everyone has access to high quality and nutritious food. With our sustainability priority (”Higher yields, lower impact”) we’re focused on finding innovative ways to increase productivity, while reducing impact on the planet and without increasing land use or greenhouse gas emissions. Next-generation active ingredients such as ADEPIDYN® technology embody this approach with yield protection even at low use-rates. Together, we can create a future where agriculture becomes a climate solution. 🌎💡 #SyngentaSustainability #SustainabilityPriorities #Innovation #Technology #ClimateSolution #NextGeneration

The future of our planet depends on how we grow, produce, and consume food. As the agricultural transition accelerates, we’re focusing on the innovations and practices needed to replenish our soils, feed a growing population, capture carbon, and sustain life. Our Food and Agriculture theme will explore: • Mainstreaming regenerative practices • Building new, sustainable supply chains • Innovations in finance, lending, agri-tech, and AI • Driving change in Big Agriculture • And much more! Our Food and Agriculture speakers include Andy Cato, Emma Keller, Guy Singh-Watson, Henry Dimbleby, Douglas Lamont, Helen Browning, Richard Walker OBE, Claire Mackenzie, Kainyu (Kai) Njeri, Estelle Gayout, Gloria Agyare, Ben Greensmith. Unlock the 2024 Summit Themes here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e42yawQi #BlueEarthSummit #FoodAndAgriculture #Sustainability #RegenerativeFarming #AgriTech #ClimateAction

🌍𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗮 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝘄 🌿 The EU has officially adopted the Nature Restoration Law (NRL), a groundbreaking piece of legislation aimed at reversing #biodiversity loss and restoring ecosystems across Europe, contributing to biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙥𝙨 ⁉ 🚀𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵: The NRL will accelerate the demand for innovative climate technologies. Companies specializing in carbon capture, renewable energy, and environmental monitoring are poised to thrive. This law encourages the adoption of cutting-edge solutions to mitigate climate change, providing a fertile ground for startups and established companies to expand their green portfolios. 🌾𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵: Agricultural technology benefits immensely from this legislation. The law promotes sustainable farming practices, encouraging the development and implementation of #precisionagriculture, soil health monitoring, and sustainable water management technologies. These advancements will help farmers enhance productivity while reducing environmental impacts, aligning agricultural practices with ecological restoration goals. It's an exciting time for climate tech and agri-tech industries as they play a crucial role in this transformative journey. 𝙇𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙨! What are your thoughts on the NRL and its impact on the climate tech and agri-tech sector?🌱✨ For more details and to read the full news, check out the link in the comments ⬇ #Sustainability #ClimateTech #AgriTech #NatureRestoration #Innovation #EU #GreenFuture

🌱 Imagine agricultural practices that conserve water, reduce chemical use, and adapt seamlessly to climate challenges—all while increasing productivity. Yes, it’s possible with AI, and Omdena is at the forefront, providing tailored solutions to tackle real-world challenges. From early detection of pests to measuring sustainability efforts and preparing for climate risks, we’re driving agriculture toward a greener and more resilient future. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtK38bqb #AgriFinance #AIInAgriculture #SustainableFarming #AgTech #PrecisionAgriculture #FinTech #GreenFinance #ClimateSmart #AgriInnovation #Farmers #AIForGood #AgricultureFinance #SustainableDevelopment