Industrial Edge Ep 21: Farming and AI Technology with William Bordeau

Welcome to Industrial Edge! In this episode, we sit down with William Bordeau at the 2025 Pistachio Growers Conference in Monterey, California. William shares his journey as a farmer, veteran, and executive, and dives deep into the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture today—from water policy and the Endangered Species Act to the impact of AI and automation on farming. We also discuss the importance of local business, political advocacy, and making a difference in your community.00:00 - Introduction00:23 - William Bordeau: Background & Roles00:42 - Farming Operations & Executive Leadership01:02 - Public Speaking & Water Supply Challenges01:22 - The Endangered Species Act Explained02:20 - Real-World Impacts on Farming04:08 - Water Policy, Habitat, and Environmental Issues06:25 - National Security & Food Supply07:46 - Legal Battles & Environmental Policy09:15 - Forest Management & Economic Decisions11:57 - Political Advocacy & Making a Difference13:17 - The Future of Local Business15:01 - Nutrition, Pistachios, and Global Markets16:41 - Trends in Agriculture: AI & Automation18:21 - Embracing Technology in Farming20:21 - Leadership, Upbringing, and Forward Thinking24:08 - Community Involvement & Making an Impact27:13 - Final Thoughts & Advice for Getting Involved34:55 - Closing