What Farmers Want Pathoscan Edition

Farmers Evaluate PathoScan's Ag Tech: Real Feedback, Real Insights, Ep.2 Join us in episode two of 'What Farmers Want,' hosted by Danny Aberhart, where REAL-WORLD producers dive deep into evaluating innovative Ag Tech solutions. In this episode, we feature Tayeb Soomro, founder of PathoScan, pitching his microbial profiling platform, PathoBox. The technology allows early detection and management of crop diseases, potentially transforming fungicide application decisions. Hear from seasoned farmers like Matt Wallington, Kris Mayerle, Janel Delage, and Scott Maurer, among others, as they provide candid feedback, discuss the practicality, and explore the potential ROI. CEO Doug Jones from Cornerstone Credit Union shares insights on supporting Ag Tech advancements. This interactive, no-nonsense series aims to bridge the gap between Silicon Valley innovation and practical farming needs, ensuring technologies not only impress but work effectively in the field. 00:00 Introduction to What Farmers Want 01:54 Meet the Panelists 03:19 Farmers Share Crop Conditions and Innovations 09:12 Cornerstone Credit Union's Role in Ag Tech 16:32 Challenges in Ag Tech Adoption 20:24 Introducing Patho Scan and Patho Box 35:05 Challenges with Previous Device 35:44 Improvements in Sample Preparation 37:27 Cost and Pricing of the New Technology 40:12 Fungicide Decision-Making on the Farm 44:14 ROI and Cost Analysis of Fungicide Application 49:48 Future Plans and Farmer Feedback 58:26 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.