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"It's more than a trade deal - it's a negotiation of GB's agricultural policy". With the King’s Speech today signalling a focus on improved trading relations and reducing the burden of unnecessary regulation through innovation, we discuss the evolving UK–EU SPS agreement.Belinda Clarke OBE Clarke spoke with Feodora Rayner, Head of Policy at CropLife UK, to unpack what has changed since the surprise May 2025 announcement, the widening - and still fluid - scope (including pesticides, biocides and seed variety rights), implications for precision‑bred/PBO crops, and new modelling on the potential cost of alignment for UK growers.This is SPS 101: watch the vid and find out more in the background analysis from CropLife UK & The Andersons Centre here: https://www.agri-tech-e.co.uk/member-post/analysis-of-the-impact-on-uk-crop-production-of-gb-aligning-with-eu-on-ppps/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pioneering work by SEAD Artists could be about to unblock the bottlenecks impeding the use of drones in agriculture, allowing beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flight and the aerial application of key crop protection products. SEAD Artists is a consortium of like-minded drone experts supporting agricultural innovation using new technology and drones. The members are Autospray Systems, Skypointe, Aerofirm and DronePrep. They have collaborated on several projects utilising drones in specific settings, like plaudiculture and forestry. Their work is now beginning to overcome the significant regulatory hurdles that have hampered drone use and adoption in the industry. Join the webinar online on 14 July 2025: https://www.agri-tech-e.co.uk/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=27300 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Belinda Clarke interviews Vicky Foster of British Beet Research Organisation, discussing the long term nature of research planning and predicting the challenges we'll face in the future so we can begin to resesarch solutions now.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to approach the challenge of technology adoption? Agricultural technologies hold immense potential and promise for improvement, yet their adoption often involves striking a delicate balance of risk-taking and co-development between innovators and growers.Frederick Hiam is cautious about being such early adopters they shoulder all the risk, yet they believe that waiting for fully developed solutions to simply be delivered to farmers is unlikely to hit the mark. Jamie Lockhart, Managing Director, discusses their approach. Collaborate with developers from the outset - “Start with the problem we need answering,” so that co-development benefits both parties— delivering tailored, practical solutions, while also advancing innovation in a meaningful, efficient way. This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Burgess is a supplier of several leading brands in the agricultural, construction and grounds care industries. In this episode, Ben Turner talks to us about the game-changer for agriculture; digitalisation of whole agricultural environment, embedded in everything inc all machinery. We're moving from 'hard to use, difficult, antiquated' to actually technology is making life much easier. However, we do need to utilise the tech, not just have it as a passenger there on the journey - we have to come together as a team to make the most of this. This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in agriculture - it's enabling innovative solutions to long-standing challenges and creating new opportunities across the industry. In this episode, Delta-T Devices emphasises AI's role in handling complex datasets to improve precision farming, seeing AI as vital for scaling research into commercial farming, enabling better decision-making and optimising crop conditions. This builds on their long history designing instruments for measuring and monitoring the environment. They have a strong focus on soil moisture, precision irrigation, agronomy, plant physiology, eco-physiology, data logging, solar radiation and meteorology. This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ROBOSCIENTIFIC LIMITED is advancing early disease detection in animals and plants using volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis. In this episode, Angie Curtis talks us through how this could change vetinary practices in future for quicker, more reliable diagnostics - resulting in healthier animals. They acknowledge scepticism as a key barrier to adoption, observing that many farmers are eager to embrace innovation but concerned about the risks associated with unproven systems. They advocate collaborative efforts to build trust and demonstrate reliability and to "take a leap of faith and believe it can happen!"This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As experts in talent acquisition for agri-tech, AgRecruit highlights a surge in agri-tech jobs and a significant trend: the sector is increasingly drawing specialists from outside traditional agriculture, such as those in engineering and biotech. This influx of diverse skills is essential as agri-tech becomes more complex, blending traditional farming with cutting-edge technologies like precision farming and alternative proteins. We sat down with Sam Clayton of AgRecruit to discover the latest in recruitment trends - why its hard and how to find non-traditional applicants for new roles.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

eg technology solve engineering and design challenges for clients, to turn their ideas into products. In this episode we discuss the trend of productivity - making the most of a scarce resource (land) with scale and precision. The key to development is understanding priority impact - which action will have the biggest impact.Specialising in electronics and software engineering, industrial and mechanical design, human factors, project management, technical due diligence and regulatory compliance, eg know how to solve technical challenges and make things work. eg is an agile and adaptive development partner providing tailored project delivery, whilst minimising risk from concept through to transfer to manufacture in an ISO 13485 accredited framework.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gardin Agritech predicts that real-time monitoring and automation will revolutionise farming. Their technology, which leverages optical sensing and AI-driven insights, allows farmers to monitor plant health and optimise crop nutrition efficiently. Gardin provides precision agriculture tools that help farmers grow nutrient-dense, climate-resilient crops while minimising the need for constant oversight.In this episode, we discuss the changes in the customer base for integrated monitoring forecasting and where developments in this technology will take us.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leading UK law firm, Mills & Reeve supports clients in navigating complex regulations that impact agri-tech innovation. In this episode, Jessica Burt, a specialist in food law, gives an insight into the trends in supply chain management. Topics covered include nutrition regulation, the truth behind sustainability claims, and the difficulty for regulators to keep up with changes in gene editing, cultured meat and CBD.They highlight that regulation can either drive or stifle progress, especially in emerging areas like cultured meat and gene-editing. Their insight? To truly move forward, regulators must adapt more rapidly to technological advancements. With specialists in technology, food and agriculture, Mills & Reeve are well placed to support the rapidly developing sector of Agritech. This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the CEO of the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB) Mario Caccamo talks about the role of science in agriculture advances. At the forefront of genetic innovation, NIAB uses advanced research to develop crops and agronomy practices that are more resilient to climate change. They emphasise the need for more effective funding and policy support to make these innovations accessible to farmers. NIAB is a major international centre for plant research, crop evaluation and agronomy – a unique national resource, with nearly 100 years of experience and an internationally recognised reputation for independence, innovation and integrity. With headquarters in Cambridge and regional offices across the country, NIAB spans the crop development pipeline, with the specialist knowledge, skills and facilities required to support the improvement of agricultural and horticultural crop varieties, to evaluate their performance and quality, and to ensure these advances are transferred into on-farm practice through efficient agronomy.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Sadd is CEO of Rothamsted Enterprises, An innovation, collaboration and events hub for AgriTech and the business community, based in Hertfordshire. In this episode, Nicole emphasises the importance of expanding collaboration across campuses to better support a wider range of agri-tech start-ups. They advocate for creating networks that facilitate knowledge exchange, enhancing innovation and credibility within the sector. With a variety of office and lab spaces for rent, international conference centre, popular restaurant, and VIP destination venue, Rothamsted Enterprises is built on a strong, diverse, and financially sound platform that capitalises on the facilities and expertise on site, proximity to London, and a variety of excellent transport links. We are proud to be part of the Rothamsted family – a place name steeped in scientific history thanks to the discoveries of our founder and all that have followed in his footsteps.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Archipelago Technology Group Ltd is repurposing inkjet technology, originally designed for printing, to provide exact chemical sprays and seed coatings. By translating a technology familiar to other industries, they’re tackling challenges unique to agriculture, illustrating the power of cross-industry innovation in this episode.Archipelago is a technology company based in Cambridge UK. Their expertise lies in the precision creation and transport of droplets to ensure active agrochemicals are accurately applied for horticultural and agricultural applications, reducing waste, saving money, and helping the environment. Powerdrop TM creates precise drops of fluid and transports them onto the target leaf. Every drop is identical. Your valuable chemicals go where they are needed and nowhere else.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William Haire is Head of Easton Estate at City College Norwich. In this episode, William walks us through some of the changes he's seen on farm, and where the next generation of farmers might take us - and what they need to get us there.City College Norwich is preparing the next generation of farmers through updated curricula that address both new and traditional practices. They’re building a workforce equipped with skills for digital agriculture, low-input systems, and eco-friendly farming — reinforcing the need for lifelong learning to adapt to the evolving landscape.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Barrett is Director of Sentry. John talks about how GPS, once just a tool for straight-line driving, now enables complex precision mapping. This evolution allows for fine-tuned management across their diverse operations, optimising input use and making every acre work smarter. We also discuss some of the innovative trials Sentry are working on, from robotics to novel crops.Sentry Ltd is one of the largest national farming companies in the UK. With 50 years of farming experience, Sentry are proud to have 20,000 hectares of land under cultivation for clients throughout the country, annually growing over 400,000 tonnes of local produce. Combining Professional Services with strong buying power across the industry, Sentry Business Solutions are committed to saving clients’ money and time without compromising on quality. Effective rural advice and excellent product supply from partners and is key to success in today’s agricultural climate.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time, we're joined by Wyld Networks, who highlight the transformative potential of satellite-based IoT in agriculture. Their satellite technology addresses connectivity challenges by providing reliable, cost-effective data access from even the most remote farms to ensure that all farmers can leverage real-time data to enhance productivity and innovation. WYLD are helping modern businesses make those essential connections — whether it’s gathering data from remote locations via satellite, or creating localised wireless networks to enhance customer experiences, WYLD are connecting people, devices and places — affordably, reliably.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, ADAS reflects on the practicality of implementing game-changing, disruptive innovations on farm. Farmers are increasingly seeing the power of these marginal gains, where targeted tweaks in practices can ultimately lead to better productivity and sustainability.ADAS is home to 450 staff who deliver national and international projects in 60 specialisms including crop nutrition, crop physiology, crop protection (disease management, weed management and pest management), soils, water, horticulture, on-farm advice and livestock management.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode, we'll be talking how scientific principles can become commercial products. We'll also be looking at how technologies from different industries can come together to address key challenges facing agriculture - such as adoption of biological solutions. Becky Dodds, Director of Communities at Agri-TechE, is joined by Niall Mottram, VP of Energy & CDR at Cambridge Consultants.Cambridge Consultants creates and delivers breakthrough products and services for clients worldwide – from established multinational companies to innovative start-ups. They help bridge the gap between early stage technologies from academia/start-ups and end users looking for solutions that cannot be found from existing suppliers. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, They use the skills and experience of 800 engineers, scientists, mathematicians and designers to de-risk and build novel robotics and AI driven systems and manage the transfer of the solutions through to mass market production.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The AF Group talk us their their own journey bringing technology into their business. AF is the UK’s largest agricultural purchasing co-operative and works with thousands of farmers across the UK.AF have been improving their digital journey - helping farmers predict when to buy fertiliser, massive digitisation of the invoicing system, and the new AF app. By taking farmers on the journey with them, AF Group are leading the way in tech adoption in agriculture.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Bouvet, Agri-TechE's Knowledge Exchange Manager, speaks to Dan Evans in this episode of our Back to the Future project.Dan leads both fundamental and applied research on soil formation and the parent materials from which soil is formed. His work focuses on the interactions between parent materials and soils, how soil parent materials support soil ecosystem services, and the natural and anthropogenic threats to the parent material zone. He also studies how soil formation can be accelerated, such as the manufacturing of new soils for urban green infrastructure.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.As part of our “Back to the Future” project, we’re asking Agri-TechE members to reflect on how the agri-tech industry has evolved over the past decade and to share their vision for the next ten years. By compiling these insights, we aim to create a powerful outlook on the future of agriculture, a compelling call to arms for the industry driven by the diverse perspectives of our community. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genomic tools have come a long way over the past decade, and David Chin, CEO of LIC, has been at the forefront of this. In interview with Belinda Clarke, David talks us through the the key blocker of data interoperability, adapting technology to different contexts, and making cows more efficient in a changing climate. Originating in New Zealand, LIC is a farmer-owned agri-tech company supplying elite dairy genetics to the world. Improving the livelihoods of dairy farmers is at the heart of everything LIC do and has been for more than a century. They use the latest science and technology to come up with solutions that will boost efficiency, productivity and, in turn, their profitability. That’s why LIC continue to lead the world in pastoral dairy systems and genetics.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We visited Better Origin to learn more about the Black Soilder Fly and its potential to help agriculture reach net zero. Miha Pipan, Chief Scientific Officer, walks Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke through the Better Origins technology.For supermarkets, food producers, and farmers, Better Origin offer modular insect farms that convert food waste into animal feed and other nutrient-rich products. Their technology helps reduce emissions, mitigate food waste, and replace deforestation-linked soy.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There has been a huge accelaration of new joiners to the industry in past five years - particularly in "non-ag" talent from non-farming backgrounds bringing new people, new ideas and new ways of working to find solutions to the challenges of the industry and the world! David Macaulay, Managing Director, talks Laura Bouvet, our Knowledge Exchange Manager, through a multi-disciplinary future supported by diversity of individuals, tools and systems on farm. A multidisciplinary future with diversity at the heart.Eden Search strives be the best global partner delivering business critical insight, appointments and connections at board and senior director level that positively impact both clients’ business and the global agritech and food supply chain.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the future of agronomy look like? Belinda Clarke visited Stuart Hill, Technical Director at Hutchinsons, to find out.Hutchinsons is a leading agronomy company with over 200 arable and horticultural agronomists nationwide. Hutchinsons is focused on linking technology, knowledge and advice to deliver sustainable farming and does this through the Helix Farms. Helix trials and adapts technologies on farm, with insights used to inform and improve decisions and management of the overall business. Hutchinsons also offer their Omnia platform for digital farm management and TerraMap, producing the world's highest resolution soil maps.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Aleks Kowalski, Project Director of Drone RePeat, in discussion with Belinda Clarke about the untapped potential for drone applications in agriculture.SEAD Artists are a consortium of experts using drone technology to revolutionise how landowners, environmentalists and conservationists manage the UK’s vast peatland carbon sink resources. The consortium have looked at deploying the capability of drones as part of a combination of services to survey, spray and seed for both environmental and agricultural benefits.the RePeat project aims to increasing awareness of the paludiculture and carbon gains possible through using robotics and data.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we meet Bianca Forte and Cara Griffiths to chat about new developments in the biostimulant sector.Single molecule biostimulants like the one SugaROx is developing are novel in agri-tech. The sugar-based compound helps plants through signalling, to improve their carbon allocation, 'teaching the plant to be more efficient'. With this biostimulant, yield increases of up to 22% are possible. For every loaf of bread, 11% reduction in carbon emissions are possible. In this episode, we'll explore this technology, the future development pipeline of the tech, and the call to regulators to facilitate adoption.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode, we visit Future Biogas. Becky Wheeler, Head of Business Development, and Philipp Lukas, Managing Director, discuss the growth and future of anerobic digestion in agriculture.the anaerobic digestion industry has grown from a novelty in the UK to an established industry with engineering support, processes and experienced operators out in the field. Becky and Phillip discuss the diversification opportunities for UK farming - integrating AD crops into rotation to decarbonise the farm, and provide clean heat for industries stuggling to electrify because they need specificals of biomethane fuel.Future Biogas are an experienced operator, running a significant percentage of the highest performing plants in the UK. Having recently been acquired by 3i Infrastructure Plc in early 2023, 3i Infrastructure’s funding and support mean they can push on with Project Carbon Harvest, their venture to design and operate the next generation of AD plants delivering Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) while helping to decarbonise UK farming.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Belinda Clarke ventures out to the farm to meet Andrew Francis, Managing Director of Home Farm Nacton. Andrew has long been engaged with adopting innovation on farm and shares his thoughts on what has - or hasn't - worked, and what he wants to see on farm in the years ahead.Home Farm Nacton produces organic vegetables, red tractor certified and leaf marque crops in Suffolk. The farm is a patchwork of woodland, heath, grass and arable land and comprises 1,170 hectares on the historic Orwell Park Estate on the north bank of the Orwell estuary near Ipswich. In addition to which Home Farm Nacton farms contract partners farms, Comprising of 814 hectares as of 2019.Home Farm strive to use the best science available to us to help make crop production and landscape management decisions. Teaming with Research and academic partners allows them to put themselves as close as commercially possible to being able to constantly refine how they manage the land. They welcome collaborations with various stakeholders to help provide them with early insight which is essential to the long term planning of the businessThis episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Millichap-Merrick, Co-Founder and CEO of Vitabeam discusses how developments in light technologies and research have enabled pathogen prevention and improving plant resillience and growth using photons.Vitabeam Ltd has developed a world-first, patented cocktail of light wavelengths. Deployed via the VQe MaxStrip, the LED light bar simultaneously kills bacteria and mould, and boosts plant yield. The VQe MaxStrip is chemical-free and non-UV, producing the safest and highest quality produce.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're talking about the future of weed control on this episode. Listen to Andrew Diprose, CEO of RootWave and Director of Communities at Agri-TechE Becky Dodds talk through what's driving the change to non-chemical control, what options are out there and the technology RootWave are taking out to the field.RootWave kills weeds using electricity to give better weed control at a lower cost than chemical herbicides whilst protecting our health and the environment. Designed for vineyards, orchards and bush fruit – the RootWave eWeeder kills all weeds and their roots. eWeeding generates heat within the weed and root, killing it instantly.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Bonn, Aethr Associates features in this episode, sharing tips to address climate risk, reduce carbon footprint and boost resilience with Belinda Clarke - our Director.With the imperative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change, decarbonisation has become a central focus for the industry.Emphasising the need for proactive adaptation, Aethr Associates underscores the importance of staying ahead of evolving legislation through robust carbon reporting frameworks. Their advisory service empowers businesses to adopt sustainable practices, reducing their impact on the environment, but not profitability. Aethr believe in a future where business success and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bhavnita (Bhav) Patel is a Sector Development Manager - Agri-Food and the Manufacturing Technology Centre. In this episode Communities Director Becky Dodds chats to Bhav about some of the barriers facing scale-ups in Agri-Tech, how we can de-risk adoption of technologies, and also some of the lessons learned from other industries that MTC work with that we could use in agriculture.The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) develops and proves innovative manufacturing processes and technologies in an agile, low risk environment, in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions. The MTC’s areas of expertise are directly relevant to both large and small companies, and are applicable across a wide range of industry sectors. MTC are always looking to challenge the boundaries of manufacturing in the UK.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

B-hive Managing Director Vidyanath (Vee) Gururajan joins Agri-TechE's Director of Communities Becky Dodds to take a look at the B-hive journey bringing technology from all disciplines to agriculture.The B-hive Team is made up of experienced science, engineering and project management professionals, supported by a commercialisation team, with in-depth knowledge and experience solving real day to day issues in the fresh produce and agricultural industry.A key component of B-hives ethos is collaboration. They have worked with many different businesses to create innovative solutions as well as with a number of universities, such as The University of West England, Harper Adams University and The University of Manchester, to research and develop new methods for tackling the problems facing the agriculture industry.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Chris Burnett, Senior Associate at Birkett Long, joins Laura Bouvet, Knowledge Exchange Manager at Agri-TechE, to talk all things innovation.The firm has a long-term commitment to agriculture and our agriculture and estates solicitors are informed and proactive; they understand the demands and requirements placed on those operating in the rural sector. As a client you can expect a thorough understanding of rural issues, and to provide seamless advice on all aspects of your business. With the increasing use and application of technology within both our personal and working lives, Birkett Long’s lawyers have decades of experience in dealing with a variety of technical fields, including biotechnology, biochemistry, mechanical engineering, software and low-tech innovations. Their Intellectual Property (IP) specialists can help you to understand the different items of IP which may be appropriate to the operation of your business.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Rob Gowers, Senior Lecturer At ARU Writtle with a focus on the MBA in Agribusiness.The newly formed merged entity of ANglia Ruskin University and Writtle University College will embody a blend of tradition and modernity. The rich heritage and expertise of Writtle University College will combine with the cutting-edge resources and facilities of Anglia Ruskin University, creating a vibrant hub of learning and discovery. The campuses of both institutions will serve as the foundation for a unified and collaborative environment, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose among students, faculty, and industry partners.One of the primary goals of this merger is to attract businesses that can engage across the research base with a focus on food systems, particularly in the realm of agritech. We are seeking partnerships with businesses that are driven by a commitment to sustainability, technological advancement, and the enhancement of agricultural practices that can have real world impacts and create value. The ideal businesses for engagement are those that are dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technologies and scientific advancements to optimise crop production, improve resource efficiency, and mitigate environmental impact.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hear from Andrew Blenkiron, Managing Director of Elveden Estates. Andrew talks about how to get technology adopted on farm, making the most of the data you have, and what's been the gamechanger on farms over the past 10 years.Elveden is a 22,500 acre country estate, of which over 10,000 acres is farmland - largest ring-fenced arable farm in lowland Britain. The farm specialises in the production of vegetables especially potatoes, onions, carrots and parsnips which dominate their farming. Around 6% of the UK’s onions are grown at Elveden! They also grow cereals such as rye, barley and wheat to balance the rotation. More rye is grown at Elveden than on any other farm in the UK.Consistency of quality and volume is achieved through the application of the highest levels of science and technology. Irrigation, mechanisation and a highly skilled production team are key to their success. The team are passionate about environmentally-responsible farming and work hard to ensure that biodiversity at Elveden thrives alongside farming practices. This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Bouvet, Agri-TechE's Knowledge Exchange Manager, speaks to Dan Evans in this episode of our Back to the Future project.Dan is is a Lecturer in Soil Formation at Cranfield University. He leads both fundamental and applied research on soil formation and the parent materials from which soil is formed. His work focuses on the interactions between parent materials and soils, how soil parent materials support soil ecosystem services, and the natural and anthropogenic threats to the parent material zone. He also studies how soil formation can be accelerated, such as the manufacturing of new soils for urban green infrastructure.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke chats to Jodi Bartin, CEO of Citicourt & Co. They discuss how the last few years have caused disruption to the financial services sector, and where the future of agri-tech finance could go.Citicourt & Co is a leader in providing a wide range of quality corporate finance advisory services, M&A advice and a full range of transactions. They provide sell-side M&A advisory and complex dual-transaction advisory services for clients who would benefit from either investment in or a merger/ sale of their businesses. They advise on the best strategic options and the most appropriate acquisitions for clients, these include businesses, businesses within businesses, private and listed companies, government agencies, private individuals and families.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Agri-TechE Director Belinda Clarke interviews Megan Vasko, Programme Manager at AbacusBio.AbacusBio are international leaders in the application of science and technology in agriculture, horticulture, and aquaculture. They combine science and business expertise to grow clients’ revenue and profit. Their consultants work globally on industry-leading initiatives across the primary food supply chain, with specific skill-sets in biological and data science, production system economics, strategy and investment, and technology. Their global reach gives the company a technical and strategic view of a wide range of challenges facing primary food production.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knowledge Exchange Manage Laura Bouvet is joined by Roz Bird, Chief Executive of Norwich Research Park.Norwich Research Park is one of the 5 BBSRC Research and Innovation Campuses in the UK. It’s the only one in the UK with 4 research institutes, a university, and a hospital all on one single site. With strong research into grand challenges like food security and climate and a key focus on enterprise and community, the park is an ideal place for businesses to move to or collaborate with.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations.Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Director of Commities Becky Dodds talks to Tom Ludwig of NatureMetrics - an Earthshot Prize Finalist in 2024.NatureMetrics is a world leader in delivering nature data and intelligence, deploying cutting-edge technology to generate biodiversity insights at scale using environmental DNA (eDNA), Earth Observation (EO) and advanced data science and AI. The Nature Intelligence Platform is transforming how businesses report their nature impact, bringing a scalable solution to biodiversity monitoring, equipping global businesses for new nature reporting commitments.This episode forms part of our Back to the Future project, for Agri-TechE's 10th birthday celebrations. Song: TVARI - Tokyo Cafe Video Link:    • TVARI - Tokyo Cafe  | Vlog No Copyrig...   Vloggers Essential:- https://tvari.fanlink.to/ve Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.