Digital Ag Global

What is computer vision in agriculture, and what are its practical applications? We are talking about the real use cases for farmers, real challenges, and solutions on the market. The most pressing and inconvenient topics you need to know to apply computer vision with the most benefits. 🎤 Meet the speakers:🔹 Clyde GrahamAg Consultant based in Ottawa, Qaltivate’s local partner in Canada and co-host of Digital Ag Global.🔹 Yurii KovalchukCEO of Qaltivate and co-host, bringing a technology and product perspective on AgTech innovation.🔹 Craig GanssleCEO & Founder of Farmwave, applying computer vision for agriculture in real-world farming operations.

🔴 In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we explore how financial innovation can unlock growth across the agri-food value chain.🎙️ Our guest speakerOluwadara (Dara) Adekunle, Founder of Farmties Capital LimitedDara Adekunle is a development finance professional with over 10 years of experience across agribusiness, renewable energy, and investment development.She is the founder of Farmties Capital, a firm focused on innovative financing and market access solutions for agribusinesses across emerging markets.📍 What We’ll Discuss1. How Farmties originally started as an AgTech platform2. Why technology alone couldn’t solve the biggest barriers in agriculture3. Financing the Agri-Food Value Chain4. Where financing gaps appear across the value chain5. How financial innovation can unlock participation in global commodity markets🚀 Join the Conversation

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we’re talking about commodities in the agri-food value chain with Dmitry Mykhalchuk, Partner at GrainTrack.Commodities sit at the center of how modern agri-food markets work — from farm gate to processors, traders, and global buyers. But behind the headlines about prices and markets, there is a much more practical layer: data, logistics, contracts, risk management, and day-to-day operational decisions.Together with Dmitry, we’ll discuss:How commodity flows really move through the agri-food value chainWhere the biggest operational and data bottlenecks appear todayHow companies think about transparency, tracking, and control in commodity operationsWhat role digital tools play in making these processes more predictable and manageableAnd what changes matter in practice for producers, traders, and agri-food businessesThis is a practical conversation for people working in agriculture, food processing, trading, and agri-tech who want a clearer view of how commodity value chains actually function — and where technology and better data can make a real difference.

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we explore how machine learning and AI are changing the landscape of food logistics — from forecasting demand to improving decision-making across the supply chain.Our hosts are joined by Jan-Willem Snoeker, Founder & CEO of Merqato, a company applying AI and data science to the fruit and vegetable industry. The conversation looks at how food demand forecasting is evolving, why forecasting remains one of the biggest challenges in food logistics heading into 2026, and how AI-driven approaches can improve pricing, volume planning, and sustainability outcomes.We discuss the role of AI demand forecasting, the limitations of traditional planning methods, and how modern food demand forecasting software helps businesses respond to volatile markets, shifting consumer behavior, and operational constraints. The episode also touches on the broader impact of data, machine learning, and forecasting accuracy on profitability and resilience in food supply chains.This discussion is relevant for food producers, logistics providers, wholesalers, retailers, and AgTech professionals interested in the future of AI-powered food logistics and smarter, more sustainable supply chains.

🎄 Happy Holidays from Digital Ag Global | Agriculture Podcast Year in Review 🌍As the year comes to a close, the hosts of Digital Ag Global — Yurii Kovalchuk and Clyde Graham — take a moment to reflect on the biggest conversations, insights, and lessons from the world of digital agriculture.In this special holiday edition of our agriculture podcast, we look back at a year shaped by innovation, AI in agriculture, smart farming technologies, data-driven decision-making, and real voices from the field. From AgTech startups to enterprise solutions, our discussions explored how technology is transforming farming, food systems, and the future of agriculture worldwide.This video is also our way of saying thank you — to our guests, partners, and listeners who joined us throughout the year and helped make Digital Ag Global a trusted space for open, practical conversations about agricultural technology.🎁 In this Christmas podcast episode, you’ll find:A short year-in-review from Digital Ag GlobalReflections on AI in agriculture and digital transformationHoliday greetings to the global agriculture and AgTech communityA look ahead at what’s coming next for the podcastWhether you’re a farmer, AgTech founder, agronomist, or technology leader, we hope this message leaves you inspired going into the new year.🌱 Thank you for being part of our journey.Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and see you in the new year with more insights from the field.

The November episode of the Digital Ag Global podcast will cover farm management.Topic: From Farm Management to Farm Intelligence: The New Competitive EdgeOur guest:Guy Sela, CEO of yieldsApp and owner of Cropaia, is a seasoned agtech entrepreneur with over 24 years of experience transforming the global agriculture industry. With deep expertise in agronomy, water treatment, and business development, he has held leadership roles including Founder, CEO, and Vice President, consistently driving innovation and sustainable progress across the food and agriculture sectors.📅 Date & Time:November 25, 2025, on LinkedIn Live and YouTube.📍 Format:Live podcast + audience Q&A.The recording will be available on YouTube and Spotify.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@digitalagglobalpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0QVobrOUt52jt12XH5dQMs?si=7d8b321d9b6048d3

The agricultural technology sector is innovating at record speed — from SaaS platforms and precision hardware to biological inputs and digital advisory tools. Yet, one question remains universal for every AgTech startup, scale-up, and investor: what is a go-to-market strategy that actually works in this industry?In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we dive deep into the go-to-market strategy framework for AgTech businesses. Is there a repeatable GTM playbook — or does each launch require a tailored approach? We'll unpack real-world go-to-market strategy examples, discuss how to build a go-to-market strategy for different innovation types, and explore what makes AgTech unique compared to traditional SaaS go-to-market strategies.🧭 Key Themes We’ll ExploreDefining GTM in AgTech: What is a go-to-market strategy definition when applied to complex agricultural value chains?Market Validation: How to balance product fit with ecosystem fit through pilots, partnerships, and on-farm demos.Geography & Innovation: How much of your GTM can you “copy-paste” across markets, and where must you localize?Frameworks vs. Flexibility: Using go-to-market strategy templates wisely while staying adaptable.Real-World Lessons: GTM success stories, failures, and practical consulting insights from industry veterans.🎙 Our SpeakersEvert Hamblok, Founder, We Are Hey (Belgium)Raised on a farm and trained as a biologist, Evert has built his career across consulting, metals recycling, and biological crop protection at Koppert. Today, his teams help AgTech innovators build and execute go-to-market strategies, leveraging his experience in M&A, partnerships, and commercialization.Diletta Di Iorio, Strategic Consultant (Italy)With over 10 years of experience in agriculture, innovation, and international development, Diletta advises startups and organizations on market entry, positioning, and growth. She specializes in go-to-market strategy consulting for AgTech companies navigating complex regulatory and cultural landscapes.📌 Why Join This EpisodeWhether you're an AgTech founder, investor, or innovation leader, this conversation will provide practical GTM strategy templates, real examples, and insider perspectives on how to bring agricultural innovations to market successfully. From SaaS go-to-market strategy to launching biological solutions internationally, you'll learn how to build a go-to-market strategy that fits your product, geography, and customers.💡 Gtm meaning in AgTech isn’t just about marketing, it’s about how you align stakeholders, validate value on farms, and scale sustainably.👉 Join us live to ask your questions, challenge assumptions, and learn from leading GTM strategists in AgTech.🎧 Digital Ag Global is the podcast where technology meets agriculture. Brought to you by Qaltivate. 

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, Yurii and Clyde sit down with Andrew Bawden from farms.com to trace the journey of agricultural media, from its earliest steps online to the farmer-first innovations shaping the industry today. Listeners will hear how a single platform once changed the way farmers connected, how ag podcasts became a trusted voice in the field, and which technologies might actually move the needle for producers in the coming years.It’s part history lesson, part insider perspective, and part future-casting — with just enough surprising takes to keep you guessing until the end. 

What happens when cutting-edge artificial intelligence steps into the apple orchard?In this episode of Digital Ag Global, co-hosts Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk sit down with Dr. Maryna Kuzmenko, an AgTech innovator with nearly a decade of experience applying AI to real-world farming challenges. From predictive yield models to drone-powered disease detection, Maryna shares how deep learning and computer vision are reshaping the decisions farmers make every day, and why the story of AI in agriculture is more than just hype.🌱 What you’ll learn in this episode:1. What AI actually means in the AgTech context - beyond the buzz2. Real-world applications in apple orchards: from precision spraying to yield forecasting3. A case study from Maryna’s work on Petiole Pro - and how it impacted farmers’ ROI4. Common pitfalls: data quality issues, model overfitting, farmer trust, and ethical concerns5. Practical insights on deploying responsible AI in agriculture🎤 About our guest:Dr. Maryna Kuzmenko is the force behind Petiole Pro, a globally recognized platform for plant phenotyping and food quality analysis using AI. Her work has earned awards and grants from Innovate UK and the European Union and she's a leading voice in the Women in Innovation community.Maryna also shares her knowledge widely - including through her Udemy course on AI in agriculture: https://www.udemy.com/course/ai-in-agriculture/

What does it really take to launch, lead, and scale a successful AgTech company in today’s market?In this episode of Digital Ag Global Spotlight, hosts Yurii Kovalchuk (CEO at Qaltivate) and Clyde Graham from Keystown Solutions are joined by Remi Schmaltz, a serial AgTech founder, CEO of Brilliant Harvest, and General Partner at Koan Capital.Together, they unpack the founder mindset—what drives successful innovation in agriculture, what pitfalls to avoid, and why resilience, timing, and trust in the team matter more than ever. Expect honest insights from both the operating and investment sides of the table.Whether you're an AgTech founder, investor, or innovation leader in the agri-food space, this episode delivers actionable advice and candid perspectives you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, hosts Clyde and Yurii take a hard look at what sets successful AgTech startups apart in today’s evolving landscape. With guest Susanne Cork, Director of Ottawa Innovation Farm, the conversation dives into key insights from the field:Common startup missteps in the AgTech spaceWhy farmer engagement and usability matter more than flashy featuresThe go-to-market models gaining traction in 2025Traits of high-performing teams: from resilience to local validationHonest reasons why many AgTech startups fail—and how to avoid those trapsThis episode is packed with practical advice and grounded insights for founders, product teams, and investors working to make a lasting impact in agriculture.

🔥 What’s hot and what’s not in AgTech? In our latest Digital Ag Global episode, we break down the trends, the hype, and the hard truths shaping agriculture technology in 2025.🎙️ Hosted by Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk from Qaltivate, joined by guest expert Jack Ellis from Cleantech Group — we dive into:🌱 What’s gaining traction: from carbon tracking to precision livestock ❄️ What’s cooling off: like vertical farming and blockchain food traceability 🚀 What to watch next: micro AgTech, ag APIs, and on-farm efficiency tools

Digital Ag Global – Episode 9, From Skepticism to Scale: Unlocking AgTech AdoptionJoin us for Episode 9 of Digital Ag Global, where we unpack the human side of AgTech adoption—from trust-building and onboarding to go-to-market strategy and long-term impact.🎤 Featuring: 🔹 Raphael Jung – CEO & Co-founder of Sproot, a Swiss AgTech startup empowering outgrower networks in AfricaHosted by Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk, this episode delivers real-world insights for AgTech founders, investors, and innovators navigating the adoption journey.

s AI in agriculture living up to its promises, or is it just another tech trend? Join us for an insightful discussion, as we dive into the real impact of AI on farming—what’s working, what’s just hype, and where the real ROI lies.🗣️ Hosted by:🎙️ Clyde Graham – AgTech expert and industry strategist from Keystown Solutions🎙️ Yurii Kovalchuk – CEO of Qaltivate, driving innovation in digital agriculture🔥 Our expert speakers:🚜 Hassan Halawy – CEO of Elite Agritech Division, leading agricultural development across the EEMEA region. With expertise in precision AgTech, digital transformation, and sustainable food security, Hassan has been a speaker at COP16, Expo 2020 Dubai, and Vision France in Bercy Paris. He bridges the gap between agriculture and emerging technologies, ensuring real-world impact.🌾 Tom Gauthier – Founder of AgTechLogic, a precision AgTech innovator with a chemical engineering background and 30 years of global consulting experience. A US Army Special Forces veteran and patented inventor, Tom has advised companies like Archer Daniels Midland, Wal-Mart, and Merck on sustainable solutions. His work is shaping a smarter, more efficient agricultural future.

We’ve taken you to smart farms in Nebraska, explored cutting-edge innovations in Canada—and now we’re heading to Africa, where AgTech is transforming the future of farming. 🚜🌱In this episode, we’ll uncover how technology is reshaping agriculture across the continent, from mobile-powered mechanization to solar irrigation and improved market access. Join us for a deep dive into the unique challenges, breakthroughs, and opportunities in African agriculture—insights that matter whether you’re farming in Lagos or leading a tech team in Silicon Valley.🎙️ Special Guests:🔹 Folu Okunade – COO at Hello Tractor | Bridging the gap for smallholder farmers through accessible mechanization.🔹 Jerry Oche – CEO at Zowasel | Empowering African agribusinesses with data-driven market access and sustainability.🔹 Tom Vranken – Director of Innovations at SunCulture | Delivering solar-powered irrigation to improve productivity and resilience.🎧 Tune in to hear how African AgTech is setting new trends in sustainable, scalable, and inclusive farming—innovation that has the potential to influence global agricultural practices.

🎙 Join our hosts, Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk, as they dive into the challenges and opportunities of innovation in agriculture with leaders from Canada and the U.S.:🌟 Scott Ross – Executive Director of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture🌟 Brandon Hunnicutt – Partner at HUNNICUTT FARMS🗣 These industry experts will explore:✅ How farmers perceive new AgTech solutions✅ Bridging the gap between cutting-edge innovations and real-world farming needs✅ Challenges and opportunities shaping the future of agriculture📩 Have questions for our speakers? Share them before or during the live session and be part of the conversation!

We’re thrilled to introduce our new feature on Digital Ag Global: Digital Ag Global Spotlight, where we interview C-level executives who are driving the digital transformation of the agri-food value chain.This festive episode features a remarkable guest, Matt Wampler, CEO of ClearCOGS, in conversation with our hosts, Yurii Kovalchuk and Clyde Graham. Together, they explore digital solutions for optimizing the agri-food value chain, highlighting how technology can revolutionize operations and unlock profitability. About Our Guest Matt is an ex-operator turned tech-founder. He spent close to a decade as a Jimmy Johns franchisee winning awards for Highest COMP and Highest Sales Increase in the chain. Matt is currently the CEO of ClearCOGS with the mission to empower restaurants with the information they need to run more smoothly and profitably. He's deeply passionate about the industry and is hyper-focused on bridging the gap between the potential of AI and the everyday realities of running a restaurant. Why You Should Tune In This episode kicks off our new Spotlight series with valuable insights for anyone in the agri-food or restaurant industries, as well as tech enthusiasts keen to understand how AI and digital innovations are reshaping the food value chain. Learn more about ClearCOGS https://www.clearcogs.com Visit Qaltivate https://qaltivate.com/

Join hosts Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk as they delve into the dynamic world of AgTech investments with special guests Chris Rawley, CEO of Harvest Returns, and Ben Williamson, Managing Director at Grit Road Partners. This episode explores the challenges early-stage AgTech startups face in securing funding, what investors prioritize in today’s market, and how startups can stand out to capture attention. Whether you're an entrepreneur or investor, this conversation offers actionable insights into navigating the evolving AgTech investment landscape. As the discussion looks ahead to 2025, our panelists share bold predictions on emerging trends and assess whether the industry is shifting towards a more cautious funding environment. With expert advice, real-world success stories, and a forward-thinking outlook, this episode provides a fresh perspective on the future of digital transformation in agriculture. Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of what’s next for AgTech innovation!

In this episode, we’re diving deep into Animal Tech and exploring how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the livestock and meat industries.Meet our esteemed guests:Dr. Shari van de Pol, CEO of CATTLEyticsSebastian Victorica, CEO and Co-Founder of UBIMeatOur hosts, Clyde Graham, an experienced agri-business consultant from Keystown Solutions Inc., and Yurii Kovalchuk, CEO of Qaltivate, guide the conversation.We welcome your questions, which can be sent via DM to us on LinkedIn, posted in the comment section of this event, or emailed to [email protected] before, during, and after the podcast.

In this episode, we have discussions with experts who have hands-on experience in smart farm technologies and work directly in the agriculture industry. Our guests share their knowledge, experiences, and practical insights on how these technologies are being applied today and the opportunities ahead in AgTech for 2025. Listeners have a unique opportunity to ask questions and engage with our experts. 🎙️ Dan Lussier – Director, Canadian Agri-Food Data Initiative at EMILI 🎙️Sam Watson Jones – Managing Director, Howle Manor Group Tune in to hear about the most recent advancements and what's next in AgTech! 

Welcome to Digital Ag Global - your go-to podcast for all things AgTech! We are thrilled to introduce our brand-new podcast series, Digital Ag Global, where we talk about the ever-evolving world of AgTech! This podcast is designed for everyone passionate about the digital transformation in agriculture. The speakers and guests of this episode are: ⁠Clyde Graham⁠, an agri-business consultant from Keystown Solutions Inc., with years of experience in helping agribusinesses thrive.⁠Yurii Kovalchuk⁠, the CEO of ⁠Qaltivate⁠, a leading AgTech company dedicated to digitalizing agribusinesses for a sustainable future.This episode’s highly-esteemed expert is ⁠Leonardus Vergütz⁠, Chief Innovation Officer at OCP Group. Tune in to Digital Ag Global!