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	<googleplay:description>This weekly podcast dives into the agbioscience sector, where agriculture, life sciences innovation and cutting-edge technology converge. Agbioscience is an in-depth conversation with leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs across food, animal health. plant science and agtech. Learn more about industry innovation and where it's heading from those leading the way.</googleplay:description>
	<description>This weekly podcast dives into the agbioscience sector, where agriculture, life sciences innovation and cutting-edge technology converge. Agbioscience is an in-depth conversation with leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs across food, animal health. plant science and agtech. Learn more about industry innovation and where it's heading from those leading the way.</description>
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			<itunes:summary>This weekly podcast dives into the agbioscience sector, where agriculture, life sciences innovation and cutting-edge technology converge. Agbioscience is an in-depth conversation with leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs across food, animal health. plant science and agtech. Learn more about industry innovation and where it's heading from those leading the way.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>424. Christy Wright recaps April, new Corteva leadership announcements, BiomEdit foundational patents, Purdue student innovators, Velocity applications and more!</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/424-christy-wright-recaps-april-new-corteva-leadership-announcements-biomedit-foundational-patents-purdue-student-innovators-velocity-applications-and-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[April was a news-filled month with business announcements, student innovators and AgriNovus programs off and running! AgriNovus CEO Christy Wright and Vice President Libby Fritz join Cayla in the studio to recap the month. Highlights include: Corteva Unveiling New Leadership for New Corteva and SpinCoBiomEdit Secures Foundational Patents for Engineered Probiotic Platform Positioned to Redefine Animal Health, Multispecies PotentialSoySeal Takes Home Top Prize at Purdue University's Student Soybean Innovation CompetitionAgriNovus Velocity to Focus on Priority Areas for Indiana’s Agbioscience FutureQuadrant Returns on May 13 Focused on $1B in One Health Investment in Indiana; Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[April was a news-filled month with business announcements, student innovators and AgriNovus programs off and running! AgriNovus CEO Christy Wright and Vice President Libby Fritz join Cayla in the studio to recap the month. Highlights include: Corteva Unveiling New Leadership for New Corteva and SpinCoBiomEdit Secures Foundational Patents for Engineered Probiotic Platform Positioned to Redefine Animal Health, Multispecies PotentialSoySeal Takes Home Top Prize at Purdue University's Student Soybean Innovation CompetitionAgriNovus Velocity to Focus on Priority Areas for Indiana’s Agbioscience FutureQuadrant Returns on May 13 Focused on $1B in One Health Investment in Indiana; Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[April was a news-filled month with business announcements, student innovators and AgriNovus programs off and running! AgriNovus CEO Christy Wright and Vice President Libby Fritz join Cayla in the studio to recap the month. Highlights include: Corteva Unveiling New Leadership for New Corteva and SpinCoBiomEdit Secures Foundational Patents for Engineered Probiotic Platform Positioned to Redefine Animal Health, Multispecies PotentialSoySeal Takes Home Top Prize at Purdue University's Student Soybean Innovation CompetitionAgriNovus Velocity to Focus on Priority Areas for Indiana’s Agbioscience FutureQuadrant Returns on May 13 Focused on $1B in One Health Investment in Indiana; Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>April was a news-filled month with business announcements, student innovators and AgriNovus programs off and running! AgriNovus CEO Christy Wright and Vice President Libby Fritz join Cayla in the studio to recap the month. Highlights include: Corteva Unv</itunes:summary>
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		<title>423. AgrIInstitute&amp;rsquo;s Beth Archer on building a leadership ecosystem, the power of different industry voices in one room + delivering consistency in an industry of constant change</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[From industry trailblazers to academic leaders, policymakers to journalists, AgrIInstitute has served as a platform for leadership development in Indiana’s agbioscience ecosystem for over 40 years. Executive Director Beth Archer joins us this week and provides tremendous perspective on how you build an ecosystem of strong leaders: by convening and facilitating communication among a diverse group of interests and specialties across a vast, but collaborative industry. Highlights include:  The work Beth leads at AgrIInstitute and how the organization serves the agbioscience ecosystem What gaps were identified by Indiana state leaders that led to its founding and how the organization has evolved to meet the needs of today’s industry Wrapping up Agricultural Leadership Program (ALP) Class 21 and how Beth’s differentiated approach to the program has kept it so successful over the years The balancing act of delivering consistent leadership development when industry is in a state of constant change What challenges and headwinds business leaders in the industry are facing as they look to the future and how organizations like AgrIInstitute enable relief in those areas Leadership skills Beth thinks will be most critical over the next decade and how ALP is cultivating those skills inside of its programming Beth’s incoming Class 22 for ALP and what set these individuals apart as they went through the application and interview process Agbioscience’s biggest opportunity right now when it comes to growing and developing young leaders What’s ahead for AgrIInstitute in 2026 that has Beth most excited  A special congratulations to all of the newly announced ALP members and especially AgriNovus’ very own Karis Witte, who was accepted into Class 22! ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From industry trailblazers to academic leaders, policymakers to journalists, AgrIInstitute has served as a platform for leadership development in Indiana’s agbioscience ecosystem for over 40 years. Executive Director Beth Archer joins us this week and provides tremendous perspective on how you build an ecosystem of strong leaders: by convening and facilitating communication among a diverse group of interests and specialties across a vast, but collaborative industry. Highlights include:  The work Beth leads at AgrIInstitute and how the organization serves the agbioscience ecosystem What gaps were identified by Indiana state leaders that led to its founding and how the organization has evolved to meet the needs of today’s industry Wrapping up Agricultural Leadership Program (ALP) Class 21 and how Beth’s differentiated approach to the program has kept it so successful over the years The balancing act of delivering consistent leadership development when industry is in a state of constant change What challenges and headwinds business leaders in the industry are facing as they look to the future and how organizations like AgrIInstitute enable relief in those areas Leadership skills Beth thinks will be most critical over the next decade and how ALP is cultivating those skills inside of its programming Beth’s incoming Class 22 for ALP and what set these individuals apart as they went through the application and interview process Agbioscience’s biggest opportunity right now when it comes to growing and developing young leaders What’s ahead for AgrIInstitute in 2026 that has Beth most excited  A special congratulations to all of the newly announced ALP members and especially AgriNovus’ very own Karis Witte, who was accepted into Class 22! ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From industry trailblazers to academic leaders, policymakers to journalists, AgrIInstitute has served as a platform for leadership development in Indiana’s agbioscience ecosystem for over 40 years. Executive Director Beth Archer joins us this week and provides tremendous perspective on how you build an ecosystem of strong leaders: by convening and facilitating communication among a diverse group of interests and specialties across a vast, but collaborative industry. Highlights include:  The work Beth leads at AgrIInstitute and how the organization serves the agbioscience ecosystem What gaps were identified by Indiana state leaders that led to its founding and how the organization has evolved to meet the needs of today’s industry Wrapping up Agricultural Leadership Program (ALP) Class 21 and how Beth’s differentiated approach to the program has kept it so successful over the years The balancing act of delivering consistent leadership development when industry is in a state of constant change What challenges and headwinds business leaders in the industry are facing as they look to the future and how organizations like AgrIInstitute enable relief in those areas Leadership skills Beth thinks will be most critical over the next decade and how ALP is cultivating those skills inside of its programming Beth’s incoming Class 22 for ALP and what set these individuals apart as they went through the application and interview process Agbioscience’s biggest opportunity right now when it comes to growing and developing young leaders What’s ahead for AgrIInstitute in 2026 that has Beth most excited  A special congratulations to all of the newly announced ALP members and especially AgriNovus’ very own Karis Witte, who was accepted into Class 22! ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From industry trailblazers to academic leaders, policymakers to journalists, AgrIInstitute has served as a platform for leadership development in Indiana’s agbioscience ecosystem for over 40 years. Executive Director Beth Archer joins us this week and p</itunes:summary>
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		<title>422. Davide Dantonio on gBETA agbioscience, emerging startup innovation trends + connecting university research to startup development</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/422-davide-dantonio-on-gbeta-agbioscience-emerging-startup-innovation-trends-connecting-university-research-to-startup-development/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Enabling startup success is what grows innovative ecosystems to their full potential. From perfecting pitches to finding mentors and understanding product/market fit, a great accelerator sets itself apart from a good one in big and differentiated ways. This week, we are joined by gener8tor Program Director Davide Dantonio to talk Indiana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, agbioscience growth and helping founders find their footing. Highlights include: Gener8tor's work with startups and founders and how they serve the entpreneurial ecosystem The organization’s widespread reach – both geographically and in terms of industry verticals – and how that creates their approach to working with early-stage innovators The gBETA Agbioscience that Davide’s team leads in Indiana and how it’s evolved over the years to meet the needs of a changing industry Some of the cohort’s success stories and how Indiana is producing differentiated, impactful work for the agbiosciences on a global scale Emerging trends in agbisocience that Davide sees and how early-stage innovators are jumping in to solve challenges through market opportunity The upcoming gBETA Winter Cohort and its applicant set, growing interest in the program and where the startup winds are taking the accelerator this year How Indiana’s university system has contributed to a base of startup innovators for gener8tor Where Davide sees untapped potential or room for growth when it comes to connectivity between university research and startup development What’s ahead for gener8tor in 2026  gBETA is hosting an Indiana Showcase on the Future of Mobility, Agbioscience and much more at Tinker House Events on April 30 from 4:30 – 7:00 PM. Register here to attend: https://luma.com/fl0erwho   ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Enabling startup success is what grows innovative ecosystems to their full potential. From perfecting pitches to finding mentors and understanding product/market fit, a great accelerator sets itself apart from a good one in big and differentiated ways. This week, we are joined by gener8tor Program Director Davide Dantonio to talk Indiana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, agbioscience growth and helping founders find their footing. Highlights include: Gener8tor's work with startups and founders and how they serve the entpreneurial ecosystem The organization’s widespread reach – both geographically and in terms of industry verticals – and how that creates their approach to working with early-stage innovators The gBETA Agbioscience that Davide’s team leads in Indiana and how it’s evolved over the years to meet the needs of a changing industry Some of the cohort’s success stories and how Indiana is producing differentiated, impactful work for the agbiosciences on a global scale Emerging trends in agbisocience that Davide sees and how early-stage innovators are jumping in to solve challenges through market opportunity The upcoming gBETA Winter Cohort and its applicant set, growing interest in the program and where the startup winds are taking the accelerator this year How Indiana’s university system has contributed to a base of startup innovators for gener8tor Where Davide sees untapped potential or room for growth when it comes to connectivity between university research and startup development What’s ahead for gener8tor in 2026  gBETA is hosting an Indiana Showcase on the Future of Mobility, Agbioscience and much more at Tinker House Events on April 30 from 4:30 – 7:00 PM. Register here to attend: https://luma.com/fl0erwho   ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Enabling startup success is what grows innovative ecosystems to their full potential. From perfecting pitches to finding mentors and understanding product/market fit, a great accelerator sets itself apart from a good one in big and differentiated ways. This week, we are joined by gener8tor Program Director Davide Dantonio to talk Indiana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, agbioscience growth and helping founders find their footing. Highlights include: Gener8tor's work with startups and founders and how they serve the entpreneurial ecosystem The organization’s widespread reach – both geographically and in terms of industry verticals – and how that creates their approach to working with early-stage innovators The gBETA Agbioscience that Davide’s team leads in Indiana and how it’s evolved over the years to meet the needs of a changing industry Some of the cohort’s success stories and how Indiana is producing differentiated, impactful work for the agbiosciences on a global scale Emerging trends in agbisocience that Davide sees and how early-stage innovators are jumping in to solve challenges through market opportunity The upcoming gBETA Winter Cohort and its applicant set, growing interest in the program and where the startup winds are taking the accelerator this year How Indiana’s university system has contributed to a base of startup innovators for gener8tor Where Davide sees untapped potential or room for growth when it comes to connectivity between university research and startup development What’s ahead for gener8tor in 2026  gBETA is hosting an Indiana Showcase on the Future of Mobility, Agbioscience and much more at Tinker House Events on April 30 from 4:30 – 7:00 PM. Register here to attend: https://luma.com/fl0erwho   ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Enabling startup success is what grows innovative ecosystems to their full potential. From perfecting pitches to finding mentors and understanding product/market fit, a great accelerator sets itself apart from a good one in big and differentiated ways. Th</itunes:summary>
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		<title>421. Dave Fischer on soil health, regenerative ag + Fischer Farms leveraging AI + automation for direct-to-consumer meat delivery</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From the land to the animals, Dave Fischer has taken a committed approach to the family business. He joins us this week to talk Southern Indiana’s Fischer Farms, his rapid growing natural meat delivery business, the criticality of consumer voice, soil health and beyond.  Highlights include:  The history of Fischer Farms, Dave’s approach to leading the family operation and their scope of service today Regenerative agriculture, soil health and creating an environment where cows are a net positive for sustainability What innovation looks like in practice at Fischer Farms and their differentiated approach across the portfolio  Fischer Farms’ growth story and how Dave has balanced scaling while maintaining innovative and sustainable practices The consumer voice and what Dave believes to be the role of the farmer and food brands in this space when it comes to food’s impact on health Fischer Farms’ retail business, focus on tight supply chain and direct to consumer approach How they’ve designed their retail operation for efficiency to guarantee quality products – while also maintaining their commitment to sustainability What technologies – from AI to automation – are transforming how Fischer Farms is operating their processing and packaging business The pursuit to innovate and find the next opportunity, finding great partners along the way and which organizations make sense for their collaborative approach Fischer Farms’ participation in the Beef Research Project with USDA and what they are aiming to accomplish What is happening this year – and it’s a big facility that cranks out a lot of burgers – and beyond ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From the land to the animals, Dave Fischer has taken a committed approach to the family business. He joins us this week to talk Southern Indiana’s Fischer Farms, his rapid growing natural meat delivery business, the criticality of consumer voice, soil health and beyond.  Highlights include:  The history of Fischer Farms, Dave’s approach to leading the family operation and their scope of service today Regenerative agriculture, soil health and creating an environment where cows are a net positive for sustainability What innovation looks like in practice at Fischer Farms and their differentiated approach across the portfolio  Fischer Farms’ growth story and how Dave has balanced scaling while maintaining innovative and sustainable practices The consumer voice and what Dave believes to be the role of the farmer and food brands in this space when it comes to food’s impact on health Fischer Farms’ retail business, focus on tight supply chain and direct to consumer approach How they’ve designed their retail operation for efficiency to guarantee quality products – while also maintaining their commitment to sustainability What technologies – from AI to automation – are transforming how Fischer Farms is operating their processing and packaging business The pursuit to innovate and find the next opportunity, finding great partners along the way and which organizations make sense for their collaborative approach Fischer Farms’ participation in the Beef Research Project with USDA and what they are aiming to accomplish What is happening this year – and it’s a big facility that cranks out a lot of burgers – and beyond ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From the land to the animals, Dave Fischer has taken a committed approach to the family business. He joins us this week to talk Southern Indiana’s Fischer Farms, his rapid growing natural meat delivery business, the criticality of consumer voice, soil health and beyond.  Highlights include:  The history of Fischer Farms, Dave’s approach to leading the family operation and their scope of service today Regenerative agriculture, soil health and creating an environment where cows are a net positive for sustainability What innovation looks like in practice at Fischer Farms and their differentiated approach across the portfolio  Fischer Farms’ growth story and how Dave has balanced scaling while maintaining innovative and sustainable practices The consumer voice and what Dave believes to be the role of the farmer and food brands in this space when it comes to food’s impact on health Fischer Farms’ retail business, focus on tight supply chain and direct to consumer approach How they’ve designed their retail operation for efficiency to guarantee quality products – while also maintaining their commitment to sustainability What technologies – from AI to automation – are transforming how Fischer Farms is operating their processing and packaging business The pursuit to innovate and find the next opportunity, finding great partners along the way and which organizations make sense for their collaborative approach Fischer Farms’ participation in the Beef Research Project with USDA and what they are aiming to accomplish What is happening this year – and it’s a big facility that cranks out a lot of burgers – and beyond ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From the land to the animals, Dave Fischer has taken a committed approach to the family business. He joins us this week to talk Southern Indiana’s Fischer Farms, his rapid growing natural meat delivery business, the criticality of consumer voice, soil h</itunes:summary>
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		<title>420. American Autonomy&amp;rsquo;s Mariah Scott on the US drone market, better data access for improved tech adoption + farmers defining the future of innovation</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/420-american-autonomys-mariah-scott-on-the-us-drone-market-better-data-access-for-improved-tech-adoption-farmers-defining-the-future-of-innovation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From tightening margins to shifts in the regulatory landscape, growers face a series of headwinds that challenge the success of their operations every year. One constant? Data on the farm. This week, American Autonomy CEO Mariah Scott joins us to talk data as a differentiator and unlocking access in a new American market for drones.  Highlights include: The work American Autonomy is leading to bring drone software to dealers and farmers that sets their businesses apart AcreConnect as the company’s first software platform designed to assist during the spray season, the gaps in the market that led to its creation and how it enables farmer success What’s happening with drones in the current market landscape and how Mariah sees the future changing Regulatory shifts and their impact on technological adoption on farms right now How American Autonomy defines success in this environment and how this evolution in the industry has created new opportunities Leveraging farmer relationships to refine and improve technologies; and the farmer’s role in defining the future of innovation in this space What innovations Mariah sees playing the biggest role in drone imagery and spraying in the future — from AI to automation, sensing technologies and regulatory advancements — and how might they reshape both farm operations and the broader agtech landscape Momentum for the American Autonomy team over the last year and how that’s enabled them to grow and scale in new ways Integrations as a critical driver for the American Autonomy team’s success and how partnerships have created high-quality tech adoption in the field Mariah’s non-traditional ag background and how that’s positioned her to lead in the space thus far How she sees talent evolving and reshaping the agbioscience industry over the next decade What’s ahead for the American Autonomy team in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From tightening margins to shifts in the regulatory landscape, growers face a series of headwinds that challenge the success of their operations every year. One constant? Data on the farm. This week, American Autonomy CEO Mariah Scott joins us to talk data as a differentiator and unlocking access in a new American market for drones.  Highlights include: The work American Autonomy is leading to bring drone software to dealers and farmers that sets their businesses apart AcreConnect as the company’s first software platform designed to assist during the spray season, the gaps in the market that led to its creation and how it enables farmer success What’s happening with drones in the current market landscape and how Mariah sees the future changing Regulatory shifts and their impact on technological adoption on farms right now How American Autonomy defines success in this environment and how this evolution in the industry has created new opportunities Leveraging farmer relationships to refine and improve technologies; and the farmer’s role in defining the future of innovation in this space What innovations Mariah sees playing the biggest role in drone imagery and spraying in the future — from AI to automation, sensing technologies and regulatory advancements — and how might they reshape both farm operations and the broader agtech landscape Momentum for the American Autonomy team over the last year and how that’s enabled them to grow and scale in new ways Integrations as a critical driver for the American Autonomy team’s success and how partnerships have created high-quality tech adoption in the field Mariah’s non-traditional ag background and how that’s positioned her to lead in the space thus far How she sees talent evolving and reshaping the agbioscience industry over the next decade What’s ahead for the American Autonomy team in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From tightening margins to shifts in the regulatory landscape, growers face a series of headwinds that challenge the success of their operations every year. One constant? Data on the farm. This week, American Autonomy CEO Mariah Scott joins us to talk data as a differentiator and unlocking access in a new American market for drones.  Highlights include: The work American Autonomy is leading to bring drone software to dealers and farmers that sets their businesses apart AcreConnect as the company’s first software platform designed to assist during the spray season, the gaps in the market that led to its creation and how it enables farmer success What’s happening with drones in the current market landscape and how Mariah sees the future changing Regulatory shifts and their impact on technological adoption on farms right now How American Autonomy defines success in this environment and how this evolution in the industry has created new opportunities Leveraging farmer relationships to refine and improve technologies; and the farmer’s role in defining the future of innovation in this space What innovations Mariah sees playing the biggest role in drone imagery and spraying in the future — from AI to automation, sensing technologies and regulatory advancements — and how might they reshape both farm operations and the broader agtech landscape Momentum for the American Autonomy team over the last year and how that’s enabled them to grow and scale in new ways Integrations as a critical driver for the American Autonomy team’s success and how partnerships have created high-quality tech adoption in the field Mariah’s non-traditional ag background and how that’s positioned her to lead in the space thus far How she sees talent evolving and reshaping the agbioscience industry over the next decade What’s ahead for the American Autonomy team in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From tightening margins to shifts in the regulatory landscape, growers face a series of headwinds that challenge the success of their operations every year. One constant? Data on the farm. This week, American Autonomy CEO Mariah Scott joins us to talk dat</itunes:summary>
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		<title>419. AgriNovus&#39; Christy Wright recaps March, talks Velocity launch, Indiana&#39;s $1B investment in One Health, CICP&#39;s Catalyst Scholars Fund, Cal-Maine Foods&#39; acquisition + Corteva Catalyst&#39;s investment in Tropic</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/419-agrinovus-christy-wright-recaps-march-talks-velocity-launch-indianas-1b-investment-in-one-health-cicps-catalyst-scholars-fund-cal-maine-foods-acquisition-corteva-catalysts-invest/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our March recap is here and it's a busy one! Highlights include: The launch of AgriNovus research and 2026 Velocity. Apply to participate in this year's cohort here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/Indiana's announcement of a $1B investment in agriculture and bioscience to position the state as a global leader in One Health innovationCICP's launch of the Catalyst Scholars fund focused on advanced chemistry talent, research and commercialization in IndianaCal-Maine Foods' acquisition of Creighton BrothersCorteva Catalysts's investment in gene editing company TropicJoin us for Quadrant on 5/13 in Indianapolis! Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Our March recap is here and it's a busy one! Highlights include: The launch of AgriNovus research and 2026 Velocity. Apply to participate in this year's cohort here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/Indiana's announcement of a $1B investment in agriculture and bioscience to position the state as a global leader in One Health innovationCICP's launch of the Catalyst Scholars fund focused on advanced chemistry talent, research and commercialization in IndianaCal-Maine Foods' acquisition of Creighton BrothersCorteva Catalysts's investment in gene editing company TropicJoin us for Quadrant on 5/13 in Indianapolis! Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Our March recap is here and it's a busy one! Highlights include: The launch of AgriNovus research and 2026 Velocity. Apply to participate in this year's cohort here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/Indiana's announcement of a $1B investment in agriculture and bioscience to position the state as a global leader in One Health innovationCICP's launch of the Catalyst Scholars fund focused on advanced chemistry talent, research and commercialization in IndianaCal-Maine Foods' acquisition of Creighton BrothersCorteva Catalysts's investment in gene editing company TropicJoin us for Quadrant on 5/13 in Indianapolis! Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Our March recap is here and it&#039;s a busy one! Highlights include: The launch of AgriNovus research and 2026 Velocity. Apply to participate in this year&#039;s cohort here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/Indiana&#039;s announcement of a $1B investment in a</itunes:summary>
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		<title>418. Arrowpoint Lab&amp;rsquo;s Tayo Sanders on agbioscience areas ripe for innovation, connecting industry problems with startup opportunity + the launch of AgriNovus&amp;rsquo; Velocity</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/418-arrowpoint-labs-tayo-sanders-on-agbioscience-areas-ripe-for-innovation-connecting-industry-problems-with-startup-opportunity-the-launch-of-agrinovus-velocity/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AgriNovus will release new research today identifying critical challenges ripe for innovation that will serve as the foundation for the 2026 Velocity Accelerator, a six-month program that awards entrepreneurs three separate $25,000 cash prizes for their technology solutions in bioinnovation, farmer-focused innovation and food is health. Joining us on the podcast is Tayo Sanders from Arrowpoint Labs, authors of the study that shape the foundation for this year’s accelerator.  Are you interested in participating in this year's Velocity? Ten teams will be accepted for each track, so space is limited! Apply to participate today: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/ Highlights include:   Tayo’s work at Arrowpoint Labs and who they serve through insights and research The report that his team did for AgriNovus tied to 2026 Velocity, its findings and how it shaped this year’s challenge statements Indiana’s “right to win” across the agricultural value chain, the state’s strongest advantage right now and biggest opportunities to grow A theme in the report that emerges – bridging the gap in innovation among farmer-focused innovation, bioinnovation and food is health Engaging with local, state and national stakeholders to gain insights for this study and how their input provided support or opposition to what had been gathered as existing research The challenges that exist within the food is health space and gaps they identified in the report that could serve as opportunities for startups to innovate for in this year’s accelerator Priorities that were shaped through insights and research on a growing bioeconomy and how entrepreneurs can tackle the challenge being presented in that track for Velocity The value of connecting innovators at the farmgate to create new technologies that impact ROI and help develop new companies that can grow and scale through a program like Velocity What excites Tayo the most about this report and its potential to inform and inspire new innovation ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[AgriNovus will release new research today identifying critical challenges ripe for innovation that will serve as the foundation for the 2026 Velocity Accelerator, a six-month program that awards entrepreneurs three separate $25,000 cash prizes for their technology solutions in bioinnovation, farmer-focused innovation and food is health. Joining us on the podcast is Tayo Sanders from Arrowpoint Labs, authors of the study that shape the foundation for this year’s accelerator.  Are you interested in participating in this year's Velocity? Ten teams will be accepted for each track, so space is limited! Apply to participate today: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/ Highlights include:   Tayo’s work at Arrowpoint Labs and who they serve through insights and research The report that his team did for AgriNovus tied to 2026 Velocity, its findings and how it shaped this year’s challenge statements Indiana’s “right to win” across the agricultural value chain, the state’s strongest advantage right now and biggest opportunities to grow A theme in the report that emerges – bridging the gap in innovation among farmer-focused innovation, bioinnovation and food is health Engaging with local, state and national stakeholders to gain insights for this study and how their input provided support or opposition to what had been gathered as existing research The challenges that exist within the food is health space and gaps they identified in the report that could serve as opportunities for startups to innovate for in this year’s accelerator Priorities that were shaped through insights and research on a growing bioeconomy and how entrepreneurs can tackle the challenge being presented in that track for Velocity The value of connecting innovators at the farmgate to create new technologies that impact ROI and help develop new companies that can grow and scale through a program like Velocity What excites Tayo the most about this report and its potential to inform and inspire new innovation ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[AgriNovus will release new research today identifying critical challenges ripe for innovation that will serve as the foundation for the 2026 Velocity Accelerator, a six-month program that awards entrepreneurs three separate $25,000 cash prizes for their technology solutions in bioinnovation, farmer-focused innovation and food is health. Joining us on the podcast is Tayo Sanders from Arrowpoint Labs, authors of the study that shape the foundation for this year’s accelerator.  Are you interested in participating in this year's Velocity? Ten teams will be accepted for each track, so space is limited! Apply to participate today: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/ Highlights include:   Tayo’s work at Arrowpoint Labs and who they serve through insights and research The report that his team did for AgriNovus tied to 2026 Velocity, its findings and how it shaped this year’s challenge statements Indiana’s “right to win” across the agricultural value chain, the state’s strongest advantage right now and biggest opportunities to grow A theme in the report that emerges – bridging the gap in innovation among farmer-focused innovation, bioinnovation and food is health Engaging with local, state and national stakeholders to gain insights for this study and how their input provided support or opposition to what had been gathered as existing research The challenges that exist within the food is health space and gaps they identified in the report that could serve as opportunities for startups to innovate for in this year’s accelerator Priorities that were shaped through insights and research on a growing bioeconomy and how entrepreneurs can tackle the challenge being presented in that track for Velocity The value of connecting innovators at the farmgate to create new technologies that impact ROI and help develop new companies that can grow and scale through a program like Velocity What excites Tayo the most about this report and its potential to inform and inspire new innovation ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>AgriNovus will release new research today identifying critical challenges ripe for innovation that will serve as the foundation for the 2026 Velocity Accelerator, a six-month program that awards entrepreneurs three separate $25,000 cash prizes for their t</itunes:summary>
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		<title>417. Ourobio&amp;rsquo;s Alec Brewer on the journey of a startup, bioinnovation&amp;rsquo;s opportunity to reshape traditional industries + contributing to a circular economy</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/417-ourobios-alec-brewer-on-the-journey-of-a-startup-bioinnovations-opportunity-to-reshape-traditional-industries-contributing-to-a-circular-economy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The demand for biobased materials is growing on a global scale, with no signals of that pace slowing any time soon. One startup has leveraged the power of synthetic biology to turn industrial byproducts into biomaterials. This week, Ourobio CEO Alec Brewer joins us to talk the company’s founding, contributing to a circular economy and their innovation process – end-to-end.  Highlights include:  The company’s origin story out of the University of Virginia and how it has evolved Ourobio’s innovation process, end-to-end, that produces bio-based materials Pivoting as an entrepreneur and knowing when they needed to tilt their business model to capture and offer value The Ourobio differentiation, which includes safety, color of pigmentation of polymer and affordability Alec’s perspective on the regulatory environment, what needs to be defined and how this conversation should evolve as this market continues to grow Biggest headwinds Ourobio has faced as a startup and how they’ve navigated their challenges in the early stage  Feedback from companies that are moving to more bio-based materials  Where Alec sees the biggest opportunity for bioinnovation reshape traditional industries in the coming decade  Tools and technologies that have had the greatest impact on accelerating innovation for Ourobio’s scale and precision  How partnerships and collaboration have paved the way for Alec and the Ourobio team’s entrepreneurial success  What success looks like at this stage for the company and what’s ahead for Ourobio that has Alec most excited ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The demand for biobased materials is growing on a global scale, with no signals of that pace slowing any time soon. One startup has leveraged the power of synthetic biology to turn industrial byproducts into biomaterials. This week, Ourobio CEO Alec Brewer joins us to talk the company’s founding, contributing to a circular economy and their innovation process – end-to-end.  Highlights include:  The company’s origin story out of the University of Virginia and how it has evolved Ourobio’s innovation process, end-to-end, that produces bio-based materials Pivoting as an entrepreneur and knowing when they needed to tilt their business model to capture and offer value The Ourobio differentiation, which includes safety, color of pigmentation of polymer and affordability Alec’s perspective on the regulatory environment, what needs to be defined and how this conversation should evolve as this market continues to grow Biggest headwinds Ourobio has faced as a startup and how they’ve navigated their challenges in the early stage  Feedback from companies that are moving to more bio-based materials  Where Alec sees the biggest opportunity for bioinnovation reshape traditional industries in the coming decade  Tools and technologies that have had the greatest impact on accelerating innovation for Ourobio’s scale and precision  How partnerships and collaboration have paved the way for Alec and the Ourobio team’s entrepreneurial success  What success looks like at this stage for the company and what’s ahead for Ourobio that has Alec most excited ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The demand for biobased materials is growing on a global scale, with no signals of that pace slowing any time soon. One startup has leveraged the power of synthetic biology to turn industrial byproducts into biomaterials. This week, Ourobio CEO Alec Brewer joins us to talk the company’s founding, contributing to a circular economy and their innovation process – end-to-end.  Highlights include:  The company’s origin story out of the University of Virginia and how it has evolved Ourobio’s innovation process, end-to-end, that produces bio-based materials Pivoting as an entrepreneur and knowing when they needed to tilt their business model to capture and offer value The Ourobio differentiation, which includes safety, color of pigmentation of polymer and affordability Alec’s perspective on the regulatory environment, what needs to be defined and how this conversation should evolve as this market continues to grow Biggest headwinds Ourobio has faced as a startup and how they’ve navigated their challenges in the early stage  Feedback from companies that are moving to more bio-based materials  Where Alec sees the biggest opportunity for bioinnovation reshape traditional industries in the coming decade  Tools and technologies that have had the greatest impact on accelerating innovation for Ourobio’s scale and precision  How partnerships and collaboration have paved the way for Alec and the Ourobio team’s entrepreneurial success  What success looks like at this stage for the company and what’s ahead for Ourobio that has Alec most excited ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The demand for biobased materials is growing on a global scale, with no signals of that pace slowing any time soon. One startup has leveraged the power of synthetic biology to turn industrial byproducts into biomaterials. This week, Ourobio CEO Alec Brewe</itunes:summary>
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		<title>416. Beck&amp;rsquo;s Hybrids&amp;rsquo; Jim Schwartz on SeedIQ, enabling better on-farm decisions through Practical Farm Research + balancing innovation adoption with risk assessment</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/416-becks-hybrids-jim-schwartz-on-seediq-enabling-better-on-farm-decisions-through-practical-farm-research-balancing-innovation-adoption-with-risk-assessment/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From seed selection to input purchases and beyond, farmers are responsible for a litany of data points that require decisions on their operations each season. Having tools to enable confident, informed decisions isn’t just a “nice to have” in modern production agriculture, it’s imperative. We are joined by Beck’s Hybrids’ Jim Schwartz, Director of Research, Agronomy and Practical Farm Research, to talk about the launch of their new platform – SeedIQ – its capabilities and the dealer, and farmer, mindset heading into a growing season.  Highlights include:  What PFR (Practical Farm Research) does to help farmers grow their operations and how it’s different than other research projects within companies Conversations with growers heading into the planting season; what those entail, how they are preparing and their sentiment given the current headwinds being faced The power of certainty being tied to decision-making and how Jim has seen expectations shift over the years when it comes to seed performance, agronomic support and digital tools The balance of innovation adoption and risk management  “Innovation that matters” and what that means to the Beck’s team, their definition of innovation and its implications beyond ROI Launching SeedIQ, what the platform does and how it better serves dealers and farmers The gaps Jim and the team identified that led them to develop the SeedIQ platform Dealer and grower response to the launch of the tool heading into a growing season What’s ahead for Beck’s this planting season that has Jim excited ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From seed selection to input purchases and beyond, farmers are responsible for a litany of data points that require decisions on their operations each season. Having tools to enable confident, informed decisions isn’t just a “nice to have” in modern production agriculture, it’s imperative. We are joined by Beck’s Hybrids’ Jim Schwartz, Director of Research, Agronomy and Practical Farm Research, to talk about the launch of their new platform – SeedIQ – its capabilities and the dealer, and farmer, mindset heading into a growing season.  Highlights include:  What PFR (Practical Farm Research) does to help farmers grow their operations and how it’s different than other research projects within companies Conversations with growers heading into the planting season; what those entail, how they are preparing and their sentiment given the current headwinds being faced The power of certainty being tied to decision-making and how Jim has seen expectations shift over the years when it comes to seed performance, agronomic support and digital tools The balance of innovation adoption and risk management  “Innovation that matters” and what that means to the Beck’s team, their definition of innovation and its implications beyond ROI Launching SeedIQ, what the platform does and how it better serves dealers and farmers The gaps Jim and the team identified that led them to develop the SeedIQ platform Dealer and grower response to the launch of the tool heading into a growing season What’s ahead for Beck’s this planting season that has Jim excited ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From seed selection to input purchases and beyond, farmers are responsible for a litany of data points that require decisions on their operations each season. Having tools to enable confident, informed decisions isn’t just a “nice to have” in modern production agriculture, it’s imperative. We are joined by Beck’s Hybrids’ Jim Schwartz, Director of Research, Agronomy and Practical Farm Research, to talk about the launch of their new platform – SeedIQ – its capabilities and the dealer, and farmer, mindset heading into a growing season.  Highlights include:  What PFR (Practical Farm Research) does to help farmers grow their operations and how it’s different than other research projects within companies Conversations with growers heading into the planting season; what those entail, how they are preparing and their sentiment given the current headwinds being faced The power of certainty being tied to decision-making and how Jim has seen expectations shift over the years when it comes to seed performance, agronomic support and digital tools The balance of innovation adoption and risk management  “Innovation that matters” and what that means to the Beck’s team, their definition of innovation and its implications beyond ROI Launching SeedIQ, what the platform does and how it better serves dealers and farmers The gaps Jim and the team identified that led them to develop the SeedIQ platform Dealer and grower response to the launch of the tool heading into a growing season What’s ahead for Beck’s this planting season that has Jim excited ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From seed selection to input purchases and beyond, farmers are responsible for a litany of data points that require decisions on their operations each season. Having tools to enable confident, informed decisions isn’t just a “nice to have” in modern</itunes:summary>
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		<title>415. AgriNovus&amp;rsquo; Karis Witte on Field Atlas, the next wave of agbioscience talent + experiential learning as workforce development&amp;rsquo;s secret ingredient</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/415-agrinovus-karis-witte-on-field-atlas-the-next-wave-of-agbioscience-talent-experiential-learning-as-workforce-developments-secret-ingredient/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The future of the agbioscience workforce will look different than it does today – as it does than it did ten years ago. At the heart of its change and evolution are college students and young professionals pursuing new fields of studying, from business to biology, and asking themselves one critical question: how do I apply what I’m learning today to my future in the working world? This week we are joined by AgriNovus’ Career Success Manager, Karis Witte, to dive into the organization’s career exploration platform, Field Atlas, exposing young talent to the agbioscience industry and connecting their hearts and minds to a future that matters.  Highlights include: The story of Field Atlas and who it aims to serve Biggest headwinds agbioscience companies are facing when it comes to finding talent and buildling a workforce of the future Who Field Atlas is designed for and what makes it different than other talent programs and platforms The brand’s growth into experiential programming and how exposure has created a new dimension of industry recruitment for agbioscience companies Field Atlas as a brand “for students, by students” that is enabled by a network of campus Ambassadors The feedback Karis gets about the impact of Field Atlas – from students, colleges, universities and companies The Company Tours available to students and how that program has created new impact on students with no prior background in agbioscience Launching the Agbioscience Mentorship Program (AMP) and creating new, meaningful connection for late college students and young professionals that are looking to advance their careers How Karis sees Field Atlas evolving as it grows in the coming years What’s ahead in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The future of the agbioscience workforce will look different than it does today – as it does than it did ten years ago. At the heart of its change and evolution are college students and young professionals pursuing new fields of studying, from business to biology, and asking themselves one critical question: how do I apply what I’m learning today to my future in the working world? This week we are joined by AgriNovus’ Career Success Manager, Karis Witte, to dive into the organization’s career exploration platform, Field Atlas, exposing young talent to the agbioscience industry and connecting their hearts and minds to a future that matters.  Highlights include: The story of Field Atlas and who it aims to serve Biggest headwinds agbioscience companies are facing when it comes to finding talent and buildling a workforce of the future Who Field Atlas is designed for and what makes it different than other talent programs and platforms The brand’s growth into experiential programming and how exposure has created a new dimension of industry recruitment for agbioscience companies Field Atlas as a brand “for students, by students” that is enabled by a network of campus Ambassadors The feedback Karis gets about the impact of Field Atlas – from students, colleges, universities and companies The Company Tours available to students and how that program has created new impact on students with no prior background in agbioscience Launching the Agbioscience Mentorship Program (AMP) and creating new, meaningful connection for late college students and young professionals that are looking to advance their careers How Karis sees Field Atlas evolving as it grows in the coming years What’s ahead in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The future of the agbioscience workforce will look different than it does today – as it does than it did ten years ago. At the heart of its change and evolution are college students and young professionals pursuing new fields of studying, from business to biology, and asking themselves one critical question: how do I apply what I’m learning today to my future in the working world? This week we are joined by AgriNovus’ Career Success Manager, Karis Witte, to dive into the organization’s career exploration platform, Field Atlas, exposing young talent to the agbioscience industry and connecting their hearts and minds to a future that matters.  Highlights include: The story of Field Atlas and who it aims to serve Biggest headwinds agbioscience companies are facing when it comes to finding talent and buildling a workforce of the future Who Field Atlas is designed for and what makes it different than other talent programs and platforms The brand’s growth into experiential programming and how exposure has created a new dimension of industry recruitment for agbioscience companies Field Atlas as a brand “for students, by students” that is enabled by a network of campus Ambassadors The feedback Karis gets about the impact of Field Atlas – from students, colleges, universities and companies The Company Tours available to students and how that program has created new impact on students with no prior background in agbioscience Launching the Agbioscience Mentorship Program (AMP) and creating new, meaningful connection for late college students and young professionals that are looking to advance their careers How Karis sees Field Atlas evolving as it grows in the coming years What’s ahead in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The future of the agbioscience workforce will look different than it does today – as it does than it did ten years ago. At the heart of its change and evolution are college students and young professionals pursuing new fields of studying, from business </itunes:summary>
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		<title>414. Indigo Ag&amp;rsquo;s PJ Smith on the convergence of agbioscience, sustainability + data, the launch of Nemora + farmers shaping innovation priorities</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/414-indigo-ags-pj-smith-on-the-convergence-of-agbioscience-sustainability-data-the-launch-of-nemora-farmers-shaping-innovation-priorities/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For farmers looking ahead to a fresh growing season, decisions for their operations require clarity and a certainty around impact and ROI – from inputs to innovation adoption. This week, we are joined by PJ Smith, Senior Global Product Manager at Indigo Ag, to get into soil health’s impact on our food system; and how strengthening agriculture today helps reduce risk and protect food security for the future. Highlights include:  The work Indigo Ag is leading and problems their team solves through innovation Conversations with farmers right now as they look ahead to the growing season, their concerns and how they are making decisions based on their needs Indigo Ag’s unique intersection of ag, sustainability and data  Balancing opportunities that data can provide with a hesitant mindset that can sometimes linger around a farmer’s data, technology adoption or participation in emerging technologies Benchmarks and measures of success the Indigo Ag team has in front of them over the next 3-5 years Indigo Ag’s launch of Nemora to fight soybean cyst nematode, the leading cause of soybean loss in the U.S How in-field experience with farmers shapes R&D priorities for Indigo Ag PJ’s thoughts on their biggest room for growth Farmers as a part of the solution to climate and sustainability challenges over the next decade and where he sees shifts and changes coming in the market What’s ahead for Indigo Ag in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For farmers looking ahead to a fresh growing season, decisions for their operations require clarity and a certainty around impact and ROI – from inputs to innovation adoption. This week, we are joined by PJ Smith, Senior Global Product Manager at Indigo Ag, to get into soil health’s impact on our food system; and how strengthening agriculture today helps reduce risk and protect food security for the future. Highlights include:  The work Indigo Ag is leading and problems their team solves through innovation Conversations with farmers right now as they look ahead to the growing season, their concerns and how they are making decisions based on their needs Indigo Ag’s unique intersection of ag, sustainability and data  Balancing opportunities that data can provide with a hesitant mindset that can sometimes linger around a farmer’s data, technology adoption or participation in emerging technologies Benchmarks and measures of success the Indigo Ag team has in front of them over the next 3-5 years Indigo Ag’s launch of Nemora to fight soybean cyst nematode, the leading cause of soybean loss in the U.S How in-field experience with farmers shapes R&D priorities for Indigo Ag PJ’s thoughts on their biggest room for growth Farmers as a part of the solution to climate and sustainability challenges over the next decade and where he sees shifts and changes coming in the market What’s ahead for Indigo Ag in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[For farmers looking ahead to a fresh growing season, decisions for their operations require clarity and a certainty around impact and ROI – from inputs to innovation adoption. This week, we are joined by PJ Smith, Senior Global Product Manager at Indigo Ag, to get into soil health’s impact on our food system; and how strengthening agriculture today helps reduce risk and protect food security for the future. Highlights include:  The work Indigo Ag is leading and problems their team solves through innovation Conversations with farmers right now as they look ahead to the growing season, their concerns and how they are making decisions based on their needs Indigo Ag’s unique intersection of ag, sustainability and data  Balancing opportunities that data can provide with a hesitant mindset that can sometimes linger around a farmer’s data, technology adoption or participation in emerging technologies Benchmarks and measures of success the Indigo Ag team has in front of them over the next 3-5 years Indigo Ag’s launch of Nemora to fight soybean cyst nematode, the leading cause of soybean loss in the U.S How in-field experience with farmers shapes R&D priorities for Indigo Ag PJ’s thoughts on their biggest room for growth Farmers as a part of the solution to climate and sustainability challenges over the next decade and where he sees shifts and changes coming in the market What’s ahead for Indigo Ag in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>For farmers looking ahead to a fresh growing season, decisions for their operations require clarity and a certainty around impact and ROI – from inputs to innovation adoption. This week, we are joined by PJ Smith, Senior Global Product Manager at Indigo</itunes:summary>
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		<title>413. FoodHealth Co.&amp;rsquo;s Sam Citro-Alexander on the launch of FoodHealth Score, connecting the value chain + driving better health outcomes through food</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/413-foodhealth-co-s-sam-citro-alexander-on-the-launch-of-foodhealth-score-connecting-the-value-chain-driving-better-health-outcomes-through-food/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citro-Alexander, to talk about the launch of their consumer and brand facing tech-platform, FoodHealth Score, which rates products and suggests smarter swaps in real-time as you shop. We also get into leveraging innovation to better connect the value chain and empowering consumers and food brands alike to make better informed decisions based on data. Want to try out FoodHealth Score for yourself? Download the Chrome extension for free here! Highlights include:  What FoodHealth Company does and who they aim to serve through technology Gaps in the market that Sam identified that led to her endeavoring this new startup and systems change How FoodHealth Co. Works across the food system to drive better health outcomes – from consumers to food brands alike Sam’s launch of their flagship product, FoodHealth Score, and what the feedback has looked like across the value chain Retailers and brands using data to better inform purchasing and formulation decisions How FoodHealth Co. Is thinking about impact measured through their platform What food is health means to Sam and her team The role she sees farmers playing in the FoodHealth Score and the opportunity to better align food production and health The company’s $7.5M Series A funding round from 2025 and how it’s enabled them to grow and scale How Sam views partnerships and collaboration as a necessary tool to the growth of FoodHealth Company Where she believes they’ve just started to scratch the surface on their full potential when it comes to FoodHealth Score What’s ahead for the company with the launch of FoodHealth Score in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citro-Alexander, to talk about the launch of their consumer and brand facing tech-platform, FoodHealth Score, which rates products and suggests smarter swaps in real-time as you shop. We also get into leveraging innovation to better connect the value chain and empowering consumers and food brands alike to make better informed decisions based on data. Want to try out FoodHealth Score for yourself? Download the Chrome extension for free here! Highlights include:  What FoodHealth Company does and who they aim to serve through technology Gaps in the market that Sam identified that led to her endeavoring this new startup and systems change How FoodHealth Co. Works across the food system to drive better health outcomes – from consumers to food brands alike Sam’s launch of their flagship product, FoodHealth Score, and what the feedback has looked like across the value chain Retailers and brands using data to better inform purchasing and formulation decisions How FoodHealth Co. Is thinking about impact measured through their platform What food is health means to Sam and her team The role she sees farmers playing in the FoodHealth Score and the opportunity to better align food production and health The company’s $7.5M Series A funding round from 2025 and how it’s enabled them to grow and scale How Sam views partnerships and collaboration as a necessary tool to the growth of FoodHealth Company Where she believes they’ve just started to scratch the surface on their full potential when it comes to FoodHealth Score What’s ahead for the company with the launch of FoodHealth Score in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citro-Alexander, to talk about the launch of their consumer and brand facing tech-platform, FoodHealth Score, which rates products and suggests smarter swaps in real-time as you shop. We also get into leveraging innovation to better connect the value chain and empowering consumers and food brands alike to make better informed decisions based on data. Want to try out FoodHealth Score for yourself? Download the Chrome extension for free here! Highlights include:  What FoodHealth Company does and who they aim to serve through technology Gaps in the market that Sam identified that led to her endeavoring this new startup and systems change How FoodHealth Co. Works across the food system to drive better health outcomes – from consumers to food brands alike Sam’s launch of their flagship product, FoodHealth Score, and what the feedback has looked like across the value chain Retailers and brands using data to better inform purchasing and formulation decisions How FoodHealth Co. Is thinking about impact measured through their platform What food is health means to Sam and her team The role she sees farmers playing in the FoodHealth Score and the opportunity to better align food production and health The company’s $7.5M Series A funding round from 2025 and how it’s enabled them to grow and scale How Sam views partnerships and collaboration as a necessary tool to the growth of FoodHealth Company Where she believes they’ve just started to scratch the surface on their full potential when it comes to FoodHealth Score What’s ahead for the company with the launch of FoodHealth Score in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citr</itunes:summary>
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		<title>412. Primient&amp;rsquo;s Jim Stutelberg on a fast-growing bioeconomy, the important role of the farmer + partnerships with Sustainea, acquisition of Primient Covation</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/412-primients-jim-stutelberg-on-a-fast-growing-bioeconomy-the-important-role-of-the-farmer-partnerships-with-sustainea-acquisition-of-primient-covation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From sweeteners and starches to sustainable packaging, the bioeconomy is on the move. At the helm is Primient, a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources – corn being its primary feedstock. Today we are joined by CEO Jim Stutelberg to talk about the $4 trillion global bioeconomy and the rapid innovative trajectory shaping its future. Highlights include: The Primient story and who they aim to serve through innovation How Jim has seen the bioinnovation market evolve and what the competitive landscape looks like for bioinnovators like Primient today The collective headwinds facing the industry Primient’s market differentiation Consumer behaviors influencing company priorities and how they set the tone for R&D and product pipelines The critical role of corn and other feedstocks in the work Primient does and how Jim sees that relationship evolving over the next decade Acquiring Primient Covation and what integrating them into their portfolio will enable their team to do The power of partnerships for the Primient team, how they approach collaboration and what it means to their business Jim’s approach to the business of people, his belief in team culture and how he sees building a talent pipeline for the future What Jim believes to be Primient’s biggest areas of untapped potential What’s ahead for Primient in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From sweeteners and starches to sustainable packaging, the bioeconomy is on the move. At the helm is Primient, a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources – corn being its primary feedstock. Today we are joined by CEO Jim Stutelberg to talk about the $4 trillion global bioeconomy and the rapid innovative trajectory shaping its future. Highlights include: The Primient story and who they aim to serve through innovation How Jim has seen the bioinnovation market evolve and what the competitive landscape looks like for bioinnovators like Primient today The collective headwinds facing the industry Primient’s market differentiation Consumer behaviors influencing company priorities and how they set the tone for R&D and product pipelines The critical role of corn and other feedstocks in the work Primient does and how Jim sees that relationship evolving over the next decade Acquiring Primient Covation and what integrating them into their portfolio will enable their team to do The power of partnerships for the Primient team, how they approach collaboration and what it means to their business Jim’s approach to the business of people, his belief in team culture and how he sees building a talent pipeline for the future What Jim believes to be Primient’s biggest areas of untapped potential What’s ahead for Primient in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From sweeteners and starches to sustainable packaging, the bioeconomy is on the move. At the helm is Primient, a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources – corn being its primary feedstock. Today we are joined by CEO Jim Stutelberg to talk about the $4 trillion global bioeconomy and the rapid innovative trajectory shaping its future. Highlights include: The Primient story and who they aim to serve through innovation How Jim has seen the bioinnovation market evolve and what the competitive landscape looks like for bioinnovators like Primient today The collective headwinds facing the industry Primient’s market differentiation Consumer behaviors influencing company priorities and how they set the tone for R&D and product pipelines The critical role of corn and other feedstocks in the work Primient does and how Jim sees that relationship evolving over the next decade Acquiring Primient Covation and what integrating them into their portfolio will enable their team to do The power of partnerships for the Primient team, how they approach collaboration and what it means to their business Jim’s approach to the business of people, his belief in team culture and how he sees building a talent pipeline for the future What Jim believes to be Primient’s biggest areas of untapped potential What’s ahead for Primient in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From sweeteners and starches to sustainable packaging, the bioeconomy is on the move. At the helm is Primient, a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources – corn being its primary feedstock. Today we ar</itunes:summary>
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		<title>411. Rob Sharkey on entrepreneurial resilience, launching The Shark Farmer + succession planning conversations from the 2026 First Farmers Bank &amp; Trust Ag Summit</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/411-rob-sharkey-on-entrepreneurial-resilience-launching-the-shark-farmer-succession-planning-conversations-from-the-2026-first-farmers-bank-trust-ag-summit/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week, we are bringing you an audio special alongside our friends at First Farmers Bank and Trust who hosted their Annual Ag Summit at Purdue University. Keynoting the event was Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer; he is an Illinois grain farmer, a whitetail deer hunting outfitter, XM radio host, television personality and a podcaster. Some of the AgriNovus team had the joy of hearing Rob’s speech and first took away the resilience of the original and ultimate entrepreneur: the farmer. Highlights include: Rob solving the definition of innovation through the launch of The Shark Farmer, the hilarious story of how it came to be and who it aims to serveEstablishing a core audience and message to prepare for growth and the criticality of surrounding yourself with the right people to prepare for that journeyPlanning to pivot or make adjustments when the opportunities arise for your venture to put you on an upward trajectoryThe Shark Farmer's platform putting them in position to participate in several discussions on farm succession, how those uncomfortable conversations can translate across business growth and who should have a seat at the tableThank you to First Farmers Bank and Trust for having us! We are back next week with a regular episode of the podcast.Learn more about Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer, here.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[This week, we are bringing you an audio special alongside our friends at First Farmers Bank and Trust who hosted their Annual Ag Summit at Purdue University. Keynoting the event was Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer; he is an Illinois grain farmer, a whitetail deer hunting outfitter, XM radio host, television personality and a podcaster. Some of the AgriNovus team had the joy of hearing Rob’s speech and first took away the resilience of the original and ultimate entrepreneur: the farmer. Highlights include: Rob solving the definition of innovation through the launch of The Shark Farmer, the hilarious story of how it came to be and who it aims to serveEstablishing a core audience and message to prepare for growth and the criticality of surrounding yourself with the right people to prepare for that journeyPlanning to pivot or make adjustments when the opportunities arise for your venture to put you on an upward trajectoryThe Shark Farmer's platform putting them in position to participate in several discussions on farm succession, how those uncomfortable conversations can translate across business growth and who should have a seat at the tableThank you to First Farmers Bank and Trust for having us! We are back next week with a regular episode of the podcast.Learn more about Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer, here.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[This week, we are bringing you an audio special alongside our friends at First Farmers Bank and Trust who hosted their Annual Ag Summit at Purdue University. Keynoting the event was Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer; he is an Illinois grain farmer, a whitetail deer hunting outfitter, XM radio host, television personality and a podcaster. Some of the AgriNovus team had the joy of hearing Rob’s speech and first took away the resilience of the original and ultimate entrepreneur: the farmer. Highlights include: Rob solving the definition of innovation through the launch of The Shark Farmer, the hilarious story of how it came to be and who it aims to serveEstablishing a core audience and message to prepare for growth and the criticality of surrounding yourself with the right people to prepare for that journeyPlanning to pivot or make adjustments when the opportunities arise for your venture to put you on an upward trajectoryThe Shark Farmer's platform putting them in position to participate in several discussions on farm succession, how those uncomfortable conversations can translate across business growth and who should have a seat at the tableThank you to First Farmers Bank and Trust for having us! We are back next week with a regular episode of the podcast.Learn more about Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer, here.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>This week, we are bringing you an audio special alongside our friends at First Farmers Bank and Trust who hosted their Annual Ag Summit at Purdue University. Keynoting the event was Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer; he is an Illinois grain farmer, a whitetai</itunes:summary>
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		<title>410. Nutrition 101&amp;rsquo;s Rick Shipley on food upcycling into livestock nutrition, servicing the value chain + turning waste into solutions</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/410-nutrition-101s-rick-shipley-on-food-upcycling-into-livestock-nutrition-servicing-the-value-chain-turning-waste-into-solutions/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that 30-40% of the U.S. food supply is lost each year, a massive addition to landfills and negative contributor to environmental health. What if that waste stream was handled differently and innovated into dependable feed ingredients for farmers? This week, CEO of Nutrition 101 Rick Shipley, joins the podcast to talk upcycling feed, servicing the entire value chain and flying under the agbioscience radar.  Highlights include:  How Nutrition 101 leverages food waste management to serve the entire food value chain What conversations look like with producers in this era and how their team is positioned to help drive on-farm impact in a time of unique challenges for their operations Nutrition 101’s relationship with processors on the other end and how they create opportunities for growth, sustainability and more Rick’s tenure as CEO (8 months) and how he sees the company as a differentiator in the agbioscience industry The company’s roots originating on the farm and how that translates to solving problems and generating better feedback to shape priorities for the future What success looks like for the Nutrition 101 team when it comes to working with producers and processors alike How Nutrition 101 focuses on solutions that are practical, effective and easy to implement – and why that’s so critical The company’s acquisition of Value Feeds in 2025 and what it will enable them to do on their growth trajectory Rick’s belief in the company’s greatest untapped potential to date How Rick sees the industry leveraging tech, automation and other innovations to grow a young base of talent interested in focusing on animal nutrition and agriculture Nutrition 101’s impact growing over the next decade as the role of the farmer evolves What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that 30-40% of the U.S. food supply is lost each year, a massive addition to landfills and negative contributor to environmental health. What if that waste stream was handled differently and innovated into dependable feed ingredients for farmers? This week, CEO of Nutrition 101 Rick Shipley, joins the podcast to talk upcycling feed, servicing the entire value chain and flying under the agbioscience radar.  Highlights include:  How Nutrition 101 leverages food waste management to serve the entire food value chain What conversations look like with producers in this era and how their team is positioned to help drive on-farm impact in a time of unique challenges for their operations Nutrition 101’s relationship with processors on the other end and how they create opportunities for growth, sustainability and more Rick’s tenure as CEO (8 months) and how he sees the company as a differentiator in the agbioscience industry The company’s roots originating on the farm and how that translates to solving problems and generating better feedback to shape priorities for the future What success looks like for the Nutrition 101 team when it comes to working with producers and processors alike How Nutrition 101 focuses on solutions that are practical, effective and easy to implement – and why that’s so critical The company’s acquisition of Value Feeds in 2025 and what it will enable them to do on their growth trajectory Rick’s belief in the company’s greatest untapped potential to date How Rick sees the industry leveraging tech, automation and other innovations to grow a young base of talent interested in focusing on animal nutrition and agriculture Nutrition 101’s impact growing over the next decade as the role of the farmer evolves What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that 30-40% of the U.S. food supply is lost each year, a massive addition to landfills and negative contributor to environmental health. What if that waste stream was handled differently and innovated into dependable feed ingredients for farmers? This week, CEO of Nutrition 101 Rick Shipley, joins the podcast to talk upcycling feed, servicing the entire value chain and flying under the agbioscience radar.  Highlights include:  How Nutrition 101 leverages food waste management to serve the entire food value chain What conversations look like with producers in this era and how their team is positioned to help drive on-farm impact in a time of unique challenges for their operations Nutrition 101’s relationship with processors on the other end and how they create opportunities for growth, sustainability and more Rick’s tenure as CEO (8 months) and how he sees the company as a differentiator in the agbioscience industry The company’s roots originating on the farm and how that translates to solving problems and generating better feedback to shape priorities for the future What success looks like for the Nutrition 101 team when it comes to working with producers and processors alike How Nutrition 101 focuses on solutions that are practical, effective and easy to implement – and why that’s so critical The company’s acquisition of Value Feeds in 2025 and what it will enable them to do on their growth trajectory Rick’s belief in the company’s greatest untapped potential to date How Rick sees the industry leveraging tech, automation and other innovations to grow a young base of talent interested in focusing on animal nutrition and agriculture Nutrition 101’s impact growing over the next decade as the role of the farmer evolves What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The USDA estimates that 30-40% of the U.S. food supply is lost each year, a massive addition to landfills and negative contributor to environmental health. What if that waste stream was handled differently and innovated into dependable feed ingredients fo</itunes:summary>
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		<title>409. January Recap - Corteva + bp launch Etlas, big investments from Elanco + POET, Primient makes acquisition, Gripp adds agtech honor</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/409-january-recap-corteva-bp-launch-etlas-big-investments-from-elanco-poet-primient-makes-acquisition-gripp-adds-agtech-honor/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[January's recap episode with Christy Wright, CEO of AgriNovus, and Libby Fritz, VP of AgriNovus, includes: Corteva and bp's 50:50 joint venture, Etlas, and its plans to advance production of biofuels made from crops.Elanco's $400 million investment in U.S. manufacturing, R&D and workforce. Listen to Jeff Simmons on Fox Business here.Primient's 100% acquisition of Primient Covation to advance their competitiveness in the bioeconomy.POET's $203 million investment in their Indiana location with plans to double production and nearly double workforce.Gripp winning honors from the ASABE for advancing agtech innovation.The bioeconomy is on the move this month! Get our Bioinnovation Playlist on YouTube. Click  .Gripp was a former winner of AgriNovus' Velocity accelerator, which is set to kick off soon. Learn more about the program here.AgriNovus' Quadrant is back on March 11! Get details and register here.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[January's recap episode with Christy Wright, CEO of AgriNovus, and Libby Fritz, VP of AgriNovus, includes: Corteva and bp's 50:50 joint venture, Etlas, and its plans to advance production of biofuels made from crops.Elanco's $400 million investment in U.S. manufacturing, R&D and workforce. Listen to Jeff Simmons on Fox Business here.Primient's 100% acquisition of Primient Covation to advance their competitiveness in the bioeconomy.POET's $203 million investment in their Indiana location with plans to double production and nearly double workforce.Gripp winning honors from the ASABE for advancing agtech innovation.The bioeconomy is on the move this month! Get our Bioinnovation Playlist on YouTube. Click  .Gripp was a former winner of AgriNovus' Velocity accelerator, which is set to kick off soon. Learn more about the program here.AgriNovus' Quadrant is back on March 11! Get details and register here.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[January's recap episode with Christy Wright, CEO of AgriNovus, and Libby Fritz, VP of AgriNovus, includes: Corteva and bp's 50:50 joint venture, Etlas, and its plans to advance production of biofuels made from crops.Elanco's $400 million investment in U.S. manufacturing, R&D and workforce. Listen to Jeff Simmons on Fox Business here.Primient's 100% acquisition of Primient Covation to advance their competitiveness in the bioeconomy.POET's $203 million investment in their Indiana location with plans to double production and nearly double workforce.Gripp winning honors from the ASABE for advancing agtech innovation.The bioeconomy is on the move this month! Get our Bioinnovation Playlist on YouTube. Click  .Gripp was a former winner of AgriNovus' Velocity accelerator, which is set to kick off soon. Learn more about the program here.AgriNovus' Quadrant is back on March 11! Get details and register here.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>January&#039;s recap episode with Christy Wright, CEO of AgriNovus, and Libby Fritz, VP of AgriNovus, includes: Corteva and bp&#039;s 50:50 joint venture, Etlas, and its plans to advance production of biofuels made from crops.Elanco&#039;s $400 million investment in</itunes:summary>
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		<title>408. Traction Ag&amp;rsquo;s Hannah Parsons on farmer-led fintech, driving yield through better decisions + partnerships with impact</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/408-traction-ags-hannah-parsons-on-farmer-led-fintech-driving-yield-through-better-decisions-partnerships-with-impact/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From partnerships and acquisitions to considerable growth in 2025, Traction Ag has had an incredible story to tell as innovators and entrepreneurs. Woven in the fabric of that story, though, is how that growth came to be: direct farmer relationships, focused on creating solutions that will ultimately drive their yield. This week, we are joined by Traction Ag’s COO, Hannah Parsons, to talk fintech for the farmer, making the barrier to entry accessible and what’s ahead for the company.  Highlights include:  Traction Ag’s tech stack and how the platform functions to specifically serve farming operators What their team is hearing from customers right now as they navigate challenges in financial management and decision making Gaps in a farming operation’s data that can create inefficiencies and how Traction Ag is designed to integrate for more streamlined impact How farmers respond to a platform like this, barriers to tech adoption and their biggest questions about how it can help their operations Strategic partnerships and integrations with FS and Keystone Cooperative and how they better serve the farmer The acquisition of PcMars and what it added to the company’s tech stack Hannah’s perspective on Traction Ag’s biggest untapped opportunities for growth What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From partnerships and acquisitions to considerable growth in 2025, Traction Ag has had an incredible story to tell as innovators and entrepreneurs. Woven in the fabric of that story, though, is how that growth came to be: direct farmer relationships, focused on creating solutions that will ultimately drive their yield. This week, we are joined by Traction Ag’s COO, Hannah Parsons, to talk fintech for the farmer, making the barrier to entry accessible and what’s ahead for the company.  Highlights include:  Traction Ag’s tech stack and how the platform functions to specifically serve farming operators What their team is hearing from customers right now as they navigate challenges in financial management and decision making Gaps in a farming operation’s data that can create inefficiencies and how Traction Ag is designed to integrate for more streamlined impact How farmers respond to a platform like this, barriers to tech adoption and their biggest questions about how it can help their operations Strategic partnerships and integrations with FS and Keystone Cooperative and how they better serve the farmer The acquisition of PcMars and what it added to the company’s tech stack Hannah’s perspective on Traction Ag’s biggest untapped opportunities for growth What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From partnerships and acquisitions to considerable growth in 2025, Traction Ag has had an incredible story to tell as innovators and entrepreneurs. Woven in the fabric of that story, though, is how that growth came to be: direct farmer relationships, focused on creating solutions that will ultimately drive their yield. This week, we are joined by Traction Ag’s COO, Hannah Parsons, to talk fintech for the farmer, making the barrier to entry accessible and what’s ahead for the company.  Highlights include:  Traction Ag’s tech stack and how the platform functions to specifically serve farming operators What their team is hearing from customers right now as they navigate challenges in financial management and decision making Gaps in a farming operation’s data that can create inefficiencies and how Traction Ag is designed to integrate for more streamlined impact How farmers respond to a platform like this, barriers to tech adoption and their biggest questions about how it can help their operations Strategic partnerships and integrations with FS and Keystone Cooperative and how they better serve the farmer The acquisition of PcMars and what it added to the company’s tech stack Hannah’s perspective on Traction Ag’s biggest untapped opportunities for growth What’s ahead for the company in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From partnerships and acquisitions to considerable growth in 2025, Traction Ag has had an incredible story to tell as innovators and entrepreneurs. Woven in the fabric of that story, though, is how that growth came to be: direct farmer relationships, focu</itunes:summary>
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		<title>407. Ingredion&amp;rsquo;s Eric Seip on advancing food is health, investing in Indianapolis + ingredient innovation to meet an evolving consumer</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/407-ingredions-eric-seip-on-advancing-food-is-health-investing-in-indianapolis-ingredient-innovation-to-meet-an-evolving-consumer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For more than 100 years, Ingredion has been providing the world ingredient solutions. From sweeteners to starches, that type of innovation has to be grounded in a consumer-forward attitude and understand what comes next in the food industry – all around the world. Today we are joined by Eric Seip, SVP of Global Operations and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Ingredion, to explore global ingredients in more than 120 countries across 60 diverse sectors and how they stay on the cutting edge of providing innovative solutions.  Highlights include:  What Ingredion does and who they aim to serve through innovation Common gaps and challenges emerging for customers across their food and beverage portfolio How Eric sees Ingredion helping to advance Food is Health Consumer preferences shifting and how those translate into operational and R&D priorities Ingredion’s recent $100 million investment in its Indianapolis facility, what it entails, the capabilities it adds and why now What this upgrade to the Indianapolis locate will differentiate from their competitors or others in the space What technologies Eric believes have the biggest potential to transform how Ingredion innovates in the future The food value chain, texture and challenges that have risen in recent years – and how Ingredion has found themselves adapting through headwinds to build resilience Ingredion’s perspective on partnerships and how they’re used to drive outcomes forward The relationship with the farmer and what that means to the Ingredion innovation portfolio Biggest challenges and opportunities facing the food ingredients industry What has Eric most excited for Ingredion in the future ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For more than 100 years, Ingredion has been providing the world ingredient solutions. From sweeteners to starches, that type of innovation has to be grounded in a consumer-forward attitude and understand what comes next in the food industry – all around the world. Today we are joined by Eric Seip, SVP of Global Operations and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Ingredion, to explore global ingredients in more than 120 countries across 60 diverse sectors and how they stay on the cutting edge of providing innovative solutions.  Highlights include:  What Ingredion does and who they aim to serve through innovation Common gaps and challenges emerging for customers across their food and beverage portfolio How Eric sees Ingredion helping to advance Food is Health Consumer preferences shifting and how those translate into operational and R&D priorities Ingredion’s recent $100 million investment in its Indianapolis facility, what it entails, the capabilities it adds and why now What this upgrade to the Indianapolis locate will differentiate from their competitors or others in the space What technologies Eric believes have the biggest potential to transform how Ingredion innovates in the future The food value chain, texture and challenges that have risen in recent years – and how Ingredion has found themselves adapting through headwinds to build resilience Ingredion’s perspective on partnerships and how they’re used to drive outcomes forward The relationship with the farmer and what that means to the Ingredion innovation portfolio Biggest challenges and opportunities facing the food ingredients industry What has Eric most excited for Ingredion in the future ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>406. United Animal Health&amp;rsquo;s Trent Torrance on transforming food production, food is health + innovative collaborations driving impact</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/406-united-animal-healths-trent-torrance-on-transforming-food-production-food-is-health-innovative-collaborations-driving-impact/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include:  United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include:  United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>406. United Animal Health&amp;rsquo;s Trent Torrance on transforming food production, food is health + innovative collaborations driving impact</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include:  United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include:  United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>405. Sandra Vjin on Kipster US&#39; partnership with MPS Eggs, consumer transparency + revolutionizing sustainable food production</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>404. The Agbioscience Best of 2025</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From gene editing to food is health and consumer education to bioinnovation, we’ve had no shortage of amazing conversations on the podcast this year. This episode is a celebration of some of your favorite guests combined into one ultimate audio experience. And let’s face it, you have the holiday windshield time for this podcast. Don’t you? Featuring the following guests:  Wendy Srnic, Corteva Agriscience Jay Hulbert, Ag Alumni Seed (Retired) Ronda Hamm, Conner Prairie’s Food, Farm and Energy Experience Mike Jacob, TerraForce Mark Warner, Liberation Bioindustries Ed Fish, Bay State Milling Sarah Glaven, Princeton University’s Andlinger Center Aaron Schacht, BiomEdit Christy Wright, AgriNovus We can’t wait to bring you even more fantastic Agbioscience content in 2026! Season 9 starts January 12. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From gene editing to food is health and consumer education to bioinnovation, we’ve had no shortage of amazing conversations on the podcast this year. This episode is a celebration of some of your favorite guests combined into one ultimate audio experience. And let’s face it, you have the holiday windshield time for this podcast. Don’t you? Featuring the following guests:  Wendy Srnic, Corteva Agriscience Jay Hulbert, Ag Alumni Seed (Retired) Ronda Hamm, Conner Prairie’s Food, Farm and Energy Experience Mike Jacob, TerraForce Mark Warner, Liberation Bioindustries Ed Fish, Bay State Milling Sarah Glaven, Princeton University’s Andlinger Center Aaron Schacht, BiomEdit Christy Wright, AgriNovus We can’t wait to bring you even more fantastic Agbioscience content in 2026! Season 9 starts January 12. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From gene editing to food is health and consumer education to bioinnovation, we’ve had no shortage of amazing conversations on the podcast this year. This episode is a celebration of some of your favorite guests combined into one ultimate audio experience. And let’s face it, you have the holiday windshield time for this podcast. Don’t you? Featuring the following guests:  Wendy Srnic, Corteva Agriscience Jay Hulbert, Ag Alumni Seed (Retired) Ronda Hamm, Conner Prairie’s Food, Farm and Energy Experience Mike Jacob, TerraForce Mark Warner, Liberation Bioindustries Ed Fish, Bay State Milling Sarah Glaven, Princeton University’s Andlinger Center Aaron Schacht, BiomEdit Christy Wright, AgriNovus We can’t wait to bring you even more fantastic Agbioscience content in 2026! Season 9 starts January 12. ]]></googleplay:description>
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		<title>403. Nutrien Ag Solutions&amp;rsquo; Danny Carmony on leveraging crop inputs into ROI, partnerships driving value + bringing talent to rural America</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to crop inputs, farmers are looking for more than a salesman in the field – they need an advisor. One partner that can help shape decision making that keeps them profitable, efficient and sustainable all while driving yield to make their operations successful. It’s a tall order and one this week’s guest loves to welcome as a challenge. Danny Carmony, Central Indiana GM for Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins AgriNovus’ VP Libby Fritz to talk consistency, serving in that advisory role over multiple generations and what innovations have him most excited for the future of the industry. We get into:  The work Nutrien Ag Solutions does to serve farmers and the outlook of growers over the last 12 months What Danny sees ahead for 2026 and recommendations they are making to their customers The relationship of Nutrien Ag Solutions with its parent company and its unique advantage Alternatives for nitrogen fertilizer, new forms of nitrogen or emerging innovations that enable the farmer to be more efficient Generational farming operations and the difference in selling across multiple generations of operators who have different schools of thought on ROI Biologicals past, present and future in agbiosience innovation Global geopolitical pressures factoring into supply and demand for farmers Using the power of partnerships, leverage Nutrien Ag Solutions’ reach, while also tapping into locally to create maximum value for customers The criticality of sourcing talent in areas that are serving rural customers – and Danny’s passion for bringing people from outside the industry into agbioscience What’s ahead for Nutrien Ag Solutions that has him excited in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[When it comes to crop inputs, farmers are looking for more than a salesman in the field – they need an advisor. One partner that can help shape decision making that keeps them profitable, efficient and sustainable all while driving yield to make their operations successful. It’s a tall order and one this week’s guest loves to welcome as a challenge. Danny Carmony, Central Indiana GM for Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins AgriNovus’ VP Libby Fritz to talk consistency, serving in that advisory role over multiple generations and what innovations have him most excited for the future of the industry. We get into:  The work Nutrien Ag Solutions does to serve farmers and the outlook of growers over the last 12 months What Danny sees ahead for 2026 and recommendations they are making to their customers The relationship of Nutrien Ag Solutions with its parent company and its unique advantage Alternatives for nitrogen fertilizer, new forms of nitrogen or emerging innovations that enable the farmer to be more efficient Generational farming operations and the difference in selling across multiple generations of operators who have different schools of thought on ROI Biologicals past, present and future in agbiosience innovation Global geopolitical pressures factoring into supply and demand for farmers Using the power of partnerships, leverage Nutrien Ag Solutions’ reach, while also tapping into locally to create maximum value for customers The criticality of sourcing talent in areas that are serving rural customers – and Danny’s passion for bringing people from outside the industry into agbioscience What’s ahead for Nutrien Ag Solutions that has him excited in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[When it comes to crop inputs, farmers are looking for more than a salesman in the field – they need an advisor. One partner that can help shape decision making that keeps them profitable, efficient and sustainable all while driving yield to make their operations successful. It’s a tall order and one this week’s guest loves to welcome as a challenge. Danny Carmony, Central Indiana GM for Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins AgriNovus’ VP Libby Fritz to talk consistency, serving in that advisory role over multiple generations and what innovations have him most excited for the future of the industry. We get into:  The work Nutrien Ag Solutions does to serve farmers and the outlook of growers over the last 12 months What Danny sees ahead for 2026 and recommendations they are making to their customers The relationship of Nutrien Ag Solutions with its parent company and its unique advantage Alternatives for nitrogen fertilizer, new forms of nitrogen or emerging innovations that enable the farmer to be more efficient Generational farming operations and the difference in selling across multiple generations of operators who have different schools of thought on ROI Biologicals past, present and future in agbiosience innovation Global geopolitical pressures factoring into supply and demand for farmers Using the power of partnerships, leverage Nutrien Ag Solutions’ reach, while also tapping into locally to create maximum value for customers The criticality of sourcing talent in areas that are serving rural customers – and Danny’s passion for bringing people from outside the industry into agbioscience What’s ahead for Nutrien Ag Solutions that has him excited in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
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		<title>402. Christy Wright on food as the next frontier of health, innovating for the farmer + AgriNovus as a critical ecosystem convener</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/402-christy-wright-on-food-as-the-next-frontier-of-health-innovating-for-the-farmer-agrinovus-as-a-critical-ecosystem-convener/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is rare air to get two fantastic leaders in the same room for the podcast, but today we are joined by our very own. CICP’s CEO, Melina Kennedy, hosts our newly named AgriNovus President and CEO, Christy Wright, to talk service, food as the next frontier of health and her vision for what lies ahead for Indiana’s agbioscience economy.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It is rare air to get two fantastic leaders in the same room for the podcast, but today we are joined by our very own. CICP’s CEO, Melina Kennedy, hosts our newly named AgriNovus President and CEO, Christy Wright, to talk service, food as the next frontier of health and her vision for what lies ahead for Indiana’s agbioscience economy.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>It is rare air to get two fantastic leaders in the same room for the podcast, but today we are joined by our very own. CICP’s CEO, Melina Kennedy, hosts our newly named AgriNovus President and CEO, Christy Wright, to talk service, food as the next front</itunes:summary>
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		<title>401. ASTA&amp;rsquo;s Andy LaVigne + Dave Treinen on starting with seed + supporting innovation, consumer health through policy</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From domestic and global policy to the speed of innovation, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) works on behalf of the industry to promote research, development and movement of quality seed to meet the world’s demand for food, feed, fiber and beyond. This week, Beck’s Hybrids’ President, Scott Beck, hosts ASTA CEO, Andy LaVigne, and organization Chair, Dave Treinen, to talk about the organization’s pursuit to better connect innovation to consumers, new markets, policymakers and more. We get into:   ASTA as one of the world’s oldest trade organizations and who they aim to serve Where seed production finds itself in the mix of current challenges facing production agriculture and what is unique to them The biggest regulatory discussions shaping the industry, both domestically and internationally How domestic policy impacts the industry’s ability to do business internationally The accelerated trend of food is health, the seed innovator’s role and how ASTA is tackling this with its partners across the value chain How ASTA works to connect seed innovation to the consumer’s understanding of food production Where ASTA sees the biggest opportunities to advance technologies through partnerships and collaborations Big areas of focus for 2026 The call to action for seed distributors and innovators that want a seat at the table with ASTA, but don’t know how to get started ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From domestic and global policy to the speed of innovation, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) works on behalf of the industry to promote research, development and movement of quality seed to meet the world’s demand for food, feed, fiber and beyond. This week, Beck’s Hybrids’ President, Scott Beck, hosts ASTA CEO, Andy LaVigne, and organization Chair, Dave Treinen, to talk about the organization’s pursuit to better connect innovation to consumers, new markets, policymakers and more. We get into:   ASTA as one of the world’s oldest trade organizations and who they aim to serve Where seed production finds itself in the mix of current challenges facing production agriculture and what is unique to them The biggest regulatory discussions shaping the industry, both domestically and internationally How domestic policy impacts the industry’s ability to do business internationally The accelerated trend of food is health, the seed innovator’s role and how ASTA is tackling this with its partners across the value chain How ASTA works to connect seed innovation to the consumer’s understanding of food production Where ASTA sees the biggest opportunities to advance technologies through partnerships and collaborations Big areas of focus for 2026 The call to action for seed distributors and innovators that want a seat at the table with ASTA, but don’t know how to get started ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From domestic and global policy to the speed of innovation, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) works on behalf of the industry to promote research, development and movement of quality seed to meet the world’s demand for food, feed, fiber and beyond. This week, Beck’s Hybrids’ President, Scott Beck, hosts ASTA CEO, Andy LaVigne, and organization Chair, Dave Treinen, to talk about the organization’s pursuit to better connect innovation to consumers, new markets, policymakers and more. We get into:   ASTA as one of the world’s oldest trade organizations and who they aim to serve Where seed production finds itself in the mix of current challenges facing production agriculture and what is unique to them The biggest regulatory discussions shaping the industry, both domestically and internationally How domestic policy impacts the industry’s ability to do business internationally The accelerated trend of food is health, the seed innovator’s role and how ASTA is tackling this with its partners across the value chain How ASTA works to connect seed innovation to the consumer’s understanding of food production Where ASTA sees the biggest opportunities to advance technologies through partnerships and collaborations Big areas of focus for 2026 The call to action for seed distributors and innovators that want a seat at the table with ASTA, but don’t know how to get started ]]></googleplay:description>
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		<title>400. Farm Business Farm Management&amp;rsquo;s Dwight Raab on data-driven decisions + balancing innovation with financial management</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From market volatility to high input costs and beyond, farmers have faced a series of unique challenges -- and farm management is something they need and want to get a good grasp on for their operations. Looking ahead to 2026, we are joined by Dwight Raab, Advisor to Farm Business Farm Management, to examine the balance between innovation adoption and financial management. We get into:  A high-level perspective on the work FBFM does to serve Midwest farmers through data-driven decisions What the year has looked like for their farmers and how that’s informed their decision making for 2026 Tax policies that are changing and how the One Big Beautiful Bill is transforming the way people should be thinking about their farming operations Out of the farmers who have operations that are doing well – what are they doing differently than others? FBFM’s comprehensive farm level financial data and how those models have helped guide their decision-making processes Balancing the adoption of new innovation between the realities of economic pressures for farming operations and what efficiencies could come from technologies coming on farm The importance of financial literacy as farming operations switch hands over the next ten years The one piece of advice Dwight would offer heading into 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From market volatility to high input costs and beyond, farmers have faced a series of unique challenges -- and farm management is something they need and want to get a good grasp on for their operations. Looking ahead to 2026, we are joined by Dwight Raab, Advisor to Farm Business Farm Management, to examine the balance between innovation adoption and financial management. We get into:  A high-level perspective on the work FBFM does to serve Midwest farmers through data-driven decisions What the year has looked like for their farmers and how that’s informed their decision making for 2026 Tax policies that are changing and how the One Big Beautiful Bill is transforming the way people should be thinking about their farming operations Out of the farmers who have operations that are doing well – what are they doing differently than others? FBFM’s comprehensive farm level financial data and how those models have helped guide their decision-making processes Balancing the adoption of new innovation between the realities of economic pressures for farming operations and what efficiencies could come from technologies coming on farm The importance of financial literacy as farming operations switch hands over the next ten years The one piece of advice Dwight would offer heading into 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From market volatility to high input costs and beyond, farmers have faced a series of unique challenges -- and farm management is something they need and want to get a good grasp on for their operations. Looking ahead to 2026, we are joined by Dwight Raab, Advisor to Farm Business Farm Management, to examine the balance between innovation adoption and financial management. We get into:  A high-level perspective on the work FBFM does to serve Midwest farmers through data-driven decisions What the year has looked like for their farmers and how that’s informed their decision making for 2026 Tax policies that are changing and how the One Big Beautiful Bill is transforming the way people should be thinking about their farming operations Out of the farmers who have operations that are doing well – what are they doing differently than others? FBFM’s comprehensive farm level financial data and how those models have helped guide their decision-making processes Balancing the adoption of new innovation between the realities of economic pressures for farming operations and what efficiencies could come from technologies coming on farm The importance of financial literacy as farming operations switch hands over the next ten years The one piece of advice Dwight would offer heading into 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From market volatility to high input costs and beyond, farmers have faced a series of unique challenges -- and farm management is something they need and want to get a good grasp on for their operations. Looking ahead to 2026, we are joined by Dwight Raab</itunes:summary>
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		<title>399. November recap from the One Health Summit + panel discussion with Elanco, Corteva, Eli Lilly, Purdue and IU</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/399-november-recap-from-the-one-health-summit-panel-discussion-with-elanco-corteva-eli-lilly-purdue-and-iu/</link>
		<comments>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/399-november-recap-from-the-one-health-summit-panel-discussion-with-elanco-corteva-eli-lilly-purdue-and-iu/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:30:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Happy Thanksgiving! AgriNovus was proud to present the One Health Summit in partnership with BioCrossroads and Elanco this month at the company's newly opened global headquarters in Indianapolis. Please enjoy audio from this power panel including Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons, Corteva Agriscience CEO Chuck Magro, Eli Lilly CEO Dave Ricks, Purdue University President Mung Chiang and Indiana University President Pam Whitten. The panel was moderated by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) CEO Melina Kennedy to talk about the One Health opportunity and how best we can advance that here in the state.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Happy Thanksgiving! AgriNovus was proud to present the One Health Summit in partnership with BioCrossroads and Elanco this month at the company's newly opened global headquarters in Indianapolis. Please enjoy audio from this power panel including Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons, Corteva Agriscience CEO Chuck Magro, Eli Lilly CEO Dave Ricks, Purdue University President Mung Chiang and Indiana University President Pam Whitten. The panel was moderated by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) CEO Melina Kennedy to talk about the One Health opportunity and how best we can advance that here in the state.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Happy Thanksgiving! AgriNovus was proud to present the One Health Summit in partnership with BioCrossroads and Elanco this month at the company's newly opened global headquarters in Indianapolis. Please enjoy audio from this power panel including Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons, Corteva Agriscience CEO Chuck Magro, Eli Lilly CEO Dave Ricks, Purdue University President Mung Chiang and Indiana University President Pam Whitten. The panel was moderated by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) CEO Melina Kennedy to talk about the One Health opportunity and how best we can advance that here in the state.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Happy Thanksgiving! AgriNovus was proud to present the One Health Summit in partnership with BioCrossroads and Elanco this month at the company&#039;s newly opened global headquarters in Indianapolis. Please enjoy audio from this power panel including Elanco </itunes:summary>
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		<title>398. AgFunder News&amp;rsquo; Jennifer Marston on the good news for VC, rethinking how to fund startups + Indiana as a unique pocket for innovation</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/398-agfunder-news-jennifer-marston-on-the-good-news-for-vc-rethinking-how-to-fund-startups-indiana-as-a-unique-pocket-for-innovation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From food is health to biologicals, what innovations and emerging trends took over the agbiosciences in 2025 and where are we headed in 2026? Perhaps no one better a source than Jennifer Marston, Global AgTech Editor at AgFunder News, to join us as we talk through the state of venture capital, its down market and the good news about where it’s headed in the future. She gets into:  A high-level overview of the venture capital market in 2025 The categories of agbioscience that are securing deals – and the areas of the globe that seem to be doing better than others with venture capital deals The shifts in the last 18-24 months across dealmaking and what feedback Jenn has heard while talking with both VCs and startups while writing stories What the startups and entrepreneurs who are winning are doing differently With longer sales cycles, regulatory pressures, etc., does Jenn think we are due for a reset in how innovation is funded in agbioscience? Indiana’s unique models unfolding with Corteva Catalyst, the launch of Elanco’s One Health Innovation District and how those might create a new ecosystem in the Midwest for entrepreneurs to grow and thrive New startups and innovation partnerships out of the Midwest that have Jenn most excited right now Upcoming stories and things coming from AgFunder News that she wants people to know about ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From food is health to biologicals, what innovations and emerging trends took over the agbiosciences in 2025 and where are we headed in 2026? Perhaps no one better a source than Jennifer Marston, Global AgTech Editor at AgFunder News, to join us as we talk through the state of venture capital, its down market and the good news about where it’s headed in the future. She gets into:  A high-level overview of the venture capital market in 2025 The categories of agbioscience that are securing deals – and the areas of the globe that seem to be doing better than others with venture capital deals The shifts in the last 18-24 months across dealmaking and what feedback Jenn has heard while talking with both VCs and startups while writing stories What the startups and entrepreneurs who are winning are doing differently With longer sales cycles, regulatory pressures, etc., does Jenn think we are due for a reset in how innovation is funded in agbioscience? Indiana’s unique models unfolding with Corteva Catalyst, the launch of Elanco’s One Health Innovation District and how those might create a new ecosystem in the Midwest for entrepreneurs to grow and thrive New startups and innovation partnerships out of the Midwest that have Jenn most excited right now Upcoming stories and things coming from AgFunder News that she wants people to know about ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From food is health to biologicals, what innovations and emerging trends took over the agbiosciences in 2025 and where are we headed in 2026? Perhaps no one better a source than Jennifer Marston, Global AgTech Editor at AgFunder News, to join us as we talk through the state of venture capital, its down market and the good news about where it’s headed in the future. She gets into:  A high-level overview of the venture capital market in 2025 The categories of agbioscience that are securing deals – and the areas of the globe that seem to be doing better than others with venture capital deals The shifts in the last 18-24 months across dealmaking and what feedback Jenn has heard while talking with both VCs and startups while writing stories What the startups and entrepreneurs who are winning are doing differently With longer sales cycles, regulatory pressures, etc., does Jenn think we are due for a reset in how innovation is funded in agbioscience? Indiana’s unique models unfolding with Corteva Catalyst, the launch of Elanco’s One Health Innovation District and how those might create a new ecosystem in the Midwest for entrepreneurs to grow and thrive New startups and innovation partnerships out of the Midwest that have Jenn most excited right now Upcoming stories and things coming from AgFunder News that she wants people to know about ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From food is health to biologicals, what innovations and emerging trends took over the agbiosciences in 2025 and where are we headed in 2026? Perhaps no one better a source than Jennifer Marston, Global AgTech Editor at AgFunder News, to join us as we tal</itunes:summary>
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		<title>397. FloVision Solutions&amp;rsquo; Rian Mc Donnell on leveraging AI to reduce waste + optimize yield for food processors</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/397-flovision-solutions-rian-mc-donnell-on-leveraging-ai-to-reduce-waste-optimize-yield-for-food-processors/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As an entrepreneur, sometimes the boldest move you can make is to pivot. This week, we are joined by Rian Mc Donnell, CEO of FloVision Solutions, to talk about AI-driven solutions to help the food industry become more financially and environmentally sustainable by reducing waste and maximizing yield. We get into:  The work Rian leads with his team to optimize the food chain starting with protein – and how that vision varies from when he started the company Insights that FloVision drives downstream to food processors and the capabilities they have because of these technology FloVision’s market differentiation  How Rian sees the company playing a role in this massive food evolution Feedback he gets from working with customers – especially food processors who are very traditional in their operations FloVision’s recent $8.7 million Series A fundraise and what it will enable the company to do The company’s tech stack and how the data drives different decisions and solutions based on their position around the globe, their food priorities and regulatory frameworks Areas ripe for collaboration and what’s ahead in 2026 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[As an entrepreneur, sometimes the boldest move you can make is to pivot. This week, we are joined by Rian Mc Donnell, CEO of FloVision Solutions, to talk about AI-driven solutions to help the food industry become more financially and environmentally sustainable by reducing waste and maximizing yield. We get into:  The work Rian leads with his team to optimize the food chain starting with protein – and how that vision varies from when he started the company Insights that FloVision drives downstream to food processors and the capabilities they have because of these technology FloVision’s market differentiation  How Rian sees the company playing a role in this massive food evolution Feedback he gets from working with customers – especially food processors who are very traditional in their operations FloVision’s recent $8.7 million Series A fundraise and what it will enable the company to do The company’s tech stack and how the data drives different decisions and solutions based on their position around the globe, their food priorities and regulatory frameworks Areas ripe for collaboration and what’s ahead in 2026 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[As an entrepreneur, sometimes the boldest move you can make is to pivot. This week, we are joined by Rian Mc Donnell, CEO of FloVision Solutions, to talk about AI-driven solutions to help the food industry become more financially and environmentally sustainable by reducing waste and maximizing yield. We get into:  The work Rian leads with his team to optimize the food chain starting with protein – and how that vision varies from when he started the company Insights that FloVision drives downstream to food processors and the capabilities they have because of these technology FloVision’s market differentiation  How Rian sees the company playing a role in this massive food evolution Feedback he gets from working with customers – especially food processors who are very traditional in their operations FloVision’s recent $8.7 million Series A fundraise and what it will enable the company to do The company’s tech stack and how the data drives different decisions and solutions based on their position around the globe, their food priorities and regulatory frameworks Areas ripe for collaboration and what’s ahead in 2026 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>As an entrepreneur, sometimes the boldest move you can make is to pivot. This week, we are joined by Rian Mc Donnell, CEO of FloVision Solutions, to talk about AI-driven solutions to help the food industry become more financially and environmentally susta</itunes:summary>
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		<title>396. Indiana Farm Bureau&amp;rsquo;s Katie Nelson on legislative priorities, trade agreements + navigating uncertainty</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/396-indiana-farm-bureaus-katie-nelson-on-legislative-priorities-trade-agreements-navigating-uncertainty/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Indiana Farm Bureau has outlined its legislative priorities for 2026 and this week. Katie Nelson, the organization’s Executive Director of Public Policy, joins this week to talk about the three buckets of prioritization heading into session, why they’re focused on broad issues and the call to action for agbioscience innovators. We get into:  A legislative recap of 2025 and lingering challenges that persist for the industry The broad policy scope that Indiana Farm Bureau has casted heading into 2026 and the “why” behind that Investment in agriculture, the challenges farmers are facing and how Katie hopes some measures move forward to enable operational success Helping rural communities thrive, the uphill battles being faced – from education to healthcare – and where Indiana Farm Bureau plans to be most active Supporting Indiana farmers through helping them to have the resources they need (water, land, etc.) How Indiana Farm Bureau is navigating federal challenges, the shutdown and conversations on behalf of farmers Trade agreements they’re eyeing heading into 2026 that may impact Indiana farmers most critically The call to action for the agbioscience community to drive these priorities forward ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Indiana Farm Bureau has outlined its legislative priorities for 2026 and this week. Katie Nelson, the organization’s Executive Director of Public Policy, joins this week to talk about the three buckets of prioritization heading into session, why they’re focused on broad issues and the call to action for agbioscience innovators. We get into:  A legislative recap of 2025 and lingering challenges that persist for the industry The broad policy scope that Indiana Farm Bureau has casted heading into 2026 and the “why” behind that Investment in agriculture, the challenges farmers are facing and how Katie hopes some measures move forward to enable operational success Helping rural communities thrive, the uphill battles being faced – from education to healthcare – and where Indiana Farm Bureau plans to be most active Supporting Indiana farmers through helping them to have the resources they need (water, land, etc.) How Indiana Farm Bureau is navigating federal challenges, the shutdown and conversations on behalf of farmers Trade agreements they’re eyeing heading into 2026 that may impact Indiana farmers most critically The call to action for the agbioscience community to drive these priorities forward ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Indiana Farm Bureau has outlined its legislative priorities for 2026 and this week. Katie Nelson, the organization’s Executive Director of Public Policy, joins this week to talk about the three buckets of prioritization heading into session, why they’re focused on broad issues and the call to action for agbioscience innovators. We get into:  A legislative recap of 2025 and lingering challenges that persist for the industry The broad policy scope that Indiana Farm Bureau has casted heading into 2026 and the “why” behind that Investment in agriculture, the challenges farmers are facing and how Katie hopes some measures move forward to enable operational success Helping rural communities thrive, the uphill battles being faced – from education to healthcare – and where Indiana Farm Bureau plans to be most active Supporting Indiana farmers through helping them to have the resources they need (water, land, etc.) How Indiana Farm Bureau is navigating federal challenges, the shutdown and conversations on behalf of farmers Trade agreements they’re eyeing heading into 2026 that may impact Indiana farmers most critically The call to action for the agbioscience community to drive these priorities forward ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Indiana Farm Bureau has outlined its legislative priorities for 2026 and this week. Katie Nelson, the organization’s Executive Director of Public Policy, joins this week to talk about the three buckets of prioritization heading into session, why they’</itunes:summary>
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		<title>395. Turning curiosity into career exploration, peer connection with Field Atlas&amp;rsquo; Angel Vazquez</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/395-turning-curiosity-into-career-exploration-peer-connection-with-field-atlas-angel-vazquez/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone has a story of how they’ve come into their career and many times on this podcast we hear the phrase “I got here by accident.” This week, we are joined by Angel Vazquez, a Field Atlas Ambassador and Ball State University student, who is exploring his interest in agbioscience careers, sharing the industry story with his peers and what he hopes to accomplish after graduation. We get into:  How he is thinking about his career journey as college winds down  Angel’s personal story, why medicine is the path he chose and how he hopes to make a difference in the lives of others The curiosity of agbioscience and wanting to be a Field Atlas Ambassador Agbioscience conversations on Ball State’s campus and how his peers engage when discussing career opportunities in the industry Learning from his peer Ambassadors on other college and university campuses What he thinks students are seeking in a career What employers should know about connecting with students His favorite Field Atlas experience and what it taught him ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Everyone has a story of how they’ve come into their career and many times on this podcast we hear the phrase “I got here by accident.” This week, we are joined by Angel Vazquez, a Field Atlas Ambassador and Ball State University student, who is exploring his interest in agbioscience careers, sharing the industry story with his peers and what he hopes to accomplish after graduation. We get into:  How he is thinking about his career journey as college winds down  Angel’s personal story, why medicine is the path he chose and how he hopes to make a difference in the lives of others The curiosity of agbioscience and wanting to be a Field Atlas Ambassador Agbioscience conversations on Ball State’s campus and how his peers engage when discussing career opportunities in the industry Learning from his peer Ambassadors on other college and university campuses What he thinks students are seeking in a career What employers should know about connecting with students His favorite Field Atlas experience and what it taught him ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Everyone has a story of how they’ve come into their career and many times on this podcast we hear the phrase “I got here by accident.” This week, we are joined by Angel Vazquez, a Field Atlas Ambassador and Ball State University student, who is exploring his interest in agbioscience careers, sharing the industry story with his peers and what he hopes to accomplish after graduation. We get into:  How he is thinking about his career journey as college winds down  Angel’s personal story, why medicine is the path he chose and how he hopes to make a difference in the lives of others The curiosity of agbioscience and wanting to be a Field Atlas Ambassador Agbioscience conversations on Ball State’s campus and how his peers engage when discussing career opportunities in the industry Learning from his peer Ambassadors on other college and university campuses What he thinks students are seeking in a career What employers should know about connecting with students His favorite Field Atlas experience and what it taught him ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Everyone has a story of how they’ve come into their career and many times on this podcast we hear the phrase “I got here by accident.” This week, we are joined by Angel Vazquez, a Field Atlas Ambassador and Ball State University student, who is expl</itunes:summary>
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		<title>394. Christy Wright recaps a busy October, talks new HQs for Elanco + ARI, a Corteva restructure, BiomEdit&#39;s Bezos Grant + more</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/394-christy-wright-recaps-a-busy-october-talks-new-hqs-for-elanco-ari-a-corteva-restructure-biomedits-bezos-grant-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[October was a busy month and we spare none on today's update with AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and VP Libby Fritz. Updates include: A new global HQ for Elanco and our upcoming One Health Summit co-hosted with BioCrossroads (register here)Corteva's restructure into two companies and what comes nextBiomEdit's $2M Bezos Earth Fund Grant (listen to CEO Aaron Schacht here)BioBond launches two new adhesives -- one for fake fingernails and school adhesivesARI's new HQ at the 16 Tech Innovation District to secure Indiana's bioinnovation futureQuadrant is coming on 12/3! Register here.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[October was a busy month and we spare none on today's update with AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and VP Libby Fritz. Updates include: A new global HQ for Elanco and our upcoming One Health Summit co-hosted with BioCrossroads (register here)Corteva's restructure into two companies and what comes nextBiomEdit's $2M Bezos Earth Fund Grant (listen to CEO Aaron Schacht here)BioBond launches two new adhesives -- one for fake fingernails and school adhesivesARI's new HQ at the 16 Tech Innovation District to secure Indiana's bioinnovation futureQuadrant is coming on 12/3! Register here.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[October was a busy month and we spare none on today's update with AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and VP Libby Fritz. Updates include: A new global HQ for Elanco and our upcoming One Health Summit co-hosted with BioCrossroads (register here)Corteva's restructure into two companies and what comes nextBiomEdit's $2M Bezos Earth Fund Grant (listen to CEO Aaron Schacht here)BioBond launches two new adhesives -- one for fake fingernails and school adhesivesARI's new HQ at the 16 Tech Innovation District to secure Indiana's bioinnovation futureQuadrant is coming on 12/3! Register here.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>October was a busy month and we spare none on today&#039;s update with AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and VP Libby Fritz. Updates include: A new global HQ for Elanco and our upcoming One Health Summit co-hosted with BioCrossroads (register here)Corteva&#039;s res</itunes:summary>
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		<title>393. Grain Ecosystem&amp;rsquo;s Jason Dodier on waste-to-value solutions + innovating to create growth for farmers, agbiosciences</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/393-grain-ecosystems-jason-dodier-on-waste-to-value-solutions-innovating-to-create-growth-for-farmers-agbiosciences/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Biochar is an effective and profitable way to manage organic waste – and there are innovators creating new platforms to enable producers, investors and equipment suppliers to grow and deploy waste-to-value projects faster and easier than ever before. This week, we are joined by Jason Dodier, Co-Founder and CCO of Grain Ecosystem, to talk decarbonization projects, the value of the American farmer and grain as a risk reduction partner. We get into:  What Grain Ecosystem does and how they deploy these waste-to-value solutions How this process looks for each player in the system – farmers, investors and equipment suppliers The Grain Ecosystem model and its adoptability that differentiates it from competitors on the market Feedback they get from the ecosystem as they deploy solutions Grain’s momentum built up over the last three years and the company’s biggest opportunities for growth Working with Elevate Ventures and other Indiana partners to expand their footprint in the state What’s ahead for Grain Ecosystem ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Biochar is an effective and profitable way to manage organic waste – and there are innovators creating new platforms to enable producers, investors and equipment suppliers to grow and deploy waste-to-value projects faster and easier than ever before. This week, we are joined by Jason Dodier, Co-Founder and CCO of Grain Ecosystem, to talk decarbonization projects, the value of the American farmer and grain as a risk reduction partner. We get into:  What Grain Ecosystem does and how they deploy these waste-to-value solutions How this process looks for each player in the system – farmers, investors and equipment suppliers The Grain Ecosystem model and its adoptability that differentiates it from competitors on the market Feedback they get from the ecosystem as they deploy solutions Grain’s momentum built up over the last three years and the company’s biggest opportunities for growth Working with Elevate Ventures and other Indiana partners to expand their footprint in the state What’s ahead for Grain Ecosystem ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Biochar is an effective and profitable way to manage organic waste – and there are innovators creating new platforms to enable producers, investors and equipment suppliers to grow and deploy waste-to-value projects faster and easier than ever before. This week, we are joined by Jason Dodier, Co-Founder and CCO of Grain Ecosystem, to talk decarbonization projects, the value of the American farmer and grain as a risk reduction partner. We get into:  What Grain Ecosystem does and how they deploy these waste-to-value solutions How this process looks for each player in the system – farmers, investors and equipment suppliers The Grain Ecosystem model and its adoptability that differentiates it from competitors on the market Feedback they get from the ecosystem as they deploy solutions Grain’s momentum built up over the last three years and the company’s biggest opportunities for growth Working with Elevate Ventures and other Indiana partners to expand their footprint in the state What’s ahead for Grain Ecosystem ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Biochar is an effective and profitable way to manage organic waste – and there are innovators creating new platforms to enable producers, investors and equipment suppliers to grow and deploy waste-to-value projects faster and easier than ever before. Th</itunes:summary>
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		<title>392. Princeton University&amp;rsquo;s Sarah Glaven on growing the bioeconomy + finding critical alignment among policy, innovation + research</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/392-princeton-universitys-sarah-glaven-on-growing-the-bioeconomy-finding-critical-alignment-among-policy-innovation-research/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From agbioscience innovation to defense, pharma, food and nutrition, and beyond – the bioeconomy is broad; and the intersection of innovation, research and policy generates a lot of questions when it comes to how we grow and scale to be a global leader right here in the United States. This week, we are joined by Sarah Glaven, Visiting Fellow at Princeton University’s Andlinger Center and a former biotechnologist representing The White House, The Pentagon and The Naval Research Laboratory. We get into:  Sarah’s professional story, from being an outdoors kid to leading critical bioinnovation work on a national scale How she defines the bioeconomy and what she believes is its importance to the US’ future Biggest headwinds we are facing when it comes to the growth and scale of the bioeconomy How her past experiences have shaped her perspective on the critical alignment needed among policy, innovation and research to advance the bioeconomy in the US (and the grade she’d give us on that alignment today) Indiana’s position in the bioeconomy and how reshoring biomanufacturing supply chains can reduce disruption and increase competitiveness in the US Creating a skilled workforce to grow the bioeconomy and examples of upskilling and developing talent that have her most impressed What has Sarah most excited about the US’ bioinnovation future ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From agbioscience innovation to defense, pharma, food and nutrition, and beyond – the bioeconomy is broad; and the intersection of innovation, research and policy generates a lot of questions when it comes to how we grow and scale to be a global leader right here in the United States. This week, we are joined by Sarah Glaven, Visiting Fellow at Princeton University’s Andlinger Center and a former biotechnologist representing The White House, The Pentagon and The Naval Research Laboratory. We get into:  Sarah’s professional story, from being an outdoors kid to leading critical bioinnovation work on a national scale How she defines the bioeconomy and what she believes is its importance to the US’ future Biggest headwinds we are facing when it comes to the growth and scale of the bioeconomy How her past experiences have shaped her perspective on the critical alignment needed among policy, innovation and research to advance the bioeconomy in the US (and the grade she’d give us on that alignment today) Indiana’s position in the bioeconomy and how reshoring biomanufacturing supply chains can reduce disruption and increase competitiveness in the US Creating a skilled workforce to grow the bioeconomy and examples of upskilling and developing talent that have her most impressed What has Sarah most excited about the US’ bioinnovation future ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From agbioscience innovation to defense, pharma, food and nutrition, and beyond – the bioeconomy is broad; and the intersection of innovation, research and policy generates a lot of questions when it comes to how we grow and scale to be a global leader right here in the United States. This week, we are joined by Sarah Glaven, Visiting Fellow at Princeton University’s Andlinger Center and a former biotechnologist representing The White House, The Pentagon and The Naval Research Laboratory. We get into:  Sarah’s professional story, from being an outdoors kid to leading critical bioinnovation work on a national scale How she defines the bioeconomy and what she believes is its importance to the US’ future Biggest headwinds we are facing when it comes to the growth and scale of the bioeconomy How her past experiences have shaped her perspective on the critical alignment needed among policy, innovation and research to advance the bioeconomy in the US (and the grade she’d give us on that alignment today) Indiana’s position in the bioeconomy and how reshoring biomanufacturing supply chains can reduce disruption and increase competitiveness in the US Creating a skilled workforce to grow the bioeconomy and examples of upskilling and developing talent that have her most impressed What has Sarah most excited about the US’ bioinnovation future ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From agbioscience innovation to defense, pharma, food and nutrition, and beyond – the bioeconomy is broad; and the intersection of innovation, research and policy generates a lot of questions when it comes to how we grow and scale to be a global leader </itunes:summary>
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		<title>391. Eurofins&amp;rsquo; Dave Riggs on balancing food innovation with the regulatory landscape + opportunities for creativity across the value chain</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/391-eurofins-dave-riggs-on-balancing-food-innovation-with-the-regulatory-landscape-opportunities-for-creativity-across-the-value-chain/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The intersection of innovation and regulatory – specifically when it comes to food is health – is a growing conversation. This week, we are joined by Dave Riggs, Business Cluster Unit President for Eurofins SFA, to talk laboratory science, consulting food brands around the world and health emerging as a trend on their minds. We get into:  The work his SFA team leads and who they aim to serve How much food companies have to think about in product development and the risks that come up in a product’s life cycle in quality and safety standard aren’t met How laboratory scientists approach their work like consultants to overcome challenges and drive big outcomes for food brands around the world Food is Health making its way into the Eurofins labs and unintended consequences that have come alongside the movement Balancing innovation and scientific discovery with an evolving regulatory landscape Challenges and headwinds on the horizon for the food industry and how those create opportunities for creativity across the value chain Dave’s advice to young talent considering science careers What’s ahead for Eurofins ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The intersection of innovation and regulatory – specifically when it comes to food is health – is a growing conversation. This week, we are joined by Dave Riggs, Business Cluster Unit President for Eurofins SFA, to talk laboratory science, consulting food brands around the world and health emerging as a trend on their minds. We get into:  The work his SFA team leads and who they aim to serve How much food companies have to think about in product development and the risks that come up in a product’s life cycle in quality and safety standard aren’t met How laboratory scientists approach their work like consultants to overcome challenges and drive big outcomes for food brands around the world Food is Health making its way into the Eurofins labs and unintended consequences that have come alongside the movement Balancing innovation and scientific discovery with an evolving regulatory landscape Challenges and headwinds on the horizon for the food industry and how those create opportunities for creativity across the value chain Dave’s advice to young talent considering science careers What’s ahead for Eurofins ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The intersection of innovation and regulatory – specifically when it comes to food is health – is a growing conversation. This week, we are joined by Dave Riggs, Business Cluster Unit President for Eurofins SFA, to talk laboratory science, consulting food brands around the world and health emerging as a trend on their minds. We get into:  The work his SFA team leads and who they aim to serve How much food companies have to think about in product development and the risks that come up in a product’s life cycle in quality and safety standard aren’t met How laboratory scientists approach their work like consultants to overcome challenges and drive big outcomes for food brands around the world Food is Health making its way into the Eurofins labs and unintended consequences that have come alongside the movement Balancing innovation and scientific discovery with an evolving regulatory landscape Challenges and headwinds on the horizon for the food industry and how those create opportunities for creativity across the value chain Dave’s advice to young talent considering science careers What’s ahead for Eurofins ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The intersection of innovation and regulatory – specifically when it comes to food is health – is a growing conversation. This week, we are joined by Dave Riggs, Business Cluster Unit President for Eurofins SFA, to talk laboratory science, consulting </itunes:summary>
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		<title>390. National FFA&amp;rsquo;s Scott Stump on developing future leaders, meeting industry needs + convening in Indianapolis for Convention</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/390-national-ffas-scott-stump-on-developing-future-leaders-meeting-industry-needs-convening-in-indianapolis-for-convention/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Developing and recruiting next generation talent is a critical topic for all industries and agbioscience leaders are no stranger to the conversation. This week, we are joined by National FFA CEO, Scott Stump, to examine how young leaders are developed, getting them engaged in agbioscience and looking ahead to the excitement that is October for National FFA in Indianapolis as their Convention and Expo looms near. We get into:  Scott’s story – from leading students in the ag classroom to leading the National FFA Organization What the organization does and who it exists to serve How Scott has seen the makeup of National FFA students evolve over his career – and how that’s changed the organization What National FFA hears from industry partners on challenges they are facing in terms of workforce and talent development How agriculture education will need to shift in the future to meet industry needs The upcoming 98th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, what to expect and why it’s important to unite to share ideas What’s ahead for National FFA  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Developing and recruiting next generation talent is a critical topic for all industries and agbioscience leaders are no stranger to the conversation. This week, we are joined by National FFA CEO, Scott Stump, to examine how young leaders are developed, getting them engaged in agbioscience and looking ahead to the excitement that is October for National FFA in Indianapolis as their Convention and Expo looms near. We get into:  Scott’s story – from leading students in the ag classroom to leading the National FFA Organization What the organization does and who it exists to serve How Scott has seen the makeup of National FFA students evolve over his career – and how that’s changed the organization What National FFA hears from industry partners on challenges they are facing in terms of workforce and talent development How agriculture education will need to shift in the future to meet industry needs The upcoming 98th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, what to expect and why it’s important to unite to share ideas What’s ahead for National FFA  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Developing and recruiting next generation talent is a critical topic for all industries and agbioscience leaders are no stranger to the conversation. This week, we are joined by National FFA CEO, Scott Stump, to examine how young leaders are developed, getting them engaged in agbioscience and looking ahead to the excitement that is October for National FFA in Indianapolis as their Convention and Expo looms near. We get into:  Scott’s story – from leading students in the ag classroom to leading the National FFA Organization What the organization does and who it exists to serve How Scott has seen the makeup of National FFA students evolve over his career – and how that’s changed the organization What National FFA hears from industry partners on challenges they are facing in terms of workforce and talent development How agriculture education will need to shift in the future to meet industry needs The upcoming 98th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, what to expect and why it’s important to unite to share ideas What’s ahead for National FFA  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Developing and recruiting next generation talent is a critical topic for all industries and agbioscience leaders are no stranger to the conversation. This week, we are joined by National FFA CEO, Scott Stump, to examine how young leaders are developed, ge</itunes:summary>
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		<title>389. AgriNovus&#39; Christy Wright recaps September, examines Indiana&#39;s One Health opportunity + agtech startups on the move</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/389-agrinovus-christy-wright-recaps-september-examines-indianas-one-health-opportunity-agtech-startups-on-the-move/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and Vice President, Libby Fritz, recap September with Cayla Chiddister and discuss the month's news, including additions to our team via our Field Atlas Ambassador program, our participation in the One Health Summit in Indianapolis and several industry stories to share.Meet our Field Atlas Ambassadors Read Christy's Food Dive StoryAgriNovus Partners with BioCrossroads and Elanco for the Life Sciences Summit 2025Aaron Schacht to Speak at Life Sciences Summit 2025 | Watch Aaron Schacht - BiomEdit on AgbioscienceKeystone Cooperative's Kevin Still Announces Intention to Retire | Watch Kevin Still -- Keystone Cooperative on AgbioscienceSePro Corporation Announces Two AcquisitionsInsignum AgTech Raises $2.4MPurdue Researchers Develop Rapid Test for HPAIIntegrated Dynamics (Velocity Winner) Awarded $245,000 from National Science Foundation for Phase 1 SBIR GrantField Atlas AMP Applications Now Open | Apply Here]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and Vice President, Libby Fritz, recap September with Cayla Chiddister and discuss the month's news, including additions to our team via our Field Atlas Ambassador program, our participation in the One Health Summit in Indianapolis and several industry stories to share.Meet our Field Atlas Ambassadors Read Christy's Food Dive StoryAgriNovus Partners with BioCrossroads and Elanco for the Life Sciences Summit 2025Aaron Schacht to Speak at Life Sciences Summit 2025 | Watch Aaron Schacht - BiomEdit on AgbioscienceKeystone Cooperative's Kevin Still Announces Intention to Retire | Watch Kevin Still -- Keystone Cooperative on AgbioscienceSePro Corporation Announces Two AcquisitionsInsignum AgTech Raises $2.4MPurdue Researchers Develop Rapid Test for HPAIIntegrated Dynamics (Velocity Winner) Awarded $245,000 from National Science Foundation for Phase 1 SBIR GrantField Atlas AMP Applications Now Open | Apply Here]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and Vice President, Libby Fritz, recap September with Cayla Chiddister and discuss the month's news, including additions to our team via our Field Atlas Ambassador program, our participation in the One Health Summit in Indianapolis and several industry stories to share.Meet our Field Atlas Ambassadors Read Christy's Food Dive StoryAgriNovus Partners with BioCrossroads and Elanco for the Life Sciences Summit 2025Aaron Schacht to Speak at Life Sciences Summit 2025 | Watch Aaron Schacht - BiomEdit on AgbioscienceKeystone Cooperative's Kevin Still Announces Intention to Retire | Watch Kevin Still -- Keystone Cooperative on AgbioscienceSePro Corporation Announces Two AcquisitionsInsignum AgTech Raises $2.4MPurdue Researchers Develop Rapid Test for HPAIIntegrated Dynamics (Velocity Winner) Awarded $245,000 from National Science Foundation for Phase 1 SBIR GrantField Atlas AMP Applications Now Open | Apply Here]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>AgriNovus CEO, Christy Wright, and Vice President, Libby Fritz, recap September with Cayla Chiddister and discuss the month&#039;s news, including additions to our team via our Field Atlas Ambassador program, our participation in the One Health Summit in Indi</itunes:summary>
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		<title>388. NutriPop&amp;rsquo;s Ujaswin Jain + Audrey Chung on student entrepreneurship, food is health + innovating for an evolving, mindful consumer</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/388-nutripops-ujaswin-jain-audrey-chung-on-student-entrepreneurship-food-is-health-innovating-for-an-evolving-mindful-consumer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As consumers shift their preferences toward healthier food options, there is ripe opportunity for innovators in the CPG snack market. This week, we are joined by NutriPop co-founders Ujaswin Jain and Audrey Chung to talk food is health, student entrepreneurship and seizing the moment. We get into:  How the NutriPop team came together on the campus of the University of Notre Dame What popped water lily seeds are and how they become a nutritious snack The company’s participation in AgriNovus’ Velocity accelerator and how that experienced helped drive NutriPop forward in 2025 After winning the Food is Health track for Velocity, NutriPop’s successes, wins and momentum on market NutriPop’s differentiation and what makes them unique in the food is health space The tough realities of the CPG market and why they chose to enter as entrepreneurs Advice they would offer to young student entrepreneurs heading down a similar path  What’s ahead for NutriPop ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[As consumers shift their preferences toward healthier food options, there is ripe opportunity for innovators in the CPG snack market. This week, we are joined by NutriPop co-founders Ujaswin Jain and Audrey Chung to talk food is health, student entrepreneurship and seizing the moment. We get into:  How the NutriPop team came together on the campus of the University of Notre Dame What popped water lily seeds are and how they become a nutritious snack The company’s participation in AgriNovus’ Velocity accelerator and how that experienced helped drive NutriPop forward in 2025 After winning the Food is Health track for Velocity, NutriPop’s successes, wins and momentum on market NutriPop’s differentiation and what makes them unique in the food is health space The tough realities of the CPG market and why they chose to enter as entrepreneurs Advice they would offer to young student entrepreneurs heading down a similar path  What’s ahead for NutriPop ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[As consumers shift their preferences toward healthier food options, there is ripe opportunity for innovators in the CPG snack market. This week, we are joined by NutriPop co-founders Ujaswin Jain and Audrey Chung to talk food is health, student entrepreneurship and seizing the moment. We get into:  How the NutriPop team came together on the campus of the University of Notre Dame What popped water lily seeds are and how they become a nutritious snack The company’s participation in AgriNovus’ Velocity accelerator and how that experienced helped drive NutriPop forward in 2025 After winning the Food is Health track for Velocity, NutriPop’s successes, wins and momentum on market NutriPop’s differentiation and what makes them unique in the food is health space The tough realities of the CPG market and why they chose to enter as entrepreneurs Advice they would offer to young student entrepreneurs heading down a similar path  What’s ahead for NutriPop ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>As consumers shift their preferences toward healthier food options, there is ripe opportunity for innovators in the CPG snack market. This week, we are joined by NutriPop co-founders Ujaswin Jain and Audrey Chung to talk food is health, student entreprene</itunes:summary>
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		<title>387. BiomEdit&amp;rsquo;s Aaron Schacht on innovation pipeline, approaching scientific discovery + developing &amp;ldquo;and&amp;rdquo; solutions in animal health</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/387-biomedits-aaron-schacht-on-innovation-pipeline-approaching-scientific-discovery-developing-and-solutions-in-animal-health/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From innovation pipeline movement to Series B funding, leadership changes and so much more, BiomEdit is on the move. This week, CEO Aaron Schacht joins Agbioscience to talk scientific discovery, artificial intelligence, creating “and” solutions and how he approaches adding to his team in a meaningful way. Highlights include:  An overview of BiomEdit’s innovation pipeline and what has Aaron most excited right now Optavant – BE-101 – and its movement through the USDA regulatory process, what the technology is designed to do and its benefit to the poultry industry Creating solutions that establish certainty for producers – having the economics make sense to where they can realize the full genetic potential of the animal Finding the right messages to connect consumers to straightforward understanding of how their food is produced and why these innovations are so important for them How the BiomEdit team approaches scientific discovery  The company’s latest Series B fundriase -- $18.4 M – and what it will enable the company to do New leadership additions and how they add not only competencies, but culture to the BiomEdit team Aaron’s vision for the continued opportunity to marry the AI-driven predictive analysis with scientific discovery to drive this work forward – and some incredible updates for their team in this space What’s ahead for BiomEdit ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From innovation pipeline movement to Series B funding, leadership changes and so much more, BiomEdit is on the move. This week, CEO Aaron Schacht joins Agbioscience to talk scientific discovery, artificial intelligence, creating “and” solutions and how he approaches adding to his team in a meaningful way. Highlights include:  An overview of BiomEdit’s innovation pipeline and what has Aaron most excited right now Optavant – BE-101 – and its movement through the USDA regulatory process, what the technology is designed to do and its benefit to the poultry industry Creating solutions that establish certainty for producers – having the economics make sense to where they can realize the full genetic potential of the animal Finding the right messages to connect consumers to straightforward understanding of how their food is produced and why these innovations are so important for them How the BiomEdit team approaches scientific discovery  The company’s latest Series B fundriase -- $18.4 M – and what it will enable the company to do New leadership additions and how they add not only competencies, but culture to the BiomEdit team Aaron’s vision for the continued opportunity to marry the AI-driven predictive analysis with scientific discovery to drive this work forward – and some incredible updates for their team in this space What’s ahead for BiomEdit ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From innovation pipeline movement to Series B funding, leadership changes and so much more, BiomEdit is on the move. This week, CEO Aaron Schacht joins Agbioscience to talk scientific discovery, artificial intelligence, creating “and” solutions and how he approaches adding to his team in a meaningful way. Highlights include:  An overview of BiomEdit’s innovation pipeline and what has Aaron most excited right now Optavant – BE-101 – and its movement through the USDA regulatory process, what the technology is designed to do and its benefit to the poultry industry Creating solutions that establish certainty for producers – having the economics make sense to where they can realize the full genetic potential of the animal Finding the right messages to connect consumers to straightforward understanding of how their food is produced and why these innovations are so important for them How the BiomEdit team approaches scientific discovery  The company’s latest Series B fundriase -- $18.4 M – and what it will enable the company to do New leadership additions and how they add not only competencies, but culture to the BiomEdit team Aaron’s vision for the continued opportunity to marry the AI-driven predictive analysis with scientific discovery to drive this work forward – and some incredible updates for their team in this space What’s ahead for BiomEdit ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From innovation pipeline movement to Series B funding, leadership changes and so much more, BiomEdit is on the move. This week, CEO Aaron Schacht joins Agbioscience to talk scientific discovery, artificial intelligence, creating “and” solutions and ho</itunes:summary>
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		<title>385. CountryMark&amp;rsquo;s Matt Smorch on their $100M expansion + Indiana&amp;rsquo;s 1st commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/385-countrymarks-matt-smorch-on-their-100m-expansion-indianas-1st-commercially-available-renewable-diesel-fuel-production-facility/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Indiana is now home to a commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility after CountryMark cut the ribbon on its $100 million plus refinery upgrade in Mount Vernon. With new production capabilities and a new market for Indiana soybean farmers, we are joined by CountryMark CEO Matt Smorch to talk about the expansion and what lies ahead. We get into it:  The company’s innovation portfolio and what they bring to the energy market How biofuels have evolved in recent years – from policy driving change to sustainable aviation fuel Ag and oil coming together to drive outcomes on policy The $100 million investment in the Mount Vernon facility and how it positions them for the future The benefits of co-processed renewable diesel Why they chose to make this investment right now What’s ahead for CountryMark ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Indiana is now home to a commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility after CountryMark cut the ribbon on its $100 million plus refinery upgrade in Mount Vernon. With new production capabilities and a new market for Indiana soybean farmers, we are joined by CountryMark CEO Matt Smorch to talk about the expansion and what lies ahead. We get into it:  The company’s innovation portfolio and what they bring to the energy market How biofuels have evolved in recent years – from policy driving change to sustainable aviation fuel Ag and oil coming together to drive outcomes on policy The $100 million investment in the Mount Vernon facility and how it positions them for the future The benefits of co-processed renewable diesel Why they chose to make this investment right now What’s ahead for CountryMark ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Indiana is now home to a commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility after CountryMark cut the ribbon on its $100 million plus refinery upgrade in Mount Vernon. With new production capabilities and a new market for Indiana soybean farmers, we are joined by CountryMark CEO Matt Smorch to talk about the expansion and what lies ahead. We get into it:  The company’s innovation portfolio and what they bring to the energy market How biofuels have evolved in recent years – from policy driving change to sustainable aviation fuel Ag and oil coming together to drive outcomes on policy The $100 million investment in the Mount Vernon facility and how it positions them for the future The benefits of co-processed renewable diesel Why they chose to make this investment right now What’s ahead for CountryMark ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Indiana is now home to a commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility after CountryMark cut the ribbon on its $100 million plus refinery upgrade in Mount Vernon. With new production capabilities and a new market for Indiana soybean far</itunes:summary>
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		<title>384. Cora Rodibaugh on 10 years of 4-H leadership, next generation agbioscience talent + being a peer influence for the industry</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/384-cora-rodibaugh-on-10-years-of-4-h-leadership-next-generation-agbioscience-talent-being-a-peer-influence-for-the-industry/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Young leaders are born in the show rings of 4-H fairs and Cora Rodibaugh knows that story well. This week, the 10-year 4-H'er sits down with Indiana Farm Bureau’s Annie Romine to recap her career, talk about her love of pigs and the skills she’s acquired along the way that have her equipped her for the future. She also shares what’s ahead for her as she takes off for Purdue University to start the fall semester. Indiana Farm Bureau is dedicated to supporting youth in agriculture. There are several opportunities for youth to be involved in INFB, with scholarships for graduating seniors and college students; Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters at Purdue, Huntington and Vincennes universities; FFA advocacy days and trainings; grants for FFA chapters and 4-H clubs; and leadership development events, competitions, awards and conferences. INFB also serves as presenting sponsor of the Exhibitor Experience for livestock exhibitors and all showmanship contests at the Indiana State Fair.  You can learn more at infb.org/YFAP. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Young leaders are born in the show rings of 4-H fairs and Cora Rodibaugh knows that story well. This week, the 10-year 4-H'er sits down with Indiana Farm Bureau’s Annie Romine to recap her career, talk about her love of pigs and the skills she’s acquired along the way that have her equipped her for the future. She also shares what’s ahead for her as she takes off for Purdue University to start the fall semester. Indiana Farm Bureau is dedicated to supporting youth in agriculture. There are several opportunities for youth to be involved in INFB, with scholarships for graduating seniors and college students; Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters at Purdue, Huntington and Vincennes universities; FFA advocacy days and trainings; grants for FFA chapters and 4-H clubs; and leadership development events, competitions, awards and conferences. INFB also serves as presenting sponsor of the Exhibitor Experience for livestock exhibitors and all showmanship contests at the Indiana State Fair.  You can learn more at infb.org/YFAP. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>Young leaders are born in the show rings of 4-H fairs and Cora Rodibaugh knows that story well. This week, the 10-year 4-H&#039;er sits down with Indiana Farm Bureau’s Annie Romine to recap her career, talk about her love of pigs and the skills she’s acqu</itunes:summary>
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		<title>383. A look back at August with AgriNovus CEO Christy Wright, a potential merger + big news for Intelinair + FloVision</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/383-a-look-back-at-august-with-agrinovus-ceo-christy-wright-a-potential-merger-big-news-for-intelinair-flovision/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the first time on Agbioscience (except that one time when she was a guest), we are joined by our new President and CEO, Christy Wright! She talks her first week on the job, connecting with industry leaders and stakeholders and hosting her first Quadrant on day three at AgriNovus. You can also read her feature with Elaine Watson in AgFunder News and on Hoosier Ag Today. Christy, Libby and Cayla get into: The announcement of a potential merger between Premier Companies and Superior AgA recap of the Indiana Farm Bureau Critical Issues Summit -- including bonus audio from President Randy Kron and a look at the Future State of Ag Report of Idealyst InnovationIntelinair's 2nd Consecutive Win at the AgTech Breakthrough AwardsFloVision Raising $8.7M to Expand AI Tools for Food ProcessingField Atlas Company Tours recap -- we are recruiting companies for 2026! If you're interested in hosting students, contact fieldatlas@agrinovusindiana.com.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For the first time on Agbioscience (except that one time when she was a guest), we are joined by our new President and CEO, Christy Wright! She talks her first week on the job, connecting with industry leaders and stakeholders and hosting her first Quadrant on day three at AgriNovus. You can also read her feature with Elaine Watson in AgFunder News and on Hoosier Ag Today. Christy, Libby and Cayla get into: The announcement of a potential merger between Premier Companies and Superior AgA recap of the Indiana Farm Bureau Critical Issues Summit -- including bonus audio from President Randy Kron and a look at the Future State of Ag Report of Idealyst InnovationIntelinair's 2nd Consecutive Win at the AgTech Breakthrough AwardsFloVision Raising $8.7M to Expand AI Tools for Food ProcessingField Atlas Company Tours recap -- we are recruiting companies for 2026! If you're interested in hosting students, contact fieldatlas@agrinovusindiana.com.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>For the first time on Agbioscience (except that one time when she was a guest), we are joined by our new President and CEO, Christy Wright! She talks her first week on the job, connecting with industry leaders and stakeholders and hosting her first Quadra</itunes:summary>
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		<title>382. Indiana Soybean Alliance&amp;rsquo;s Hannah Vorsilak on The Glass Barn, consumer education + connecting innovation to the farm</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/382-indiana-soybean-alliances-hannah-vorsilak-on-the-glass-barn-consumer-education-connecting-innovation-to-the-farm/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Consumer education and connectivity to agbioscience innovation and their food’s origin story is a growing conversation. To see is to believe; but to experience the farm? That’s a whole different story. Purdue University’s Megan Kuhn guest hosts Hannah Vorsilak, Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Marketing and Communications Manager, this week to talk about the organization’s ultimate commitment to consumer experience in Indiana agriculture: The Glass Barn – located on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We get into:  What The Glass Barn is and what it is designed to do for someone who has never visited Why that name? Over ten years in, how has The Glass Barn evolved to meet consumer questions and the evolution of innovation in agbioscience The use of the facility well beyond the 15 days of the Indiana State Fair – The Glass Barn welcomes 10,000 students each year + the integration of their virtual learning programs How the experiential is positively affecting the perception  Commonly asked questions by consumers Features inside of the barn, including live farmer chats, games and more The growing need for experiences like this in a time where consumers have pressing questions about their food What’s ahead for The Glass Barn ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Consumer education and connectivity to agbioscience innovation and their food’s origin story is a growing conversation. To see is to believe; but to experience the farm? That’s a whole different story. Purdue University’s Megan Kuhn guest hosts Hannah Vorsilak, Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Marketing and Communications Manager, this week to talk about the organization’s ultimate commitment to consumer experience in Indiana agriculture: The Glass Barn – located on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We get into:  What The Glass Barn is and what it is designed to do for someone who has never visited Why that name? Over ten years in, how has The Glass Barn evolved to meet consumer questions and the evolution of innovation in agbioscience The use of the facility well beyond the 15 days of the Indiana State Fair – The Glass Barn welcomes 10,000 students each year + the integration of their virtual learning programs How the experiential is positively affecting the perception  Commonly asked questions by consumers Features inside of the barn, including live farmer chats, games and more The growing need for experiences like this in a time where consumers have pressing questions about their food What’s ahead for The Glass Barn ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Consumer education and connectivity to agbioscience innovation and their food’s origin story is a growing conversation. To see is to believe; but to experience the farm? That’s a whole different story. Purdue University’s Megan Kuhn guest hosts Hannah Vorsilak, Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Marketing and Communications Manager, this week to talk about the organization’s ultimate commitment to consumer experience in Indiana agriculture: The Glass Barn – located on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We get into:  What The Glass Barn is and what it is designed to do for someone who has never visited Why that name? Over ten years in, how has The Glass Barn evolved to meet consumer questions and the evolution of innovation in agbioscience The use of the facility well beyond the 15 days of the Indiana State Fair – The Glass Barn welcomes 10,000 students each year + the integration of their virtual learning programs How the experiential is positively affecting the perception  Commonly asked questions by consumers Features inside of the barn, including live farmer chats, games and more The growing need for experiences like this in a time where consumers have pressing questions about their food What’s ahead for The Glass Barn ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Consumer education and connectivity to agbioscience innovation and their food’s origin story is a growing conversation. To see is to believe; but to experience the farm? That’s a whole different story. Purdue University’s Megan Kuhn guest hosts Hann</itunes:summary>
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		<title>381. Indiana State Fair&amp;rsquo;s Cindy Hoye on 15 days of agbioscience innovation + creating a meaningful consumer experience</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the first time in Agbioscience video history, we have taken the show on the road; and not to just any venue...but to the iconic Indiana State Fair. Spanning 15 days that welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors, those consumers and small businesses help to generate millions for the regional economy in its two weeks run. Today our guest host Kenda Resler Friend from KRF Public Relations is joined by Indiana State Fair Executive Director, Cindy Hoye, to talk the impact of consumer experience, agbioscience innovation and the fairgrounds beyond these two weeks. We get into: Cindy’s perspective on the 2025 Indiana State Fair, its new attractions and consumer feedback Marrying time-honored traditions with new themes The underpinning of agbioscience innovation and education as the foundation for the Indiana State Fair and its 15 days  Bringing veterinary science to the fair via a partnership with Purdue University that allows Q&A opportunities between consumers and vet students on modern agriculture practices How young leaders are developed through the spirit of 4-H, competition and hard work each year Leveraging the other days of the year to invest in the Indiana State Fair property in order to give back to the state What’s ahead for the Indiana State Fair ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For the first time in Agbioscience video history, we have taken the show on the road; and not to just any venue...but to the iconic Indiana State Fair. Spanning 15 days that welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors, those consumers and small businesses help to generate millions for the regional economy in its two weeks run. Today our guest host Kenda Resler Friend from KRF Public Relations is joined by Indiana State Fair Executive Director, Cindy Hoye, to talk the impact of consumer experience, agbioscience innovation and the fairgrounds beyond these two weeks. We get into: Cindy’s perspective on the 2025 Indiana State Fair, its new attractions and consumer feedback Marrying time-honored traditions with new themes The underpinning of agbioscience innovation and education as the foundation for the Indiana State Fair and its 15 days  Bringing veterinary science to the fair via a partnership with Purdue University that allows Q&A opportunities between consumers and vet students on modern agriculture practices How young leaders are developed through the spirit of 4-H, competition and hard work each year Leveraging the other days of the year to invest in the Indiana State Fair property in order to give back to the state What’s ahead for the Indiana State Fair ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[For the first time in Agbioscience video history, we have taken the show on the road; and not to just any venue...but to the iconic Indiana State Fair. Spanning 15 days that welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors, those consumers and small businesses help to generate millions for the regional economy in its two weeks run. Today our guest host Kenda Resler Friend from KRF Public Relations is joined by Indiana State Fair Executive Director, Cindy Hoye, to talk the impact of consumer experience, agbioscience innovation and the fairgrounds beyond these two weeks. We get into: Cindy’s perspective on the 2025 Indiana State Fair, its new attractions and consumer feedback Marrying time-honored traditions with new themes The underpinning of agbioscience innovation and education as the foundation for the Indiana State Fair and its 15 days  Bringing veterinary science to the fair via a partnership with Purdue University that allows Q&A opportunities between consumers and vet students on modern agriculture practices How young leaders are developed through the spirit of 4-H, competition and hard work each year Leveraging the other days of the year to invest in the Indiana State Fair property in order to give back to the state What’s ahead for the Indiana State Fair ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>For the first time in Agbioscience video history, we have taken the show on the road; and not to just any venue...but to the iconic Indiana State Fair. Spanning 15 days that welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors, those consumers and small businesses h</itunes:summary>
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		<title>380. AgReliant Genetics&amp;rsquo; Dave Pugh on GDM + uniting strengths to deliver innovation to the American farmer</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/380-agreliant-genetics-dave-pugh-on-gdm-uniting-strengths-to-deliver-innovation-to-the-american-farmer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to Purdue University’s Ag Economy Barometer survey in July, high input costs and lower crop and livestock prices are the top two concerns on farmers mind at the moment. For agbioscience innovators, it’s a critical more than ever to consider moves that can deliver maximum value to the farmer. Dave Pugh, CFO of AgReliant Genetics, joins us as GDM recently announced its agreement to acquire the company. We get into:  Dave’s background in computer science and risk management + what drew him to agbioscience Massive validation in the form of GDM’s agreement to acquire AgReliant Genetics and what that means for the farmer How Dave thinks through the investment of innovation in agbioscience in a time of uncertainty for farmers and companies alike The AgReliant Genetics portfolio heading into acquisition and its strengths in corn genetics His perspective on the relationship between seed brands and customer Dave’s finance background and role as CFO – in a time of uncertainty – planning for oversight of what’s ahead and how to stay innovative in the process What has him most excited about what’s ahead with GDM  The following conversation discusses the recent announcement that GDM is seeking to acquire AgReliant Genetics. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in the United States and other customary closing conditions and approvals. Until the necessary approvals and closing conditions are obtained and satisfied and the transaction has closed, GDM and AgReliant Genetics will continue to operate as independent entities, maintaining their current business routines and commercial structures. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[According to Purdue University’s Ag Economy Barometer survey in July, high input costs and lower crop and livestock prices are the top two concerns on farmers mind at the moment. For agbioscience innovators, it’s a critical more than ever to consider moves that can deliver maximum value to the farmer. Dave Pugh, CFO of AgReliant Genetics, joins us as GDM recently announced its agreement to acquire the company. We get into:  Dave’s background in computer science and risk management + what drew him to agbioscience Massive validation in the form of GDM’s agreement to acquire AgReliant Genetics and what that means for the farmer How Dave thinks through the investment of innovation in agbioscience in a time of uncertainty for farmers and companies alike The AgReliant Genetics portfolio heading into acquisition and its strengths in corn genetics His perspective on the relationship between seed brands and customer Dave’s finance background and role as CFO – in a time of uncertainty – planning for oversight of what’s ahead and how to stay innovative in the process What has him most excited about what’s ahead with GDM  The following conversation discusses the recent announcement that GDM is seeking to acquire AgReliant Genetics. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in the United States and other customary closing conditions and approvals. Until the necessary approvals and closing conditions are obtained and satisfied and the transaction has closed, GDM and AgReliant Genetics will continue to operate as independent entities, maintaining their current business routines and commercial structures. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[According to Purdue University’s Ag Economy Barometer survey in July, high input costs and lower crop and livestock prices are the top two concerns on farmers mind at the moment. For agbioscience innovators, it’s a critical more than ever to consider moves that can deliver maximum value to the farmer. Dave Pugh, CFO of AgReliant Genetics, joins us as GDM recently announced its agreement to acquire the company. We get into:  Dave’s background in computer science and risk management + what drew him to agbioscience Massive validation in the form of GDM’s agreement to acquire AgReliant Genetics and what that means for the farmer How Dave thinks through the investment of innovation in agbioscience in a time of uncertainty for farmers and companies alike The AgReliant Genetics portfolio heading into acquisition and its strengths in corn genetics His perspective on the relationship between seed brands and customer Dave’s finance background and role as CFO – in a time of uncertainty – planning for oversight of what’s ahead and how to stay innovative in the process What has him most excited about what’s ahead with GDM  The following conversation discusses the recent announcement that GDM is seeking to acquire AgReliant Genetics. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in the United States and other customary closing conditions and approvals. Until the necessary approvals and closing conditions are obtained and satisfied and the transaction has closed, GDM and AgReliant Genetics will continue to operate as independent entities, maintaining their current business routines and commercial structures. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>According to Purdue University’s Ag Economy Barometer survey in July, high input costs and lower crop and livestock prices are the top two concerns on farmers mind at the moment. For agbioscience innovators, it’s a critical more than ever to consider </itunes:summary>
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		<title>379. Cause Matters Corp.&amp;rsquo;s Michele Payn on consumer acceptance + making the agbioscience story personal</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From the early days of biotechnology to the growing voice of today’s consumer, a desire exists for knowledge and understanding of the work being done by scientists, farmers and agbioscience innovators to bring food to our tables. Today we are joined by Michele Payn, author and founder of Cause Matters Corp., who has made it her mission to bridge this gap, to make agriculture less defensive and to put emotion and heart at the center of the work happening across the industry. We get into:  Michele’s boots on the ground perspective from scientists, farmers and industry professionals on what’s evolving in how they share their stories with consumers How Cause Matters Corp. came to be and how new eras present a fresh set of challenges for her tackle and communicate in her business The biggest gaps agbioscience has in bridging the technical to the practical  Helping others adapt and stay nimble in their communication and acceptance of new information in a fast-paced world Artificial Intelligence, its role in how consumers learn about agbioscience, the pros and cons and how it can be leveraged as a trusted source in the future Disinformation vs. Misinformation – the distinction and the dangers between the two How she would compare agbioscience today to other decades of her time in the industry – from a communications and consumer acceptance perspective Finding emotional center in your agbioscience story – and the importance of making it personal to seek understanding when you communicate Her new book, Science Story Speak, and its opportunity for readers to connect with science understanding on a more meaningful level What’s next for Cause Matters Corp. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From the early days of biotechnology to the growing voice of today’s consumer, a desire exists for knowledge and understanding of the work being done by scientists, farmers and agbioscience innovators to bring food to our tables. Today we are joined by Michele Payn, author and founder of Cause Matters Corp., who has made it her mission to bridge this gap, to make agriculture less defensive and to put emotion and heart at the center of the work happening across the industry. We get into:  Michele’s boots on the ground perspective from scientists, farmers and industry professionals on what’s evolving in how they share their stories with consumers How Cause Matters Corp. came to be and how new eras present a fresh set of challenges for her tackle and communicate in her business The biggest gaps agbioscience has in bridging the technical to the practical  Helping others adapt and stay nimble in their communication and acceptance of new information in a fast-paced world Artificial Intelligence, its role in how consumers learn about agbioscience, the pros and cons and how it can be leveraged as a trusted source in the future Disinformation vs. Misinformation – the distinction and the dangers between the two How she would compare agbioscience today to other decades of her time in the industry – from a communications and consumer acceptance perspective Finding emotional center in your agbioscience story – and the importance of making it personal to seek understanding when you communicate Her new book, Science Story Speak, and its opportunity for readers to connect with science understanding on a more meaningful level What’s next for Cause Matters Corp. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From the early days of biotechnology to the growing voice of today’s consumer, a desire exists for knowledge and understanding of the work being done by scientists, farmers and agbioscience innovators to bring food to our tables. Today we are joined by Michele Payn, author and founder of Cause Matters Corp., who has made it her mission to bridge this gap, to make agriculture less defensive and to put emotion and heart at the center of the work happening across the industry. We get into:  Michele’s boots on the ground perspective from scientists, farmers and industry professionals on what’s evolving in how they share their stories with consumers How Cause Matters Corp. came to be and how new eras present a fresh set of challenges for her tackle and communicate in her business The biggest gaps agbioscience has in bridging the technical to the practical  Helping others adapt and stay nimble in their communication and acceptance of new information in a fast-paced world Artificial Intelligence, its role in how consumers learn about agbioscience, the pros and cons and how it can be leveraged as a trusted source in the future Disinformation vs. Misinformation – the distinction and the dangers between the two How she would compare agbioscience today to other decades of her time in the industry – from a communications and consumer acceptance perspective Finding emotional center in your agbioscience story – and the importance of making it personal to seek understanding when you communicate Her new book, Science Story Speak, and its opportunity for readers to connect with science understanding on a more meaningful level What’s next for Cause Matters Corp. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From the early days of biotechnology to the growing voice of today’s consumer, a desire exists for knowledge and understanding of the work being done by scientists, farmers and agbioscience innovators to bring food to our tables. Today we are joined by </itunes:summary>
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		<title>378. Libby Fritz recaps July, big news for USDA in Indiana, AgReliant Genetics&#39; acquisition, BiomEdit moves, a CEO update + more</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/378-libby-fritz-recaps-july-big-news-for-usda-in-indiana-agreliant-genetics-acquisition-biomedit-moves-a-ceo-update-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is perhaps the most epic news recap we have ever encountered on Agbioscience! So much so, we had to go back and record audio after we thought we were done. We get into the USDA's announcement on re-organization and Indiana's inclusion as a regional hub as part of that, AgReliant Genetics' acquisition by GDM, BiomEdit's product pipeline milestones, Series B funding and new leadership additions, and a big partnership announcement and honor for Corteva Agriscience. We also provide an update on the AgriNovus CEO search and when you can expect to learn more information. Don't forget! AgriNovus Quadrant is August 20 -- Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/USDA Reorganization Announcement + MemorandumISDA's Don Lamb Talks to Hoosier Ag Today on USDA ReorganizationAgReliant Genetics Announces Acquisition Agreement by GDMBiomEdit Announces Series B Raise, Advances Product to Final PhaseAgFunder News Talks with BiomEdit on Designer ProbioticsCountryMark Completes $100M Diesel Expansion ProjectPhytoform and Corteva Partner on AI to Boost Disease Resistance in Corn]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is perhaps the most epic news recap we have ever encountered on Agbioscience! So much so, we had to go back and record audio after we thought we were done. We get into the USDA's announcement on re-organization and Indiana's inclusion as a regional hub as part of that, AgReliant Genetics' acquisition by GDM, BiomEdit's product pipeline milestones, Series B funding and new leadership additions, and a big partnership announcement and honor for Corteva Agriscience. We also provide an update on the AgriNovus CEO search and when you can expect to learn more information. Don't forget! AgriNovus Quadrant is August 20 -- Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/USDA Reorganization Announcement + MemorandumISDA's Don Lamb Talks to Hoosier Ag Today on USDA ReorganizationAgReliant Genetics Announces Acquisition Agreement by GDMBiomEdit Announces Series B Raise, Advances Product to Final PhaseAgFunder News Talks with BiomEdit on Designer ProbioticsCountryMark Completes $100M Diesel Expansion ProjectPhytoform and Corteva Partner on AI to Boost Disease Resistance in Corn]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[This is perhaps the most epic news recap we have ever encountered on Agbioscience! So much so, we had to go back and record audio after we thought we were done. We get into the USDA's announcement on re-organization and Indiana's inclusion as a regional hub as part of that, AgReliant Genetics' acquisition by GDM, BiomEdit's product pipeline milestones, Series B funding and new leadership additions, and a big partnership announcement and honor for Corteva Agriscience. We also provide an update on the AgriNovus CEO search and when you can expect to learn more information. Don't forget! AgriNovus Quadrant is August 20 -- Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/USDA Reorganization Announcement + MemorandumISDA's Don Lamb Talks to Hoosier Ag Today on USDA ReorganizationAgReliant Genetics Announces Acquisition Agreement by GDMBiomEdit Announces Series B Raise, Advances Product to Final PhaseAgFunder News Talks with BiomEdit on Designer ProbioticsCountryMark Completes $100M Diesel Expansion ProjectPhytoform and Corteva Partner on AI to Boost Disease Resistance in Corn]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>This is perhaps the most epic news recap we have ever encountered on Agbioscience! So much so, we had to go back and record audio after we thought we were done. We get into the USDA&#039;s announcement on re-organization and Indiana&#039;s inclusion as a regional</itunes:summary>
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		<title>377. Advancing science for better food + health, farmer wellness with Corteva Agriscience&amp;rsquo;s Dr. Claudia Coplein</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/377-advancing-science-for-better-food-health-farmer-wellness-with-corteva-agrisciences-dr-claudia-coplein/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that each year in the U.S., poor nutrition causes roughly $1.1 trillion in preventable health care spending and lost productivity from diet-attributable diseases. As farmers continue their work of producing food for a growing population, agbioscience companies are also seeking new ways to innovate and optimize for human, animal and planetary health. This week, we are joined by Corteva Agriscience’s first Chief Health Officer, Dr. Claudia Coplein, to examine the breadth of her new role with the company and what they aim to achieve. We get into:  The macro gaps in the way we produce and consume food and its overall impact on our health Corteva’s launch of the Chief Health Officer role and how they’re approaching new audiences to tell the story of farming around the world Putting this platform into practice – Claudia talks about where you see and experience her team’s work What reception has been like from different audiences thus far Corteva’s focus on farmer health and how current headwinds facing the industry impacts their physical, mental and emotional well-being Claudia’s vision for how Corteva’s health platform evolves Her background and how this role – and agbioscience – feels custom-built for her Where Claudia believes the food is health movement is headed and Corteva’s role in that movement What’s ahead for her team – and what has her most excited ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that each year in the U.S., poor nutrition causes roughly $1.1 trillion in preventable health care spending and lost productivity from diet-attributable diseases. As farmers continue their work of producing food for a growing population, agbioscience companies are also seeking new ways to innovate and optimize for human, animal and planetary health. This week, we are joined by Corteva Agriscience’s first Chief Health Officer, Dr. Claudia Coplein, to examine the breadth of her new role with the company and what they aim to achieve. We get into:  The macro gaps in the way we produce and consume food and its overall impact on our health Corteva’s launch of the Chief Health Officer role and how they’re approaching new audiences to tell the story of farming around the world Putting this platform into practice – Claudia talks about where you see and experience her team’s work What reception has been like from different audiences thus far Corteva’s focus on farmer health and how current headwinds facing the industry impacts their physical, mental and emotional well-being Claudia’s vision for how Corteva’s health platform evolves Her background and how this role – and agbioscience – feels custom-built for her Where Claudia believes the food is health movement is headed and Corteva’s role in that movement What’s ahead for her team – and what has her most excited ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>The USDA estimates that each year in the U.S., poor nutrition causes roughly $1.1 trillion in preventable health care spending and lost productivity from diet-attributable diseases. As farmers continue their work of producing food for a growing population</itunes:summary>
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		<title>376. Vivayic&amp;rsquo;s Blaze Currie on agbioscience&amp;rsquo;s talent disparity, how we got here + preparing for next generation talent + leadership</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/376-vivayics-blaze-currie-on-agbiosciences-talent-disparity-how-we-got-here-preparing-for-next-generation-talent-leadership/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:21:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The words talent and shortage come packaged together in nearly every sentence across almost every industry these days. It's a widespread challenge that raises a bigger question for agbioscience companies. Do our hurdles look like the same as other industries? If not, what do we do next? This week, we are joined by Vivayic’s Agriculture Practice Lead, Blaze Currie. We get into:  His high-level take on the current market overview for talent relative to the workforce needs of other industries The headwinds facing the agbioscience industry that are uniquely their own when it comes to talent and leadership A history lesson on how agbioscience got here – and the generational waves that have created the talent disparity we are facing today How companies will need to adapt in the future to fill their talent needs Executive and senior leadership positions aging out of the workforce, how those positions will need to be developed and what organizations need to do today to prepare for tomorrow How Blaze sees the next 10-15 years of talent evolution shaking out in agbioscience – and it looks a lot different than is has in the past What’s ahead for Vivayic]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The words talent and shortage come packaged together in nearly every sentence across almost every industry these days. It's a widespread challenge that raises a bigger question for agbioscience companies. Do our hurdles look like the same as other industries? If not, what do we do next? This week, we are joined by Vivayic’s Agriculture Practice Lead, Blaze Currie. We get into:  His high-level take on the current market overview for talent relative to the workforce needs of other industries The headwinds facing the agbioscience industry that are uniquely their own when it comes to talent and leadership A history lesson on how agbioscience got here – and the generational waves that have created the talent disparity we are facing today How companies will need to adapt in the future to fill their talent needs Executive and senior leadership positions aging out of the workforce, how those positions will need to be developed and what organizations need to do today to prepare for tomorrow How Blaze sees the next 10-15 years of talent evolution shaking out in agbioscience – and it looks a lot different than is has in the past What’s ahead for Vivayic]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The words talent and shortage come packaged together in nearly every sentence across almost every industry these days. It's a widespread challenge that raises a bigger question for agbioscience companies. Do our hurdles look like the same as other industries? If not, what do we do next? This week, we are joined by Vivayic’s Agriculture Practice Lead, Blaze Currie. We get into:  His high-level take on the current market overview for talent relative to the workforce needs of other industries The headwinds facing the agbioscience industry that are uniquely their own when it comes to talent and leadership A history lesson on how agbioscience got here – and the generational waves that have created the talent disparity we are facing today How companies will need to adapt in the future to fill their talent needs Executive and senior leadership positions aging out of the workforce, how those positions will need to be developed and what organizations need to do today to prepare for tomorrow How Blaze sees the next 10-15 years of talent evolution shaking out in agbioscience – and it looks a lot different than is has in the past What’s ahead for Vivayic]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The words talent and shortage come packaged together in nearly every sentence across almost every industry these days. It&#039;s a widespread challenge that raises a bigger question for agbioscience companies. Do our hurdles look like the same as other indust</itunes:summary>
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		<title>375. Bay State Milling&amp;rsquo;s Ed Fish on food is health, innovating &amp;ldquo;in the middle&amp;rdquo; + connecting food to agriculture</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/375-bay-state-millings-ed-fish-on-food-is-health-innovating-in-the-middle-connecting-food-to-agriculture/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into:  The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company’s 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What’s ahead for Bay State Milling ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into:  The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company’s 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What’s ahead for Bay State Milling ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into:  The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company’s 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What’s ahead for Bay State Milling ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That&#039;s an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their o</itunes:summary>
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		<title>374. BW Fusion&amp;rsquo;s Dr. Tanya Soule on biological innovation + the importance of strategic partnerships to accelerate scientific discovery</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/374-bw-fusions-dr-tanya-soule-on-biological-innovation-the-importance-of-strategic-partnerships-to-accelerate-scientific-discovery/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The market for ag biologicals is projected to grow significantly according to Grandview Research – making the leap from $11B market in 2024 to a $16.8B in 2030. One Indiana company has recently created a strategic alliance to drive biological innovation at every stage of the crop nutrition cycle. Dr. Tanya Soule, Vice President of Microbiology at BW Fusion, joins us to talk science, producers and the farm. We get into:  What biologicals are and how they benefit farmers How they work in tandem with other fertilizers and modes of crop protection to drive yield BW Fusion’s approach to scientific discovery and innovation How the company got into the agbioscience industry – it wasn’t its first vertical Bain Capital Double Impact’s support that led to the strategic alliance between BW Fusion, Biodyne USA and Agronomy 365 and what that has allowed them to do from an innovation perspective The farmers’ role in advancing innovation at BW Fusion Why Tanya, a career academic, made the switch to working with the BW Fusion team and coming to the agbiosciences Her advice for young scientists What’s ahead for BW Fusion ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The market for ag biologicals is projected to grow significantly according to Grandview Research – making the leap from $11B market in 2024 to a $16.8B in 2030. One Indiana company has recently created a strategic alliance to drive biological innovation at every stage of the crop nutrition cycle. Dr. Tanya Soule, Vice President of Microbiology at BW Fusion, joins us to talk science, producers and the farm. We get into:  What biologicals are and how they benefit farmers How they work in tandem with other fertilizers and modes of crop protection to drive yield BW Fusion’s approach to scientific discovery and innovation How the company got into the agbioscience industry – it wasn’t its first vertical Bain Capital Double Impact’s support that led to the strategic alliance between BW Fusion, Biodyne USA and Agronomy 365 and what that has allowed them to do from an innovation perspective The farmers’ role in advancing innovation at BW Fusion Why Tanya, a career academic, made the switch to working with the BW Fusion team and coming to the agbiosciences Her advice for young scientists What’s ahead for BW Fusion ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The market for ag biologicals is projected to grow significantly according to Grandview Research – making the leap from $11B market in 2024 to a $16.8B in 2030. One Indiana company has recently created a strategic alliance to drive biological innovation at every stage of the crop nutrition cycle. Dr. Tanya Soule, Vice President of Microbiology at BW Fusion, joins us to talk science, producers and the farm. We get into:  What biologicals are and how they benefit farmers How they work in tandem with other fertilizers and modes of crop protection to drive yield BW Fusion’s approach to scientific discovery and innovation How the company got into the agbioscience industry – it wasn’t its first vertical Bain Capital Double Impact’s support that led to the strategic alliance between BW Fusion, Biodyne USA and Agronomy 365 and what that has allowed them to do from an innovation perspective The farmers’ role in advancing innovation at BW Fusion Why Tanya, a career academic, made the switch to working with the BW Fusion team and coming to the agbiosciences Her advice for young scientists What’s ahead for BW Fusion ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The market for ag biologicals is projected to grow significantly according to Grandview Research – making the leap from $11B market in 2024 to a $16.8B in 2030. One Indiana company has recently created a strategic alliance to drive biological innovation</itunes:summary>
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		<title>373. Libby Fritz recaps June, the AgriNovus CEO search, Velocity Demo Day + what&#39;s ahead</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/373-libby-fritz-recaps-june-the-agrinovus-ceo-search-velocity-demo-day-whats-ahead/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The month of June has passed -- and it was a busy one! AgriNovus Vice President, Libby Fritz, joins Cayla Chiddister in the studio to talk through a number of exciting things, including what's to come for the podcast with Mitch's departure from AgriNovus. Hint: we aren't going anywhere! We get into: Updates to what you can expect to hear and see on the podcast moving forward!What's going on with the CEO search -- and how you can apply to be our next fearless leaderVelocity Demo Day, the three winners and our power outage networking party; watch our Directionally Speaking video series hereField Atlas Company Tours are coming 8/14-8/15 at Corteva and Ingredion; if you know a college student interested in learning more about agbioscience, have them apply by 7/13! Register here.Community of Practice webinar on AI in Agriculture coming on 7/23; Register here.Quadrant is back on 8/20 and we are talking leadership in action! Register here.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The month of June has passed -- and it was a busy one! AgriNovus Vice President, Libby Fritz, joins Cayla Chiddister in the studio to talk through a number of exciting things, including what's to come for the podcast with Mitch's departure from AgriNovus. Hint: we aren't going anywhere! We get into: Updates to what you can expect to hear and see on the podcast moving forward!What's going on with the CEO search -- and how you can apply to be our next fearless leaderVelocity Demo Day, the three winners and our power outage networking party; watch our Directionally Speaking video series hereField Atlas Company Tours are coming 8/14-8/15 at Corteva and Ingredion; if you know a college student interested in learning more about agbioscience, have them apply by 7/13! Register here.Community of Practice webinar on AI in Agriculture coming on 7/23; Register here.Quadrant is back on 8/20 and we are talking leadership in action! Register here.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The month of June has passed -- and it was a busy one! AgriNovus Vice President, Libby Fritz, joins Cayla Chiddister in the studio to talk through a number of exciting things, including what's to come for the podcast with Mitch's departure from AgriNovus. Hint: we aren't going anywhere! We get into: Updates to what you can expect to hear and see on the podcast moving forward!What's going on with the CEO search -- and how you can apply to be our next fearless leaderVelocity Demo Day, the three winners and our power outage networking party; watch our Directionally Speaking video series hereField Atlas Company Tours are coming 8/14-8/15 at Corteva and Ingredion; if you know a college student interested in learning more about agbioscience, have them apply by 7/13! Register here.Community of Practice webinar on AI in Agriculture coming on 7/23; Register here.Quadrant is back on 8/20 and we are talking leadership in action! Register here.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The month of June has passed -- and it was a busy one! AgriNovus Vice President, Libby Fritz, joins Cayla Chiddister in the studio to talk through a number of exciting things, including what&#039;s to come for the podcast with Mitch&#039;s departure from AgriNovu</itunes:summary>
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		<title>372. Mitch Frazier on 5 years of AgriNovus, the power of a small team + an Agbioscience farewell</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/372-mitch-frazier-on-5-years-of-agrinovus-the-power-of-a-small-team-an-agbioscience-farewell/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For over 230 episodes of Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier has helped share the stories of leaders and innovators across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. One story we’ve not told, though, is that of the storyteller, himself. Today we close a chapter on this podcast and with all love, turn our pages forward to what lies next. But make no mistake, this is not a chapter we will soon forget. For his final time on Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier joins us. We get into:  A look back at the last five years of agbioscience innovation Mitch’s vision as a leader and why he chose growth as a focus for AgriNovus The importance of creating the conditions for industry to grow Seizing the opportunity – and which of those opportunities agbioscience should be looking to in the years to come The power of a small team to drive outcomes His favorite part about hosting more than 230 episodes of the podcast Learning from some of Indiana’s best and bright leaders while in agbioscience – and what lessons he plans to take with him His favorite down to business – and unserious – moments at AgriNovus Mitch’s personal signoff on Agbioscience ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[For over 230 episodes of Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier has helped share the stories of leaders and innovators across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. One story we’ve not told, though, is that of the storyteller, himself. Today we close a chapter on this podcast and with all love, turn our pages forward to what lies next. But make no mistake, this is not a chapter we will soon forget. For his final time on Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier joins us. We get into:  A look back at the last five years of agbioscience innovation Mitch’s vision as a leader and why he chose growth as a focus for AgriNovus The importance of creating the conditions for industry to grow Seizing the opportunity – and which of those opportunities agbioscience should be looking to in the years to come The power of a small team to drive outcomes His favorite part about hosting more than 230 episodes of the podcast Learning from some of Indiana’s best and bright leaders while in agbioscience – and what lessons he plans to take with him His favorite down to business – and unserious – moments at AgriNovus Mitch’s personal signoff on Agbioscience ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[For over 230 episodes of Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier has helped share the stories of leaders and innovators across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. One story we’ve not told, though, is that of the storyteller, himself. Today we close a chapter on this podcast and with all love, turn our pages forward to what lies next. But make no mistake, this is not a chapter we will soon forget. For his final time on Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier joins us. We get into:  A look back at the last five years of agbioscience innovation Mitch’s vision as a leader and why he chose growth as a focus for AgriNovus The importance of creating the conditions for industry to grow Seizing the opportunity – and which of those opportunities agbioscience should be looking to in the years to come The power of a small team to drive outcomes His favorite part about hosting more than 230 episodes of the podcast Learning from some of Indiana’s best and bright leaders while in agbioscience – and what lessons he plans to take with him His favorite down to business – and unserious – moments at AgriNovus Mitch’s personal signoff on Agbioscience ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>For over 230 episodes of Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier has helped share the stories of leaders and innovators across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. One story we’ve not told, though, is that of the storyteller, himself. Today w</itunes:summary>
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		<title>371. Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing&amp;rsquo;s Jason Kashman on emerging trends in food + getting ahead of market demands</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/371-weaver-popcorn-manufacturings-jason-kashman-on-emerging-trends-in-food-getting-ahead-of-market-demands/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[﻿The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the food ag industry contributes roughly 1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP – that's a 5.5% share. It’s a market that continues to evolve as many factors – from consumers to regulatory challenges – create new opportunities for innovation and new products. This week we are joined by Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing CEO, Jason Kashman, to share perspective on food, health and what’s ahead. We dive into:  The overall landscape in the food manufacturing market, what Jason is seeing and what’s driving growth for brands Popcorn is a commodity and a finished good – are the challenges and turbulence the same on both sides of the coin? Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s history, how it became its own entity in 2019 and their overall innovation portfolio  The massive footprint that is Weaver Popcorn – from grocery brands to private label Jason’s take on emerging trends on snack foods and where popcorn fits in the market How food has changed over the last decade, including difficulty for startup innovation to grow in the space, better for you ingredients and automation on the manufacturing side The supply chain lessons learned from COVID and how companies have maybe pivoted to vertical integration to eliminate uncertainty       If and how the regulatory challenges are affecting Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s business What’s next for the company  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[﻿The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the food ag industry contributes roughly 1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP – that's a 5.5% share. It’s a market that continues to evolve as many factors – from consumers to regulatory challenges – create new opportunities for innovation and new products. This week we are joined by Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing CEO, Jason Kashman, to share perspective on food, health and what’s ahead. We dive into:  The overall landscape in the food manufacturing market, what Jason is seeing and what’s driving growth for brands Popcorn is a commodity and a finished good – are the challenges and turbulence the same on both sides of the coin? Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s history, how it became its own entity in 2019 and their overall innovation portfolio  The massive footprint that is Weaver Popcorn – from grocery brands to private label Jason’s take on emerging trends on snack foods and where popcorn fits in the market How food has changed over the last decade, including difficulty for startup innovation to grow in the space, better for you ingredients and automation on the manufacturing side The supply chain lessons learned from COVID and how companies have maybe pivoted to vertical integration to eliminate uncertainty       If and how the regulatory challenges are affecting Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s business What’s next for the company  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[﻿The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the food ag industry contributes roughly 1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP – that's a 5.5% share. It’s a market that continues to evolve as many factors – from consumers to regulatory challenges – create new opportunities for innovation and new products. This week we are joined by Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing CEO, Jason Kashman, to share perspective on food, health and what’s ahead. We dive into:  The overall landscape in the food manufacturing market, what Jason is seeing and what’s driving growth for brands Popcorn is a commodity and a finished good – are the challenges and turbulence the same on both sides of the coin? Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s history, how it became its own entity in 2019 and their overall innovation portfolio  The massive footprint that is Weaver Popcorn – from grocery brands to private label Jason’s take on emerging trends on snack foods and where popcorn fits in the market How food has changed over the last decade, including difficulty for startup innovation to grow in the space, better for you ingredients and automation on the manufacturing side The supply chain lessons learned from COVID and how companies have maybe pivoted to vertical integration to eliminate uncertainty       If and how the regulatory challenges are affecting Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing’s business What’s next for the company  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>﻿The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the food ag industry contributes roughly 1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP – that&#039;s a 5.5% share. It’s a market that continues to evolve as many factors – from consumers to regulatory challenge</itunes:summary>
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		<title>370. Purdue College of Veterinary Science&amp;rsquo;s Dr. Bret Marsh on building innovators of the future + their insurmountable opportunities</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The USDA just reported that there are 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states nationwide – the highest number ever. It’s a challenging environment, particularly when you consider veterinarians are on the front lines of battling avian influenza and dealing with a massively growing companion animal population. Dr. Bret Marsh, Dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, joins this week to help understand the evolution that’s happening in this space and how this gap is being tackled. We get into:  What he’s hearing from veterinarians in the field and those he works alongside on research How his past experience as Indiana’s State Veterinarian and now the Dean at Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine has shaped a unique perspective on where this segment of the agbioscience industry needs to evolve Balancing the need for veterinarians in the field with a deep need to continue innovation at Purdue University – and the need for veterinarians to do that, too The latest updates of what’s happening at the Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Areas that have Bret most intrigued right now – from avian influenza vaccines to OneHealth His optimism for the incoming class of veterinary students at Purdue and their insurmountable opportunities The top challenges that will need to be overcome in the industry in the coming years What’s on the horizon for Purdue’s College of Veterinary Science ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The USDA just reported that there are 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states nationwide – the highest number ever. It’s a challenging environment, particularly when you consider veterinarians are on the front lines of battling avian influenza and dealing with a massively growing companion animal population. Dr. Bret Marsh, Dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, joins this week to help understand the evolution that’s happening in this space and how this gap is being tackled. We get into:  What he’s hearing from veterinarians in the field and those he works alongside on research How his past experience as Indiana’s State Veterinarian and now the Dean at Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine has shaped a unique perspective on where this segment of the agbioscience industry needs to evolve Balancing the need for veterinarians in the field with a deep need to continue innovation at Purdue University – and the need for veterinarians to do that, too The latest updates of what’s happening at the Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Areas that have Bret most intrigued right now – from avian influenza vaccines to OneHealth His optimism for the incoming class of veterinary students at Purdue and their insurmountable opportunities The top challenges that will need to be overcome in the industry in the coming years What’s on the horizon for Purdue’s College of Veterinary Science ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The USDA just reported that there are 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states nationwide – the highest number ever. It’s a challenging environment, particularly when you consider veterinarians are on the front lines of battling avian influenza and dealing with a massively growing companion animal population. Dr. Bret Marsh, Dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, joins this week to help understand the evolution that’s happening in this space and how this gap is being tackled. We get into:  What he’s hearing from veterinarians in the field and those he works alongside on research How his past experience as Indiana’s State Veterinarian and now the Dean at Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine has shaped a unique perspective on where this segment of the agbioscience industry needs to evolve Balancing the need for veterinarians in the field with a deep need to continue innovation at Purdue University – and the need for veterinarians to do that, too The latest updates of what’s happening at the Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Areas that have Bret most intrigued right now – from avian influenza vaccines to OneHealth His optimism for the incoming class of veterinary students at Purdue and their insurmountable opportunities The top challenges that will need to be overcome in the industry in the coming years What’s on the horizon for Purdue’s College of Veterinary Science ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The USDA just reported that there are 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states nationwide – the highest number ever. It’s a challenging environment, particularly when you consider veterinarians are on the front lines of battling avian influenza </itunes:summary>
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		<title>369. Nuritas&amp;rsquo; Dr. Nora Khaldi on the power of peptides + harnessing science change the health of people + longevity</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/369-nuritas-dr-nora-khaldi-on-the-power-of-peptides-harnessing-science-change-the-health-of-people-longevity/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The global functional food ingredients market is expected to grow by $53 billion by 2028 according to Technavio. One pioneer, a scientist, is operating at the intersection of food and health and has become a functional food powerhouse. Dr. Nora Khaldi, CEO and Founder of Nuritas, joins us to talk ingredients, food and innovation. We get into:  What big companies are looking for right now when it comes to ingredient formulation, specifically around functional foods What a peptide is, and how it works Nuritas’ need product launch, PeptiSleep, and its ability to improve all four phases of sleep How Nora’s conversations go with big food brands when they understand the power of peptides The moments where she understood her own differentiation as an innovator Data’s value and the duration it takes to accrue it – and AI as a tool to fuel the system What’s ahead for Nuritas ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The global functional food ingredients market is expected to grow by $53 billion by 2028 according to Technavio. One pioneer, a scientist, is operating at the intersection of food and health and has become a functional food powerhouse. Dr. Nora Khaldi, CEO and Founder of Nuritas, joins us to talk ingredients, food and innovation. We get into:  What big companies are looking for right now when it comes to ingredient formulation, specifically around functional foods What a peptide is, and how it works Nuritas’ need product launch, PeptiSleep, and its ability to improve all four phases of sleep How Nora’s conversations go with big food brands when they understand the power of peptides The moments where she understood her own differentiation as an innovator Data’s value and the duration it takes to accrue it – and AI as a tool to fuel the system What’s ahead for Nuritas ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The global functional food ingredients market is expected to grow by $53 billion by 2028 according to Technavio. One pioneer, a scientist, is operating at the intersection of food and health and has become a functional food powerhouse. Dr. Nora Khaldi, CEO and Founder of Nuritas, joins us to talk ingredients, food and innovation. We get into:  What big companies are looking for right now when it comes to ingredient formulation, specifically around functional foods What a peptide is, and how it works Nuritas’ need product launch, PeptiSleep, and its ability to improve all four phases of sleep How Nora’s conversations go with big food brands when they understand the power of peptides The moments where she understood her own differentiation as an innovator Data’s value and the duration it takes to accrue it – and AI as a tool to fuel the system What’s ahead for Nuritas ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The global functional food ingredients market is expected to grow by $53 billion by 2028 according to Technavio. One pioneer, a scientist, is operating at the intersection of food and health and has become a functional food powerhouse. Dr. Nora Khaldi, CE</itunes:summary>
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		<title>368. Verility&amp;rsquo;s Liane Hart on leveraging AI to manage animal fertility + stabilize growing demand for protein</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/368-verilitys-liane-hart-on-leveraging-ai-to-manage-animal-fertility-stabilize-growing-demand-for-protein/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are roughly 86 million head of cattle and 74 million head of hogs in the US. That’s according to USDA – those numbers flat year over year in a market where the demand for animal protein is expected to be up 5% by 2033. It’s a math equation that creates a challenge but also creates an opportunity for innovation. Liane Hart, co-founder and CEO, of Verility joins us to talk animal health. She gets into:  The overall animal health market from both the veterinarian and producer perspective Animal fertility challenges and how Verility seeks to innovate in this area How farmers and ranchers currently manage a lack of fertility in production agriculture Verility’s platform, Fertile-Eyez, the first true AI fertility device in the animal health industry and its ability to remove all subjectivity of sperm analysis and ovulation detection How artificial intelligence is being leveraged to create accuracy and profitability for the producer Liane’s leap from Purdue student to Elanco employee to entrepreneur – including a stop to observe a technology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital Lessons she’s learned as an entrepreneur along the way and advice she’d share with those who might have an innovative idea in agbioscience What’s ahead for Verility ]]></description>
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	<itunes:summary>There are roughly 86 million head of cattle and 74 million head of hogs in the US. That’s according to USDA – those numbers flat year over year in a market where the demand for animal protein is expected to be up 5% by 2033. It’s a math equation tha</itunes:summary>
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		<title>367. Mitch Frazier recaps May, talks Liberation Labs + Vivici, Velocity $75K Demo Day + Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Indiana</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As Indiana's famous Month of May comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap big news for Mark Warner and LIberation Labs, look ahead to exciting new for AgriNovus' Velocity Demo Day and Indiana's hosting of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress next week. Mitch and Cayla also look ahead to his next career journey and talk about what's next for the podcast: Mark Warner talks Vivici partnership on the podcast: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/50e60709Velocity Demo Day is coming on 6/18. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/The Global Entrepreneurship Congress kicks off in Indianapolis next week! Agbioscience listeners can use the code ECOSYSTEM50]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[As Indiana's famous Month of May comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap big news for Mark Warner and LIberation Labs, look ahead to exciting new for AgriNovus' Velocity Demo Day and Indiana's hosting of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress next week. Mitch and Cayla also look ahead to his next career journey and talk about what's next for the podcast: Mark Warner talks Vivici partnership on the podcast: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/50e60709Velocity Demo Day is coming on 6/18. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/The Global Entrepreneurship Congress kicks off in Indianapolis next week! Agbioscience listeners can use the code ECOSYSTEM50]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[As Indiana's famous Month of May comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap big news for Mark Warner and LIberation Labs, look ahead to exciting new for AgriNovus' Velocity Demo Day and Indiana's hosting of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress next week. Mitch and Cayla also look ahead to his next career journey and talk about what's next for the podcast: Mark Warner talks Vivici partnership on the podcast: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/50e60709Velocity Demo Day is coming on 6/18. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/The Global Entrepreneurship Congress kicks off in Indianapolis next week! Agbioscience listeners can use the code ECOSYSTEM50]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>As Indiana&#039;s famous Month of May comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap big news for Mark Warner and LIberation Labs, look ahead to exciting new for AgriNovus&#039; Velocity Demo Day and Indiana&#039;s hosting of the Global Entrepreneurship C</itunes:summary>
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		<title>366. The Ugly Company&amp;rsquo;s Ben Moore on tackling food waste, innovating for consumer health + leading to serve</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/366-the-ugly-companys-ben-moore-on-tackling-food-waste-innovating-for-consumer-health-leading-to-serve/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted every year – that’s over 133 BILLION pounds. One farmer, turned soldier, turned entrepreneur is tackling that market. Ben Moore, founder of The Ugly Company, joins us to talk to fruit. We get into:  Ben’s connection to Indiana and how a farmer went on to create a trucking company that became The Ugly Company as it is today How damaged fruit with scars or other cosmetic issues because big business for Ben – The Ugly Company can now be found on store shelves of Target, Sam’s Club, Walmart and Whole Foods The Ugly Company’s goal to prevent food waste, where they are at in that target and how they hope to accelerate that goal in the future How the fruit becomes the product on shelves – The Ugly Process, if you will Ben’s advice for aspiring farmers, business owners and entrepreneurs and lessons he’s learned from leading his business and his time serving in the US Army What service looks like to him versus what it maybe looked like as a 22-year-old soldier What’s ahead for The Ugly Company – including further distribution and availability in schools ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted every year – that’s over 133 BILLION pounds. One farmer, turned soldier, turned entrepreneur is tackling that market. Ben Moore, founder of The Ugly Company, joins us to talk to fruit. We get into:  Ben’s connection to Indiana and how a farmer went on to create a trucking company that became The Ugly Company as it is today How damaged fruit with scars or other cosmetic issues because big business for Ben – The Ugly Company can now be found on store shelves of Target, Sam’s Club, Walmart and Whole Foods The Ugly Company’s goal to prevent food waste, where they are at in that target and how they hope to accelerate that goal in the future How the fruit becomes the product on shelves – The Ugly Process, if you will Ben’s advice for aspiring farmers, business owners and entrepreneurs and lessons he’s learned from leading his business and his time serving in the US Army What service looks like to him versus what it maybe looked like as a 22-year-old soldier What’s ahead for The Ugly Company – including further distribution and availability in schools ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The USDA estimates that between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted every year – that’s over 133 BILLION pounds. One farmer, turned soldier, turned entrepreneur is tackling that market. Ben Moore, founder of The Ugly Company, joins us to talk to fruit. We get into:  Ben’s connection to Indiana and how a farmer went on to create a trucking company that became The Ugly Company as it is today How damaged fruit with scars or other cosmetic issues because big business for Ben – The Ugly Company can now be found on store shelves of Target, Sam’s Club, Walmart and Whole Foods The Ugly Company’s goal to prevent food waste, where they are at in that target and how they hope to accelerate that goal in the future How the fruit becomes the product on shelves – The Ugly Process, if you will Ben’s advice for aspiring farmers, business owners and entrepreneurs and lessons he’s learned from leading his business and his time serving in the US Army What service looks like to him versus what it maybe looked like as a 22-year-old soldier What’s ahead for The Ugly Company – including further distribution and availability in schools ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The USDA estimates that between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted every year – that’s over 133 BILLION pounds. One farmer, turned soldier, turned entrepreneur is tackling that market. Ben Moore, founder of The Ugly Company, joins us to talk to fr</itunes:summary>
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		<title>365. Liberation Labs&amp;rsquo; Mark Warner on precision fermentation for food + beverage, the Vivici partnership + biomanufacturing&amp;rsquo;s future</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/365-liberation-labs-mark-warner-on-precision-fermentation-for-food-beverage-the-vivici-partnership-biomanufacturings-future/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global Market Insights predicts the precision fermentation market for food and beverage will grow from just about two billion in 2024 to 70 billion globally by 2034. That’s a staggering combined annual growth rate of nearly 40%. Liberation Labs is pioneering a new approach to precision fermentation at scale that borrows a page from the pharmaceutical industries playbook. Co-founder and CEO, Mark Warner, joins us to get into:  What exactly is precision fermentation? The challenge facing companies, particularly early-stage innovators, that Liberation Labs saw an opportunity to solve for with contract precision fermentation The company’s recent announcement of its first customer for the Indiana facility, Vivici, what they will do for them and what’s exciting about the partnership How Mark saw an opportunity in the pharmaceutical space that could be replicated in fermentation for agbioscience innovation Mark’s journey to fundraise for Liberation Labs Reflecting on the decision to put their facility in Indiana for access to talent, corn and transportation The biggest opportunities for growth – not just for Liberation Labs – but for precision fermentation as an industry Biomanufacturing’s importance to economic growth, but in urban and rural America What’s ahead for Liberation Labs ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Global Market Insights predicts the precision fermentation market for food and beverage will grow from just about two billion in 2024 to 70 billion globally by 2034. That’s a staggering combined annual growth rate of nearly 40%. Liberation Labs is pioneering a new approach to precision fermentation at scale that borrows a page from the pharmaceutical industries playbook. Co-founder and CEO, Mark Warner, joins us to get into:  What exactly is precision fermentation? The challenge facing companies, particularly early-stage innovators, that Liberation Labs saw an opportunity to solve for with contract precision fermentation The company’s recent announcement of its first customer for the Indiana facility, Vivici, what they will do for them and what’s exciting about the partnership How Mark saw an opportunity in the pharmaceutical space that could be replicated in fermentation for agbioscience innovation Mark’s journey to fundraise for Liberation Labs Reflecting on the decision to put their facility in Indiana for access to talent, corn and transportation The biggest opportunities for growth – not just for Liberation Labs – but for precision fermentation as an industry Biomanufacturing’s importance to economic growth, but in urban and rural America What’s ahead for Liberation Labs ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Global Market Insights predicts the precision fermentation market for food and beverage will grow from just about two billion in 2024 to 70 billion globally by 2034. That’s a staggering combined annual growth rate of nearly 40%. Liberation Labs is pioneering a new approach to precision fermentation at scale that borrows a page from the pharmaceutical industries playbook. Co-founder and CEO, Mark Warner, joins us to get into:  What exactly is precision fermentation? The challenge facing companies, particularly early-stage innovators, that Liberation Labs saw an opportunity to solve for with contract precision fermentation The company’s recent announcement of its first customer for the Indiana facility, Vivici, what they will do for them and what’s exciting about the partnership How Mark saw an opportunity in the pharmaceutical space that could be replicated in fermentation for agbioscience innovation Mark’s journey to fundraise for Liberation Labs Reflecting on the decision to put their facility in Indiana for access to talent, corn and transportation The biggest opportunities for growth – not just for Liberation Labs – but for precision fermentation as an industry Biomanufacturing’s importance to economic growth, but in urban and rural America What’s ahead for Liberation Labs ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Global Market Insights predicts the precision fermentation market for food and beverage will grow from just about two billion in 2024 to 70 billion globally by 2034. That’s a staggering combined annual growth rate of nearly 40%. Liberation Labs is pione</itunes:summary>
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		<title>364. Croft&amp;rsquo;s Scott Prince on the ag labor market, H-2A&#39;s administrative hurdles + innovating a streamlined solution for the farmer</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/364-crofts-scott-prince-on-the-ag-labor-market-h-2as-administrative-hurdles-innovating-a-streamlined-solution-for-the-farmer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>363. Oaken&amp;rsquo;s Shashi Raghunandan talks the landowner + farmer relationship, agtech that saves time + money</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/363-oakens-shashi-raghunandan-talks-the-landowner-farmer-relationship-agtech-that-saves-time-money/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The American Farm Bureau estimates that roughly 40% of US farmland is either rented of leased. It’s a reality that creates a labyrinth of contracts and agreements between farmers and landowners that the two have to navigate together. One entrepreneur is turning to the power of software to transform that challenge into an opportunity that makes that relationship a little easier to navigate. Shashi Raghunandan, CEO of Oaken, joins us to talk the complex web between landowners and farm operators. We get into:  The existing challenge between landowners and farmers, especially as farms grow to significant acreage Oaken as a platform not only manage multiple contracts for large acre farms but to also manage the unique specifics of each individual deal  How the migration to cloud-based technologies like Oaken balance in an industry like agriculture that is largely relationship-based The feedback farmer customers are giving on the Oaken platform thus far Shashi’s background in payments and financial services and how it paved the way to him connecting with Purdue DIAL Ventures and eventually leading Oaken What to expect from Oaken in the next 12-18 months  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The American Farm Bureau estimates that roughly 40% of US farmland is either rented of leased. It’s a reality that creates a labyrinth of contracts and agreements between farmers and landowners that the two have to navigate together. One entrepreneur is turning to the power of software to transform that challenge into an opportunity that makes that relationship a little easier to navigate. Shashi Raghunandan, CEO of Oaken, joins us to talk the complex web between landowners and farm operators. We get into:  The existing challenge between landowners and farmers, especially as farms grow to significant acreage Oaken as a platform not only manage multiple contracts for large acre farms but to also manage the unique specifics of each individual deal  How the migration to cloud-based technologies like Oaken balance in an industry like agriculture that is largely relationship-based The feedback farmer customers are giving on the Oaken platform thus far Shashi’s background in payments and financial services and how it paved the way to him connecting with Purdue DIAL Ventures and eventually leading Oaken What to expect from Oaken in the next 12-18 months  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The American Farm Bureau estimates that roughly 40% of US farmland is either rented of leased. It’s a reality that creates a labyrinth of contracts and agreements between farmers and landowners that the two have to navigate together. One entrepreneur is turning to the power of software to transform that challenge into an opportunity that makes that relationship a little easier to navigate. Shashi Raghunandan, CEO of Oaken, joins us to talk the complex web between landowners and farm operators. We get into:  The existing challenge between landowners and farmers, especially as farms grow to significant acreage Oaken as a platform not only manage multiple contracts for large acre farms but to also manage the unique specifics of each individual deal  How the migration to cloud-based technologies like Oaken balance in an industry like agriculture that is largely relationship-based The feedback farmer customers are giving on the Oaken platform thus far Shashi’s background in payments and financial services and how it paved the way to him connecting with Purdue DIAL Ventures and eventually leading Oaken What to expect from Oaken in the next 12-18 months  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The American Farm Bureau estimates that roughly 40% of US farmland is either rented of leased. It’s a reality that creates a labyrinth of contracts and agreements between farmers and landowners that the two have to navigate together. One entrepreneur is</itunes:summary>
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		<title>362. Mitch Frazier recaps April, talks Midwest resilience + looks ahead to Quadrant + Velocity&#39;s first Demo Day</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/362-mitch-frazier-recaps-april-talks-midwest-resilience-looks-ahead-to-quadrant-velocitys-first-demo-day/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[At the end of April, AgriNovus CEO Mitch Frazier jumps on the podcast with Cayla Chiddister to recap the month gone by and events coming up, including: Recent travels and discussions around how the Midwest can add additional value to its commodities, an existing strength and something we've done time and again. Mitch recently spoke with AgFunder News' Elaine Watson on challenges meeting opportunities in this tough environment right now and how "pessimists might sound smart, but it's the optimists who will win. That story is here.Our next Quadrant event is coming up in Indianapolis focused on the evolution of food ingredients based on shifting consumer preferences, how food companies are responding and what that means for farmers. You can register for the free event here.Quadrant's discussion aligns nicely with a gigantic event -- The Sweets and Snacks Expo (learn more here).Field Atlas just closed its May Company Tour application window, but August is still open for college students to apply. Learn more here.Velocity Demo Day is coming up June 18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Register for the free event here.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[At the end of April, AgriNovus CEO Mitch Frazier jumps on the podcast with Cayla Chiddister to recap the month gone by and events coming up, including: Recent travels and discussions around how the Midwest can add additional value to its commodities, an existing strength and something we've done time and again. Mitch recently spoke with AgFunder News' Elaine Watson on challenges meeting opportunities in this tough environment right now and how "pessimists might sound smart, but it's the optimists who will win. That story is here.Our next Quadrant event is coming up in Indianapolis focused on the evolution of food ingredients based on shifting consumer preferences, how food companies are responding and what that means for farmers. You can register for the free event here.Quadrant's discussion aligns nicely with a gigantic event -- The Sweets and Snacks Expo (learn more here).Field Atlas just closed its May Company Tour application window, but August is still open for college students to apply. Learn more here.Velocity Demo Day is coming up June 18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Register for the free event here.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[At the end of April, AgriNovus CEO Mitch Frazier jumps on the podcast with Cayla Chiddister to recap the month gone by and events coming up, including: Recent travels and discussions around how the Midwest can add additional value to its commodities, an existing strength and something we've done time and again. Mitch recently spoke with AgFunder News' Elaine Watson on challenges meeting opportunities in this tough environment right now and how "pessimists might sound smart, but it's the optimists who will win. That story is here.Our next Quadrant event is coming up in Indianapolis focused on the evolution of food ingredients based on shifting consumer preferences, how food companies are responding and what that means for farmers. You can register for the free event here.Quadrant's discussion aligns nicely with a gigantic event -- The Sweets and Snacks Expo (learn more here).Field Atlas just closed its May Company Tour application window, but August is still open for college students to apply. Learn more here.Velocity Demo Day is coming up June 18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Register for the free event here.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>At the end of April, AgriNovus CEO Mitch Frazier jumps on the podcast with Cayla Chiddister to recap the month gone by and events coming up, including: Recent travels and discussions around how the Midwest can add additional value to its commodities, an e</itunes:summary>
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		<title>361. IBOAH&amp;rsquo;s Dr. Kelli Werling on animal disease pressure, biosecurity risks + farmers innovating to combat the spread</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/361-iboahs-dr-kelli-werling-on-animal-disease-pressure-biosecurity-risks-farmers-innovating-to-combat-the-spread/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The USDA calls biosecurity the cornerstone of animal livestock production and it’s one that’s taken center stage of late as farmers have battled disease. Dr. Kelli Werling, Director of Animal Health Programs at the Indiana Board of Animal Health, joins to talk biosecurity, how farmers are protecting the farm and how the spread of disease among animal production is ultimately impacting consumers. We get into:  The current state of biosecurity across the Midwest, avian flu’s impact three years into its reign and how farmers are working to attempt further spread on their operations Consumer pressure being felt by avian flu and how egg prices are being impacted The migration of the disease from birds to other species – from cattle to cats – and why it’s happening As a regulatory body, IBOAH balancing the heightened state of alert, practicality of science and emotion Where Kelli sees new innovations emerging on farms to combat the spread of disease The best defense to avian flu – is a good offense What IBOAH sees ahead with disease pressure and their call to action for farmers and industry alike  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The USDA calls biosecurity the cornerstone of animal livestock production and it’s one that’s taken center stage of late as farmers have battled disease. Dr. Kelli Werling, Director of Animal Health Programs at the Indiana Board of Animal Health, joins to talk biosecurity, how farmers are protecting the farm and how the spread of disease among animal production is ultimately impacting consumers. We get into:  The current state of biosecurity across the Midwest, avian flu’s impact three years into its reign and how farmers are working to attempt further spread on their operations Consumer pressure being felt by avian flu and how egg prices are being impacted The migration of the disease from birds to other species – from cattle to cats – and why it’s happening As a regulatory body, IBOAH balancing the heightened state of alert, practicality of science and emotion Where Kelli sees new innovations emerging on farms to combat the spread of disease The best defense to avian flu – is a good offense What IBOAH sees ahead with disease pressure and their call to action for farmers and industry alike  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The USDA calls biosecurity the cornerstone of animal livestock production and it’s one that’s taken center stage of late as farmers have battled disease. Dr. Kelli Werling, Director of Animal Health Programs at the Indiana Board of Animal Health, joins to talk biosecurity, how farmers are protecting the farm and how the spread of disease among animal production is ultimately impacting consumers. We get into:  The current state of biosecurity across the Midwest, avian flu’s impact three years into its reign and how farmers are working to attempt further spread on their operations Consumer pressure being felt by avian flu and how egg prices are being impacted The migration of the disease from birds to other species – from cattle to cats – and why it’s happening As a regulatory body, IBOAH balancing the heightened state of alert, practicality of science and emotion Where Kelli sees new innovations emerging on farms to combat the spread of disease The best defense to avian flu – is a good offense What IBOAH sees ahead with disease pressure and their call to action for farmers and industry alike  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The USDA calls biosecurity the cornerstone of animal livestock production and it’s one that’s taken center stage of late as farmers have battled disease. Dr. Kelli Werling, Director of Animal Health Programs at the Indiana Board of Animal Health, join</itunes:summary>
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		<title>360. BONUS: The FBI&amp;rsquo;s Herb Stapleton on the complexity of threats affecting agbioscience + calls to action for defense</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/360-bonus-the-fbis-herb-stapleton-on-the-complexity-of-threats-affecting-agbioscience-calls-to-action-for-defense/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Agbioscience was on-site at the Indiana Farm Bureau’s Ag Threats and Security Summit in March and had a chance to sit down with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)’s Special Agent in Charge Herb Stapleton to talk all things biosecurity. We get into:  The complex labyrinth of threats and risks affecting agriculture in the Midwest and across the United States How threats to agriculture are evolving and what that evolution means for farmers and agbioscience companies alike As Special Agent in Charge, what Herb has witnessed as the most prevalent cyber threats to ag across the Midwest in recent years Herb’s perspective on the relationship between food security and national security What controls farmers and agbioscience companies can put in place to be prepared Action items Herb hopes attendees take from the event – from the simple to the complex ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agbioscience was on-site at the Indiana Farm Bureau’s Ag Threats and Security Summit in March and had a chance to sit down with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)’s Special Agent in Charge Herb Stapleton to talk all things biosecurity. We get into:  The complex labyrinth of threats and risks affecting agriculture in the Midwest and across the United States How threats to agriculture are evolving and what that evolution means for farmers and agbioscience companies alike As Special Agent in Charge, what Herb has witnessed as the most prevalent cyber threats to ag across the Midwest in recent years Herb’s perspective on the relationship between food security and national security What controls farmers and agbioscience companies can put in place to be prepared Action items Herb hopes attendees take from the event – from the simple to the complex ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Agbioscience was on-site at the Indiana Farm Bureau’s Ag Threats and Security Summit in March and had a chance to sit down with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)’s Special Agent in Charge Herb Stapleton to talk all things biosecurity. We get into:  The complex labyrinth of threats and risks affecting agriculture in the Midwest and across the United States How threats to agriculture are evolving and what that evolution means for farmers and agbioscience companies alike As Special Agent in Charge, what Herb has witnessed as the most prevalent cyber threats to ag across the Midwest in recent years Herb’s perspective on the relationship between food security and national security What controls farmers and agbioscience companies can put in place to be prepared Action items Herb hopes attendees take from the event – from the simple to the complex ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Agbioscience was on-site at the Indiana Farm Bureau’s Ag Threats and Security Summit in March and had a chance to sit down with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)’s Special Agent in Charge Herb Stapleton to talk all things biosecurity. We get i</itunes:summary>
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		<title>359. Dr. Mahsa Vazin on PawCo Foods leveraging AI to optimize pet nutrition + disruption in pet health innovation</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/359-dr-mahsa-vazin-on-pawco-foods-leveraging-ai-to-optimize-pet-nutrition-disruption-in-pet-health-innovation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 08:04:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pet ownership in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past three decades according to Forbes – showing 66% of households own a pet. That’s almost 87 million houses, up 58% from 1988. Staggering growth drives dramatic need for innovation in pet health...and pet food. Dr. Mahsa Vazin, CEO and founder of PawCo Foods, joins us fresh off a venture capital raise to talk innovation and what’s ahead, including: The overall macro challenges in the pet health market, including obesity in dogs and cats How the pet food market is responding to a consumer desire and demand for more nutrient-dense food for their companion animals How plant-based brands are capturing market share in the pet health space PawCo’s leveraging of AI in tandem with nutritionists to optimize recipe formulations The company’s recent venture capital raise and what it will enable them to expand and do in the future Investor feedback, questions and response to the PawCo model during the recent fundraise Mahsa approach to driving sales for PawCo  What’s on the horizon for the company as it continues its growth trajectory ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Pet ownership in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past three decades according to Forbes – showing 66% of households own a pet. That’s almost 87 million houses, up 58% from 1988. Staggering growth drives dramatic need for innovation in pet health...and pet food. Dr. Mahsa Vazin, CEO and founder of PawCo Foods, joins us fresh off a venture capital raise to talk innovation and what’s ahead, including: The overall macro challenges in the pet health market, including obesity in dogs and cats How the pet food market is responding to a consumer desire and demand for more nutrient-dense food for their companion animals How plant-based brands are capturing market share in the pet health space PawCo’s leveraging of AI in tandem with nutritionists to optimize recipe formulations The company’s recent venture capital raise and what it will enable them to expand and do in the future Investor feedback, questions and response to the PawCo model during the recent fundraise Mahsa approach to driving sales for PawCo  What’s on the horizon for the company as it continues its growth trajectory ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Pet ownership in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past three decades according to Forbes – showing 66% of households own a pet. That’s almost 87 million houses, up 58% from 1988. Staggering growth drives dramatic need for innovation in pet health...and pet food. Dr. Mahsa Vazin, CEO and founder of PawCo Foods, joins us fresh off a venture capital raise to talk innovation and what’s ahead, including: The overall macro challenges in the pet health market, including obesity in dogs and cats How the pet food market is responding to a consumer desire and demand for more nutrient-dense food for their companion animals How plant-based brands are capturing market share in the pet health space PawCo’s leveraging of AI in tandem with nutritionists to optimize recipe formulations The company’s recent venture capital raise and what it will enable them to expand and do in the future Investor feedback, questions and response to the PawCo model during the recent fundraise Mahsa approach to driving sales for PawCo  What’s on the horizon for the company as it continues its growth trajectory ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Pet ownership in the U.S. has increased dramatically over the past three decades according to Forbes – showing 66% of households own a pet. That’s almost 87 million houses, up 58% from 1988. Staggering growth drives dramatic need for innovation in pet</itunes:summary>
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		<title>358. Keystone Cooperative&amp;rsquo;s Phil Brewer on farmer-led innovation + the evolution of service provider to on-farm business partner</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/358-keystone-cooperatives-phil-brewer-on-farmer-led-innovation-the-evolution-of-service-provider-to-on-farm-business-partner/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With 2.4 million U.S. agriculture jobs to fill each year and an unemployment rate that still remains below 5%, leaders in agbioscience and farmers are facing a challenge. Like the rest of the economy, they’re in a battle for talent. One unique ally in agriculture is the cooperative system, a collective buying group and service provider network that’s serving American farmers. Phil Brewer, Vice President of Strategy at Keystone Cooperative, joins us to talk about the evolution of the cooperative from what it was – to what it is. We get into:  Keystone Cooperative’s footprint across Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan and the health of farmers heading into planting season The evolution of the cooperative system over the last two decades – from service provider to business partner How the farmer-led model of a cooperative ultimately drives adoption of new innovation and fills gaps for its members on their operations  Areas where Keystone needs to move quicker and capture market opportunities to deliver value to farmers How they approach working with small companies and early-stage, venture-backed innovators ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[With 2.4 million U.S. agriculture jobs to fill each year and an unemployment rate that still remains below 5%, leaders in agbioscience and farmers are facing a challenge. Like the rest of the economy, they’re in a battle for talent. One unique ally in agriculture is the cooperative system, a collective buying group and service provider network that’s serving American farmers. Phil Brewer, Vice President of Strategy at Keystone Cooperative, joins us to talk about the evolution of the cooperative from what it was – to what it is. We get into:  Keystone Cooperative’s footprint across Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan and the health of farmers heading into planting season The evolution of the cooperative system over the last two decades – from service provider to business partner How the farmer-led model of a cooperative ultimately drives adoption of new innovation and fills gaps for its members on their operations  Areas where Keystone needs to move quicker and capture market opportunities to deliver value to farmers How they approach working with small companies and early-stage, venture-backed innovators ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[With 2.4 million U.S. agriculture jobs to fill each year and an unemployment rate that still remains below 5%, leaders in agbioscience and farmers are facing a challenge. Like the rest of the economy, they’re in a battle for talent. One unique ally in agriculture is the cooperative system, a collective buying group and service provider network that’s serving American farmers. Phil Brewer, Vice President of Strategy at Keystone Cooperative, joins us to talk about the evolution of the cooperative from what it was – to what it is. We get into:  Keystone Cooperative’s footprint across Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan and the health of farmers heading into planting season The evolution of the cooperative system over the last two decades – from service provider to business partner How the farmer-led model of a cooperative ultimately drives adoption of new innovation and fills gaps for its members on their operations  Areas where Keystone needs to move quicker and capture market opportunities to deliver value to farmers How they approach working with small companies and early-stage, venture-backed innovators ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>With 2.4 million U.S. agriculture jobs to fill each year and an unemployment rate that still remains below 5%, leaders in agbioscience and farmers are facing a challenge. Like the rest of the economy, they’re in a battle for talent. One unique ally in a</itunes:summary>
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		<title>357. Conner Prairie&amp;rsquo;s Ronda Hamm on becoming The Smithsonian of the Midwest focused on food and agriculture</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/357-conner-prairies-ronda-hamm-on-becoming-the-smithsonian-of-the-midwest-focused-on-food-and-agriculture/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The power of experience is undeniable. The context it creates, the insight that it develops is far more than could be accomplished than by simply reading. Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s founding fathers, I think, said it best. “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll learn.”  Dr. Ronda Hamm, Director of Food, Farm and Energy Experience and Conner Prairie, joins this week to talk experiential learning and what lies ahead for the National Register of Historic Places in the coming years. We get into:  Ronda’s scientific background and how she’s seen biology accelerate innovation over the last two decades Her love for entomology – that’s it – she loves bugs The exciting idea that science is continuing to educate itself, always evolving – and the endless career possibilities that it can present  The Food, Farm and Energy Experience at Conner Prairie – what it is, what it’s designed to bring to consumers and industry alike – from grower to grocer How she hopes this new addition to Conner Prairie engages a new generation of agbioscience workforce – and to understand that it expands well beyond farmers to supply chain, food scientists, data analysts and more Her ambition for this site to become The Smithsonian of the Midwest focused on food and agriculture A call to action for industry wanting to be involved in this project and timelines for when to expect this to be rolled out at Conner Prairie ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The power of experience is undeniable. The context it creates, the insight that it develops is far more than could be accomplished than by simply reading. Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s founding fathers, I think, said it best. “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll learn.”  Dr. Ronda Hamm, Director of Food, Farm and Energy Experience and Conner Prairie, joins this week to talk experiential learning and what lies ahead for the National Register of Historic Places in the coming years. We get into:  Ronda’s scientific background and how she’s seen biology accelerate innovation over the last two decades Her love for entomology – that’s it – she loves bugs The exciting idea that science is continuing to educate itself, always evolving – and the endless career possibilities that it can present  The Food, Farm and Energy Experience at Conner Prairie – what it is, what it’s designed to bring to consumers and industry alike – from grower to grocer How she hopes this new addition to Conner Prairie engages a new generation of agbioscience workforce – and to understand that it expands well beyond farmers to supply chain, food scientists, data analysts and more Her ambition for this site to become The Smithsonian of the Midwest focused on food and agriculture A call to action for industry wanting to be involved in this project and timelines for when to expect this to be rolled out at Conner Prairie ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The power of experience is undeniable. The context it creates, the insight that it develops is far more than could be accomplished than by simply reading. Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s founding fathers, I think, said it best. “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll learn.”  Dr. Ronda Hamm, Director of Food, Farm and Energy Experience and Conner Prairie, joins this week to talk experiential learning and what lies ahead for the National Register of Historic Places in the coming years. We get into:  Ronda’s scientific background and how she’s seen biology accelerate innovation over the last two decades Her love for entomology – that’s it – she loves bugs The exciting idea that science is continuing to educate itself, always evolving – and the endless career possibilities that it can present  The Food, Farm and Energy Experience at Conner Prairie – what it is, what it’s designed to bring to consumers and industry alike – from grower to grocer How she hopes this new addition to Conner Prairie engages a new generation of agbioscience workforce – and to understand that it expands well beyond farmers to supply chain, food scientists, data analysts and more Her ambition for this site to become The Smithsonian of the Midwest focused on food and agriculture A call to action for industry wanting to be involved in this project and timelines for when to expect this to be rolled out at Conner Prairie ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The power of experience is undeniable. The context it creates, the insight that it develops is far more than could be accomplished than by simply reading. Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s founding fathers, I think, said it best. “Tell me and I f</itunes:summary>
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		<title>355.  Claudia Nari on Inari&amp;rsquo;s unique advantage + gene editing as a new paradigm in agbioscience</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/355-claudia-nari-on-inaris-unique-advantage-gene-editing-as-a-new-paradigm-in-agbioscience/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:05:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gene editing in plants – it's been heralded as the next step-function change in the advancement of agriculture. One Indiana company is advancing the technology fresh off a $144 million venture capital raise. Claudia Nari, Chief Product Officer of Inari, joins today to talk through this historic time for gene editing and biotechnology at large. They get into:  From speed to precision, Claudia lays out the differentiation of gene editing to other types of plant breeding Crops of focus for Inari right now and stresses they’re focused on to enable farmer success The company’s recent venture capital raise, their value proposition and educating investors Inari’s unique advantage (knowing what to do, having the tools to do it and being able to do those at the same time) The status of field trials and what commercialization will look like for Inari Biggest problems in-field to be solved through gene editing – from yield to resource efficiencies Regulatory hurdles and Claudia’s perspective on the acceptance of gene editing as a technology When will Inari technology be in customer fields? And what’s next? ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Gene editing in plants – it's been heralded as the next step-function change in the advancement of agriculture. One Indiana company is advancing the technology fresh off a $144 million venture capital raise. Claudia Nari, Chief Product Officer of Inari, joins today to talk through this historic time for gene editing and biotechnology at large. They get into:  From speed to precision, Claudia lays out the differentiation of gene editing to other types of plant breeding Crops of focus for Inari right now and stresses they’re focused on to enable farmer success The company’s recent venture capital raise, their value proposition and educating investors Inari’s unique advantage (knowing what to do, having the tools to do it and being able to do those at the same time) The status of field trials and what commercialization will look like for Inari Biggest problems in-field to be solved through gene editing – from yield to resource efficiencies Regulatory hurdles and Claudia’s perspective on the acceptance of gene editing as a technology When will Inari technology be in customer fields? And what’s next? ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Gene editing in plants – it's been heralded as the next step-function change in the advancement of agriculture. One Indiana company is advancing the technology fresh off a $144 million venture capital raise. Claudia Nari, Chief Product Officer of Inari, joins today to talk through this historic time for gene editing and biotechnology at large. They get into:  From speed to precision, Claudia lays out the differentiation of gene editing to other types of plant breeding Crops of focus for Inari right now and stresses they’re focused on to enable farmer success The company’s recent venture capital raise, their value proposition and educating investors Inari’s unique advantage (knowing what to do, having the tools to do it and being able to do those at the same time) The status of field trials and what commercialization will look like for Inari Biggest problems in-field to be solved through gene editing – from yield to resource efficiencies Regulatory hurdles and Claudia’s perspective on the acceptance of gene editing as a technology When will Inari technology be in customer fields? And what’s next? ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Gene editing in plants – it&#039;s been heralded as the next step-function change in the advancement of agriculture. One Indiana company is advancing the technology fresh off a $144 million venture capital raise. Claudia Nari, Chief Product Officer of Inari</itunes:summary>
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		<title>356. Mitch Frazier recaps March from Indiana Farm Bureau&amp;rsquo;s Ag Threats + Security Summit</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/356-mitch-frazier-recaps-march-from-indiana-farm-bureaus-ag-threats-security-summit/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:03:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Agbioscience comes to you from the first ever Indiana Farm Bureau Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit hosted in partnership with Beck’s Hybrids, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. We had the opportunity to speak with Megan Ritter (Indiana Farm Bureau), Herb Stapleton (FBI) and Aaron Pierce (Pierce Aerospace) on the breadth, timeliness and criticality of keeping farming operations secure to maintain a safe, abundant food supply.  We also cover:  A March Quadrant recap and a look ahead to our May 14 event. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/ Big pre-seed funding news for startup Gripp. Listen to their recent episode of Agbioscience here: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/f0137c47 ReproHealth Technologies as the winner of the first-ever Agbioscience Innovator Award at the TechPoint Mira Awards  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agbioscience comes to you from the first ever Indiana Farm Bureau Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit hosted in partnership with Beck’s Hybrids, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. We had the opportunity to speak with Megan Ritter (Indiana Farm Bureau), Herb Stapleton (FBI) and Aaron Pierce (Pierce Aerospace) on the breadth, timeliness and criticality of keeping farming operations secure to maintain a safe, abundant food supply.  We also cover:  A March Quadrant recap and a look ahead to our May 14 event. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/ Big pre-seed funding news for startup Gripp. Listen to their recent episode of Agbioscience here: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/f0137c47 ReproHealth Technologies as the winner of the first-ever Agbioscience Innovator Award at the TechPoint Mira Awards  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Agbioscience comes to you from the first ever Indiana Farm Bureau Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit hosted in partnership with Beck’s Hybrids, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. We had the opportunity to speak with Megan Ritter (Indiana Farm Bureau), Herb Stapleton (FBI) and Aaron Pierce (Pierce Aerospace) on the breadth, timeliness and criticality of keeping farming operations secure to maintain a safe, abundant food supply.  We also cover:  A March Quadrant recap and a look ahead to our May 14 event. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/ Big pre-seed funding news for startup Gripp. Listen to their recent episode of Agbioscience here: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/f0137c47 ReproHealth Technologies as the winner of the first-ever Agbioscience Innovator Award at the TechPoint Mira Awards  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Agbioscience comes to you from the first ever Indiana Farm Bureau Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit hosted in partnership with Beck’s Hybrids, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. We had the opportunity to speak wi</itunes:summary>
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		<title>354.  TerraForce&amp;rsquo;s Mike Jacob on farmer-led innovation, solving for the labor gap + jobs to be done</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/354-terraforces-mike-jacob-on-farmer-led-innovation-solving-for-the-labor-gap-jobs-to-be-done/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Economic Policy Institute estimates there are 2.4 million employees in U.S. agriculture and Purdue finds that 40% of new ag jobs go unfilled. One entrepreneur is turning to computer vision, artificial intelligence and robotics – maybe a little autonomy – to try to address these challenges facing farmers. Mike Jacob, founder and CEO of TerraForce, joins to talk farmer-led innovation, solving for the labor gap and jobs to be done. We get into:  The overview of the farm labor market, its challenges and where TerraForce specifically focuses right now in the specialty melon crop market What challenges face melon producers when it comes to harvest How Mike sees this new era of AI and computer vision shaping precision in agbioscience innovation What TerraForce does, solving labor challenges and how they plan to tackle a real problem facing farmers Mike gets into seeing his first melon harvest, identifying the problem to be solved and innovating from there The criticality of melons – yes melons – to make an impact on his community as an entrepreneur Where the TerraForce product sits today and how regional producers are the critical testbed to the company’s success TerraForce’s recent fundraise and what it will enable them to do Mike’s take on the ag’s jobs to be done: ag becoming less optimized and finding ways to become more resilient to big changes ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Economic Policy Institute estimates there are 2.4 million employees in U.S. agriculture and Purdue finds that 40% of new ag jobs go unfilled. One entrepreneur is turning to computer vision, artificial intelligence and robotics – maybe a little autonomy – to try to address these challenges facing farmers. Mike Jacob, founder and CEO of TerraForce, joins to talk farmer-led innovation, solving for the labor gap and jobs to be done. We get into:  The overview of the farm labor market, its challenges and where TerraForce specifically focuses right now in the specialty melon crop market What challenges face melon producers when it comes to harvest How Mike sees this new era of AI and computer vision shaping precision in agbioscience innovation What TerraForce does, solving labor challenges and how they plan to tackle a real problem facing farmers Mike gets into seeing his first melon harvest, identifying the problem to be solved and innovating from there The criticality of melons – yes melons – to make an impact on his community as an entrepreneur Where the TerraForce product sits today and how regional producers are the critical testbed to the company’s success TerraForce’s recent fundraise and what it will enable them to do Mike’s take on the ag’s jobs to be done: ag becoming less optimized and finding ways to become more resilient to big changes ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The Economic Policy Institute estimates there are 2.4 million employees in U.S. agriculture and Purdue finds that 40% of new ag jobs go unfilled. One entrepreneur is turning to computer vision, artificial intelligence and robotics – maybe a little autonomy – to try to address these challenges facing farmers. Mike Jacob, founder and CEO of TerraForce, joins to talk farmer-led innovation, solving for the labor gap and jobs to be done. We get into:  The overview of the farm labor market, its challenges and where TerraForce specifically focuses right now in the specialty melon crop market What challenges face melon producers when it comes to harvest How Mike sees this new era of AI and computer vision shaping precision in agbioscience innovation What TerraForce does, solving labor challenges and how they plan to tackle a real problem facing farmers Mike gets into seeing his first melon harvest, identifying the problem to be solved and innovating from there The criticality of melons – yes melons – to make an impact on his community as an entrepreneur Where the TerraForce product sits today and how regional producers are the critical testbed to the company’s success TerraForce’s recent fundraise and what it will enable them to do Mike’s take on the ag’s jobs to be done: ag becoming less optimized and finding ways to become more resilient to big changes ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The Economic Policy Institute estimates there are 2.4 million employees in U.S. agriculture and Purdue finds that 40% of new ag jobs go unfilled. One entrepreneur is turning to computer vision, artificial intelligence and robotics – maybe a little auton</itunes:summary>
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		<title>353. BONUS: Corteva&amp;rsquo;s Brook Cunningham and Kearney&amp;rsquo;s Rob Dongoski from World AgriTech in San Francisco</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/353-bonus-cortevas-brook-cunningham-and-kearneys-rob-dongoski-from-world-agritech-in-san-francisco/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stage content at events like World AgriTech is always of highest quality but there are conversations happening behind the scenes that give a sense of what’s happening in the industry. Brook Cunningham, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Corteva Agriscience, and Rob Dongoski, Food and Agribusiness Leader at Kearney, joined us for a conversation at World AgriTech to get perspective on many topics, including:  A volatile market – and the reminder that it’s also cyclical The tipping point for investors and the critical questions they have beyond just yield at this point in time Corteva’s balanced approach between internal and external innovation and the company’s areas of focus when it comes to investment and partnership How Kearney is advising companies seeking investment – of all sizes – in this volatile time (hint: don’t go it alone) Areas of innovation that are seeing traction from investors The importance of creating certainty around the noise – from regulatory to policy and beyond How they both see this market cycle differently than past cycles The role of food and consumers in this next evolution of food and agriculture Crystal ball: what are the conversations at World AgriTech like five years from now? ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Stage content at events like World AgriTech is always of highest quality but there are conversations happening behind the scenes that give a sense of what’s happening in the industry. Brook Cunningham, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Corteva Agriscience, and Rob Dongoski, Food and Agribusiness Leader at Kearney, joined us for a conversation at World AgriTech to get perspective on many topics, including:  A volatile market – and the reminder that it’s also cyclical The tipping point for investors and the critical questions they have beyond just yield at this point in time Corteva’s balanced approach between internal and external innovation and the company’s areas of focus when it comes to investment and partnership How Kearney is advising companies seeking investment – of all sizes – in this volatile time (hint: don’t go it alone) Areas of innovation that are seeing traction from investors The importance of creating certainty around the noise – from regulatory to policy and beyond How they both see this market cycle differently than past cycles The role of food and consumers in this next evolution of food and agriculture Crystal ball: what are the conversations at World AgriTech like five years from now? ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Stage content at events like World AgriTech is always of highest quality but there are conversations happening behind the scenes that give a sense of what’s happening in the industry. Brook Cunningham, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Corteva Agriscience, and Rob Dongoski, Food and Agribusiness Leader at Kearney, joined us for a conversation at World AgriTech to get perspective on many topics, including:  A volatile market – and the reminder that it’s also cyclical The tipping point for investors and the critical questions they have beyond just yield at this point in time Corteva’s balanced approach between internal and external innovation and the company’s areas of focus when it comes to investment and partnership How Kearney is advising companies seeking investment – of all sizes – in this volatile time (hint: don’t go it alone) Areas of innovation that are seeing traction from investors The importance of creating certainty around the noise – from regulatory to policy and beyond How they both see this market cycle differently than past cycles The role of food and consumers in this next evolution of food and agriculture Crystal ball: what are the conversations at World AgriTech like five years from now? ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Stage content at events like World AgriTech is always of highest quality but there are conversations happening behind the scenes that give a sense of what’s happening in the industry. Brook Cunningham, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at</itunes:summary>
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		<title>352. Beck&amp;rsquo;s Hybrids&amp;rsquo; Brad Fruth on agbiosciences&amp;rsquo; go-to market differentiation + the criticality of customer trust</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/352-becks-hybrids-brad-fruth-on-agbiosciences-go-to-market-differentiation-the-criticality-of-customer-trust/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Identifying customer needs – jobs to be done – it's the core of innovation. But what are the jobs that need to be done? What are those things left undone as we head into the 2025 growing season? And what does the current economy, trade environment and overall farm sentiment mean for innovators and the farmers they serve? Brad Fruth, Director of Innovation at Beck’s Hybrids, joins this week to make sense of it all. We get into:  What’s on farmers minds given the current state of the ag economy Big trends Brad is seeing aside from the macroeconomic headwinds and tailwinds The role of biologicals and seed traits in this current economy Beck’s approach to innovation and helping emerging companies bring new ideas to market The differentiation of go-to market in ag versus other industries and the criticality of patient capital from VCs Areas for great impact in agtech right now as Brad sees it The importance of staying lean when you’re starting up and recalling really great technologies that didn’t hit the market because they ballooned and got too big, too fast ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Identifying customer needs – jobs to be done – it's the core of innovation. But what are the jobs that need to be done? What are those things left undone as we head into the 2025 growing season? And what does the current economy, trade environment and overall farm sentiment mean for innovators and the farmers they serve? Brad Fruth, Director of Innovation at Beck’s Hybrids, joins this week to make sense of it all. We get into:  What’s on farmers minds given the current state of the ag economy Big trends Brad is seeing aside from the macroeconomic headwinds and tailwinds The role of biologicals and seed traits in this current economy Beck’s approach to innovation and helping emerging companies bring new ideas to market The differentiation of go-to market in ag versus other industries and the criticality of patient capital from VCs Areas for great impact in agtech right now as Brad sees it The importance of staying lean when you’re starting up and recalling really great technologies that didn’t hit the market because they ballooned and got too big, too fast ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Identifying customer needs – jobs to be done – it's the core of innovation. But what are the jobs that need to be done? What are those things left undone as we head into the 2025 growing season? And what does the current economy, trade environment and overall farm sentiment mean for innovators and the farmers they serve? Brad Fruth, Director of Innovation at Beck’s Hybrids, joins this week to make sense of it all. We get into:  What’s on farmers minds given the current state of the ag economy Big trends Brad is seeing aside from the macroeconomic headwinds and tailwinds The role of biologicals and seed traits in this current economy Beck’s approach to innovation and helping emerging companies bring new ideas to market The differentiation of go-to market in ag versus other industries and the criticality of patient capital from VCs Areas for great impact in agtech right now as Brad sees it The importance of staying lean when you’re starting up and recalling really great technologies that didn’t hit the market because they ballooned and got too big, too fast ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Identifying customer needs – jobs to be done – it&#039;s the core of innovation. But what are the jobs that need to be done? What are those things left undone as we head into the 2025 growing season? And what does the current economy, trade environment an</itunes:summary>
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		<title>351. Akston Biosciences&amp;rsquo; Todd Zion on animal health innovation, companion animals + collaborating with Purdue</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/351-akston-biosciences-todd-zion-on-animal-health-innovation-companion-animals-collaborating-with-purdue/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research estimates the global animal health market to be roughly $8 billion, a number analyst firm Grand View Research expects to grow at a 10% compounded annual growth rate through 2030. Much of that growth will be driven by biotechnology. Dr. Todd Zion, CEO and founder of Akston Biosciences, joins this week to help understand what is happening in the biotech markets, specifically as it relates to companion animal innovation. We get into:  Where the market sits today and how it is evolving Akston Biosciences’ 2024 partnership announcement with Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine focused on a therapeutic for canine oncology His approach to animal health innovation through precision proteins creating affordable, effective treatments for companion animals What sits in the Akston Biosciences pipeline currently and the company’s approach to cost-effectiveness while also staying innovative Todd’s past work in human health, how he sees two sides – animal and human health – coming together to push innovation further, faster The regulatory hurdles faced by both human and animal health innovators that delay getting safe, effective treatments to market A big need for more risk capital coming into the animal health innovation market  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Research estimates the global animal health market to be roughly $8 billion, a number analyst firm Grand View Research expects to grow at a 10% compounded annual growth rate through 2030. Much of that growth will be driven by biotechnology. Dr. Todd Zion, CEO and founder of Akston Biosciences, joins this week to help understand what is happening in the biotech markets, specifically as it relates to companion animal innovation. We get into:  Where the market sits today and how it is evolving Akston Biosciences’ 2024 partnership announcement with Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine focused on a therapeutic for canine oncology His approach to animal health innovation through precision proteins creating affordable, effective treatments for companion animals What sits in the Akston Biosciences pipeline currently and the company’s approach to cost-effectiveness while also staying innovative Todd’s past work in human health, how he sees two sides – animal and human health – coming together to push innovation further, faster The regulatory hurdles faced by both human and animal health innovators that delay getting safe, effective treatments to market A big need for more risk capital coming into the animal health innovation market  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Research estimates the global animal health market to be roughly $8 billion, a number analyst firm Grand View Research expects to grow at a 10% compounded annual growth rate through 2030. Much of that growth will be driven by biotechnology. Dr. Todd Zion, CEO and founder of Akston Biosciences, joins this week to help understand what is happening in the biotech markets, specifically as it relates to companion animal innovation. We get into:  Where the market sits today and how it is evolving Akston Biosciences’ 2024 partnership announcement with Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine focused on a therapeutic for canine oncology His approach to animal health innovation through precision proteins creating affordable, effective treatments for companion animals What sits in the Akston Biosciences pipeline currently and the company’s approach to cost-effectiveness while also staying innovative Todd’s past work in human health, how he sees two sides – animal and human health – coming together to push innovation further, faster The regulatory hurdles faced by both human and animal health innovators that delay getting safe, effective treatments to market A big need for more risk capital coming into the animal health innovation market  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Research estimates the global animal health market to be roughly $8 billion, a number analyst firm Grand View Research expects to grow at a 10% compounded annual growth rate through 2030. Much of that growth will be driven by biotechnology. Dr. Todd Zion,</itunes:summary>
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		<title>350. Elevate Ventures&amp;rsquo; Matt Tyner on the cost of innovation + the role of the investor in this next era of venture capital</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/350-elevate-ventures-matt-tyner-on-the-cost-of-innovation-the-role-of-the-investor-in-this-next-era-of-venture-capital/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pitchbook reports that of venture capital deals in 2024, roughly 30% of them were down rounds or flat, meaning their valuation of the companies either went backwards or were the same round to round. It’s a trend that will continue, so how can entrepreneurs break the cycle? Matt Tyner, managing partner of America’s most active venture capital firm – Elevate Ventures, joins today to make sense of what’s ahead and how innovators can succeed. He gets into:  The current state of venture capital – and the criticality of taking a step back to understand where things sit today Investors’ increased focus on profitability and not being able to cut your way to growth Artificial intelligence as an enabler – not a vertical  Does the future include a shift to debt versus venture The cost of innovation and the role of an investor in this era of venture capital What the current conversation with portfolio companies looks like for Elevate Ventures What Matt sees as emerging trends in agbioscience The most important jobs to be done in the industry ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Pitchbook reports that of venture capital deals in 2024, roughly 30% of them were down rounds or flat, meaning their valuation of the companies either went backwards or were the same round to round. It’s a trend that will continue, so how can entrepreneurs break the cycle? Matt Tyner, managing partner of America’s most active venture capital firm – Elevate Ventures, joins today to make sense of what’s ahead and how innovators can succeed. He gets into:  The current state of venture capital – and the criticality of taking a step back to understand where things sit today Investors’ increased focus on profitability and not being able to cut your way to growth Artificial intelligence as an enabler – not a vertical  Does the future include a shift to debt versus venture The cost of innovation and the role of an investor in this era of venture capital What the current conversation with portfolio companies looks like for Elevate Ventures What Matt sees as emerging trends in agbioscience The most important jobs to be done in the industry ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Pitchbook reports that of venture capital deals in 2024, roughly 30% of them were down rounds or flat, meaning their valuation of the companies either went backwards or were the same round to round. It’s a trend that will continue, so how can entrepreneurs break the cycle? Matt Tyner, managing partner of America’s most active venture capital firm – Elevate Ventures, joins today to make sense of what’s ahead and how innovators can succeed. He gets into:  The current state of venture capital – and the criticality of taking a step back to understand where things sit today Investors’ increased focus on profitability and not being able to cut your way to growth Artificial intelligence as an enabler – not a vertical  Does the future include a shift to debt versus venture The cost of innovation and the role of an investor in this era of venture capital What the current conversation with portfolio companies looks like for Elevate Ventures What Matt sees as emerging trends in agbioscience The most important jobs to be done in the industry ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Pitchbook reports that of venture capital deals in 2024, roughly 30% of them were down rounds or flat, meaning their valuation of the companies either went backwards or were the same round to round. It’s a trend that will continue, so how can entreprene</itunes:summary>
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		<title>349. Mitch Frazier recaps February, 2025 trends + investment news from Ingredion, Liberation Labs, Corteva Catalyst and TerraForce</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/349-mitch-frazier-recaps-february-2025-trends-investment-news-from-ingredion-liberation-labs-corteva-catalyst-and-terraforce/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap February by reviewing his three big trends in agbioscience for 2025, big investment news for Ingredion, Liberation Labs, Corteva Catalyst and TerraForce and look ahead to big events in March - including Quadrant on March 12. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Learn more about the Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2025/02/11/indiana-ag-threats-security-summit/]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap February by reviewing his three big trends in agbioscience for 2025, big investment news for Ingredion, Liberation Labs, Corteva Catalyst and TerraForce and look ahead to big events in March - including Quadrant on March 12. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Learn more about the Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2025/02/11/indiana-ag-threats-security-summit/]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap February by reviewing his three big trends in agbioscience for 2025, big investment news for Ingredion, Liberation Labs, Corteva Catalyst and TerraForce and look ahead to big events in March - including Quadrant on March 12. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Learn more about the Indiana Ag Threats and Security Summit: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2025/02/11/indiana-ag-threats-security-summit/]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap February by reviewing his three big trends in agbioscience for 2025, big investment news for Ingredion, Liberation Labs, Corteva Catalyst and TerraForce and look ahead to big events in March - including Quadrant on</itunes:summary>
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		<title>348. Ag Alumni Seed&amp;rsquo;s Jay Hulbert on biotechnology&amp;rsquo;s transformation in agbioscience + the industry&#39;s most important job to be done</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/348-ag-alumni-seeds-jay-hulbert-on-biotechnologys-transformation-in-agbioscience-the-industrys-most-important-job-to-be-done/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy that touches every person on the planet. Over the past four decades, we’ve seen massive transformation, innovation and acceleration of output in this economy. Today we are joined by a leader who has had a front row seat to it all. Jay Hulbert, CEO of Ag Alumni Seed, joins us ahead of his retirement to talk:  Seeing the world and the globalization of agriculture in his career Biotechnology as a step-function change to revolutionizing the row crop world through improved genetics His perspective on the future of gene editing in agriculture and what’s on the horizon Jay’s support of entrepreneurs and the importance of their flexibility to make business models work long-term His extensive background in specialty crop and some of the market intelligence that has paved the way for new products we see in produce today The job that needs to be done as he sees it – or more like, the resources that likely need to be shifted toward climate resilient crops ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy that touches every person on the planet. Over the past four decades, we’ve seen massive transformation, innovation and acceleration of output in this economy. Today we are joined by a leader who has had a front row seat to it all. Jay Hulbert, CEO of Ag Alumni Seed, joins us ahead of his retirement to talk:  Seeing the world and the globalization of agriculture in his career Biotechnology as a step-function change to revolutionizing the row crop world through improved genetics His perspective on the future of gene editing in agriculture and what’s on the horizon Jay’s support of entrepreneurs and the importance of their flexibility to make business models work long-term His extensive background in specialty crop and some of the market intelligence that has paved the way for new products we see in produce today The job that needs to be done as he sees it – or more like, the resources that likely need to be shifted toward climate resilient crops ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy that touches every person on the planet. Over the past four decades, we’ve seen massive transformation, innovation and acceleration of output in this economy. Today we are joined by a leader who has had a front row seat to it all. Jay Hulbert, CEO of Ag Alumni Seed, joins us ahead of his retirement to talk:  Seeing the world and the globalization of agriculture in his career Biotechnology as a step-function change to revolutionizing the row crop world through improved genetics His perspective on the future of gene editing in agriculture and what’s on the horizon Jay’s support of entrepreneurs and the importance of their flexibility to make business models work long-term His extensive background in specialty crop and some of the market intelligence that has paved the way for new products we see in produce today The job that needs to be done as he sees it – or more like, the resources that likely need to be shifted toward climate resilient crops ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Agbioscience is the only economy that touches every person on the planet. Over the past four decades, we’ve seen massive transformation, innovation and acceleration of output in this economy. Today we are joined by a leader who has had a front row seat </itunes:summary>
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		<title>347. Farm Credit Mid-America&#39;s Natasha Cox on the speed of change + prioritizing smart bets for innovators and farmers alike</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/347-farm-credit-mid-americas-natasha-cox-on-the-speed-of-change-prioritizing-smart-bets-for-innovators-and-farmers-alike/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[New data from USDA shares that net cash farm income decreased roughly 3.5% from 2023 into 2024 and we’re looking at inflation adjusted numbers. But here’s the piece of the silver lining that may be untold: that number – net cash farm income – is still above average when we look at the last 20 years from USDA data. This week, Natasha Cox, Senior Vice President of Farm Credit Mid-America, joins us to help make sense of the numbers, what it means to producers and to the broader agbioscience economy. We get into:  The macro perspective on the health of farm balance sheets across the Midwest Big trends that she’s looking at from a financial health standpoint of farms and agribusinesses Consolidation – from both the farmer and innovator perspective – as a factor in the economic system of agriculture in the US New investments being made on farm or within agribusinesses to better connect to the end market of food is health Natasha’s perspective as a farmer and how she prioritizes where to place her bets for her operations The criticality of surrounding yourself with good partners, knowing your options when it comes to strategic planning and investments and asking the right questions for your operations or business The innovation she’s most excited about in 2025 ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[New data from USDA shares that net cash farm income decreased roughly 3.5% from 2023 into 2024 and we’re looking at inflation adjusted numbers. But here’s the piece of the silver lining that may be untold: that number – net cash farm income – is still above average when we look at the last 20 years from USDA data. This week, Natasha Cox, Senior Vice President of Farm Credit Mid-America, joins us to help make sense of the numbers, what it means to producers and to the broader agbioscience economy. We get into:  The macro perspective on the health of farm balance sheets across the Midwest Big trends that she’s looking at from a financial health standpoint of farms and agribusinesses Consolidation – from both the farmer and innovator perspective – as a factor in the economic system of agriculture in the US New investments being made on farm or within agribusinesses to better connect to the end market of food is health Natasha’s perspective as a farmer and how she prioritizes where to place her bets for her operations The criticality of surrounding yourself with good partners, knowing your options when it comes to strategic planning and investments and asking the right questions for your operations or business The innovation she’s most excited about in 2025 ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[New data from USDA shares that net cash farm income decreased roughly 3.5% from 2023 into 2024 and we’re looking at inflation adjusted numbers. But here’s the piece of the silver lining that may be untold: that number – net cash farm income – is still above average when we look at the last 20 years from USDA data. This week, Natasha Cox, Senior Vice President of Farm Credit Mid-America, joins us to help make sense of the numbers, what it means to producers and to the broader agbioscience economy. We get into:  The macro perspective on the health of farm balance sheets across the Midwest Big trends that she’s looking at from a financial health standpoint of farms and agribusinesses Consolidation – from both the farmer and innovator perspective – as a factor in the economic system of agriculture in the US New investments being made on farm or within agribusinesses to better connect to the end market of food is health Natasha’s perspective as a farmer and how she prioritizes where to place her bets for her operations The criticality of surrounding yourself with good partners, knowing your options when it comes to strategic planning and investments and asking the right questions for your operations or business The innovation she’s most excited about in 2025 ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>New data from USDA shares that net cash farm income decreased roughly 3.5% from 2023 into 2024 and we’re looking at inflation adjusted numbers. But here’s the piece of the silver lining that may be untold: that number – net cash farm income – is s</itunes:summary>
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		<title>346. Hoosier Ag Today&amp;rsquo;s Eric Pfeiffer on market turbulence, trade wars + the need for a Farm Bill to make plans for the future</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/346-hoosier-ag-todays-eric-pfeiffer-on-market-turbulence-trade-wars-the-need-for-a-farm-bill-to-make-plans-for-the-future/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The year 2025 is poised to be an interesting one for agbioscience. Venture capital inflows from 2023 to 2024 are roughly flat according to Crop Life, the production cost of corn and soybeans remains roughly in line or slightly below market price and the turbulence around global trade and what tariffs could mean leave an uncertain operating market for what could be ahead. Joining us today is Hoosier Ag Today president, Eric Pfeiffer, to make sense of what’s ahead. We get into:  The current perspective of the farmer, their natural optimism and knowing the challenges that lie ahead for 2025. Trends he’s noticing that are operational changes to drive net farm income – particularly biologicals – and why that’s challenging. Property tax reform as a major topic in the Indiana General Assembly and making this issue relatable to the general public – because it does impact them at the end of the day. The biofuels tax credit bill in the Indiana General Assembly and its potential economic impact and jobs to the state of Indiana (not to mention better burning, more sustainable fuel). On a federal level – trade wars – and tariffs potential impact, good or bad, on farmers. Farmers needing certainty on The Farm Bill to make plans for the future – it does not appear to be a priority at the moment.  Reason for optimism from farmers moving forward. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The year 2025 is poised to be an interesting one for agbioscience. Venture capital inflows from 2023 to 2024 are roughly flat according to Crop Life, the production cost of corn and soybeans remains roughly in line or slightly below market price and the turbulence around global trade and what tariffs could mean leave an uncertain operating market for what could be ahead. Joining us today is Hoosier Ag Today president, Eric Pfeiffer, to make sense of what’s ahead. We get into:  The current perspective of the farmer, their natural optimism and knowing the challenges that lie ahead for 2025. Trends he’s noticing that are operational changes to drive net farm income – particularly biologicals – and why that’s challenging. Property tax reform as a major topic in the Indiana General Assembly and making this issue relatable to the general public – because it does impact them at the end of the day. The biofuels tax credit bill in the Indiana General Assembly and its potential economic impact and jobs to the state of Indiana (not to mention better burning, more sustainable fuel). On a federal level – trade wars – and tariffs potential impact, good or bad, on farmers. Farmers needing certainty on The Farm Bill to make plans for the future – it does not appear to be a priority at the moment.  Reason for optimism from farmers moving forward. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The year 2025 is poised to be an interesting one for agbioscience. Venture capital inflows from 2023 to 2024 are roughly flat according to Crop Life, the production cost of corn and soybeans remains roughly in line or slightly below market price and the turbulence around global trade and what tariffs could mean leave an uncertain operating market for what could be ahead. Joining us today is Hoosier Ag Today president, Eric Pfeiffer, to make sense of what’s ahead. We get into:  The current perspective of the farmer, their natural optimism and knowing the challenges that lie ahead for 2025. Trends he’s noticing that are operational changes to drive net farm income – particularly biologicals – and why that’s challenging. Property tax reform as a major topic in the Indiana General Assembly and making this issue relatable to the general public – because it does impact them at the end of the day. The biofuels tax credit bill in the Indiana General Assembly and its potential economic impact and jobs to the state of Indiana (not to mention better burning, more sustainable fuel). On a federal level – trade wars – and tariffs potential impact, good or bad, on farmers. Farmers needing certainty on The Farm Bill to make plans for the future – it does not appear to be a priority at the moment.  Reason for optimism from farmers moving forward. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The year 2025 is poised to be an interesting one for agbioscience. Venture capital inflows from 2023 to 2024 are roughly flat according to Crop Life, the production cost of corn and soybeans remains roughly in line or slightly below market price and the t</itunes:summary>
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		<title>345. Stumbling into agbioscience, forging your path in college + what young talent wants with Field Atlas&amp;rsquo; Cameron Weber</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/345-stumbling-into-agbioscience-forging-your-path-in-college-what-young-talent-wants-with-field-atlas-cameron-weber/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:16:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Making a difference in the world – it’s nearly a universal desire for all of us. But where do you fit in? And how best to you make an impact? One college student is making that impact and blazing their trail. Cameron Weber, a biology major at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a Field Atlas Ambassador, joins us today to talk their path to agbioscience, including:  Talking to two kinds of people – those that grew up on the farm and those who stumbled into it and are happy they did. Cameron is in the latter  Wanting to originally be a doctor until getting connected with Field Atlas at a career fair and learning more about agbioscience. Finding a new path and forging your way forward as a college student Their six-month internship with Corteva Agriscience as a greenhouse assistant in Puerto Rico Field Atlas Ambassadors – what do they do? And what has Cameron’s experience been like in their five semesters with the team? Cameron’s advice for companies searching for young talent (hint: it’s not ping pong tables in the breakroom and pizza on Fridays) Working on their thesis as they wrap up their time at Rose-Hulman  Cameron’s plans headed into graduation this spring – pssssss – she's currently looking for a job....  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Making a difference in the world – it’s nearly a universal desire for all of us. But where do you fit in? And how best to you make an impact? One college student is making that impact and blazing their trail. Cameron Weber, a biology major at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a Field Atlas Ambassador, joins us today to talk their path to agbioscience, including:  Talking to two kinds of people – those that grew up on the farm and those who stumbled into it and are happy they did. Cameron is in the latter  Wanting to originally be a doctor until getting connected with Field Atlas at a career fair and learning more about agbioscience. Finding a new path and forging your way forward as a college student Their six-month internship with Corteva Agriscience as a greenhouse assistant in Puerto Rico Field Atlas Ambassadors – what do they do? And what has Cameron’s experience been like in their five semesters with the team? Cameron’s advice for companies searching for young talent (hint: it’s not ping pong tables in the breakroom and pizza on Fridays) Working on their thesis as they wrap up their time at Rose-Hulman  Cameron’s plans headed into graduation this spring – pssssss – she's currently looking for a job....  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Making a difference in the world – it’s nearly a universal desire for all of us. But where do you fit in? And how best to you make an impact? One college student is making that impact and blazing their trail. Cameron Weber, a biology major at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a Field Atlas Ambassador, joins us today to talk their path to agbioscience, including:  Talking to two kinds of people – those that grew up on the farm and those who stumbled into it and are happy they did. Cameron is in the latter  Wanting to originally be a doctor until getting connected with Field Atlas at a career fair and learning more about agbioscience. Finding a new path and forging your way forward as a college student Their six-month internship with Corteva Agriscience as a greenhouse assistant in Puerto Rico Field Atlas Ambassadors – what do they do? And what has Cameron’s experience been like in their five semesters with the team? Cameron’s advice for companies searching for young talent (hint: it’s not ping pong tables in the breakroom and pizza on Fridays) Working on their thesis as they wrap up their time at Rose-Hulman  Cameron’s plans headed into graduation this spring – pssssss – she's currently looking for a job....  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Making a difference in the world – it’s nearly a universal desire for all of us. But where do you fit in? And how best to you make an impact? One college student is making that impact and blazing their trail. Cameron Weber, a biology major at Rose-Hul</itunes:summary>
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		<title>344. AgriNovus&#39; Mitch Frazier recaps January, big wins for Gripp + Croft, Velocity&#39;s launch + reasons for optimism in 2025</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/344-agrinovus-mitch-frazier-recaps-january-big-wins-for-gripp-croft-velocitys-launch-reasons-for-optimism-in-2025/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As the first month of 2025 comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap a few of the biggest stories in agbioscience, reasons for optimism on net cash farm income and tease a few upcoming episodes of Agbioscience.]]></description>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[As the first month of 2025 comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap a few of the biggest stories in agbioscience, reasons for optimism on net cash farm income and tease a few upcoming episodes of Agbioscience.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>As the first month of 2025 comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap a few of the biggest stories in agbioscience, reasons for optimism on net cash farm income and tease a few upcoming episodes of Agbioscience.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>343. AgriNovus&amp;rsquo; Dan Dawes on Indiana&amp;rsquo;s unfair advantage, biggest lessons in leadership + reflections on agbioscience innovation</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/343-agrinovus-dan-dawes-on-indianas-unfair-advantage-biggest-lessons-in-leadership-reflections-on-agbioscience-innovation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Much has changed in agbioscience over the last three decades. We’ve seen the introduction of gene editing technologies, new digital capabilities, even autonomy. One leader has had a front-row seat to these innovations. He’ll soon retire, but joins us today to share perspective on where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Dan Dawes, Senior Director of Strategy and Growth at AgriNovus joins us to talk about his career and the highlight reel of groundbreaking innovations in agbioscience. We get into:  What has kept Dan in agbioscience all these years, his connectivity to the farm and wanting others to feel the same sense of reward that he did.  The macro perspective and many cycles of the agbioscience economy – it's down for now, but it’s never forever. What innovations excited Dan the most throughout his decades long career; but also, which ones did he not see coming? Indiana’s unfair advantage – its people. Dan’s biggest lessons in leadership, giving those you’re leading a map to success and the criticality in finding joy in the work that you do. Finding a mentor as a guide to growing in your career – and beyond – and an update on what’s ahead for Dan. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Much has changed in agbioscience over the last three decades. We’ve seen the introduction of gene editing technologies, new digital capabilities, even autonomy. One leader has had a front-row seat to these innovations. He’ll soon retire, but joins us today to share perspective on where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Dan Dawes, Senior Director of Strategy and Growth at AgriNovus joins us to talk about his career and the highlight reel of groundbreaking innovations in agbioscience. We get into:  What has kept Dan in agbioscience all these years, his connectivity to the farm and wanting others to feel the same sense of reward that he did.  The macro perspective and many cycles of the agbioscience economy – it's down for now, but it’s never forever. What innovations excited Dan the most throughout his decades long career; but also, which ones did he not see coming? Indiana’s unfair advantage – its people. Dan’s biggest lessons in leadership, giving those you’re leading a map to success and the criticality in finding joy in the work that you do. Finding a mentor as a guide to growing in your career – and beyond – and an update on what’s ahead for Dan. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Much has changed in agbioscience over the last three decades. We’ve seen the introduction of gene editing technologies, new digital capabilities, even autonomy. One leader has had a front-row seat to these innovations. He’ll soon retire, but joins us today to share perspective on where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Dan Dawes, Senior Director of Strategy and Growth at AgriNovus joins us to talk about his career and the highlight reel of groundbreaking innovations in agbioscience. We get into:  What has kept Dan in agbioscience all these years, his connectivity to the farm and wanting others to feel the same sense of reward that he did.  The macro perspective and many cycles of the agbioscience economy – it's down for now, but it’s never forever. What innovations excited Dan the most throughout his decades long career; but also, which ones did he not see coming? Indiana’s unfair advantage – its people. Dan’s biggest lessons in leadership, giving those you’re leading a map to success and the criticality in finding joy in the work that you do. Finding a mentor as a guide to growing in your career – and beyond – and an update on what’s ahead for Dan. ]]></googleplay:description>
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		<title>342. The Pantheon&amp;rsquo;s Nichole Like on growing a rural economy, creating an agtech hub in Vincennes + leaving things better than you found them</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Keeping the heart of the heartland requires two key things when we think about growing small towns, cities and rural economies: big vision and lots of hard work. Today’s guest is no stranger to either and shares a great perspective on how one small community in the Midwest is reimagining itself into an epicenter of innovation. Nichole Like, CEO of The Pantheon, an innovation engine in Vincennes, Indiana joins us to talk: Investing in small communities while also honoring their heritage to make them a destination for newcomers to move to and hometown kids to return to for their careers. The steady decline of entrepreneurial activity in rural America and The Pantheon’s vision to create the economy they want – not the way they’re given. Vincennes as Indiana’s first city has big stats to tout – including Knox County leading in ag receipts, being the #1 producer of fruit and vegetable production in Indiana and #2 in the United States for melon production. The simple, but effective, equation to building an agtech ecosystem: bring really smart, progressive farmers to the table with innovators to solve critical problems facing their operations.  Creating community buy-in and the importance of local support to drive local economies. What’s ahead for The Pantheon and Indiana’s first city. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Keeping the heart of the heartland requires two key things when we think about growing small towns, cities and rural economies: big vision and lots of hard work. Today’s guest is no stranger to either and shares a great perspective on how one small community in the Midwest is reimagining itself into an epicenter of innovation. Nichole Like, CEO of The Pantheon, an innovation engine in Vincennes, Indiana joins us to talk: Investing in small communities while also honoring their heritage to make them a destination for newcomers to move to and hometown kids to return to for their careers. The steady decline of entrepreneurial activity in rural America and The Pantheon’s vision to create the economy they want – not the way they’re given. Vincennes as Indiana’s first city has big stats to tout – including Knox County leading in ag receipts, being the #1 producer of fruit and vegetable production in Indiana and #2 in the United States for melon production. The simple, but effective, equation to building an agtech ecosystem: bring really smart, progressive farmers to the table with innovators to solve critical problems facing their operations.  Creating community buy-in and the importance of local support to drive local economies. What’s ahead for The Pantheon and Indiana’s first city. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Keeping the heart of the heartland requires two key things when we think about growing small towns, cities and rural economies: big vision and lots of hard work. Today’s guest is no stranger to either and shares a great perspective on how one small community in the Midwest is reimagining itself into an epicenter of innovation. Nichole Like, CEO of The Pantheon, an innovation engine in Vincennes, Indiana joins us to talk: Investing in small communities while also honoring their heritage to make them a destination for newcomers to move to and hometown kids to return to for their careers. The steady decline of entrepreneurial activity in rural America and The Pantheon’s vision to create the economy they want – not the way they’re given. Vincennes as Indiana’s first city has big stats to tout – including Knox County leading in ag receipts, being the #1 producer of fruit and vegetable production in Indiana and #2 in the United States for melon production. The simple, but effective, equation to building an agtech ecosystem: bring really smart, progressive farmers to the table with innovators to solve critical problems facing their operations.  Creating community buy-in and the importance of local support to drive local economies. What’s ahead for The Pantheon and Indiana’s first city. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Keeping the heart of the heartland requires two key things when we think about growing small towns, cities and rural economies: big vision and lots of hard work. Today’s guest is no stranger to either and shares a great perspective on how one small comm</itunes:summary>
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		<title>341.  Corteva&amp;rsquo;s Wendy Srnic on gene editing, the Pairwise partnership and artificial intelligence adding speed to biotechnology</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to AgFunder News, gene editing startups have raised $2.7 billion since 2012 in pursuit of technologies that advance everything from crop performance to yield. Today we are joined by a pioneer in science at the largest pure play agriculture company in the world. Dr. Wendy Srnic, VP of Biotechnology at Corteva Agriscience, to talk gene editing and its future. We get into:  What is gene editing and how does it differ from genetically modified crops? How gene editing affects that broader value chain and food system at large. Corteva’s partnership with Pairwise via their investment vehicle, Corteva Catalyst, and how they plan to leverage gene editing to make fruits and vegetables more accessible and nutritious. The objective of Corteva Catalyst to advance external technologies that align with the company’s internal R&D strategy – and the importance of staying nimble to seize opportunities and drive outcomes whether they are joint ventures, acquisitions, investments or traditional collaborations. Wendy’s perspective on where we’re at in the evolution of biotechnology, what’s emerging and how artificial intelligence (AI) is speeding up – and de-risking – the scientific discovery process. What does AI bring to the future of a partnership like that of Corteva and Pairwise? ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[According to AgFunder News, gene editing startups have raised $2.7 billion since 2012 in pursuit of technologies that advance everything from crop performance to yield. Today we are joined by a pioneer in science at the largest pure play agriculture company in the world. Dr. Wendy Srnic, VP of Biotechnology at Corteva Agriscience, to talk gene editing and its future. We get into:  What is gene editing and how does it differ from genetically modified crops? How gene editing affects that broader value chain and food system at large. Corteva’s partnership with Pairwise via their investment vehicle, Corteva Catalyst, and how they plan to leverage gene editing to make fruits and vegetables more accessible and nutritious. The objective of Corteva Catalyst to advance external technologies that align with the company’s internal R&D strategy – and the importance of staying nimble to seize opportunities and drive outcomes whether they are joint ventures, acquisitions, investments or traditional collaborations. Wendy’s perspective on where we’re at in the evolution of biotechnology, what’s emerging and how artificial intelligence (AI) is speeding up – and de-risking – the scientific discovery process. What does AI bring to the future of a partnership like that of Corteva and Pairwise? ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[According to AgFunder News, gene editing startups have raised $2.7 billion since 2012 in pursuit of technologies that advance everything from crop performance to yield. Today we are joined by a pioneer in science at the largest pure play agriculture company in the world. Dr. Wendy Srnic, VP of Biotechnology at Corteva Agriscience, to talk gene editing and its future. We get into:  What is gene editing and how does it differ from genetically modified crops? How gene editing affects that broader value chain and food system at large. Corteva’s partnership with Pairwise via their investment vehicle, Corteva Catalyst, and how they plan to leverage gene editing to make fruits and vegetables more accessible and nutritious. The objective of Corteva Catalyst to advance external technologies that align with the company’s internal R&D strategy – and the importance of staying nimble to seize opportunities and drive outcomes whether they are joint ventures, acquisitions, investments or traditional collaborations. Wendy’s perspective on where we’re at in the evolution of biotechnology, what’s emerging and how artificial intelligence (AI) is speeding up – and de-risking – the scientific discovery process. What does AI bring to the future of a partnership like that of Corteva and Pairwise? ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>According to AgFunder News, gene editing startups have raised $2.7 billion since 2012 in pursuit of technologies that advance everything from crop performance to yield. Today we are joined by a pioneer in science at the largest pure play agriculture compa</itunes:summary>
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		<title>340. BioBond&amp;rsquo;s Marc McConnaughey on bioproducts, university partnerships and Indiana as a perfect storm of location, logistics + people</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/340-biobonds-marc-mcconnaughey-on-bioproducts-university-partnerships-and-indiana-as-a-perfect-storm-of-location-logistics-people/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to Zion Market Research, the ag biological products market is expected to grow to $320 billion over the next decade. With a huge connection to agbioscience, what does it mean for farmers? What does it mean for agbioscience innovators? Kicking off season 8 of Agbioscience is BioBond CEO Marc McConnaughey. We get into:   What exactly is the bioproducts market and how is demand growing? How BioBond’s sustainable adhesives and protective coatings created a eureka moment for Marc as a serial entrepreneur. The Generation Food Rural Partners Fund and its partnership to help BioBond grow its business in rural Indiana. BioBond’s strategy as a technology execution platform that licenses from universities and how its position near Purdue has created opportunities for innovation + talent. Indiana farmers as a critical piece to BioBond’s future and how the state is a perfect storm of location, logistics and people to aid in their success. What’s ahead for BioBond? Hint: continued focus on the customer and of course, revenue. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[According to Zion Market Research, the ag biological products market is expected to grow to $320 billion over the next decade. With a huge connection to agbioscience, what does it mean for farmers? What does it mean for agbioscience innovators? Kicking off season 8 of Agbioscience is BioBond CEO Marc McConnaughey. We get into:   What exactly is the bioproducts market and how is demand growing? How BioBond’s sustainable adhesives and protective coatings created a eureka moment for Marc as a serial entrepreneur. The Generation Food Rural Partners Fund and its partnership to help BioBond grow its business in rural Indiana. BioBond’s strategy as a technology execution platform that licenses from universities and how its position near Purdue has created opportunities for innovation + talent. Indiana farmers as a critical piece to BioBond’s future and how the state is a perfect storm of location, logistics and people to aid in their success. What’s ahead for BioBond? Hint: continued focus on the customer and of course, revenue. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[According to Zion Market Research, the ag biological products market is expected to grow to $320 billion over the next decade. With a huge connection to agbioscience, what does it mean for farmers? What does it mean for agbioscience innovators? Kicking off season 8 of Agbioscience is BioBond CEO Marc McConnaughey. We get into:   What exactly is the bioproducts market and how is demand growing? How BioBond’s sustainable adhesives and protective coatings created a eureka moment for Marc as a serial entrepreneur. The Generation Food Rural Partners Fund and its partnership to help BioBond grow its business in rural Indiana. BioBond’s strategy as a technology execution platform that licenses from universities and how its position near Purdue has created opportunities for innovation + talent. Indiana farmers as a critical piece to BioBond’s future and how the state is a perfect storm of location, logistics and people to aid in their success. What’s ahead for BioBond? Hint: continued focus on the customer and of course, revenue. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>According to Zion Market Research, the ag biological products market is expected to grow to $320 billion over the next decade. With a huge connection to agbioscience, what does it mean for farmers? What does it mean for agbioscience innovators? Kicking of</itunes:summary>
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		<title>339. Mitch Frazier recaps 2024 + looks ahead to three big forces of change in agbioscience</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s the end of 2024 and it was a giant year across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. This week, we recap big stories of the year based on Accelerate 2050 – AgriNovus’ study that showed that Indiana’s agbioscience economy grew by $6 billion in 36 months. The study also launched three forces of change and opportunities for industry growth. We are laying out the top stories of 2024 based on these forces of change starting with:  Farmer Focused Innovation AGCO and Trimble come together via a joint venture acquisition – listen to Andrew Sunderman from AGCO here; Corteva Catalyst launches as a new investment and partnership platform designed to accelerate the development of early-stage, disruptive technologies for farmers – listen to Corteva’s Tom Green here;  Gripp wins the Producer-Led Innovation Challenge to reduce administrative burden faced by farmers – listen to Tracey Wiedmeyer from Gripp here.  BioInnovation Primient and Sustainea announce $125 million investment to establish Lafayette, Indiana as the world’s largest Bio-MEG facility for bio-based plastics;  AgroRenew breaks ground on an $83 million Indiana-based production facility to leverage the power of the region’s melon crop to produce bio-based plastics – listen to Brian and Katie Southern from AgroRenew here;  BioMADE announces Indiana as one of six finalists to compete for the next chapter of bioinnovation infrastructure – listen to BioMADE’s Melanie Tomczak here.  Food is Health Anu wins the HungerTech Innovation to better connect food supply with food demand using technology – listen to Anu’s Scott Massey here;  Purdue and Elanco announce the OneHealth Innovation District to establish a globally recognized research innovation district dedicated to optimizing the health of people, animals, plants and the planet – listen to Jeff Simmons from Elanco here;  Corteva’s $25 million equity stake in Pairwise to accelerate gene editing solutions, providing growers with another critical tool to keep pace with challenges facing food production. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It’s the end of 2024 and it was a giant year across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. This week, we recap big stories of the year based on Accelerate 2050 – AgriNovus’ study that showed that Indiana’s agbioscience economy grew by $6 billion in 36 months. The study also launched three forces of change and opportunities for industry growth. We are laying out the top stories of 2024 based on these forces of change starting with:  Farmer Focused Innovation AGCO and Trimble come together via a joint venture acquisition – listen to Andrew Sunderman from AGCO here; Corteva Catalyst launches as a new investment and partnership platform designed to accelerate the development of early-stage, disruptive technologies for farmers – listen to Corteva’s Tom Green here;  Gripp wins the Producer-Led Innovation Challenge to reduce administrative burden faced by farmers – listen to Tracey Wiedmeyer from Gripp here.  BioInnovation Primient and Sustainea announce $125 million investment to establish Lafayette, Indiana as the world’s largest Bio-MEG facility for bio-based plastics;  AgroRenew breaks ground on an $83 million Indiana-based production facility to leverage the power of the region’s melon crop to produce bio-based plastics – listen to Brian and Katie Southern from AgroRenew here;  BioMADE announces Indiana as one of six finalists to compete for the next chapter of bioinnovation infrastructure – listen to BioMADE’s Melanie Tomczak here.  Food is Health Anu wins the HungerTech Innovation to better connect food supply with food demand using technology – listen to Anu’s Scott Massey here;  Purdue and Elanco announce the OneHealth Innovation District to establish a globally recognized research innovation district dedicated to optimizing the health of people, animals, plants and the planet – listen to Jeff Simmons from Elanco here;  Corteva’s $25 million equity stake in Pairwise to accelerate gene editing solutions, providing growers with another critical tool to keep pace with challenges facing food production. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It’s the end of 2024 and it was a giant year across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. This week, we recap big stories of the year based on Accelerate 2050 – AgriNovus’ study that showed that Indiana’s agbioscience economy grew by $6 billion in 36 months. The study also launched three forces of change and opportunities for industry growth. We are laying out the top stories of 2024 based on these forces of change starting with:  Farmer Focused Innovation AGCO and Trimble come together via a joint venture acquisition – listen to Andrew Sunderman from AGCO here; Corteva Catalyst launches as a new investment and partnership platform designed to accelerate the development of early-stage, disruptive technologies for farmers – listen to Corteva’s Tom Green here;  Gripp wins the Producer-Led Innovation Challenge to reduce administrative burden faced by farmers – listen to Tracey Wiedmeyer from Gripp here.  BioInnovation Primient and Sustainea announce $125 million investment to establish Lafayette, Indiana as the world’s largest Bio-MEG facility for bio-based plastics;  AgroRenew breaks ground on an $83 million Indiana-based production facility to leverage the power of the region’s melon crop to produce bio-based plastics – listen to Brian and Katie Southern from AgroRenew here;  BioMADE announces Indiana as one of six finalists to compete for the next chapter of bioinnovation infrastructure – listen to BioMADE’s Melanie Tomczak here.  Food is Health Anu wins the HungerTech Innovation to better connect food supply with food demand using technology – listen to Anu’s Scott Massey here;  Purdue and Elanco announce the OneHealth Innovation District to establish a globally recognized research innovation district dedicated to optimizing the health of people, animals, plants and the planet – listen to Jeff Simmons from Elanco here;  Corteva’s $25 million equity stake in Pairwise to accelerate gene editing solutions, providing growers with another critical tool to keep pace with challenges facing food production. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It’s the end of 2024 and it was a giant year across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. This week, we recap big stories of the year based on Accelerate 2050 – AgriNovus’ study that showed that Indiana’s agbioscience economy</itunes:summary>
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		<title>338. AGCO Ventures&amp;rsquo; Alex Russomagno on agtech + a new wave of innovation for farmers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s been a tough couple of years in agriculture. Net cash farm income is expected to decrease nearly $6 billion in 2024; that follows a decrease in 2023 of nearly $58 billion. It’s a tough sled for many farmers and there’s companies who are working to bring innovation to farmers to overcome the headwinds that exist. Alex Russomagno, Senior Manager of Strategic Engagement for AGCO Ventures, joins this week to talk:  Where things stand for the agtech and ag equipment industry right now.  How the acquisition of PTx Trimble and the launch of AGCO Ventures has launched a new wave of startup activity in agbioscience. Matching supply and demand of innovation in the industry; Alex also talks initial investments from AGCO Ventures. The AGCO Ventures Thesis and how agriculture’s downcycle impacts their strategy. What challenges are emerging that will require innovation for the farmer, quickly. Her experience with the power of partnership and investment between big companies and startups.  The seismic shifts that will drive the next wave of innovation in agbioscience.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It’s been a tough couple of years in agriculture. Net cash farm income is expected to decrease nearly $6 billion in 2024; that follows a decrease in 2023 of nearly $58 billion. It’s a tough sled for many farmers and there’s companies who are working to bring innovation to farmers to overcome the headwinds that exist. Alex Russomagno, Senior Manager of Strategic Engagement for AGCO Ventures, joins this week to talk:  Where things stand for the agtech and ag equipment industry right now.  How the acquisition of PTx Trimble and the launch of AGCO Ventures has launched a new wave of startup activity in agbioscience. Matching supply and demand of innovation in the industry; Alex also talks initial investments from AGCO Ventures. The AGCO Ventures Thesis and how agriculture’s downcycle impacts their strategy. What challenges are emerging that will require innovation for the farmer, quickly. Her experience with the power of partnership and investment between big companies and startups.  The seismic shifts that will drive the next wave of innovation in agbioscience.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It’s been a tough couple of years in agriculture. Net cash farm income is expected to decrease nearly $6 billion in 2024; that follows a decrease in 2023 of nearly $58 billion. It’s a tough sled for many farmers and there’s companies who are working to bring innovation to farmers to overcome the headwinds that exist. Alex Russomagno, Senior Manager of Strategic Engagement for AGCO Ventures, joins this week to talk:  Where things stand for the agtech and ag equipment industry right now.  How the acquisition of PTx Trimble and the launch of AGCO Ventures has launched a new wave of startup activity in agbioscience. Matching supply and demand of innovation in the industry; Alex also talks initial investments from AGCO Ventures. The AGCO Ventures Thesis and how agriculture’s downcycle impacts their strategy. What challenges are emerging that will require innovation for the farmer, quickly. Her experience with the power of partnership and investment between big companies and startups.  The seismic shifts that will drive the next wave of innovation in agbioscience.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It’s been a tough couple of years in agriculture. Net cash farm income is expected to decrease nearly $6 billion in 2024; that follows a decrease in 2023 of nearly $58 billion. It’s a tough sled for many farmers and there’s companies who are working</itunes:summary>
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		<title>337. Purdue University President Mung Chiang on the AI revolution + demand-driven education driving  impact</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global market intelligence firm, IDC, estimates that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute nearly $20 trillion to the global economy by 2030 and represent nearly 4% of global GDP. Today we are joined by an AI pioneer, tech diplomat and leader of Purdue University, President Mung Chiang. We discuss:  His journey as a three-time entrepreneur turned university president and how his experience has shaped his approach at Purdue Being on the cusps of the AI revolution, bringing new jobs to market and its elimination of old ones – and its potential to transform the physical world Balancing AI’s opportunity for productivity versus its potential to become an adversarial threat  Connecting dots from the past to the future to develop job creation and prosperity in the state – and the critical role of agbioscience to make that happen Purdue has a top 5 college of engineering and a top 5 college of agriculture – and President Chiang talks about the university’s differentiation to drive big outcomes using demand-driven education   President Chiang’s eye on the future of Purdue and its continued service to Indiana    ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Global market intelligence firm, IDC, estimates that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute nearly $20 trillion to the global economy by 2030 and represent nearly 4% of global GDP. Today we are joined by an AI pioneer, tech diplomat and leader of Purdue University, President Mung Chiang. We discuss:  His journey as a three-time entrepreneur turned university president and how his experience has shaped his approach at Purdue Being on the cusps of the AI revolution, bringing new jobs to market and its elimination of old ones – and its potential to transform the physical world Balancing AI’s opportunity for productivity versus its potential to become an adversarial threat  Connecting dots from the past to the future to develop job creation and prosperity in the state – and the critical role of agbioscience to make that happen Purdue has a top 5 college of engineering and a top 5 college of agriculture – and President Chiang talks about the university’s differentiation to drive big outcomes using demand-driven education   President Chiang’s eye on the future of Purdue and its continued service to Indiana    ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Global market intelligence firm, IDC, estimates that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute nearly $20 trillion to the global economy by 2030 and represent nearly 4% of global GDP. Today we are joined by an AI pioneer, tech diplomat and leader of Purdue University, President Mung Chiang. We discuss:  His journey as a three-time entrepreneur turned university president and how his experience has shaped his approach at Purdue Being on the cusps of the AI revolution, bringing new jobs to market and its elimination of old ones – and its potential to transform the physical world Balancing AI’s opportunity for productivity versus its potential to become an adversarial threat  Connecting dots from the past to the future to develop job creation and prosperity in the state – and the critical role of agbioscience to make that happen Purdue has a top 5 college of engineering and a top 5 college of agriculture – and President Chiang talks about the university’s differentiation to drive big outcomes using demand-driven education   President Chiang’s eye on the future of Purdue and its continued service to Indiana    ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Global market intelligence firm, IDC, estimates that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute nearly $20 trillion to the global economy by 2030 and represent nearly 4% of global GDP. Today we are joined by an AI pioneer, tech diplomat and leader of Pu</itunes:summary>
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		<title>336. Doing something with your data + the ag equipment market with Gripp&amp;rsquo;s Tracey Wiedmeyer</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tough commodity markets and a challenging ag economy is putting pressure on all elements of the agbiosciences. One of those is equipment. New data from the Equipment Manufacturers Association shows that tractor sales in the U.S. were down nearly 20% in the most recent month reporting. That's year over year. One entrepreneur is bringing to market a new technology to help those farmers maybe keep their tractors a little longer and better manage their fleet. Tracey Wiedmeyer, CEO of Gripp, joins us this week. We discuss:  The current state of the ag equipment market (not such a spoiler: it’s tough on everyone). Challenges facing farmers when it comes to the maintenance of existing equipment – from depreciation to staff coordination on-farm. The greatest opportunity for innovation in the ag equipment market right now and how Gripp was born. What it’s like for producers to interact with Gripp + their feedback. How their partnership with Purdue DIAL has accelerated growth on the farm. Bringing tech talent back to their roots. What’s ahead for Gripp. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Tough commodity markets and a challenging ag economy is putting pressure on all elements of the agbiosciences. One of those is equipment. New data from the Equipment Manufacturers Association shows that tractor sales in the U.S. were down nearly 20% in the most recent month reporting. That's year over year. One entrepreneur is bringing to market a new technology to help those farmers maybe keep their tractors a little longer and better manage their fleet. Tracey Wiedmeyer, CEO of Gripp, joins us this week. We discuss:  The current state of the ag equipment market (not such a spoiler: it’s tough on everyone). Challenges facing farmers when it comes to the maintenance of existing equipment – from depreciation to staff coordination on-farm. The greatest opportunity for innovation in the ag equipment market right now and how Gripp was born. What it’s like for producers to interact with Gripp + their feedback. How their partnership with Purdue DIAL has accelerated growth on the farm. Bringing tech talent back to their roots. What’s ahead for Gripp. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Tough commodity markets and a challenging ag economy is putting pressure on all elements of the agbiosciences. One of those is equipment. New data from the Equipment Manufacturers Association shows that tractor sales in the U.S. were down nearly 20% in the most recent month reporting. That's year over year. One entrepreneur is bringing to market a new technology to help those farmers maybe keep their tractors a little longer and better manage their fleet. Tracey Wiedmeyer, CEO of Gripp, joins us this week. We discuss:  The current state of the ag equipment market (not such a spoiler: it’s tough on everyone). Challenges facing farmers when it comes to the maintenance of existing equipment – from depreciation to staff coordination on-farm. The greatest opportunity for innovation in the ag equipment market right now and how Gripp was born. What it’s like for producers to interact with Gripp + their feedback. How their partnership with Purdue DIAL has accelerated growth on the farm. Bringing tech talent back to their roots. What’s ahead for Gripp. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Tough commodity markets and a challenging ag economy is putting pressure on all elements of the agbiosciences. One of those is equipment. New data from the Equipment Manufacturers Association shows that tractor sales in the U.S. were down nearly 20% in th</itunes:summary>
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		<title>335. Make Hay&amp;rsquo;s Scott Nelson on the power of storytelling + closing the gaps between farms, food and people</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Food is the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet. We are all connected to food, and one of the world's top marketers turned entrepreneur is now making the connection between farms, food, and people. Scott Nelson, CEO of Make Hay, joins us to talk all things consumers and connecting to the meaningful world of agriculture. We get into:  The existing gap between farms, food and people – and the opportunity to leverage today’s media landscape to connect all three. His time at Panera and how it shaped his viewpoint on storytelling for brands. How Scott’s background brought him to Make Hay + what the company aims to do. Make Hay’s relationship with Purdue’s DIAL Ventures and High Alpha, and how it’s accelerating their business. Scott’s vision for Make Hay – creating content for food transparency at scale, consumer awareness and farmers at the center of it all. Where Make Hay is at today and what’s ahead. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Food is the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet. We are all connected to food, and one of the world's top marketers turned entrepreneur is now making the connection between farms, food, and people. Scott Nelson, CEO of Make Hay, joins us to talk all things consumers and connecting to the meaningful world of agriculture. We get into:  The existing gap between farms, food and people – and the opportunity to leverage today’s media landscape to connect all three. His time at Panera and how it shaped his viewpoint on storytelling for brands. How Scott’s background brought him to Make Hay + what the company aims to do. Make Hay’s relationship with Purdue’s DIAL Ventures and High Alpha, and how it’s accelerating their business. Scott’s vision for Make Hay – creating content for food transparency at scale, consumer awareness and farmers at the center of it all. Where Make Hay is at today and what’s ahead. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Food is the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet. We are all connected to food, and one of the world's top marketers turned entrepreneur is now making the connection between farms, food, and people. Scott Nelson, CEO of Make Hay, joins us to talk all things consumers and connecting to the meaningful world of agriculture. We get into:  The existing gap between farms, food and people – and the opportunity to leverage today’s media landscape to connect all three. His time at Panera and how it shaped his viewpoint on storytelling for brands. How Scott’s background brought him to Make Hay + what the company aims to do. Make Hay’s relationship with Purdue’s DIAL Ventures and High Alpha, and how it’s accelerating their business. Scott’s vision for Make Hay – creating content for food transparency at scale, consumer awareness and farmers at the center of it all. Where Make Hay is at today and what’s ahead. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Food is the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet. We are all connected to food, and one of the world&#039;s top marketers turned entrepreneur is now making the connection between farms, food, and people. Scott Nelson, CEO of Make </itunes:summary>
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		<title>334. Mitch Frazier recaps November, the election&#39;s impact on agbioscience innovation + big investment announcement from Bain Capital</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/334-mitch-frazier-recaps-november-the-elections-impact-on-agbioscience-innovation-big-investment-announcement-from-bain-capital/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's almost Thanksgiving! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister sit down to recap November and get into: - The election's impact on farmers and agbioscience innovation.- Creating certainty for farmers in this new environment to plan for their operations.- Bain Capital investment into a merger of Biodyne USA, BW Fusion and Agronomy 365.- Entrepreneurship Week in Indiana.- Quadrant coming up on December 4!- Announcing a winner of the 2024 Producer-Led Innovation Challenge.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It's almost Thanksgiving! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister sit down to recap November and get into: - The election's impact on farmers and agbioscience innovation.- Creating certainty for farmers in this new environment to plan for their operations.- Bain Capital investment into a merger of Biodyne USA, BW Fusion and Agronomy 365.- Entrepreneurship Week in Indiana.- Quadrant coming up on December 4!- Announcing a winner of the 2024 Producer-Led Innovation Challenge.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It's almost Thanksgiving! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister sit down to recap November and get into: - The election's impact on farmers and agbioscience innovation.- Creating certainty for farmers in this new environment to plan for their operations.- Bain Capital investment into a merger of Biodyne USA, BW Fusion and Agronomy 365.- Entrepreneurship Week in Indiana.- Quadrant coming up on December 4!- Announcing a winner of the 2024 Producer-Led Innovation Challenge.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It&#039;s almost Thanksgiving! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister sit down to recap November and get into: - The election&#039;s impact on farmers and agbioscience innovation.- Creating certainty for farmers in this new environment to plan for their operations.- </itunes:summary>
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		<title>333. DPH Biologicals&amp;rsquo; Alex Cochran on a maturing ag biologics market + the importance of clearly stated ROI for growers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[New data from AgFunder News shows that ag biologics are used by just under half of U.S. farmers. Dr. Alex Cochran, CTO of DPH Biologicals, joins today to share his unique perspective on this growing market.  We discuss: What are ag biologicals and their role in modern production agriculture. Biologicals as an important piece for growers as they manage a tough farm economy. The challenge of change when it comes to farming practices and the criticality of clearly describing ROI for growers. Movement in the biologicals market from big players like Corteva’s acquisition of Symborg and Stoller. DPH’s focus on differentiation and value to its growers + a deep dive into the conversations they’re having at the farmgate right now. The biologicals market has come a long way, but is it still early innings? Alex talks how the technology has evolved what’s on the horizon for DPH Biologicals. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[New data from AgFunder News shows that ag biologics are used by just under half of U.S. farmers. Dr. Alex Cochran, CTO of DPH Biologicals, joins today to share his unique perspective on this growing market.  We discuss: What are ag biologicals and their role in modern production agriculture. Biologicals as an important piece for growers as they manage a tough farm economy. The challenge of change when it comes to farming practices and the criticality of clearly describing ROI for growers. Movement in the biologicals market from big players like Corteva’s acquisition of Symborg and Stoller. DPH’s focus on differentiation and value to its growers + a deep dive into the conversations they’re having at the farmgate right now. The biologicals market has come a long way, but is it still early innings? Alex talks how the technology has evolved what’s on the horizon for DPH Biologicals. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[New data from AgFunder News shows that ag biologics are used by just under half of U.S. farmers. Dr. Alex Cochran, CTO of DPH Biologicals, joins today to share his unique perspective on this growing market.  We discuss: What are ag biologicals and their role in modern production agriculture. Biologicals as an important piece for growers as they manage a tough farm economy. The challenge of change when it comes to farming practices and the criticality of clearly describing ROI for growers. Movement in the biologicals market from big players like Corteva’s acquisition of Symborg and Stoller. DPH’s focus on differentiation and value to its growers + a deep dive into the conversations they’re having at the farmgate right now. The biologicals market has come a long way, but is it still early innings? Alex talks how the technology has evolved what’s on the horizon for DPH Biologicals. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>New data from AgFunder News shows that ag biologics are used by just under half of U.S. farmers. Dr. Alex Cochran, CTO of DPH Biologicals, joins today to share his unique perspective on this growing market.  We discuss: What are ag biologicals and their</itunes:summary>
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		<title>332. How policy will shape opportunities for innovation in agbioscience with Agri-Pulse&#39;s Sara Wyant</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/332-how-policy-will-shape-opportunities-for-innovation-in-agbioscience-with-agri-pulses-sara-wyant/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[America just elected a new president and many states just elected new chief executives and legislators. What does this time of transition mean for ag, for agbioscience and for entrepreneurs? Sara Wyant, farmer, editor and publisher of Agri-Pulse, joins today to help us understand what’s ahead. Sarah gets into regulatory topics – from immigration to sustainability – and talks through what the industry might expect from a second Trump administration, its new players as well as Congress. She also talks innovation, removing barriers to market entry and what lawmakers have to get done in order for farmers to plan for their operations. Sarah founded Agri-Pulse with the idea that someone should be telling the story of how policy affects the hard work of farmers and, ultimately, the food we consume. With eyes on the future, Sarah talks what’s ahead for Agri-Pulse and what issues her team has an eye on headed into a new era of leadership in our country. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[America just elected a new president and many states just elected new chief executives and legislators. What does this time of transition mean for ag, for agbioscience and for entrepreneurs? Sara Wyant, farmer, editor and publisher of Agri-Pulse, joins today to help us understand what’s ahead. Sarah gets into regulatory topics – from immigration to sustainability – and talks through what the industry might expect from a second Trump administration, its new players as well as Congress. She also talks innovation, removing barriers to market entry and what lawmakers have to get done in order for farmers to plan for their operations. Sarah founded Agri-Pulse with the idea that someone should be telling the story of how policy affects the hard work of farmers and, ultimately, the food we consume. With eyes on the future, Sarah talks what’s ahead for Agri-Pulse and what issues her team has an eye on headed into a new era of leadership in our country. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[America just elected a new president and many states just elected new chief executives and legislators. What does this time of transition mean for ag, for agbioscience and for entrepreneurs? Sara Wyant, farmer, editor and publisher of Agri-Pulse, joins today to help us understand what’s ahead. Sarah gets into regulatory topics – from immigration to sustainability – and talks through what the industry might expect from a second Trump administration, its new players as well as Congress. She also talks innovation, removing barriers to market entry and what lawmakers have to get done in order for farmers to plan for their operations. Sarah founded Agri-Pulse with the idea that someone should be telling the story of how policy affects the hard work of farmers and, ultimately, the food we consume. With eyes on the future, Sarah talks what’s ahead for Agri-Pulse and what issues her team has an eye on headed into a new era of leadership in our country. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>America just elected a new president and many states just elected new chief executives and legislators. What does this time of transition mean for ag, for agbioscience and for entrepreneurs? Sara Wyant, farmer, editor and publisher of Agri-Pulse, joins to</itunes:summary>
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		<title>331. Field Atlas&amp;rsquo; Rilynne Puckett on striving for purpose + the growing interest in agbioscience careers among college students</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Workforce development is a topic that tops the list of policymakers and business leaders across the country; but true change in workforce development requires more than policy or curriculum. Field Atlas is an online career exploration platform, coupled with the power of on-campus peer ambassadors, to connect the future workforce to careers across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. Today we are joined by Ball State University student and Field Atlas Ambassador, Rilynne Puckett, to talk careers, discovering agbioscience and to answer a big question: what are young people looking for in their professional lives? Rilynne dives into her accidental discovery of agbiosciences via the Field Atlas Company Tours program and how she instantly saw herself applying a chemistry degree to the industry. She’s been connecting with her peers on campus to share the agbioscience story – and talks their reaction to the opportunities in front of them. What are college students looking for as the enter the workforce? Rilynne gets into striving for purpose, doing something you love and making an impact on our world.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Workforce development is a topic that tops the list of policymakers and business leaders across the country; but true change in workforce development requires more than policy or curriculum. Field Atlas is an online career exploration platform, coupled with the power of on-campus peer ambassadors, to connect the future workforce to careers across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. Today we are joined by Ball State University student and Field Atlas Ambassador, Rilynne Puckett, to talk careers, discovering agbioscience and to answer a big question: what are young people looking for in their professional lives? Rilynne dives into her accidental discovery of agbiosciences via the Field Atlas Company Tours program and how she instantly saw herself applying a chemistry degree to the industry. She’s been connecting with her peers on campus to share the agbioscience story – and talks their reaction to the opportunities in front of them. What are college students looking for as the enter the workforce? Rilynne gets into striving for purpose, doing something you love and making an impact on our world.  ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>330. Decision science, optimizing data + uniquely solving problems with Sensix Ag&amp;rsquo;s Carlos Ribeiro</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/330-decision-science-optimizing-data-uniquely-solving-problems-with-sensix-ags-carlos-ribeiro/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A new survey of agribusiness professionals found that more than 70% spend more than 11 hours a week collecting, collating and analyzing data. It’s a challenge being tackled by Brazilian company, Sensix, and CEO Carlos Ribeiro joins us today to talk data as a huge task on-farm and their role in optimizing decisions for farmers.  Tremendous troves of data exist on the farm and, surprisingly, Carlos says the problems facing farmers in the U.S. are much the same as they are in Brazil. He gets into decision science and stresses the importance of mindset for tech adoption – despite the size of the farm.  So how is Sensix uniquely solving this problem? A tech guy at heart, Carlos says he realized the amount of data needed to adequately manage farms. He tells the Sensix story, consolidating software and creating one interface for the farmer.  In a time of tight farm margins, tech adoption is a tough sell. Carlos dives into their mission for a clear return on investment and putting money in farmers’ pockets in the short and long-term. On his recent visit to Indiana, he marvels at farmers’ data logs, appetite for decisions and looks ahead to what’s next for Sensix. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A new survey of agribusiness professionals found that more than 70% spend more than 11 hours a week collecting, collating and analyzing data. It’s a challenge being tackled by Brazilian company, Sensix, and CEO Carlos Ribeiro joins us today to talk data as a huge task on-farm and their role in optimizing decisions for farmers.  Tremendous troves of data exist on the farm and, surprisingly, Carlos says the problems facing farmers in the U.S. are much the same as they are in Brazil. He gets into decision science and stresses the importance of mindset for tech adoption – despite the size of the farm.  So how is Sensix uniquely solving this problem? A tech guy at heart, Carlos says he realized the amount of data needed to adequately manage farms. He tells the Sensix story, consolidating software and creating one interface for the farmer.  In a time of tight farm margins, tech adoption is a tough sell. Carlos dives into their mission for a clear return on investment and putting money in farmers’ pockets in the short and long-term. On his recent visit to Indiana, he marvels at farmers’ data logs, appetite for decisions and looks ahead to what’s next for Sensix. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A new survey of agribusiness professionals found that more than 70% spend more than 11 hours a week collecting, collating and analyzing data. It’s a challenge being tackled by Brazilian company, Sensix, and CEO Carlos Ribeiro joins us today to talk data as a huge task on-farm and their role in optimizing decisions for farmers.  Tremendous troves of data exist on the farm and, surprisingly, Carlos says the problems facing farmers in the U.S. are much the same as they are in Brazil. He gets into decision science and stresses the importance of mindset for tech adoption – despite the size of the farm.  So how is Sensix uniquely solving this problem? A tech guy at heart, Carlos says he realized the amount of data needed to adequately manage farms. He tells the Sensix story, consolidating software and creating one interface for the farmer.  In a time of tight farm margins, tech adoption is a tough sell. Carlos dives into their mission for a clear return on investment and putting money in farmers’ pockets in the short and long-term. On his recent visit to Indiana, he marvels at farmers’ data logs, appetite for decisions and looks ahead to what’s next for Sensix. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A new survey of agribusiness professionals found that more than 70% spend more than 11 hours a week collecting, collating and analyzing data. It’s a challenge being tackled by Brazilian company, Sensix, and CEO Carlos Ribeiro joins us today to talk data</itunes:summary>
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		<title>329. Mitch Frazier recaps a gigantic October for bioinnovation + long-term implications for farmers</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From the grand opening of BioBond's new Indiana location to the announcement of Sustainea and Primient's $400 million announcement, it's been a massive month for bioinnovation news. Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month and look ahead to the rest of 2024 -- including AgriNovus' last QUADRANT of the year.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From the grand opening of BioBond's new Indiana location to the announcement of Sustainea and Primient's $400 million announcement, it's been a massive month for bioinnovation news. Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month and look ahead to the rest of 2024 -- including AgriNovus' last QUADRANT of the year.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From the grand opening of BioBond's new Indiana location to the announcement of Sustainea and Primient's $400 million announcement, it's been a massive month for bioinnovation news. Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month and look ahead to the rest of 2024 -- including AgriNovus' last QUADRANT of the year.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From the grand opening of BioBond&#039;s new Indiana location to the announcement of Sustainea and Primient&#039;s $400 million announcement, it&#039;s been a massive month for bioinnovation news. Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month and look ahead to t</itunes:summary>
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		<title>328.  Anu&amp;rsquo;s Scott Massey on uniting technology + health, closing the gap on nutrition access</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 08:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The total healthcare spend relating to poor diet is quickly approaching $4 trillion annually according to the American Heart Association. This doesn't even include lost worker productivity.  One of the key contributing factors to that is access to healthy foods. Scott Massey, founder and CEO of Anu, is an entrepreneur that unites the power of technology and health to bring a new category of innovation to agbioscience. He joins us to talk the access gap to nutrition in our country and Anu’s approach to nutrition – right at the point of consumption. From perishability to socioeconomics and beyond, nutrition access has many challenges to overcome. Scott gets into how Anu has brought their innovation to market – from homes to larger community-based organizations such as hospitals, churches, schools and beyond. He talks balance between developing top-notch hardtech and building a business for scale – and emphasizing their mission to not build the biggest tech system for indoor farming, but one that is most distributed. As the recent winner of AgriNovus’ HungerTech Challenge, a grant from the National Science Foundation and beyond, there is wind in Anu’s sails. Scott dives into what’s next, staying strategic and his advice to entrepreneurs who aspire to get started. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The total healthcare spend relating to poor diet is quickly approaching $4 trillion annually according to the American Heart Association. This doesn't even include lost worker productivity.  One of the key contributing factors to that is access to healthy foods. Scott Massey, founder and CEO of Anu, is an entrepreneur that unites the power of technology and health to bring a new category of innovation to agbioscience. He joins us to talk the access gap to nutrition in our country and Anu’s approach to nutrition – right at the point of consumption. From perishability to socioeconomics and beyond, nutrition access has many challenges to overcome. Scott gets into how Anu has brought their innovation to market – from homes to larger community-based organizations such as hospitals, churches, schools and beyond. He talks balance between developing top-notch hardtech and building a business for scale – and emphasizing their mission to not build the biggest tech system for indoor farming, but one that is most distributed. As the recent winner of AgriNovus’ HungerTech Challenge, a grant from the National Science Foundation and beyond, there is wind in Anu’s sails. Scott dives into what’s next, staying strategic and his advice to entrepreneurs who aspire to get started. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The total healthcare spend relating to poor diet is quickly approaching $4 trillion annually according to the American Heart Association. This doesn't even include lost worker productivity.  One of the key contributing factors to that is access to healthy foods. Scott Massey, founder and CEO of Anu, is an entrepreneur that unites the power of technology and health to bring a new category of innovation to agbioscience. He joins us to talk the access gap to nutrition in our country and Anu’s approach to nutrition – right at the point of consumption. From perishability to socioeconomics and beyond, nutrition access has many challenges to overcome. Scott gets into how Anu has brought their innovation to market – from homes to larger community-based organizations such as hospitals, churches, schools and beyond. He talks balance between developing top-notch hardtech and building a business for scale – and emphasizing their mission to not build the biggest tech system for indoor farming, but one that is most distributed. As the recent winner of AgriNovus’ HungerTech Challenge, a grant from the National Science Foundation and beyond, there is wind in Anu’s sails. Scott dives into what’s next, staying strategic and his advice to entrepreneurs who aspire to get started. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The total healthcare spend relating to poor diet is quickly approaching $4 trillion annually according to the American Heart Association. This doesn&#039;t even include lost worker productivity.  One of the key contributing factors to that is access to heal</itunes:summary>
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		<title>327. Beck&#39;s Hybrids&#39; Bethany Gremel on defining company culture + its critical link to brand</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Company culture is often referred to in business books and board rooms, but is hard to define. Beck’s Hybrids’ Bethany Gremel, Director of Brand Experience and Culture, joins today to answer a few big questions: what is company culture? How do you define it for impact? Bethany gets into culture as a living organism that needs fed and its foundation being a series of behaviors rather than words. She also talks about culture and brand working together, how their team fosters culture at Beck’s and getting new people integrated into the company successfully – starting with their interview process.  How does culture keep going as employees age with the company? Bethany stresses the importance of loving and caring in the workplace and how what happens inside the company shows up on the outside of the company. Beck’s has expanded significantly over the last several years and as they’ve scaled, Bethany gets into the notion of “you cannot create culture, you have to catch it.”  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Company culture is often referred to in business books and board rooms, but is hard to define. Beck’s Hybrids’ Bethany Gremel, Director of Brand Experience and Culture, joins today to answer a few big questions: what is company culture? How do you define it for impact? Bethany gets into culture as a living organism that needs fed and its foundation being a series of behaviors rather than words. She also talks about culture and brand working together, how their team fosters culture at Beck’s and getting new people integrated into the company successfully – starting with their interview process.  How does culture keep going as employees age with the company? Bethany stresses the importance of loving and caring in the workplace and how what happens inside the company shows up on the outside of the company. Beck’s has expanded significantly over the last several years and as they’ve scaled, Bethany gets into the notion of “you cannot create culture, you have to catch it.”  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Company culture is often referred to in business books and board rooms, but is hard to define. Beck’s Hybrids’ Bethany Gremel, Director of Brand Experience and Culture, joins today to answer a few big questions: what is company culture? How do you define it for impact? Bethany gets into culture as a living organism that needs fed and its foundation being a series of behaviors rather than words. She also talks about culture and brand working together, how their team fosters culture at Beck’s and getting new people integrated into the company successfully – starting with their interview process.  How does culture keep going as employees age with the company? Bethany stresses the importance of loving and caring in the workplace and how what happens inside the company shows up on the outside of the company. Beck’s has expanded significantly over the last several years and as they’ve scaled, Bethany gets into the notion of “you cannot create culture, you have to catch it.”  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Company culture is often referred to in business books and board rooms, but is hard to define. Beck’s Hybrids’ Bethany Gremel, Director of Brand Experience and Culture, joins today to answer a few big questions: what is company culture? How do you def</itunes:summary>
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		<title>326. Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures&amp;rsquo; Anthony Gregory on growing + scaling the sustainable aviation fuel market</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[About 1.6 million barrels per day of petroleum jet fuel were consumed in the United States in 2023.  That number is expected to increase to nearly 2 million barrels daily by 2050. Southwest Airlines is taking a bold move, migrating away from petroleum to sustainable fuels. Anthony Gregory, COO of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, joins today to talk about its impact on agbioscience innovation, farmers and airline travelers in the future. As one of the world’s largest airlines, Anthony gets into Southwest’s proactive approach to sustainable aviation fuel, their investment arm aiding new companies in this space and seeing agriculture and aviation industries come together. He also talks about sustainable aviation fuel as a new market for ethanol producers and the critical role of the Midwest economy – farmers, universities, large-scale airline hubs and more – to lead in this space.  So what will it take for sustainable aviation fuel to become a reality? Anthony talks economic and environmental sustainability, the current challenges facing SAF consumption and how ethanol producers can begin the process of increasing demand. He also talks alternative feedstocks and other byproducts in SAF production – and the Southwest Airlines investment approach to new technologies that that help bring innovation in this space to market. Anthony talks through this journey with Southwest Airlines and their stance of being “one of many.” Airlines are trying to make a big leap in this space and he’s optimistic that small steps forward in this space will create long-term lasting impact. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[About 1.6 million barrels per day of petroleum jet fuel were consumed in the United States in 2023.  That number is expected to increase to nearly 2 million barrels daily by 2050. Southwest Airlines is taking a bold move, migrating away from petroleum to sustainable fuels. Anthony Gregory, COO of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, joins today to talk about its impact on agbioscience innovation, farmers and airline travelers in the future. As one of the world’s largest airlines, Anthony gets into Southwest’s proactive approach to sustainable aviation fuel, their investment arm aiding new companies in this space and seeing agriculture and aviation industries come together. He also talks about sustainable aviation fuel as a new market for ethanol producers and the critical role of the Midwest economy – farmers, universities, large-scale airline hubs and more – to lead in this space.  So what will it take for sustainable aviation fuel to become a reality? Anthony talks economic and environmental sustainability, the current challenges facing SAF consumption and how ethanol producers can begin the process of increasing demand. He also talks alternative feedstocks and other byproducts in SAF production – and the Southwest Airlines investment approach to new technologies that that help bring innovation in this space to market. Anthony talks through this journey with Southwest Airlines and their stance of being “one of many.” Airlines are trying to make a big leap in this space and he’s optimistic that small steps forward in this space will create long-term lasting impact. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[About 1.6 million barrels per day of petroleum jet fuel were consumed in the United States in 2023.  That number is expected to increase to nearly 2 million barrels daily by 2050. Southwest Airlines is taking a bold move, migrating away from petroleum to sustainable fuels. Anthony Gregory, COO of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, joins today to talk about its impact on agbioscience innovation, farmers and airline travelers in the future. As one of the world’s largest airlines, Anthony gets into Southwest’s proactive approach to sustainable aviation fuel, their investment arm aiding new companies in this space and seeing agriculture and aviation industries come together. He also talks about sustainable aviation fuel as a new market for ethanol producers and the critical role of the Midwest economy – farmers, universities, large-scale airline hubs and more – to lead in this space.  So what will it take for sustainable aviation fuel to become a reality? Anthony talks economic and environmental sustainability, the current challenges facing SAF consumption and how ethanol producers can begin the process of increasing demand. He also talks alternative feedstocks and other byproducts in SAF production – and the Southwest Airlines investment approach to new technologies that that help bring innovation in this space to market. Anthony talks through this journey with Southwest Airlines and their stance of being “one of many.” Airlines are trying to make a big leap in this space and he’s optimistic that small steps forward in this space will create long-term lasting impact. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>About 1.6 million barrels per day of petroleum jet fuel were consumed in the United States in 2023.  That number is expected to increase to nearly 2 million barrels daily by 2050. Southwest Airlines is taking a bold move, migrating away from petroleum to</itunes:summary>
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		<title>325. Intelinair&amp;rsquo;s Tim Hassinger on agtech&amp;rsquo;s impact on net farm income + managing today for less turbulent times</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/325-intelinairs-tim-hassinger-on-agtechs-impact-on-net-farm-income-managing-today-for-less-turbulent-times/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Corn prices hit a 4-year low in Q3, on the prospect of a record harvest. That data follows research and insights from USDA that expects net farm income to be down 25% year over year. One solution to this challenge is innovation. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Intelinair, joins today to share perspective on the market and innovation’s role in driving net farm income and operational efficiency. Agriculture is a cyclical business and the industry is certainly going through it now. Tim talks managing today for how you want to come out of this economic turbulence, what he hears from farmer customers (hint: it’s realism) and how innovators should be operating for success.  Where is Intelinair finding their success? Fresh off winning AgTech Data Analytics Company of the Year at the AgTech Breakthrough Awards, Tim talks growing and scaling their business and their continued pursuit of adding tools to their suite that help the farmer make better decisions and – ultimately – save money. How does the former leader of Dow AgroSciences and Lindsay Corporation feel about his time as CEO of Intelinair? Tim talks about new challenges, adjusting his mindset to meet the needs of the business and what has him excited as he looks to the future. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Corn prices hit a 4-year low in Q3, on the prospect of a record harvest. That data follows research and insights from USDA that expects net farm income to be down 25% year over year. One solution to this challenge is innovation. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Intelinair, joins today to share perspective on the market and innovation’s role in driving net farm income and operational efficiency. Agriculture is a cyclical business and the industry is certainly going through it now. Tim talks managing today for how you want to come out of this economic turbulence, what he hears from farmer customers (hint: it’s realism) and how innovators should be operating for success.  Where is Intelinair finding their success? Fresh off winning AgTech Data Analytics Company of the Year at the AgTech Breakthrough Awards, Tim talks growing and scaling their business and their continued pursuit of adding tools to their suite that help the farmer make better decisions and – ultimately – save money. How does the former leader of Dow AgroSciences and Lindsay Corporation feel about his time as CEO of Intelinair? Tim talks about new challenges, adjusting his mindset to meet the needs of the business and what has him excited as he looks to the future. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Corn prices hit a 4-year low in Q3, on the prospect of a record harvest. That data follows research and insights from USDA that expects net farm income to be down 25% year over year. One solution to this challenge is innovation. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Intelinair, joins today to share perspective on the market and innovation’s role in driving net farm income and operational efficiency. Agriculture is a cyclical business and the industry is certainly going through it now. Tim talks managing today for how you want to come out of this economic turbulence, what he hears from farmer customers (hint: it’s realism) and how innovators should be operating for success.  Where is Intelinair finding their success? Fresh off winning AgTech Data Analytics Company of the Year at the AgTech Breakthrough Awards, Tim talks growing and scaling their business and their continued pursuit of adding tools to their suite that help the farmer make better decisions and – ultimately – save money. How does the former leader of Dow AgroSciences and Lindsay Corporation feel about his time as CEO of Intelinair? Tim talks about new challenges, adjusting his mindset to meet the needs of the business and what has him excited as he looks to the future. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Corn prices hit a 4-year low in Q3, on the prospect of a record harvest. That data follows research and insights from USDA that expects net farm income to be down 25% year over year. One solution to this challenge is innovation. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Inte</itunes:summary>
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		<title>324. Mitch Frazier recaps September, Corteva + Pairwise collaboration, NASDA and more</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Happy International Podcast Day! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the agbiosciences in September and look ahead to upcoming events. Key takeaways include: - Artificial intelligence (AI) moving from hype to help + the recent conversation at AgriNovus' QUADRANT with Kristen Owen (Oppenheimer + Co.), Aaron Schacht (BiomEdit) and Brad Fruth (Beck's Hybrids)- The collaboration and joint venture between Corteva Agriscience and Pairwise (via Corteva Catalyst) -- a $25M investment to advance gene editing- A recap of NASDA (National Association of State Departments of Agriculture) + audio with Chuck Magro (Corteva) and Jeff Simmons (Elanco)- A preview of our December QUADRANT. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Past episodes mentioned: Aaron Schacht + Eric Bonabeau (BiomEdit): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/7d349933Elliott Parker (High Alpha Innovation): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/a43e4c6c]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Happy International Podcast Day! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the agbiosciences in September and look ahead to upcoming events. Key takeaways include: - Artificial intelligence (AI) moving from hype to help + the recent conversation at AgriNovus' QUADRANT with Kristen Owen (Oppenheimer + Co.), Aaron Schacht (BiomEdit) and Brad Fruth (Beck's Hybrids)- The collaboration and joint venture between Corteva Agriscience and Pairwise (via Corteva Catalyst) -- a $25M investment to advance gene editing- A recap of NASDA (National Association of State Departments of Agriculture) + audio with Chuck Magro (Corteva) and Jeff Simmons (Elanco)- A preview of our December QUADRANT. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Past episodes mentioned: Aaron Schacht + Eric Bonabeau (BiomEdit): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/7d349933Elliott Parker (High Alpha Innovation): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/a43e4c6c]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Happy International Podcast Day! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the agbiosciences in September and look ahead to upcoming events. Key takeaways include: - Artificial intelligence (AI) moving from hype to help + the recent conversation at AgriNovus' QUADRANT with Kristen Owen (Oppenheimer + Co.), Aaron Schacht (BiomEdit) and Brad Fruth (Beck's Hybrids)- The collaboration and joint venture between Corteva Agriscience and Pairwise (via Corteva Catalyst) -- a $25M investment to advance gene editing- A recap of NASDA (National Association of State Departments of Agriculture) + audio with Chuck Magro (Corteva) and Jeff Simmons (Elanco)- A preview of our December QUADRANT. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/Past episodes mentioned: Aaron Schacht + Eric Bonabeau (BiomEdit): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/7d349933Elliott Parker (High Alpha Innovation): https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/a43e4c6c]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Happy International Podcast Day! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the agbiosciences in September and look ahead to upcoming events. Key takeaways include: - Artificial intelligence (AI) moving from hype to help + the recent conversation at AgriNov</itunes:summary>
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		<title>323. Insignum AgTech&amp;rsquo;s Kyle Mohler on early disease detection in crops + the value of farmer feedback</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/323-insignum-agtechs-kyle-mohler-on-early-disease-detection-in-crops-the-value-of-farmer-feedback/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s estimated that disease could cost the global food system up to 20% of production and one scientist is turning to the plant itself to change that. Dr. Kyle Mohler joins us today to talk his recent win at the Rally In-Prize Pitch Competition, his work to detect disease in plants much earlier and the Insignum AgTech’s startup journey in 2024. Insignum AgTech’s traits allow for the farmer to detect when disease is coming – nearly a week before you would actually see symptoms – an opportunity for farmers to treat with precision and before things are past a point of no return. Kyle gets into the farmer feedback surrounding the technology in action and how it serves as a decision-making tool for their operations. Fresh off a win at the Rally Innovation Conference In-Prize Pitch Competition, Kyle talks scaling via test plots across the Midwest. He also talks great milestones for Insignum AgTech in 2024 and where they hope to be headed in the future. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It’s estimated that disease could cost the global food system up to 20% of production and one scientist is turning to the plant itself to change that. Dr. Kyle Mohler joins us today to talk his recent win at the Rally In-Prize Pitch Competition, his work to detect disease in plants much earlier and the Insignum AgTech’s startup journey in 2024. Insignum AgTech’s traits allow for the farmer to detect when disease is coming – nearly a week before you would actually see symptoms – an opportunity for farmers to treat with precision and before things are past a point of no return. Kyle gets into the farmer feedback surrounding the technology in action and how it serves as a decision-making tool for their operations. Fresh off a win at the Rally Innovation Conference In-Prize Pitch Competition, Kyle talks scaling via test plots across the Midwest. He also talks great milestones for Insignum AgTech in 2024 and where they hope to be headed in the future. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It’s estimated that disease could cost the global food system up to 20% of production and one scientist is turning to the plant itself to change that. Dr. Kyle Mohler joins us today to talk his recent win at the Rally In-Prize Pitch Competition, his work to detect disease in plants much earlier and the Insignum AgTech’s startup journey in 2024. Insignum AgTech’s traits allow for the farmer to detect when disease is coming – nearly a week before you would actually see symptoms – an opportunity for farmers to treat with precision and before things are past a point of no return. Kyle gets into the farmer feedback surrounding the technology in action and how it serves as a decision-making tool for their operations. Fresh off a win at the Rally Innovation Conference In-Prize Pitch Competition, Kyle talks scaling via test plots across the Midwest. He also talks great milestones for Insignum AgTech in 2024 and where they hope to be headed in the future. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It’s estimated that disease could cost the global food system up to 20% of production and one scientist is turning to the plant itself to change that. Dr. Kyle Mohler joins us today to talk his recent win at the Rally In-Prize Pitch Competition, his wor</itunes:summary>
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		<title>322. Land O&amp;rsquo;Lakes&#39; Leah Anderson on the farmer perspective, emerging innovations and data as a differentiator to drive net farm income</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/322-land-olakes-leah-anderson-on-the-farmer-perspective-emerging-innovations-and-data-as-a-differentiator-to-drive-net-farm-income/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The cornerstone of the agbioscience economy is production agriculture. Without farmers, no amount of agtech, animal health, or plant science would ever be applicable to feed and fuel this world. Today we are joined by Leah Anderson, SVP of Land O’Lakes and president of WinField United, to talk about her drive and motivation to help the farmer – and putting it into action. Key Takeaways:  The farmer perspective headed into harvest including some stress surrounding commodity prices, input costs and declines in farm income levels. Challenges for Land O’Lakes and WinField United ahead of next growing season – from access to labor and investment decisions – and how they’re helping the farmer with those hurdles. Data as a decision driver and the Advanced Acre Rx program as a prescription suite of tools based on a farmer’s most pressing individual needs. The cooperative model as a differentiator for farmers and the emerging innovations that have Leah most excited – including AI biologicals and evolving new markets (Carbon, water, etc.).  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The cornerstone of the agbioscience economy is production agriculture. Without farmers, no amount of agtech, animal health, or plant science would ever be applicable to feed and fuel this world. Today we are joined by Leah Anderson, SVP of Land O’Lakes and president of WinField United, to talk about her drive and motivation to help the farmer – and putting it into action. Key Takeaways:  The farmer perspective headed into harvest including some stress surrounding commodity prices, input costs and declines in farm income levels. Challenges for Land O’Lakes and WinField United ahead of next growing season – from access to labor and investment decisions – and how they’re helping the farmer with those hurdles. Data as a decision driver and the Advanced Acre Rx program as a prescription suite of tools based on a farmer’s most pressing individual needs. The cooperative model as a differentiator for farmers and the emerging innovations that have Leah most excited – including AI biologicals and evolving new markets (Carbon, water, etc.).  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The cornerstone of the agbioscience economy is production agriculture. Without farmers, no amount of agtech, animal health, or plant science would ever be applicable to feed and fuel this world. Today we are joined by Leah Anderson, SVP of Land O’Lakes and president of WinField United, to talk about her drive and motivation to help the farmer – and putting it into action. Key Takeaways:  The farmer perspective headed into harvest including some stress surrounding commodity prices, input costs and declines in farm income levels. Challenges for Land O’Lakes and WinField United ahead of next growing season – from access to labor and investment decisions – and how they’re helping the farmer with those hurdles. Data as a decision driver and the Advanced Acre Rx program as a prescription suite of tools based on a farmer’s most pressing individual needs. The cooperative model as a differentiator for farmers and the emerging innovations that have Leah most excited – including AI biologicals and evolving new markets (Carbon, water, etc.).  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The cornerstone of the agbioscience economy is production agriculture. Without farmers, no amount of agtech, animal health, or plant science would ever be applicable to feed and fuel this world. Today we are joined by Leah Anderson, SVP of Land O’Lakes </itunes:summary>
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		<title>321. The Directions Group&amp;rsquo;s Mark Purdy on farmers of the future + their identified opportunities for innovation in agbioscience</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/321-the-directions-groups-mark-purdy-on-farmers-of-the-future-their-identified-opportunities-for-innovation-in-agbioscience/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Innovation in agbioscience has never been more critical. In today’s tough economy, farmers are looking for new ways to generate margin and with geopolitical instability around the world, food’s stabilizing force around the world is taking center stage. Former Army Colonel and Executive Vice President of The Directions Group (Aimpoint Research) joins today to talk forces of change in our food system, food security as national security and innovation for the farmer. Key Takeaways:  The Directions Group’s recent Farmers of the Future research dives into how farmers are evolving, what they need and how his team sees this landscape changing in the future – including consolidation. Agbioscience’s critical role in human health and its impact on our national security and military service.  Mark’s work with Indiana farmers to define the critical challenges facing their operations as the launch point for this year’s Producer-Led Innovation Challenge and The Directions Group’s methodology of tackling this feedback. Labor management and administrative burden as huge hurdles for farmers to be successful – and why talking with a farmer will drive better outcomes for innovators. Read the study, Producer-Led Innovation Challenge Opportunity Identification, at agrinovusindiana.com/research. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation in agbioscience has never been more critical. In today’s tough economy, farmers are looking for new ways to generate margin and with geopolitical instability around the world, food’s stabilizing force around the world is taking center stage. Former Army Colonel and Executive Vice President of The Directions Group (Aimpoint Research) joins today to talk forces of change in our food system, food security as national security and innovation for the farmer. Key Takeaways:  The Directions Group’s recent Farmers of the Future research dives into how farmers are evolving, what they need and how his team sees this landscape changing in the future – including consolidation. Agbioscience’s critical role in human health and its impact on our national security and military service.  Mark’s work with Indiana farmers to define the critical challenges facing their operations as the launch point for this year’s Producer-Led Innovation Challenge and The Directions Group’s methodology of tackling this feedback. Labor management and administrative burden as huge hurdles for farmers to be successful – and why talking with a farmer will drive better outcomes for innovators. Read the study, Producer-Led Innovation Challenge Opportunity Identification, at agrinovusindiana.com/research. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Innovation in agbioscience has never been more critical. In today’s tough economy, farmers are looking for new ways to generate margin and with geopolitical instability around the world, food’s stabilizing force around the world is taking center stage. Former Army Colonel and Executive Vice President of The Directions Group (Aimpoint Research) joins today to talk forces of change in our food system, food security as national security and innovation for the farmer. Key Takeaways:  The Directions Group’s recent Farmers of the Future research dives into how farmers are evolving, what they need and how his team sees this landscape changing in the future – including consolidation. Agbioscience’s critical role in human health and its impact on our national security and military service.  Mark’s work with Indiana farmers to define the critical challenges facing their operations as the launch point for this year’s Producer-Led Innovation Challenge and The Directions Group’s methodology of tackling this feedback. Labor management and administrative burden as huge hurdles for farmers to be successful – and why talking with a farmer will drive better outcomes for innovators. Read the study, Producer-Led Innovation Challenge Opportunity Identification, at agrinovusindiana.com/research. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Innovation in agbioscience has never been more critical. In today’s tough economy, farmers are looking for new ways to generate margin and with geopolitical instability around the world, food’s stabilizing force around the world is taking center stage</itunes:summary>
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		<title>320. Rumin8&amp;rsquo;s Dr. Lucas Huntimer on durability, sustainability + the decarbonization of 100 million cows by 2030</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/320-rumin8s-dr-lucas-huntimer-on-durability-sustainability-the-decarbonization-of-100-million-cows-by-2030/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sustainability in agbioscience requires two key inputs: environment and economics. Today we are joined by Rumin8’s head of research and develoment, Dr. Lucas Huntimer, to talk economic durability, sustainability and how his team aims to decarbonize 100 million cows by 2030.  Lucas dives into the challenge at hand – methane – and Rumin8’s differentiated approach to innovating in this space. Rather than focusing on methane knockdown, their team is redirecting methane emission back into productivity, returning investment back to the producer. With an uptick in innovation happening in this space, we had to ask: why now? Lucas talks through the rise in focus surrounding cattle, their bold mission to decarbonize 100 million cows by 2030 and the hurdles they’ll face to get there, from regulatory to capital. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Sustainability in agbioscience requires two key inputs: environment and economics. Today we are joined by Rumin8’s head of research and develoment, Dr. Lucas Huntimer, to talk economic durability, sustainability and how his team aims to decarbonize 100 million cows by 2030.  Lucas dives into the challenge at hand – methane – and Rumin8’s differentiated approach to innovating in this space. Rather than focusing on methane knockdown, their team is redirecting methane emission back into productivity, returning investment back to the producer. With an uptick in innovation happening in this space, we had to ask: why now? Lucas talks through the rise in focus surrounding cattle, their bold mission to decarbonize 100 million cows by 2030 and the hurdles they’ll face to get there, from regulatory to capital. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>Sustainability in agbioscience requires two key inputs: environment and economics. Today we are joined by Rumin8’s head of research and develoment, Dr. Lucas Huntimer, to talk economic durability, sustainability and how his team aims to decarbonize 100 </itunes:summary>
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		<title>319. IEDC&amp;rsquo;s Salena Scardina on For the Bold, the customer experience + knowing when to automate vs. innovate</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Discover the journey of Salena Scardina, from her start at McDonald's Corporation to becoming the Chief Marketing Officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and her mission to redefine Indiana's global brand. In this episode of Agbioscience, Salena shares her insights on the customer experience, the power of understanding your audience and the innovative promise of Indiana's economy looking toward the future. Dive into the discussion on how Indiana is boldly claiming its place on the world stage, thanks to strategic branding and a deep commitment to innovation in agriculture, technology and touting what we do best – work together to achieve big outcomes. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Discover the journey of Salena Scardina, from her start at McDonald's Corporation to becoming the Chief Marketing Officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and her mission to redefine Indiana's global brand. In this episode of Agbioscience, Salena shares her insights on the customer experience, the power of understanding your audience and the innovative promise of Indiana's economy looking toward the future. Dive into the discussion on how Indiana is boldly claiming its place on the world stage, thanks to strategic branding and a deep commitment to innovation in agriculture, technology and touting what we do best – work together to achieve big outcomes. ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>318. Mitch Frazier recaps the Rally Innovation Conference, talks Producer-Led Innovation Challenge and more</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/318-mitch-frazier-recaps-the-rally-innovation-conference-talks-producer-led-innovation-challenge-and-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2024 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, recaps August with highlights from the Rally Innovation Conference, the upcoming Producer-Led Innovation Challenge, Field Atlas hitting college campuses across Indiana and events coming up for you to join!]]></description>
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		<title>317. Toph Day on the Rally Innovation Conference + the disparate stakeholder driving creative collisions</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/317-toph-day-on-the-rally-innovation-conference-the-disparate-stakeholder-driving-creative-collisions/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Venture capital has become synonymous with innovation. And one firm is turning to an event featuring world renowned artists, actors, athletes and innovators (plus a multi-million-dollar pitch competition) to drive new creative collisions. Toph Day, CEO of Elevate Ventures and mastermind of the Rally Innovation Conference, joins today to talk the state of venture capital, false growth driving bad decisions and his optimism heading into the last quarter of 2024. Part of his optimism starts with a major event kicking off in Indianapolis this week – the 2nd Rally Innovation Conference. Toph stresses the value of other vertical perspectives, bringing a wide range of expertise together at Rally and what attendees can expect at the event this week (in one word: Toph says to expect magic). What’s so different about Rally, anyway? Toph acknowledges that innovation doesn’t happen 1 on 1 between investor and entrepreneur and introduces a critical figure to the process: the disparate stakeholder (the figure upon which the event was launched). Between the demo floor, nationally renowned keynote speakers and a multi-million-dollar pitch competition, Rally is designed to bring together leaders across multiple disciplines to drive new, creative waves of innovation. With over 3,000 attendees in year one, Toph has a big vision for Rally’s sophomore season. This includes keynotes from Tia White, Alex Rodriguez, Marcus Lemonis and Jann Mardenborough (think creative collisions) + fantastic breakout sessions across food and agtech (among other verticals). Learn more about Rally at rallyinnovation.com. Use code RALLYAgrinovus to get 40% off your ticket.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Venture capital has become synonymous with innovation. And one firm is turning to an event featuring world renowned artists, actors, athletes and innovators (plus a multi-million-dollar pitch competition) to drive new creative collisions. Toph Day, CEO of Elevate Ventures and mastermind of the Rally Innovation Conference, joins today to talk the state of venture capital, false growth driving bad decisions and his optimism heading into the last quarter of 2024. Part of his optimism starts with a major event kicking off in Indianapolis this week – the 2nd Rally Innovation Conference. Toph stresses the value of other vertical perspectives, bringing a wide range of expertise together at Rally and what attendees can expect at the event this week (in one word: Toph says to expect magic). What’s so different about Rally, anyway? Toph acknowledges that innovation doesn’t happen 1 on 1 between investor and entrepreneur and introduces a critical figure to the process: the disparate stakeholder (the figure upon which the event was launched). Between the demo floor, nationally renowned keynote speakers and a multi-million-dollar pitch competition, Rally is designed to bring together leaders across multiple disciplines to drive new, creative waves of innovation. With over 3,000 attendees in year one, Toph has a big vision for Rally’s sophomore season. This includes keynotes from Tia White, Alex Rodriguez, Marcus Lemonis and Jann Mardenborough (think creative collisions) + fantastic breakout sessions across food and agtech (among other verticals). Learn more about Rally at rallyinnovation.com. Use code RALLYAgrinovus to get 40% off your ticket.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Venture capital has become synonymous with innovation. And one firm is turning to an event featuring world renowned artists, actors, athletes and innovators (plus a multi-million-dollar pitch competition) to drive new creative collisions. Toph Day, CEO of Elevate Ventures and mastermind of the Rally Innovation Conference, joins today to talk the state of venture capital, false growth driving bad decisions and his optimism heading into the last quarter of 2024. Part of his optimism starts with a major event kicking off in Indianapolis this week – the 2nd Rally Innovation Conference. Toph stresses the value of other vertical perspectives, bringing a wide range of expertise together at Rally and what attendees can expect at the event this week (in one word: Toph says to expect magic). What’s so different about Rally, anyway? Toph acknowledges that innovation doesn’t happen 1 on 1 between investor and entrepreneur and introduces a critical figure to the process: the disparate stakeholder (the figure upon which the event was launched). Between the demo floor, nationally renowned keynote speakers and a multi-million-dollar pitch competition, Rally is designed to bring together leaders across multiple disciplines to drive new, creative waves of innovation. With over 3,000 attendees in year one, Toph has a big vision for Rally’s sophomore season. This includes keynotes from Tia White, Alex Rodriguez, Marcus Lemonis and Jann Mardenborough (think creative collisions) + fantastic breakout sessions across food and agtech (among other verticals). Learn more about Rally at rallyinnovation.com. Use code RALLYAgrinovus to get 40% off your ticket.]]></googleplay:description>
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		<title>316. Elanco&amp;rsquo;s Tim Bettington on the evolution of animal health, the barriers of bringing innovation to market</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/316-elancos-tim-bettington-on-the-evolution-of-animal-health-the-barriers-of-bringing-innovation-to-market/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The animal health market – estimated by many sources to be $60 billion globally – spans everything from pet health to livestock and holds applications for innovations in feeds, vaccines, therapeutics and beyond. Joining us this week to talk about this evolving market is Tim Bettington, EVP of Corporate Strategy and Market Development at Elanco, to share his front row view on the evolution of animal health and the driving forces behind its growth.  Tim talks Elanco’s bifurcation between pet and livestock health, the dynamic challenge of bringing innovation to market in both categories and their unique individual challenges and opportunities. He also gets into investment dollars flowing heavily into the pet space – and how to balance that against innovation in livestock as potential to transform our food system and planet.  Innovation in livestock has been focused largely on methane reduction in cattle and Tim shares Elanco’s approach to creating products for the animal health space while also giving farmers a pathway to economic and environmental sustainability. Tim talks their partnership with Athian, the launch of Bovaer in the U.S. market and Elanco’s role in the future of the agricultural industry.  How does Elanco view their balance between internal R&D and external partnerships? Tim dives into the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize solutions to problems more quickly and what emerging trends will create a bigger footprint moving forward. He also talks the OneHealth Innovation District coming to Indianapolis, innovating for overall health and what’s ahead.  ]]></description>
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		<title>315. Corteva Agriscience&amp;rsquo;s Christy Wright on the convergence of ag, food and health + bringing innovation to market</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/315-corteva-agrisciences-christy-wright-on-the-convergence-of-ag-food-and-health-bringing-innovation-to-market/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Food: it’s the only economy that touches every person the planet and ideally, we have a relationship with it three times a day. Despite that, many don’t know where their food comes from or its connection to the farm. Christy Wright, Director of Global Food at Corteva Agriscience, joins us today to connect the farmgate to the dinnerplate, the global challenge of food security and what dynamics play into the food economy.  Christy dives into what unites farmers and consumers: the desire for a safe, affordable food supply created sustainably. She also gets into the convergence of food and health, Corteva’s role in optimizing nutrition across the globe through farmer inputs and linking arms with food companies to optimize ingredients.  As food continues to optimize for health, what emerging trends excite Christy? She talks biologicals, regenerative agriculture and other “leveling up” solutions that create healthy crops that meet the needs of a growing population.  As for how the needs of farmers are being met on the other end of the value chain, Christy also gets into Corteva Catalyst, bringing innovation to market and what she sees as the next chapter of our food system. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Food: it’s the only economy that touches every person the planet and ideally, we have a relationship with it three times a day. Despite that, many don’t know where their food comes from or its connection to the farm. Christy Wright, Director of Global Food at Corteva Agriscience, joins us today to connect the farmgate to the dinnerplate, the global challenge of food security and what dynamics play into the food economy.  Christy dives into what unites farmers and consumers: the desire for a safe, affordable food supply created sustainably. She also gets into the convergence of food and health, Corteva’s role in optimizing nutrition across the globe through farmer inputs and linking arms with food companies to optimize ingredients.  As food continues to optimize for health, what emerging trends excite Christy? She talks biologicals, regenerative agriculture and other “leveling up” solutions that create healthy crops that meet the needs of a growing population.  As for how the needs of farmers are being met on the other end of the value chain, Christy also gets into Corteva Catalyst, bringing innovation to market and what she sees as the next chapter of our food system. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Food: it’s the only economy that touches every person the planet and ideally, we have a relationship with it three times a day. Despite that, many don’t know where their food comes from or its connection to the farm. Christy Wright, Director of Global Food at Corteva Agriscience, joins us today to connect the farmgate to the dinnerplate, the global challenge of food security and what dynamics play into the food economy.  Christy dives into what unites farmers and consumers: the desire for a safe, affordable food supply created sustainably. She also gets into the convergence of food and health, Corteva’s role in optimizing nutrition across the globe through farmer inputs and linking arms with food companies to optimize ingredients.  As food continues to optimize for health, what emerging trends excite Christy? She talks biologicals, regenerative agriculture and other “leveling up” solutions that create healthy crops that meet the needs of a growing population.  As for how the needs of farmers are being met on the other end of the value chain, Christy also gets into Corteva Catalyst, bringing innovation to market and what she sees as the next chapter of our food system. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Food: it’s the only economy that touches every person the planet and ideally, we have a relationship with it three times a day. Despite that, many don’t know where their food comes from or its connection to the farm. Christy Wright, Director of Global</itunes:summary>
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		<title>314. Kevin Still on a hot start for Keystone Cooperative, being a conduit between tech + the farmer amidst a new speed of change</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/314-kevin-still-on-a-hot-start-for-keystone-cooperative-being-a-conduit-between-tech-the-farmer-amidst-a-new-speed-of-change/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cooperatives and retailers have been critical infrastructure for agriculture for generations. Keystone Cooperative CEO, Kevin Still, joins today to discuss their key role on farming operations and how ag retail has evolved since its inception.   As on-farm technologies continue to advance so does its role in cooperatives’ product portfolio. Kevin dives into Keystone Cooperative’s approach to being a trusted advisor on products and solutions that create value for their farmers – from data management to labor.  Keystone Cooperative is just a few months old and Kevin gives an update on their people, processes and bringing synergies together. Looking ahead, he talks investing in new technologies at scale and being a conduit between emerging technologies and the farmer. He also gets into the next four decades of agriculture and a new evolution of the farmer.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Cooperatives and retailers have been critical infrastructure for agriculture for generations. Keystone Cooperative CEO, Kevin Still, joins today to discuss their key role on farming operations and how ag retail has evolved since its inception.   As on-farm technologies continue to advance so does its role in cooperatives’ product portfolio. Kevin dives into Keystone Cooperative’s approach to being a trusted advisor on products and solutions that create value for their farmers – from data management to labor.  Keystone Cooperative is just a few months old and Kevin gives an update on their people, processes and bringing synergies together. Looking ahead, he talks investing in new technologies at scale and being a conduit between emerging technologies and the farmer. He also gets into the next four decades of agriculture and a new evolution of the farmer.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Cooperatives and retailers have been critical infrastructure for agriculture for generations. Keystone Cooperative CEO, Kevin Still, joins today to discuss their key role on farming operations and how ag retail has evolved since its inception.   As on-farm technologies continue to advance so does its role in cooperatives’ product portfolio. Kevin dives into Keystone Cooperative’s approach to being a trusted advisor on products and solutions that create value for their farmers – from data management to labor.  Keystone Cooperative is just a few months old and Kevin gives an update on their people, processes and bringing synergies together. Looking ahead, he talks investing in new technologies at scale and being a conduit between emerging technologies and the farmer. He also gets into the next four decades of agriculture and a new evolution of the farmer.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Cooperatives and retailers have been critical infrastructure for agriculture for generations. Keystone Cooperative CEO, Kevin Still, joins today to discuss their key role on farming operations and how ag retail has evolved since its inception.   As on-</itunes:summary>
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		<title>313. Mitch Frazier on AgriNovus&amp;rsquo; newly released study, Heartland BioWorks&amp;rsquo; $51M grant, Vital Farms coming to Indiana and more</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/313-mitch-frazier-on-agrinovus-newly-released-study-heartland-bioworks-51m-grant-vital-farms-coming-to-indiana-and-more/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[July was a month of momentum for the agbiosciences, including the release of new research that revealed Indiana agbioscience contributes nearly $70B to the state’s economy. We are here to recap the month:  Accelerate 2050 – a new study that highlights three priority opportunities for the agbiosciences including Food is Health, Farmer-Focused Innovation and Farmer-Focused Innovation. We also hear RTI’s Jim Redden’s comments on what these areas of focus mean for Indiana – and around the world. Heartland BioWorks – recently announced a nearly $51 million implementation grant made possible by the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program created by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.  Vital Farms – expanding its supply chain to Seymour, Indiana with plans to break ground in 2025 and be fully operational in 2027. This will add 150 new jobs to the area. IBJ 250 – celebrating agbioscience representation on Indiana’s list of most prominent leaders! We are hitting the road for more! West Lafayette and Bedford – join us! Click here to register for these free events: https://agrinovusindiana.com/events/accelerate-2050-driving-growth-in-the-future/  QUADRANT is also back in September. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/  Other episodes of Agbioscience mentioned:  Dr. Kofi Essel, Elevance Health - https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/6d11d81a Dave Roberts + Andrew Kossack, Applied Research Institute: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/22551e39  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[July was a month of momentum for the agbiosciences, including the release of new research that revealed Indiana agbioscience contributes nearly $70B to the state’s economy. We are here to recap the month:  Accelerate 2050 – a new study that highlights three priority opportunities for the agbiosciences including Food is Health, Farmer-Focused Innovation and Farmer-Focused Innovation. We also hear RTI’s Jim Redden’s comments on what these areas of focus mean for Indiana – and around the world. Heartland BioWorks – recently announced a nearly $51 million implementation grant made possible by the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program created by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.  Vital Farms – expanding its supply chain to Seymour, Indiana with plans to break ground in 2025 and be fully operational in 2027. This will add 150 new jobs to the area. IBJ 250 – celebrating agbioscience representation on Indiana’s list of most prominent leaders! We are hitting the road for more! West Lafayette and Bedford – join us! Click here to register for these free events: https://agrinovusindiana.com/events/accelerate-2050-driving-growth-in-the-future/  QUADRANT is also back in September. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/  Other episodes of Agbioscience mentioned:  Dr. Kofi Essel, Elevance Health - https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/6d11d81a Dave Roberts + Andrew Kossack, Applied Research Institute: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/22551e39  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[July was a month of momentum for the agbiosciences, including the release of new research that revealed Indiana agbioscience contributes nearly $70B to the state’s economy. We are here to recap the month:  Accelerate 2050 – a new study that highlights three priority opportunities for the agbiosciences including Food is Health, Farmer-Focused Innovation and Farmer-Focused Innovation. We also hear RTI’s Jim Redden’s comments on what these areas of focus mean for Indiana – and around the world. Heartland BioWorks – recently announced a nearly $51 million implementation grant made possible by the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program created by the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.  Vital Farms – expanding its supply chain to Seymour, Indiana with plans to break ground in 2025 and be fully operational in 2027. This will add 150 new jobs to the area. IBJ 250 – celebrating agbioscience representation on Indiana’s list of most prominent leaders! We are hitting the road for more! West Lafayette and Bedford – join us! Click here to register for these free events: https://agrinovusindiana.com/events/accelerate-2050-driving-growth-in-the-future/  QUADRANT is also back in September. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/  Other episodes of Agbioscience mentioned:  Dr. Kofi Essel, Elevance Health - https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/6d11d81a Dave Roberts + Andrew Kossack, Applied Research Institute: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/22551e39  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>July was a month of momentum for the agbiosciences, including the release of new research that revealed Indiana agbioscience contributes nearly $70B to the state’s economy. We are here to recap the month:  Accelerate 2050 – a new study that highlight</itunes:summary>
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		<title>312. Dr. Kofi Essel on food is health, nutrition security, innovative collisions with agbioscience + making sure to measure outcomes</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/312-dr-kofi-essel-on-food-is-health-nutrition-security-innovative-collisions-with-agbioscience-making-sure-to-measure-outcomes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Food – it's the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet and it’s foundational to human health. So much so that leaders across the economy are uniting the power of food to drive health. It’s a new category of innovation called Food is Health and the nation’s 2nd largest health insurer, Elevance Health, is investing in this area. Dr. Kofi Essel, Food as Medicine Director at Elevance Health, joins today to talk food preventing, managing and treating disease. Poor diet is one of the leading risk factors for decreased quality of life and premature death. A former pediatrician, Kofi talks about food as medicine being great healthcare and social drivers of health being critical to what happens within the four walls of a doctor’s office. He also stresses the importance of thinking beyond those experiencing food insecurity to nutrition security – ensuring access to the right types of food for their overall health. The innovative intersection of human health and food is headed for a revolution – and digital is a big piece of that. Kofi gets into Elevance Health’s role in this space and bridging the gap between nutrition supply and demand. As he speaks on hunger as a pervasive problem in the United States, Kofi talks about the innovative solutions that will be needed – and that includes the AgriNovus HungerTech Challenge – designed to create digital solutions that increase access to food and nutrition.  How will we know if food is health is making a difference? Kofi talks health outcomes data, costs of healthcare and thinking about nutrition equity no matter your location. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Food – it's the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet and it’s foundational to human health. So much so that leaders across the economy are uniting the power of food to drive health. It’s a new category of innovation called Food is Health and the nation’s 2nd largest health insurer, Elevance Health, is investing in this area. Dr. Kofi Essel, Food as Medicine Director at Elevance Health, joins today to talk food preventing, managing and treating disease. Poor diet is one of the leading risk factors for decreased quality of life and premature death. A former pediatrician, Kofi talks about food as medicine being great healthcare and social drivers of health being critical to what happens within the four walls of a doctor’s office. He also stresses the importance of thinking beyond those experiencing food insecurity to nutrition security – ensuring access to the right types of food for their overall health. The innovative intersection of human health and food is headed for a revolution – and digital is a big piece of that. Kofi gets into Elevance Health’s role in this space and bridging the gap between nutrition supply and demand. As he speaks on hunger as a pervasive problem in the United States, Kofi talks about the innovative solutions that will be needed – and that includes the AgriNovus HungerTech Challenge – designed to create digital solutions that increase access to food and nutrition.  How will we know if food is health is making a difference? Kofi talks health outcomes data, costs of healthcare and thinking about nutrition equity no matter your location. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Food – it's the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet and it’s foundational to human health. So much so that leaders across the economy are uniting the power of food to drive health. It’s a new category of innovation called Food is Health and the nation’s 2nd largest health insurer, Elevance Health, is investing in this area. Dr. Kofi Essel, Food as Medicine Director at Elevance Health, joins today to talk food preventing, managing and treating disease. Poor diet is one of the leading risk factors for decreased quality of life and premature death. A former pediatrician, Kofi talks about food as medicine being great healthcare and social drivers of health being critical to what happens within the four walls of a doctor’s office. He also stresses the importance of thinking beyond those experiencing food insecurity to nutrition security – ensuring access to the right types of food for their overall health. The innovative intersection of human health and food is headed for a revolution – and digital is a big piece of that. Kofi gets into Elevance Health’s role in this space and bridging the gap between nutrition supply and demand. As he speaks on hunger as a pervasive problem in the United States, Kofi talks about the innovative solutions that will be needed – and that includes the AgriNovus HungerTech Challenge – designed to create digital solutions that increase access to food and nutrition.  How will we know if food is health is making a difference? Kofi talks health outcomes data, costs of healthcare and thinking about nutrition equity no matter your location. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Food – it&#039;s the only economy in the world that touches every person on the planet and it’s foundational to human health. So much so that leaders across the economy are uniting the power of food to drive health. It’s a new category of innovation cal</itunes:summary>
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		<title>311. RTI International&amp;rsquo;s Amanda Rose on Indiana&amp;rsquo;s $69.6B agbioscience economy, three defined priorities for the future</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/311-rti-internationals-amanda-rose-on-indianas-69-6b-agbioscience-economy-three-defined-priorities-for-the-future/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:34:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Hoosier Ag Today]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A team of researchers recently dug in to Indiana’s  $69.6 agbioscience economy and its opportunities for growth well into the future – 2050, to be exact. Amanda Rose, agri-food systems lead for RTI International, joins us to elaborate on the newly released study, Accelerate 2050: A Vision for Indiana Agbioscience, and three defined opportunities for differentiated growth amid future uncertainty, including: Farmer-Focused Innovation Food is Health BioInnovation Why these opportunities? Amanda gets into the study’s methodology, marrying economic data with strategic foresight and creating the conditions for a future economy you want. These aren’t ideas bouncing off the wall but are grounded in existing assets that make Indiana unique. She also talks economic data, establishing a benchmark for future competitive analysis and how the data compares relative to other industries.  This study was largely about the future, so what’s ahead? Amanda talks about possible future scenarios for agbioscience on a global scale and the importance of operating and innovating at unique intersections to drive big outcomes – for people, plants, animals and the planet. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A team of researchers recently dug in to Indiana’s  $69.6 agbioscience economy and its opportunities for growth well into the future – 2050, to be exact. Amanda Rose, agri-food systems lead for RTI International, joins us to elaborate on the newly released study, Accelerate 2050: A Vision for Indiana Agbioscience, and three defined opportunities for differentiated growth amid future uncertainty, including: Farmer-Focused Innovation Food is Health BioInnovation Why these opportunities? Amanda gets into the study’s methodology, marrying economic data with strategic foresight and creating the conditions for a future economy you want. These aren’t ideas bouncing off the wall but are grounded in existing assets that make Indiana unique. She also talks economic data, establishing a benchmark for future competitive analysis and how the data compares relative to other industries.  This study was largely about the future, so what’s ahead? Amanda talks about possible future scenarios for agbioscience on a global scale and the importance of operating and innovating at unique intersections to drive big outcomes – for people, plants, animals and the planet. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A team of researchers recently dug in to Indiana’s  $69.6 agbioscience economy and its opportunities for growth well into the future – 2050, to be exact. Amanda Rose, agri-food systems lead for RTI International, joins us to elaborate on the newly released study, Accelerate 2050: A Vision for Indiana Agbioscience, and three defined opportunities for differentiated growth amid future uncertainty, including: Farmer-Focused Innovation Food is Health BioInnovation Why these opportunities? Amanda gets into the study’s methodology, marrying economic data with strategic foresight and creating the conditions for a future economy you want. These aren’t ideas bouncing off the wall but are grounded in existing assets that make Indiana unique. She also talks economic data, establishing a benchmark for future competitive analysis and how the data compares relative to other industries.  This study was largely about the future, so what’s ahead? Amanda talks about possible future scenarios for agbioscience on a global scale and the importance of operating and innovating at unique intersections to drive big outcomes – for people, plants, animals and the planet. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A team of researchers recently dug in to Indiana’s  $69.6 agbioscience economy and its opportunities for growth well into the future – 2050, to be exact. Amanda Rose, agri-food systems lead for RTI International, joins us to elaborate on the newly re</itunes:summary>
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		<title>310. Dr. Jaleh Daie on investing for humanity, emerging trends in agbioscience + farmer needs as the priority for the future</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/310-dr-jaleh-daie-on-investing-for-humanity-emerging-trends-in-agbioscience-farmer-needs-as-the-priority-for-the-future/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Capital and science – two key ingredients that are shaping the future of the agbioscience economy. Dr. Jaleh Daie, Managing Partner of Aurora Equity, joins us today to talk about the state of risk capital in agbioscience, the round trip we’ve taken in the last six years and how it compares to other areas of investment.  With Jaleh’s rich background in education and focus on science, what unique opportunities have been created for her? She talks doing good for humanity, trailblazing for women in science and seeing innovation through a scientific lens. Jaleh talks investment in agtech being in the “early innings” and big trends getting a lot of traction – including biologicals, gene editing and artificial intelligence (AI). Jaleh gets into digital and its potential to transform agriculture – from the farmgate to the dinner plate – and the opportunities to innovate in a tightening farm economy. She stresses the importance of understanding the needs of farmers and her excitement surrounding upstream innovation to create better margins and profitability for farmers around the world. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Capital and science – two key ingredients that are shaping the future of the agbioscience economy. Dr. Jaleh Daie, Managing Partner of Aurora Equity, joins us today to talk about the state of risk capital in agbioscience, the round trip we’ve taken in the last six years and how it compares to other areas of investment.  With Jaleh’s rich background in education and focus on science, what unique opportunities have been created for her? She talks doing good for humanity, trailblazing for women in science and seeing innovation through a scientific lens. Jaleh talks investment in agtech being in the “early innings” and big trends getting a lot of traction – including biologicals, gene editing and artificial intelligence (AI). Jaleh gets into digital and its potential to transform agriculture – from the farmgate to the dinner plate – and the opportunities to innovate in a tightening farm economy. She stresses the importance of understanding the needs of farmers and her excitement surrounding upstream innovation to create better margins and profitability for farmers around the world. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Capital and science – two key ingredients that are shaping the future of the agbioscience economy. Dr. Jaleh Daie, Managing Partner of Aurora Equity, joins us today to talk about the state of risk capital in agbioscience, the round trip we’ve taken in the last six years and how it compares to other areas of investment.  With Jaleh’s rich background in education and focus on science, what unique opportunities have been created for her? She talks doing good for humanity, trailblazing for women in science and seeing innovation through a scientific lens. Jaleh talks investment in agtech being in the “early innings” and big trends getting a lot of traction – including biologicals, gene editing and artificial intelligence (AI). Jaleh gets into digital and its potential to transform agriculture – from the farmgate to the dinner plate – and the opportunities to innovate in a tightening farm economy. She stresses the importance of understanding the needs of farmers and her excitement surrounding upstream innovation to create better margins and profitability for farmers around the world. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Capital and science – two key ingredients that are shaping the future of the agbioscience economy. Dr. Jaleh Daie, Managing Partner of Aurora Equity, joins us today to talk about the state of risk capital in agbioscience, the round trip we’ve taken in</itunes:summary>
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		<title>309. Traction Ag&amp;rsquo;s Dustin Sapp on farm accounting technology, responsible growth + enabling economic prosperity for farmers</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/309-traction-ags-dustin-sapp-on-farm-accounting-technology-responsible-growth-enabling-economic-prosperity-for-farmers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Artificial Intelligence (AI) has projected to move from hype to help in 2024, generated by a shift in the global economy. There are tech companies taking that ambition and turning it into a reality and one of them joins us today. Dustin Sapp, CEO of Traction Ag, addresses farm accounting through technology, the sophistication of farming operations and how little of that innovation has hit farmers’ back offices.  How do farmers actually manage their books? Dustin says it’s a patchwork of solutions that take lots of time, spreadsheets and occasional uncertainty – something Traction Ag is well positioned to solve. He also gets into the vote of confidence from investors of late, all centered around the idea of improving the economic prosperity of farmers. Dustin also talks about their approach to responsible growth and building something that lasts so that farmers count on it as a trusted source for years to come. In a tough time for innovators trying to fundraise, what is Traction Ag doing different? Dustin stresses the importance of demonstrating value, telling your story well and the vision you have for your business. How will AI create more help at the farmgate? Dustin talks about AI not being a hero for bad solutions and how his tech background has paved the way to the opportunities he’s had to date.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Artificial Intelligence (AI) has projected to move from hype to help in 2024, generated by a shift in the global economy. There are tech companies taking that ambition and turning it into a reality and one of them joins us today. Dustin Sapp, CEO of Traction Ag, addresses farm accounting through technology, the sophistication of farming operations and how little of that innovation has hit farmers’ back offices.  How do farmers actually manage their books? Dustin says it’s a patchwork of solutions that take lots of time, spreadsheets and occasional uncertainty – something Traction Ag is well positioned to solve. He also gets into the vote of confidence from investors of late, all centered around the idea of improving the economic prosperity of farmers. Dustin also talks about their approach to responsible growth and building something that lasts so that farmers count on it as a trusted source for years to come. In a tough time for innovators trying to fundraise, what is Traction Ag doing different? Dustin stresses the importance of demonstrating value, telling your story well and the vision you have for your business. How will AI create more help at the farmgate? Dustin talks about AI not being a hero for bad solutions and how his tech background has paved the way to the opportunities he’s had to date.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Artificial Intelligence (AI) has projected to move from hype to help in 2024, generated by a shift in the global economy. There are tech companies taking that ambition and turning it into a reality and one of them joins us today. Dustin Sapp, CEO of Traction Ag, addresses farm accounting through technology, the sophistication of farming operations and how little of that innovation has hit farmers’ back offices.  How do farmers actually manage their books? Dustin says it’s a patchwork of solutions that take lots of time, spreadsheets and occasional uncertainty – something Traction Ag is well positioned to solve. He also gets into the vote of confidence from investors of late, all centered around the idea of improving the economic prosperity of farmers. Dustin also talks about their approach to responsible growth and building something that lasts so that farmers count on it as a trusted source for years to come. In a tough time for innovators trying to fundraise, what is Traction Ag doing different? Dustin stresses the importance of demonstrating value, telling your story well and the vision you have for your business. How will AI create more help at the farmgate? Dustin talks about AI not being a hero for bad solutions and how his tech background has paved the way to the opportunities he’s had to date.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Artificial Intelligence (AI) has projected to move from hype to help in 2024, generated by a shift in the global economy. There are tech companies taking that ambition and turning it into a reality and one of them joins us today. Dustin Sapp, CEO of Tract</itunes:summary>
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		<title>308. Biodyne USA&amp;rsquo;s Bodie Kitchel on the economics of biologicals, the pursuit of answers + innovating with urgency</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Biologicals – the broad category of ag input products derived from living organisms – have experienced significant growth in terms of adoption and investment. An analysis of Pitchbook data reveals there have been more than 6,000 deals in the global ag biotech market over the past decade. One of those companies driving growth is Biodyne USA. This week, we are joined by their National Director of Agronomy, Bodie Kitchel, to talk Biologicals vs. Biostimulants and what’s driving growth in the space. For Bodie, everyone’s “why” looks a little different when it comes to the adoption of biologicals and farm economics are certainly a piece of that. He gets into the farmer mindset around adopting innovation to leverage net farm income and Biodyne being an education company to help farmers learn where their dollar has the most value. Bodie also talks about needing economic impact right away but also balancing that belief with the value of economic impact in years two, three, four and five. With his experience in ag retail, how has Bodie seen innovation evolve? He talks about positioning, investment and companies being afraid of the unknown. Looking ahead, Bodie talks about that fear being outweighed by the urgency around innovating – and Biodyne USA doing it with speed. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Biologicals – the broad category of ag input products derived from living organisms – have experienced significant growth in terms of adoption and investment. An analysis of Pitchbook data reveals there have been more than 6,000 deals in the global ag biotech market over the past decade. One of those companies driving growth is Biodyne USA. This week, we are joined by their National Director of Agronomy, Bodie Kitchel, to talk Biologicals vs. Biostimulants and what’s driving growth in the space. For Bodie, everyone’s “why” looks a little different when it comes to the adoption of biologicals and farm economics are certainly a piece of that. He gets into the farmer mindset around adopting innovation to leverage net farm income and Biodyne being an education company to help farmers learn where their dollar has the most value. Bodie also talks about needing economic impact right away but also balancing that belief with the value of economic impact in years two, three, four and five. With his experience in ag retail, how has Bodie seen innovation evolve? He talks about positioning, investment and companies being afraid of the unknown. Looking ahead, Bodie talks about that fear being outweighed by the urgency around innovating – and Biodyne USA doing it with speed. ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>307. Mitch Frazier recaps June, talks Animal Health Boston, Elanco&amp;rsquo;s FDA approval of Bovaer, opportunities to join us + a big announcement!</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/307-mitch-frazier-recaps-june-talks-animal-health-boston-elancos-fda-approval-of-bovaer-opportunities-to-join-us-a-big-announcement/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[June was a busy one! From a trip to the Animal Health Nutrition Technology and Innovation Conference in Boston to hosting college students at agbioscience companies across Indiana, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister look back at the past month, what’s happening and what’s ahead. Hear from animal health innovators including Dr. Johanna Majamaa of GekkoVet and Celine Halioua from Loyal on bringing new solutions to market, the challenges they face and the opportunities that lie ahead in the future. We also dive into Elanco’s announcement of FDA approval for Bovaer, a feed additive for lactating dairy cows that reduces methane emissions.  We also welcomed nearly 30 college students from campuses across Indiana to tour agbioscience companies over the last month! Hear from Ball State chemistry student, Rilynne Puckett, on her experience and what she learned. QUADRANT is coming July 17 in Indianapolis! Register here at agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant. Lastly – Agbioscience is adding video! Watch, listen – whichever you prefer.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[June was a busy one! From a trip to the Animal Health Nutrition Technology and Innovation Conference in Boston to hosting college students at agbioscience companies across Indiana, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister look back at the past month, what’s happening and what’s ahead. Hear from animal health innovators including Dr. Johanna Majamaa of GekkoVet and Celine Halioua from Loyal on bringing new solutions to market, the challenges they face and the opportunities that lie ahead in the future. We also dive into Elanco’s announcement of FDA approval for Bovaer, a feed additive for lactating dairy cows that reduces methane emissions.  We also welcomed nearly 30 college students from campuses across Indiana to tour agbioscience companies over the last month! Hear from Ball State chemistry student, Rilynne Puckett, on her experience and what she learned. QUADRANT is coming July 17 in Indianapolis! Register here at agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant. Lastly – Agbioscience is adding video! Watch, listen – whichever you prefer.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[June was a busy one! From a trip to the Animal Health Nutrition Technology and Innovation Conference in Boston to hosting college students at agbioscience companies across Indiana, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister look back at the past month, what’s happening and what’s ahead. Hear from animal health innovators including Dr. Johanna Majamaa of GekkoVet and Celine Halioua from Loyal on bringing new solutions to market, the challenges they face and the opportunities that lie ahead in the future. We also dive into Elanco’s announcement of FDA approval for Bovaer, a feed additive for lactating dairy cows that reduces methane emissions.  We also welcomed nearly 30 college students from campuses across Indiana to tour agbioscience companies over the last month! Hear from Ball State chemistry student, Rilynne Puckett, on her experience and what she learned. QUADRANT is coming July 17 in Indianapolis! Register here at agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant. Lastly – Agbioscience is adding video! Watch, listen – whichever you prefer.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>June was a busy one! From a trip to the Animal Health Nutrition Technology and Innovation Conference in Boston to hosting college students at agbioscience companies across Indiana, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister look back at the past month, what’s h</itunes:summary>
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		<title>306. Ruminant BioTech&amp;rsquo;s Mark Weldon on methane knockdown, the link between environmental + economic sustainability</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are over one billion cattle globally, emitting methane through a natural process called enteric fermentation. Reducing emissions have become a top target of innovators across animal health and one company out of New Zealand is tackling the challenge from inside the cow. This week, we are joined by Mark Weldon, chairman of Ruminant BioTech, to talk about their bolus – a slow-release device that sits in the cow’s stomach for up to six months and delivers high levels of methane knockdown (think over 70% across a 90-day window). How was this bolus developed? Mark talks about the mini pilot that launched Ruminant BioTech and the growing conversation around methane emission suppression. He also gets into factors that are paving the way for innovations like this to emerge and creating value -- starting with the rancher and moving all the way through the food system. What makes Ruminant BioTech different than other aiming to mitigate methane emissions? Mark talks about their differentiation, acquiring funding (good returns for doing good) and their plans to scale outside of New Zealand.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[There are over one billion cattle globally, emitting methane through a natural process called enteric fermentation. Reducing emissions have become a top target of innovators across animal health and one company out of New Zealand is tackling the challenge from inside the cow. This week, we are joined by Mark Weldon, chairman of Ruminant BioTech, to talk about their bolus – a slow-release device that sits in the cow’s stomach for up to six months and delivers high levels of methane knockdown (think over 70% across a 90-day window). How was this bolus developed? Mark talks about the mini pilot that launched Ruminant BioTech and the growing conversation around methane emission suppression. He also gets into factors that are paving the way for innovations like this to emerge and creating value -- starting with the rancher and moving all the way through the food system. What makes Ruminant BioTech different than other aiming to mitigate methane emissions? Mark talks about their differentiation, acquiring funding (good returns for doing good) and their plans to scale outside of New Zealand.  ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>305. Eve Hanks of MI:RNA Diagnostics on early disease identification, transforming the future of animal health</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Early identification of diseases in animals is critical to the future of the food system, national security and our ability to care for our pets. One company is harnessing the power of biology to accelerate identification and joined us from the Agbioscience Podcast Corner at the Animal Health, Nutrition, Innovation and Technology Conference in Boston. Eve Hanks, founder and CEO of MI:RNA Diagnostics, joins us to talk their biomarker platform reliant on microRNA that has the potential to transform the future of animal health. Eve gets into how the platform works and success her team has experienced since spinning out of Scotland’s Rural College. She also talks the importance of partnerships to drive innovation forward.  With diseases like Avian Flu and African Swine Fever threatening the global food system, how can a tool like MI:RNA help? Eve talks combatting disease in animals and how an increased awareness of microRNA is driving interest in her team’s work. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Early identification of diseases in animals is critical to the future of the food system, national security and our ability to care for our pets. One company is harnessing the power of biology to accelerate identification and joined us from the Agbioscience Podcast Corner at the Animal Health, Nutrition, Innovation and Technology Conference in Boston. Eve Hanks, founder and CEO of MI:RNA Diagnostics, joins us to talk their biomarker platform reliant on microRNA that has the potential to transform the future of animal health. Eve gets into how the platform works and success her team has experienced since spinning out of Scotland’s Rural College. She also talks the importance of partnerships to drive innovation forward.  With diseases like Avian Flu and African Swine Fever threatening the global food system, how can a tool like MI:RNA help? Eve talks combatting disease in animals and how an increased awareness of microRNA is driving interest in her team’s work. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Early identification of diseases in animals is critical to the future of the food system, national security and our ability to care for our pets. One company is harnessing the power of biology to accelerate identification and joined us from the Agbioscience Podcast Corner at the Animal Health, Nutrition, Innovation and Technology Conference in Boston. Eve Hanks, founder and CEO of MI:RNA Diagnostics, joins us to talk their biomarker platform reliant on microRNA that has the potential to transform the future of animal health. Eve gets into how the platform works and success her team has experienced since spinning out of Scotland’s Rural College. She also talks the importance of partnerships to drive innovation forward.  With diseases like Avian Flu and African Swine Fever threatening the global food system, how can a tool like MI:RNA help? Eve talks combatting disease in animals and how an increased awareness of microRNA is driving interest in her team’s work. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Early identification of diseases in animals is critical to the future of the food system, national security and our ability to care for our pets. One company is harnessing the power of biology to accelerate identification and joined us from the Agbioscien</itunes:summary>
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		<title>304. Atarraya&amp;rsquo;s Daniel Russek on real sustainability, innovation in aquaculture and bringing food production back to its natural cycle</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Innovation in the agbiosciences is foundational to life – and it’s only accelerating. From biotech to production, food is transforming; and today’s guest is leading the charge on a new way of producing protein. Daniel Russek, CEO of Atarraya, joins us to talk the idea of sustainability, what it actually is and thinking long-term to achieve meaningful outcomes in this space. From greenwashing to social media allowing people to be “kind of informed” about the state of the planet, Daniel says sustainability has to coexist with strong economics. He dives into how he sees the future of food and Atarraya tackling the fastest-growing source of protein: shrimp. Atarraya’s innovation in aquaculture has been evolving for over a decade at this point and Daniel talks about the best resource for developing their technology: conversations with people. And it’s paid off. TIME Magazine named Atarraya one of the top 200 inventions of the year. The team also was a gold recipient of The Edison Award; with all this momentum, where do they go next? Daniel talks expanding production, the importance of partnerships and bringing food production back into its natural cycle. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Innovation in the agbiosciences is foundational to life – and it’s only accelerating. From biotech to production, food is transforming; and today’s guest is leading the charge on a new way of producing protein. Daniel Russek, CEO of Atarraya, joins us to talk the idea of sustainability, what it actually is and thinking long-term to achieve meaningful outcomes in this space. From greenwashing to social media allowing people to be “kind of informed” about the state of the planet, Daniel says sustainability has to coexist with strong economics. He dives into how he sees the future of food and Atarraya tackling the fastest-growing source of protein: shrimp. Atarraya’s innovation in aquaculture has been evolving for over a decade at this point and Daniel talks about the best resource for developing their technology: conversations with people. And it’s paid off. TIME Magazine named Atarraya one of the top 200 inventions of the year. The team also was a gold recipient of The Edison Award; with all this momentum, where do they go next? Daniel talks expanding production, the importance of partnerships and bringing food production back into its natural cycle. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>Innovation in the agbiosciences is foundational to life – and it’s only accelerating. From biotech to production, food is transforming; and today’s guest is leading the charge on a new way of producing protein. Daniel Russek, CEO of Atarraya, joins </itunes:summary>
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		<title>303. Solinftec&amp;rsquo;s Leo Carvalho on agtech&amp;rsquo;s evolution + the importance of co-creating innovation with farmers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Labor remains one of the greatest challenges facing the economy. Solinftec is addressing the problem with autonomy and artificial intelligence focused on improving crop performance. Today we are joined by their Chief Global Strategy Officer, Leo Carvalho, to talk accelerating in a crowded market and creating a value proposition for farmers.  Leo gets into the company’s evolution since its expansion to the U.S. -- from developing technologies to identify problems to new solutions that also solve them. As a technology company, he also stresses the importance of creating concepts that are tested, refined and – candidly – co-created by farmers. The launch of their Solix sprayer addresses all the things Leo says Solifntec aims to accomplish: to create more food, sustainably, while also making the farmer more profitable.  As a seventeen-year-old Brazilian company that started in the sugar industry, Leo talks about lessons learned as they’ve grown and expanded into new markets. Farmers plant crops once a year, so listening to their needs is critical to timely success. Leo also shares Solinftec’s objectives for the future and how agtech will continue to evolve. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Labor remains one of the greatest challenges facing the economy. Solinftec is addressing the problem with autonomy and artificial intelligence focused on improving crop performance. Today we are joined by their Chief Global Strategy Officer, Leo Carvalho, to talk accelerating in a crowded market and creating a value proposition for farmers.  Leo gets into the company’s evolution since its expansion to the U.S. -- from developing technologies to identify problems to new solutions that also solve them. As a technology company, he also stresses the importance of creating concepts that are tested, refined and – candidly – co-created by farmers. The launch of their Solix sprayer addresses all the things Leo says Solifntec aims to accomplish: to create more food, sustainably, while also making the farmer more profitable.  As a seventeen-year-old Brazilian company that started in the sugar industry, Leo talks about lessons learned as they’ve grown and expanded into new markets. Farmers plant crops once a year, so listening to their needs is critical to timely success. Leo also shares Solinftec’s objectives for the future and how agtech will continue to evolve. ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>302. Mitch Frazier on Elanco + Purdue defining a new era of OneHealth, new funds launched and Traction Ag on the move</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s May in Indiana and major headlines abound as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing coupled with the Global Economic Summit (GES) put the state on the world’s stage – for racing spectators and innovators alike. Today, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month including major news in the agbiosciences from Elanco, Purdue, Elevate Ventures and Traction Ag.  Elanco and Purdue announced a OneHealth Innovation District as part of the company’s new campus west of downtown Indianapolis. The facility is designed to deliver and scale up innovation where industry and academia can collaborate including office, wet lab and incubator space. Elanco plans to also contribute up to $2M of initial funding to jumpstart a new Animal Health Ventures Fund to support early-stage innovators, in close coordination with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), to take advantage of available tools and programs that support startup activity in this space. From GES it was also announced that Elevate Ventures will launch a new $100M fund focused on cross-sector innovation driven growth stage companies with a $500M total addressable market (TAM) or greater. The fund will commence formation in late Q2 with targets to make first investments in 2025. Traction Ag also announced a $10M Series A round led by Cooperative Ventures and joined by Plymouth Growth and existing investors. The investment was designed to support platform development and business growth. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It’s May in Indiana and major headlines abound as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing coupled with the Global Economic Summit (GES) put the state on the world’s stage – for racing spectators and innovators alike. Today, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month including major news in the agbiosciences from Elanco, Purdue, Elevate Ventures and Traction Ag.  Elanco and Purdue announced a OneHealth Innovation District as part of the company’s new campus west of downtown Indianapolis. The facility is designed to deliver and scale up innovation where industry and academia can collaborate including office, wet lab and incubator space. Elanco plans to also contribute up to $2M of initial funding to jumpstart a new Animal Health Ventures Fund to support early-stage innovators, in close coordination with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), to take advantage of available tools and programs that support startup activity in this space. From GES it was also announced that Elevate Ventures will launch a new $100M fund focused on cross-sector innovation driven growth stage companies with a $500M total addressable market (TAM) or greater. The fund will commence formation in late Q2 with targets to make first investments in 2025. Traction Ag also announced a $10M Series A round led by Cooperative Ventures and joined by Plymouth Growth and existing investors. The investment was designed to support platform development and business growth. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It’s May in Indiana and major headlines abound as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing coupled with the Global Economic Summit (GES) put the state on the world’s stage – for racing spectators and innovators alike. Today, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the month including major news in the agbiosciences from Elanco, Purdue, Elevate Ventures and Traction Ag.  Elanco and Purdue announced a OneHealth Innovation District as part of the company’s new campus west of downtown Indianapolis. The facility is designed to deliver and scale up innovation where industry and academia can collaborate including office, wet lab and incubator space. Elanco plans to also contribute up to $2M of initial funding to jumpstart a new Animal Health Ventures Fund to support early-stage innovators, in close coordination with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), to take advantage of available tools and programs that support startup activity in this space. From GES it was also announced that Elevate Ventures will launch a new $100M fund focused on cross-sector innovation driven growth stage companies with a $500M total addressable market (TAM) or greater. The fund will commence formation in late Q2 with targets to make first investments in 2025. Traction Ag also announced a $10M Series A round led by Cooperative Ventures and joined by Plymouth Growth and existing investors. The investment was designed to support platform development and business growth. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It’s May in Indiana and major headlines abound as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing coupled with the Global Economic Summit (GES) put the state on the world’s stage – for racing spectators and innovators alike. Today, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddist</itunes:summary>
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		<title>301. BinSentry&amp;rsquo;s Ben Allen on challenges facing animal producers, feed costs + AI creating better on-farm economics</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/301-binsentrys-ben-allen-on-challenges-facing-animal-producers-feed-costs-ai-creating-better-on-farm-economics/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The year 2024 is where AI moves from hype to help in agbioscience. Today’s guest is bringing that prediction to animal health. Ben Allen, CEO of BinSentry, joins us to talk the biggest challenge facing animal producers; one that can be controlled? Feed. Specifically, how do you get the right feed to the right place at the right time? With feed as a gigantic expense to producers, Ben gets into BinSentry’s technology creating economic efficiency and how better data allows farmers to see things they might not see coming. He also explains BinSentry’s tech platform and being able to manage variables they’ve not been able to before, ultimately impacting their bottom line.    How does BinSentry think about the next evolution of AI? Ben talks about the full automation of logistics and planning – and he says we are much closer to that than anyone thinks. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The year 2024 is where AI moves from hype to help in agbioscience. Today’s guest is bringing that prediction to animal health. Ben Allen, CEO of BinSentry, joins us to talk the biggest challenge facing animal producers; one that can be controlled? Feed. Specifically, how do you get the right feed to the right place at the right time? With feed as a gigantic expense to producers, Ben gets into BinSentry’s technology creating economic efficiency and how better data allows farmers to see things they might not see coming. He also explains BinSentry’s tech platform and being able to manage variables they’ve not been able to before, ultimately impacting their bottom line.    How does BinSentry think about the next evolution of AI? Ben talks about the full automation of logistics and planning – and he says we are much closer to that than anyone thinks. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The year 2024 is where AI moves from hype to help in agbioscience. Today’s guest is bringing that prediction to animal health. Ben Allen, CEO of BinSentry, joins us to talk the biggest challenge facing animal producers; one that can be controlled? Feed. Specifically, how do you get the right feed to the right place at the right time? With feed as a gigantic expense to producers, Ben gets into BinSentry’s technology creating economic efficiency and how better data allows farmers to see things they might not see coming. He also explains BinSentry’s tech platform and being able to manage variables they’ve not been able to before, ultimately impacting their bottom line.    How does BinSentry think about the next evolution of AI? Ben talks about the full automation of logistics and planning – and he says we are much closer to that than anyone thinks. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The year 2024 is where AI moves from hype to help in agbioscience. Today’s guest is bringing that prediction to animal health. Ben Allen, CEO of BinSentry, joins us to talk the biggest challenge facing animal producers; one that can be controlled? Feed.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>300. BioMADE&amp;rsquo;s Melanie Tomczak talks the bioeconomy future, from sustainable aviation fuel to clothing</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The bioeconomy – where feedstocks from agriculture are transformed into new products – is poised to surge to more than $30 trillion dollars over the next two decades. The White House calls its potential “enormous,” and there’s an organization leading the effort to create infrastructure around this opportunity. Today, BioMADE Chief Technology Officer, Melanie Tomczak, joins us to tell us 1) what exactly the bioeconomy is, 2) the role of BioMADE in its growth and 3) the unique connection between people, plants and animals.  Where are the greatest opportunities for growth in bioinnovation? Melanie talks cross-sector collaboration and pushing things from early-scale to commercial scale – getting entrepreneurs out of the “Valley of Death.” She also gets into creating resilience and sustainability in U.S. supply chains in a post-pandemic world also experiencing political unrest and geo instability.  What’s ahead? BioMADE recently named six states (Indiana being one) to a short list of geographies that could fill a need that doesn’t exist in the US today: allowing innovators to start the scale-up process without the investment into new facilities, allowing for emerging technologies and products to flow through the U.S. more quickly. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The bioeconomy – where feedstocks from agriculture are transformed into new products – is poised to surge to more than $30 trillion dollars over the next two decades. The White House calls its potential “enormous,” and there’s an organization leading the effort to create infrastructure around this opportunity. Today, BioMADE Chief Technology Officer, Melanie Tomczak, joins us to tell us 1) what exactly the bioeconomy is, 2) the role of BioMADE in its growth and 3) the unique connection between people, plants and animals.  Where are the greatest opportunities for growth in bioinnovation? Melanie talks cross-sector collaboration and pushing things from early-scale to commercial scale – getting entrepreneurs out of the “Valley of Death.” She also gets into creating resilience and sustainability in U.S. supply chains in a post-pandemic world also experiencing political unrest and geo instability.  What’s ahead? BioMADE recently named six states (Indiana being one) to a short list of geographies that could fill a need that doesn’t exist in the US today: allowing innovators to start the scale-up process without the investment into new facilities, allowing for emerging technologies and products to flow through the U.S. more quickly. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The bioeconomy – where feedstocks from agriculture are transformed into new products – is poised to surge to more than $30 trillion dollars over the next two decades. The White House calls its potential “enormous,” and there’s an organization leading the effort to create infrastructure around this opportunity. Today, BioMADE Chief Technology Officer, Melanie Tomczak, joins us to tell us 1) what exactly the bioeconomy is, 2) the role of BioMADE in its growth and 3) the unique connection between people, plants and animals.  Where are the greatest opportunities for growth in bioinnovation? Melanie talks cross-sector collaboration and pushing things from early-scale to commercial scale – getting entrepreneurs out of the “Valley of Death.” She also gets into creating resilience and sustainability in U.S. supply chains in a post-pandemic world also experiencing political unrest and geo instability.  What’s ahead? BioMADE recently named six states (Indiana being one) to a short list of geographies that could fill a need that doesn’t exist in the US today: allowing innovators to start the scale-up process without the investment into new facilities, allowing for emerging technologies and products to flow through the U.S. more quickly. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The bioeconomy – where feedstocks from agriculture are transformed into new products – is poised to surge to more than $30 trillion dollars over the next two decades. The White House calls its potential “enormous,” and there’s an organization le</itunes:summary>
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		<title>299. Todd Robran on fintech, farmers and data as a differentiator</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From food production to R&D in plant science and animal health, agbioscience is a capital-intensive business. This week, we are joined by Growers Edge Chief Commercial Officer, Todd Robran, to talk reducing risk for farmers, partnerships with ag retailers and how models could be shifting to reward growers with lower rates for more productivity. Todd also gets into data as a differentiator when it comes to lending and risk management, the current challenges in the agbisocience landscape – from tight commodity markets to interest rates – and how Growers Edge is navigating those waters. He also talks backing innovation for farmer confidence to drive efficient decision-making and creating incentivize gpt farmers alongside ag retailers.  As experts in fintech, how does Growers Edge see themselves when it comes to the adoption of new and emerging technologies? Todd talks about where the company has been, where it’s headed and how he sees the next chapter of agtech coming to fruition.    ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[From food production to R&D in plant science and animal health, agbioscience is a capital-intensive business. This week, we are joined by Growers Edge Chief Commercial Officer, Todd Robran, to talk reducing risk for farmers, partnerships with ag retailers and how models could be shifting to reward growers with lower rates for more productivity. Todd also gets into data as a differentiator when it comes to lending and risk management, the current challenges in the agbisocience landscape – from tight commodity markets to interest rates – and how Growers Edge is navigating those waters. He also talks backing innovation for farmer confidence to drive efficient decision-making and creating incentivize gpt farmers alongside ag retailers.  As experts in fintech, how does Growers Edge see themselves when it comes to the adoption of new and emerging technologies? Todd talks about where the company has been, where it’s headed and how he sees the next chapter of agtech coming to fruition.    ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[From food production to R&D in plant science and animal health, agbioscience is a capital-intensive business. This week, we are joined by Growers Edge Chief Commercial Officer, Todd Robran, to talk reducing risk for farmers, partnerships with ag retailers and how models could be shifting to reward growers with lower rates for more productivity. Todd also gets into data as a differentiator when it comes to lending and risk management, the current challenges in the agbisocience landscape – from tight commodity markets to interest rates – and how Growers Edge is navigating those waters. He also talks backing innovation for farmer confidence to drive efficient decision-making and creating incentivize gpt farmers alongside ag retailers.  As experts in fintech, how does Growers Edge see themselves when it comes to the adoption of new and emerging technologies? Todd talks about where the company has been, where it’s headed and how he sees the next chapter of agtech coming to fruition.    ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>From food production to R&amp;D in plant science and animal health, agbioscience is a capital-intensive business. This week, we are joined by Growers Edge Chief Commercial Officer, Todd Robran, to talk reducing risk for farmers, partnerships with ag retai</itunes:summary>
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		<title>298. Maizly&amp;rsquo;s Tim Leclercq on corn-based milk, flexitarian consumers + collaborating with farmers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The rise in alternative foods has become a growth driver for the food industry at large and has created new opportunities for innovators and consumers to experience new foods, alike. This week, we are joined by Maizly CEO, Tim Leclercq, to talk about the most abundant crop in the world being transformed into a new drink: corn-based milk. From taste to mouth feel, Tim gets into Maizly’s differentiated product and functionality. He also talks about its environmental impact versus other milk alternatives and Maizly’s commitment to sustainability – from product creation to packaging.  Why milk? And why corn? Maizly’s founding expands well beyond a business getting off the ground. Tim discusses their passion project in Sub-Sarahan Africa, nutrition access for infants as a challenge and their ability to deliver life-saving solutions to young babies.  As Tim looks ahead at Maizly, the U.S. market is on the horizon; so what’s next? He talks working with corn growers, who is driving the next wave of food innovation (hint: he thinks there is a lot of smaller competitors coming) and when Maizly will hit store shelves and e-commerce sites near you. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The rise in alternative foods has become a growth driver for the food industry at large and has created new opportunities for innovators and consumers to experience new foods, alike. This week, we are joined by Maizly CEO, Tim Leclercq, to talk about the most abundant crop in the world being transformed into a new drink: corn-based milk. From taste to mouth feel, Tim gets into Maizly’s differentiated product and functionality. He also talks about its environmental impact versus other milk alternatives and Maizly’s commitment to sustainability – from product creation to packaging.  Why milk? And why corn? Maizly’s founding expands well beyond a business getting off the ground. Tim discusses their passion project in Sub-Sarahan Africa, nutrition access for infants as a challenge and their ability to deliver life-saving solutions to young babies.  As Tim looks ahead at Maizly, the U.S. market is on the horizon; so what’s next? He talks working with corn growers, who is driving the next wave of food innovation (hint: he thinks there is a lot of smaller competitors coming) and when Maizly will hit store shelves and e-commerce sites near you. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The rise in alternative foods has become a growth driver for the food industry at large and has created new opportunities for innovators and consumers to experience new foods, alike. This week, we are joined by Maizly CEO, Tim Leclercq, to talk about the most abundant crop in the world being transformed into a new drink: corn-based milk. From taste to mouth feel, Tim gets into Maizly’s differentiated product and functionality. He also talks about its environmental impact versus other milk alternatives and Maizly’s commitment to sustainability – from product creation to packaging.  Why milk? And why corn? Maizly’s founding expands well beyond a business getting off the ground. Tim discusses their passion project in Sub-Sarahan Africa, nutrition access for infants as a challenge and their ability to deliver life-saving solutions to young babies.  As Tim looks ahead at Maizly, the U.S. market is on the horizon; so what’s next? He talks working with corn growers, who is driving the next wave of food innovation (hint: he thinks there is a lot of smaller competitors coming) and when Maizly will hit store shelves and e-commerce sites near you. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The rise in alternative foods has become a growth driver for the food industry at large and has created new opportunities for innovators and consumers to experience new foods, alike. This week, we are joined by Maizly CEO, Tim Leclercq, to talk about the </itunes:summary>
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		<title>297. Mitch Frazier recaps April, talks bioinnovation and entrepreneurs on the move</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s the end of the month, so you know what that means. AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, sits down with Cayla Chiddister to recap Indiana’s agbioscience trip to Brazil and Mexico with Governor Holcomb, creating new opportunities and driving economies forward.  He also gets into big announcements and items on the move as it relates to bioinnovation, including an investment announcement from Liberation Labs and conversations with BioMADE.  Innovators also made big moves this month and Mitch gets into students winning big at the Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Annual Soybean Innovation Competition. And oh yeah, we’ve got details on this year’s HungerTech Innovation Challenge winner, Anu, and their unique value and potential to deliver nutrition to homes across the world.     Also, an invitation for college students over the age of 18. Join us for upcoming Field Atlas Company Tours coming up in May and June. Learn more and register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2024/04/09/field-atlas-agbioscience-company-tours/  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It’s the end of the month, so you know what that means. AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, sits down with Cayla Chiddister to recap Indiana’s agbioscience trip to Brazil and Mexico with Governor Holcomb, creating new opportunities and driving economies forward.  He also gets into big announcements and items on the move as it relates to bioinnovation, including an investment announcement from Liberation Labs and conversations with BioMADE.  Innovators also made big moves this month and Mitch gets into students winning big at the Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Annual Soybean Innovation Competition. And oh yeah, we’ve got details on this year’s HungerTech Innovation Challenge winner, Anu, and their unique value and potential to deliver nutrition to homes across the world.     Also, an invitation for college students over the age of 18. Join us for upcoming Field Atlas Company Tours coming up in May and June. Learn more and register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2024/04/09/field-atlas-agbioscience-company-tours/  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It’s the end of the month, so you know what that means. AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, sits down with Cayla Chiddister to recap Indiana’s agbioscience trip to Brazil and Mexico with Governor Holcomb, creating new opportunities and driving economies forward.  He also gets into big announcements and items on the move as it relates to bioinnovation, including an investment announcement from Liberation Labs and conversations with BioMADE.  Innovators also made big moves this month and Mitch gets into students winning big at the Indiana Soybean Alliance’s Annual Soybean Innovation Competition. And oh yeah, we’ve got details on this year’s HungerTech Innovation Challenge winner, Anu, and their unique value and potential to deliver nutrition to homes across the world.     Also, an invitation for college students over the age of 18. Join us for upcoming Field Atlas Company Tours coming up in May and June. Learn more and register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/2024/04/09/field-atlas-agbioscience-company-tours/  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It’s the end of the month, so you know what that means. AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, sits down with Cayla Chiddister to recap Indiana’s agbioscience trip to Brazil and Mexico with Governor Holcomb, creating new opportunities and driving economies for</itunes:summary>
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		<title>296. Courtney Kingery recaps agtech discussions in Brazil + Mexico, looks ahead to shared opportunities</title>
		<link>https://www.hoosieragtoday.com/episode/296-courtney-kingery-recaps-agtech-discussions-in-brazil-mexico-looks-ahead-to-shared-opportunities/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Delegates from Indiana’s agbioscience sector traveled to Brazil and Mexico this month alongside Governor Eric Holcomb as the minutes tick away on his leadership of the state. Courtney Kingery, CEO of Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance, joins Mitch for this episode from Mexico City to discuss the trip, its findings and Indiana’s unique advantage on a global stage. Courtney talks Brazilian companies seeking to understand the U.S. market, and the shared opportunities and challenges for farmers selling commodities in Mexico. There may be a cameo in this episode – shout out to Governor Holcomb – and Courtney talks through how trips like this one shape the future of our state’s economy.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Delegates from Indiana’s agbioscience sector traveled to Brazil and Mexico this month alongside Governor Eric Holcomb as the minutes tick away on his leadership of the state. Courtney Kingery, CEO of Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance, joins Mitch for this episode from Mexico City to discuss the trip, its findings and Indiana’s unique advantage on a global stage. Courtney talks Brazilian companies seeking to understand the U.S. market, and the shared opportunities and challenges for farmers selling commodities in Mexico. There may be a cameo in this episode – shout out to Governor Holcomb – and Courtney talks through how trips like this one shape the future of our state’s economy.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Delegates from Indiana’s agbioscience sector traveled to Brazil and Mexico this month alongside Governor Eric Holcomb as the minutes tick away on his leadership of the state. Courtney Kingery, CEO of Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance, joins Mitch for this episode from Mexico City to discuss the trip, its findings and Indiana’s unique advantage on a global stage. Courtney talks Brazilian companies seeking to understand the U.S. market, and the shared opportunities and challenges for farmers selling commodities in Mexico. There may be a cameo in this episode – shout out to Governor Holcomb – and Courtney talks through how trips like this one shape the future of our state’s economy.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Delegates from Indiana’s agbioscience sector traveled to Brazil and Mexico this month alongside Governor Eric Holcomb as the minutes tick away on his leadership of the state. Courtney Kingery, CEO of Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Al</itunes:summary>
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		<title>295. Scott Irwin on commodity markets + bearish times driving innovation</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planting season is nearing in North America and as farmers head to the fields, they’re doing so in a tough global market for agricultural commodities. Those markets have an impact on nearly every facet of our daily lives. Today we are joined by Dr. Scott Irwin, author and Laurence J. Norton Chair of Agricultural Marketing at the University of Illinois, to share his market perspective (it’s on the side of bearish) and what he sees ahead.  How low for how long? That’s a big question for the markets and one Scott dives into during the discussion. He also talks about his book, Back to the Futures, looking at the ag markets as an implication on the broader economy and educating a widespread audience using stories from his childhood on an Iowa farm.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Planting season is nearing in North America and as farmers head to the fields, they’re doing so in a tough global market for agricultural commodities. Those markets have an impact on nearly every facet of our daily lives. Today we are joined by Dr. Scott Irwin, author and Laurence J. Norton Chair of Agricultural Marketing at the University of Illinois, to share his market perspective (it’s on the side of bearish) and what he sees ahead.  How low for how long? That’s a big question for the markets and one Scott dives into during the discussion. He also talks about his book, Back to the Futures, looking at the ag markets as an implication on the broader economy and educating a widespread audience using stories from his childhood on an Iowa farm.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Planting season is nearing in North America and as farmers head to the fields, they’re doing so in a tough global market for agricultural commodities. Those markets have an impact on nearly every facet of our daily lives. Today we are joined by Dr. Scott Irwin, author and Laurence J. Norton Chair of Agricultural Marketing at the University of Illinois, to share his market perspective (it’s on the side of bearish) and what he sees ahead.  How low for how long? That’s a big question for the markets and one Scott dives into during the discussion. He also talks about his book, Back to the Futures, looking at the ag markets as an implication on the broader economy and educating a widespread audience using stories from his childhood on an Iowa farm.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Planting season is nearing in North America and as farmers head to the fields, they’re doing so in a tough global market for agricultural commodities. Those markets have an impact on nearly every facet of our daily lives. Today we are joined by Dr. Scot</itunes:summary>
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		<title>294. Elliot Parker on the conflict between efficiency + innovation, The Illusion of Innovation + challenging what we think we know</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are living in a time of innovation crisis where most innovation isn’t driven by large corporations despite them being managed better than ever before, says High Alpha Innovation CEO Elliott Parker. One day ahead of his new book release, The Illusion of Innovation, he joins us to get into how corporations equipped for efficiency losing their resilience and why it’s dangerous to advancing innovation. Now this isn’t a hot take: Elliott believes in efficiency, but not as a lone strategy. He talks about controlled chaos, a systematic approach to experimentation and uncovering ideas to challenge things we think we know. So what do companies do? Elliott talks new funding mechanisms, finding the best home for innovations to grow and being contrarian to win over the long-term. The Illusion of Innovation comes out tomorrow, April 16. Learn more here. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[We are living in a time of innovation crisis where most innovation isn’t driven by large corporations despite them being managed better than ever before, says High Alpha Innovation CEO Elliott Parker. One day ahead of his new book release, The Illusion of Innovation, he joins us to get into how corporations equipped for efficiency losing their resilience and why it’s dangerous to advancing innovation. Now this isn’t a hot take: Elliott believes in efficiency, but not as a lone strategy. He talks about controlled chaos, a systematic approach to experimentation and uncovering ideas to challenge things we think we know. So what do companies do? Elliott talks new funding mechanisms, finding the best home for innovations to grow and being contrarian to win over the long-term. The Illusion of Innovation comes out tomorrow, April 16. Learn more here. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[We are living in a time of innovation crisis where most innovation isn’t driven by large corporations despite them being managed better than ever before, says High Alpha Innovation CEO Elliott Parker. One day ahead of his new book release, The Illusion of Innovation, he joins us to get into how corporations equipped for efficiency losing their resilience and why it’s dangerous to advancing innovation. Now this isn’t a hot take: Elliott believes in efficiency, but not as a lone strategy. He talks about controlled chaos, a systematic approach to experimentation and uncovering ideas to challenge things we think we know. So what do companies do? Elliott talks new funding mechanisms, finding the best home for innovations to grow and being contrarian to win over the long-term. The Illusion of Innovation comes out tomorrow, April 16. Learn more here. ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>We are living in a time of innovation crisis where most innovation isn’t driven by large corporations despite them being managed better than ever before, says High Alpha Innovation CEO Elliott Parker. One day ahead of his new book release, The Illusion </itunes:summary>
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		<title>293. Lorelei Bergin talks data, food and consumers + NielsenIQ&amp;rsquo;s identified trends for 2024</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 09:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy in the world that touches every person on planet, every day, given that it centers on food. Today we are joined by Lorelei Begin, Vice President of North American Retail for NielsenIQ  to talk trends shaping food and what’s ahead for grocery store shelves in 2024. From ingredient labels being more closely examined by savvy shoppers to the uptick of wellness-related products gaining more traction, Lorelei lays out what is driving consumer behavior and purchase patterns. She also gets into data creating insights for food companies to get the ultimate in-store commodity: shelf space.  Mitch and Lorelei take time to walk through consumers’ increased focus on health, GLP-1 drugs, how it’s shaping what goes in grocery carts and the food system’s response. How does a focus on health function in a tightening economy? Lorelei says food is first and a “better for you” lifestyle is staying resilient in these times. She also looks ahead to trends we could see impacting the food space and how that impacts consumers – no matter their budget.  ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy in the world that touches every person on planet, every day, given that it centers on food. Today we are joined by Lorelei Begin, Vice President of North American Retail for NielsenIQ  to talk trends shaping food and what’s ahead for grocery store shelves in 2024. From ingredient labels being more closely examined by savvy shoppers to the uptick of wellness-related products gaining more traction, Lorelei lays out what is driving consumer behavior and purchase patterns. She also gets into data creating insights for food companies to get the ultimate in-store commodity: shelf space.  Mitch and Lorelei take time to walk through consumers’ increased focus on health, GLP-1 drugs, how it’s shaping what goes in grocery carts and the food system’s response. How does a focus on health function in a tightening economy? Lorelei says food is first and a “better for you” lifestyle is staying resilient in these times. She also looks ahead to trends we could see impacting the food space and how that impacts consumers – no matter their budget.  ]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Agbioscience is the only economy in the world that touches every person on planet, every day, given that it centers on food. Today we are joined by Lorelei Begin, Vice President of North American Retail for NielsenIQ  to talk trends shaping food and what’s ahead for grocery store shelves in 2024. From ingredient labels being more closely examined by savvy shoppers to the uptick of wellness-related products gaining more traction, Lorelei lays out what is driving consumer behavior and purchase patterns. She also gets into data creating insights for food companies to get the ultimate in-store commodity: shelf space.  Mitch and Lorelei take time to walk through consumers’ increased focus on health, GLP-1 drugs, how it’s shaping what goes in grocery carts and the food system’s response. How does a focus on health function in a tightening economy? Lorelei says food is first and a “better for you” lifestyle is staying resilient in these times. She also looks ahead to trends we could see impacting the food space and how that impacts consumers – no matter their budget.  ]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Agbioscience is the only economy in the world that touches every person on planet, every day, given that it centers on food. Today we are joined by Lorelei Begin, Vice President of North American Retail for NielsenIQ  to talk trends shaping food and what</itunes:summary>
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		<title>292. AGCO&amp;rsquo;s Andrew Sunderman on better together with Trimble + creating value for farmers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As we head into the spring planting season, there is much focus on technologies and innovations that will enable producers to drive returns in a tightening farm economy. Andrew Sunderman, Join Venture Transition Lead for AGCO, joins today to talk about their new JV with Trimble and having an innovation ecosystem ready to serve the farmer – no matter how or what they’re investing in for their operations during any given year.  In a time where it could be easy to say no to new tech or innovation, how does AGCO differentiate? Andrew talks control and accuracy, usability and optimizing outcomes. From their retrofit tech approach that helps to leverage smaller bets on-farm to improved performance of current equipment, he gets into solving problems that have never been met before and how the joint venture with Trimble will add continuation to their work.     ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[As we head into the spring planting season, there is much focus on technologies and innovations that will enable producers to drive returns in a tightening farm economy. Andrew Sunderman, Join Venture Transition Lead for AGCO, joins today to talk about their new JV with Trimble and having an innovation ecosystem ready to serve the farmer – no matter how or what they’re investing in for their operations during any given year.  In a time where it could be easy to say no to new tech or innovation, how does AGCO differentiate? Andrew talks control and accuracy, usability and optimizing outcomes. From their retrofit tech approach that helps to leverage smaller bets on-farm to improved performance of current equipment, he gets into solving problems that have never been met before and how the joint venture with Trimble will add continuation to their work.     ]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>291. Mitch Frazier looks back at March, talks Corteva Catalyst, BioMADE and more</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fresh off a plane from the World AgriTech Summit and following a keynote address on food security as national security, we are recapping a gigantic March in agbioscience. From Corteva’s big news in San Francisco last week to Indiana hitting the short list for BioMADE, we cover the latest industry topics and look ahead to what’s coming. Show Notes:  Food Security as National Security Episode with U.S. Senator Todd Young: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/253-food-security-is-national-security/id1412179095?i=1000627443801 QUADRANT 7/17 registration: https://agrinovusindiana.com/quadrant/ Field Atlas: https://myfieldatlas.com/ ]]></description>
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		<title>290. BONUS: Tom Greene from World AgriTech on Corteva Catalyst, rolling out innovation at a stronger pace</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[On the ground at World AgriTech in San Francisco last week, Corteva announced the launch of a new investment platform forcused on bringing to market agricultural innovations that advance the company’s R&D priorities and drive value creation. We caught up with Tom Greene, Corteva’s Senior Director of External Investment, to talk through how the platform is designed, why it’s launching now and what it will mean for farmers in the future. Tom talks through the areas of focus for Corteva Catalyst and the types of companies that would be a great fit for the platform. Engaging in technology – no matter the stage – is the approach and he talks about the criticality of their partnership with Corteva’s larger M&A team to drive meaningful results.  Corteva enters the market with this program at a time when commodity prices are low, investment in agricultural innovation is down and so the question has to be asked – why now? Tom talks about the long-term view that Corteva Catalyst will take, the excitement of being in agbioscience (despite the volatility) and what he envisions for the program in the future.  ]]></description>
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		<title>289. BioCrossroads&amp;rsquo; Vince Wong on collaborating to drive new innovation, leadership + creating an elevated workforce</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The connection between agbioscience and human health has become undeniable and in the case of Indiana – it's a differentiator. Today we are joined by Vince Wong, the brand new CEO of BioCrossroads to talk life sciences and extending the state’s leadership to drive growth. Vince talks about the challenges facing Indiana, where we are uniquely positioned to lead and the criticality of collaboration to elevate the state’s profile. Of course we also dive into the idea of plant, animal and human life sciences coming together to create new biotechnology innovation. Vince scratches the surface on what’s possible on the heels of Indianapolis’ designation as a U.S. Federal Tech Hub. ]]></description>
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