AgTech Alchemy

002 Vertical Farming

This conversation delves into the complexities of vertical farming, particularly focusing on the case of Plenty, a prominent player in the industry. The discussion highlights the challenges of economic sustainability, consumer preferences, and the investment landscape surrounding vertical farming. The speakers emphasize the need for clarity in the problems vertical farming aims to solve and the importance of aligning product offerings with consumer demands. They also explore the implications of celebrity endorsements in funding and the potential future directions for vertical farming as it navigates a challenging market. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit agtechalchemy.substack.com [https://agtechalchemy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

001 AgTech Alchemy Quarterly

Welcome to the first AgTech Alchemy podcast episode! The conversation revolves around the launch of the Ag Tech Alchemy quarterly publication, discussing its purpose, the challenges faced in the Ag Tech industry, and the opportunities presented by new technologies, particularly AI. Walt, Sachi, and Rhishi emphasize the importance of a customer-centric approach and the need to adapt to changing market dynamics while maintaining focus on core problems. They also highlight the significance of emotional connections with customers and the potential for innovation in the sector. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit agtechalchemy.substack.com [https://agtechalchemy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]