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Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food

Ag Future focuses on the challenges and opportunities that exist within the agricultural sector. Join us as farmers, entrepreneurs and other agri-food industry leaders, both on and off the farm, discuss some of the most significant issues facing our planet and how they are working together for a better tomorrow.

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18:41

#106: Alternative "meat" vs. traditional beef -...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/08/19

Consumers are growing more and more environmentally conscious, and many have started to experiment with meat-free options. From plant-based burgers to burgers made entirely of tissue-cultured meat, are these really the "alternative meats of the future?" What does this mean for the beef industry, and which option is actually better for the environment?

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09:36

#105: Retaining talent in the dairy industry - Jorge...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/08/12

How do you attract and retain dairy farm employees? Jorge Delgado, dairy advisor at Alltech, highlights how the labor force in dairy is changing and the importance of creating a work culture with strong values where employees feel respected.

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13:44

#104: Preparing for pig feed challenges in the EU -...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/08/05

By the year 2022, pig diets in the EU will be free of zinc oxide thanks to a recently passed ban. Jacob Dahl, chief nutritionist of Vilofoss, an international feed company, discusses the negative effects of using zinc oxide in pig feed and how the company is working to provide solutions for the future. How will pig producers face these new challenges?

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09:03

#103: Crushing problem: Reducing piglet mortality...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/07/22

Among the challenges faced by the swine industry, this one may not be on the radar. In reality, deaths due to sows crushing their young costs producers billions of dollars a year. SwineTech, a U.S. based startup, is solving the problem using artificial intelligence and sensors to prevent piglet deaths. Can the next generation of ag-tech increase efficiency and improve profitability on the pig farm?

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13:12

#102: Crop science and the next Green Revolution -...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/07/16

We are in the midst of some of the most significant scientific breakthroughs since Norman Borlaug's Green Revolution of the 1940s. Just as his innovative approach to crop science saved billions of lives, agriculture now stands poised to feed the rising population. What technology will drive the new era? Dr. Richard Lally joins us to discuss the most promising research from the field.

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25:02

#101: Preserving hope: The search for a sustainable...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/07/09

Floating islands of plastic waste. Sea turtles with straws lodged in their nostrils. Images abound and emotions are high as the critical problem of single use plastics floats to the surface. At the same time, food waste is as high as 40% in some countries. How do we balance the preservation of our most perishable products with protecting our environment? We explore the complex issues with Karl Deily of Sealed Air and find opportunities for hope.

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10:56

#100: Researching alternative solutions for blackhead...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/07/02

With a mortality rate of up to 30%, blackhead disease can be detrimental to the flock and to poultry producers. Dr. Robert Beckstead's team at North Carolina State University is conducting research on the disease on a molecular level. Are there alternative treatments and preventatives to consider? In this podcast, Dr. Beckstead shares why producers may reconsider their feeding strategy in the future.

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21:02

#099: Frank Mitloehner: Cattle, climate change and...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/06/25

Dr. Frank Mitloehner has done the math on the livestock industry’s contribution to climate change. He is a professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis, specializing in measurement and mitigation of airborne pollutants from livestock production, including greenhouse gases, VOCs, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide and particulate matter. Dr. Mitloehner joins us for a closer look at the claims against agriculture and what he says are the truths behind the actual

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12:12

#098: Dr. Kyle McKinney: The enzyme opportunity

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/06/18

Livestock misses out on about 25 percent of the available nutrients in feedstuffs, resulting in a $4-quadrillion loss the ag industry can't afford as it works to feed the growing population. Dr. Kyle McKinney focuses on solutions that allow animals to get the most from their feed, increasing efficiency and profitability. He joins us to discuss how enzyme technology offers hope for supporting a planet of plenty.

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16:15

#097: Offshore and onshore: The future of the salmon...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/05/08

Can we provide the engineering solutions to meet the challenges of the open ocean? And can we realistically produce five-kilo salmon onshore in closed systems? We take a deep-dive into the future of salmon farming with Dr. Oyvind Fylling-Jensen, CEO of Nofima, the Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries and Aquaculture Research.

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23:42

#096: Breeding success at Darby Dan Farm - John Phillips

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/05/04

What does it take to raise a champion Thoroughbred? As the owner and operator of Darby Dan Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, John Philips applies lessons of the past to passionately advocate for the future of horse racing. He joins us to share his secrets to success and discuss the initiatives disrupting the equine industry.

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14:59

#095: GMOs, CRISPR and nutrigenomics: A new crop of...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/04/23

It's an exciting time in crop management as emerging technologies offer hope for some of the industry's most pervasive challenges. Dr. Richard Lally provides a breakdown of the scientific discoveries reshaping crop production.

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17:11

#094: Beefing up profits through verification...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/03/27

Are beef verification programs really worth the time and effort for producers? As consumers become more interested in the story behind the steak, verified beef is bringing premium prices. What questions should producers ask before adopting a program, and could it open doors to other markets?

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15:13

#093: Better barriers: Virtual opportunities in...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/03/12

Will the next big innovation in ag-tech revolutionize one of the oldest fixtures in farming? Imagine if you could use your smartphone to track and control the movement of your herd. What would it mean for the management of soil, nutrition and labor costs? Vence, a startup based in sunny San Diego with roots in New Zealand, says it's breaking down financial barriers by putting up virtual fences.

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16:31

#092: Trust and transparency in the food chain -...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/03/05

Can public trust be measured? What happens when suppliers along the food chain fall short of consumer expectations? Crystal Mackay, president of the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity, shares why producers should consider transparency a business risk that must be managed, and explains the technology that can help achieve it.

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14:50

#091: Growing demand: Producing fruits and vegetables...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/02/25

Locally-sourced produce with year-round availability. Convenience, but with less packaging. Reasonable prices, despite increased labor costs. Today's consumers want it all, and as the population increases, are producers ready to grow with them? Dr. David Magaña of Rabobank's RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness Group on supporting growing demand for fruits and vegetables today and tomorrow.

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11:54

#090: The -omics of pet health - Dr. Karl Dawson

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/02/18

At the Alltech Center for Nutrigenomics and Applied Animal Nutrition, scientist are making breakthroughs that can be taken from the barnyard to the backyard. Dr. Karl Dawson joins us from the forefront of the latest scientific research that could help our pets live longer, healthier lives.

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20:12

#089: The fast-track: Building a certified...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/02/04

Blockchain, sustainability and the Chinese market. Today's beef producers face new opportunities and challenges. Deborah Wilson, senior vice president of BIXSco Inc., talks industry transformation and tracking beef from farm to table.

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15:42

#088: Viral trends in shrimp farming - Jorge Cordova

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/01/21

Steamed, sauteed, fried or butterflied - shrimp is popular the world over. How will the latest innovations help producers address challenges with health and sustainability? Jorge Cordova manages shrimp farms in Ecuador, and he joins us to discuss the past, present and future of this mighty aquaculture sector doing its part to feed the rising billions.

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#087: Breaking the cycle: Nutrition for better egg...

Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food ·

2019/01/14

Older birds lay bigger eggs, which often means weaker egg shells. Can producers minimize this natural phenomenon and get more eggs to market? Dr. Raj Kasula has worked in poultry science for decades, recently spearheading a modern version of layer nutrition software. He joins us with his take on today's poultry challenges and tomorrow's solutions.

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