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Computomics: Discussions On Innovations To Drive Advanced Agriculture Solutions

Discussions with Computomics and guest speakers on topics covering a wide range from bioinformatics, agriculture, farming, crops, food, to specific research projects. How can new technologies like machine learning facilitate solutions for global food challenges?

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00:23:16

Data, Dashboards & DNA: The Life of a Bioinformatics...

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2025/11/13

In this episode of the Computomics podcast, bioinformatics analyst Michelle Hagen describes how her work bridges biology and data science. As a data analyst in bioinformatics and plant breeding, Michelle transforms raw genetic and environmental data into insights that guide breeding decisions. She particularly enjoys the teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity involved in her job.Michelle works on Computomics’ Climate-Smart Breeding technology xSeedScore and the Metagenomics Analysis Platform

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00:25:38

Inside Africa’s Leading Veg Breeding Company: The...

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2025/10/16

Glendon Ascough, Research Director at Starke Ayres, discusses the evolution of the company from a historic seed merchant to Africa’s largest independent vegetable breeding company. He shares his personal journey into plant science, driven by a fascination with genetics, and highlights the company’s focus on breeding disease-resistant vegetable varieties tailored to local and international markets. He talks about the collaboration with Computomics, using machine learning to predict sweet corn hybrid

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00:21:57

Hopi Dryland Farming: Ancient Methods, Modern Lessons

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2025/09/18

This episode features Dr. Michael Kotutwa Johnson, a Hopi dryland farmer from Arizona’s Colorado Plateau. He shares how his community has grown crops for 3,000 years on just 6-10 inches of annual rain without irrigation. Using deep planting, wide spacing, clumped seeds, and reading native vegetation, Indigenous farming conserves moisture and maintains biodiversity. It yields nutrient-rich crops without chemicals, protects soil, and integrates spiritual traditions. Climate change impacts - shorter

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00:18:42

Breeding Success: How Computomics Partners With Breeders

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2025/07/17

In this Computomics podcast episode, Computomics Chief Commercial Officer Juan Manuel Montes shares insights into his passion for learning and his recent experience at the International Seed Federation conference in Istanbul. He discusses industry challenges like climate change and consumer demands, highlighting how Computomics supports plant breeders with technologies like xSeedScore and Pantograph. These tools accelerate variety development and genomic analysis. Juan emphasizes the company’s

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00:21:01

The Psychometric Test for Plants: Accelerating Crop...

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2025/06/26

Our guest in this episode is Keren Moshelion, CEO and co-founder of Plant-Ditech. Karen shares insights into the company’s advanced plant phenotyping platform. The system simulates stress conditions like drought, salinity, and nutrient variability, measuring plant responses with high-resolution sensors up to 500 times a day. These real-time measurements help researchers rapidly assess plant productivity, growth, and water use efficiency. It enables them to customize treatments per plant and analyze

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00:22:56

AI and Gene Editing: The Future of Crop Development

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2025/05/22

Our guest in this episode is Kinneret Shefer, co-founder and CEO of AgTech startup GeneNeer. Kinneret shares the founding of GeneNeer, driven by her shift from pure RNA research to market-driven innovation. GeneNeer aims to revolutionize crop breeding by drastically shortening trait development time using fast, tissue culture-based gene editing platforms. Kinneret compares her vision for GeneNeer to Pfizer's rapid vaccine development during COVID-19, enabling fast responses to agricultural

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00:25:56

From Lab to Legislation: Bridging Science and Policy

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2025/04/23

In this episode of our podcast Amrit Nanda, Executive Manager of Plants for the Future ETP, discusses the importance of plant breeding, public-private collaboration, and science-based policymaking in the EU. She highlights the platform’s mission to connect academia, industry, and policymakers, and to improve science communication through initiatives like “Plantastic Discoveries.” A recent study on 20 years of EU research funding revealed limited growth for plant breeding despite strong overall

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00:25:01

Leaf Whisperings - Communicating the Science of Plants

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2025/03/20

Our new episode explores science communication with Tamara Worzewski, focusing on overcoming "plant blindness" and engaging the public with plant-related topics. Tamara highlights the importance of storytelling in making science accessible and building trust between scientists and the public. Topics range from Arctic ecosystems to public outreach strategies, emphasizing creative ways to connect people with plants and nature. Titles like “Plants, Stories, and Science” and “Breaking Plant

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00:23:36

Cracking the Code of Hybrid Vigor and Crop Adaptation

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2025/02/20

In this episode, John McKay, Chief Scientific Officer at New West Genetics and professor at Colorado State University, discusses his research on local adaptation, genotype-by-environment interactions, and heterosis. His work spans crops like maize, rice, and hemp, applying evolutionary genetics to improve breeding strategies. John's projects aim to enhance crop efficiency and sustainability.More information:New West Genetics hybrid hempGenetic basis of plant root growth traits and their response to

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00:22:30

Genetic Engineering, Metabolism, and the Future of...

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2025/01/16

Our guest in this episode of the Computomics Podcast is Alain Tissier, Managing Director at the Leibniz Institute of Plant Biochemistry. He discusses his research focusing on the molecular mechanisms in plants, particularly the interaction between primary and secondary metabolism and how plants produce chemical compounds for defense and communication. Alain talks about on his work in metabolic engineering and genome editing, particularly using a novel CRISPR-based technology to introduce specific

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00:21:04

Microbiome Matters - Approaching a Better Health...

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2024/12/19

In this episode, Gabriele Berg, a renowned microbiome researcher, discusses her work on microbial communities and their impact on health and planetary ecosystems. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of microbiomes in plants, soil, and humans, and aims to enhance ecological and human health. The project An Apple a Day revealed the microbiome's role in apple health, highlighting microbial diversity within the fruit. Gabriele also talks about Tiny Biome Tales, an educational microbiome-focused game

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00:24:22

Ag Research on a Below-Ground Mission: Reducing...

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2024/11/21

This episode is all about reducing the Nitrogen footprint of wheat. Wheat is the world’s largest ‘crop’ consumer of nitrogen-based fertilizer, while providing affordable calories to billions of resource-poor people and ca. 20% of globally consumed protein. Victor Kommerell is the CropSustaiN Mission Director of the BNI (Biological Nitrification Inhibition) wheat initiative launched by the Novo Nordisk Foundation and CIMMYT. The initiative aims to develop new wheat varieties capable of reducing

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00:35:42

How European Hobby Gardeners Are Helping Research

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2024/10/17

This episode delves into the world of plant phenotyping. Kerstin Neumann shares her insights from managing a very diverse phenotyping infrastructure. Here, field-like growth is enabled under strictly controlled conditions, including setups to measure abiotic stresses. She explains how this enables the non-invasive tracking of plant growth and the involved genomic regions. The conversation also sheds light on INCREASE, a large European project including a Citizen Science Experiment led by Kerstin,

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00:26:59

Plant Breeding’s Moonshot: Inside the Next Generation...

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2024/09/19

This episode delves into the world of plant breeding with Professor Mark Cooper. Mark shares insights from his extensive experience in the industry, highlighting the importance of data-driven approaches, computational power, and strategic partnerships. The conversation also sheds light on the ongoing collaboration between Mark's research team and Computomics, focusing on leveraging advanced data analytics and AI to accelerate breeding processes. The episode concludes with a discussion on the

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00:28:11

The Power of Bacteria to Unlock the Next Generation...

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2024/07/18

In this episode Nadine Ziemert, professor for translational genome mining at the University of Tübingen, explores the urgent need for new antibiotics due to rising antibiotic resistance. Gain profound insights on how researchers are using bacterial genomes to predict and discover novel antibiotics. Discover the potential of leveraging machine learning to develop innovative approaches in antibiotics discovery and what role the largely untapped soil microbiome plays. Learn about the ambitiuos mission

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00:27:56

Why European Soybean Benefits People and the Environment

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2024/06/20

In this episode, Matthias Krön, delves into the inception of Donau Soja, its mission, and its pivotal role in European soy production. Discover the intricacies of protein production and consumption in Europe, and the potential for transitioning from imported soy to European soy to substantially reduce CO2 emissions. Gain insights into how our agricultural system has inadvertently fostered a culture of overconsumption.Matthias Krön was born in Salzburg in 1969. He studied Chinese studies,

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00:29:35

From Lobbying to Legislation: Euroseeds and the New...

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2024/05/16

In this episode, Garlich van Essen, Secretary General at Euroseeds discusses the brand new regulation on New Genomic Techniques (NGT). Discover the intricacies of the NGT regulatory framework, from its impact on plant breeding to the distinctions between NGT and GMO. Uncover the power of lobbying and understand how Euroseeds acts as the eyes and ears of the European Seed sector. Get insights on the evolving Euroseeds Congress in Copenhagen and what changes and innovations to

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00:30:00

Beyond Riesling: The Secrets of Grapevine Breeding

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2024/04/18

In this episode with Kai Voss-Fels we dive into the complex world of grapevine breeding. Discover the unique challenges of breeding grafted crops. Enhancing genetic gain becomes multifaceted due to the fact that grapevines consist of two genetically distinct parts, the scion (upper) and rootstock (lower). Our discussion centers on addressing challenges such as water limitation, and drought stress for the lower section, while simultaneously focusing on improving sustainability by introgression of

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00:25:04

Navigating the Promising Future of Pangenomes

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2024/03/21

In this episode Jörg Hagmann, Product Manager Pantograph, explores the concept of pangenomes, a collection of individual whole genome sequences. Discover the reasons why pangenomes and their associated research field is experiencing growth and increasing significance. Jörg discusses the vision behind the development of the interactive browser Pantograph and illustrates practical applications in pre-breeding and the identification of gene editing targets. Join us as we delve into the landscape of DNA

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00:23:08

How Academia and Industry Are Working Together to...

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2024/02/22

In this episode Helen Brabham, Team Lead at 2Blades, provides a glimpse into the diverse projects of 2Blades. As a nonprofit organization 2Blades is bridging academia and industry, focusing on advancing scientific technologies for disease-resistant crops. Explore how they translate research into practical solutions for smallholder farmers, such as their Africa Soybean Program combating soybean rust. Delve into the NLRseek initiative, aimed at identifying crucial resistance genes to bolster crop

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