Ag Uncensored with Nathan Faleide

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   1. Episode 13: Interview with Ehsan Soltan, Founder and CEO of Soiltech Wireless

   The conversation covers the journey of Eshan Soltan, the Founder and CEO of SoilTech Wireless with host Nathan Faleide. We dive through his products, and the challenges of integrating technology into agriculture. It delves into the importance of understanding the needs of farmers, the slow development process, and the impact of timing and scalability in the industry. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to agriculture technology, including challenges in the industry, the import

   Jun 10,2024 01:20
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   2. Episode 12 - AgTech Adoption Sucks, Why and How to Help It: A Personal Update

   Overview: Hey everyone, it's Nathan Faleide, your host of Ag Uncensored. In this episode, I share my vision for evolving the podcast format and introduce new ideas to help bridge the gap between technology adoption and practical usage in agriculture. I'll discuss the challenges we face in the industry, the potential for new content formats, and my experiences and plans for future episodes.Timestamped Takeaways:00:01: I start off by explaining the delay in releasing this episode due to sickness a

   May 22,2024 00:54
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   3. Episode 11 - Interview with Aaron Hutchinson

   In this conversation, Nathan Faleide interviews Aaron Hutchinson current Founder and CEO of Lighthouse.Ag and former Founder and CEO of CropTrak. They talk about precision agriculture and AgTech and the decades of history Aaron has experienced within it. They discuss the challenges of implementing blockchain technology in agriculture, the need for data sharing and collaboration, and the importance of developing affordable and accessible technology for small-scale farmers. They also touch on the

   May 07,2024 01:30
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   4. Episode 10 - Interview with Randy Barker Founder and CEO of Intent

   In this episode of Ag Uncensored, host Nathan Faleide interviews Randy Barker, CEO of Intent, a company in the AgTech space. They discuss the evolution of precision agriculture practices from Western Canada and the US, the challenges of proving the effectiveness of AgTech solutions, and the role of AI and ML in agriculture. They also touch on the importance of agronomy and the need for practicality and skepticism when it comes to adopting new technologies. The conversation explores the challenge

   Apr 30,2024 01:30
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   5. Episode 9 - Interview with Michael Ott CEO of Cquesta and former CEO and founder of Rantizo

   SummaryIn this episode of Ag Uncensored, I interview Michael Ott, CEO of Cquesta and former CEO and founder of Rantizo. We discuss the use of drones in agriculture, specifically in the area of spraying crops. Michael shares his experience in the ag tech industry and how he got into drones and spraying. We also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the drone spraying market. Later in the conversation, we delve into Cquesta, a company that uses gene editing technology to modify root architec

   Apr 23,2024 00:59
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   6. Episode 8 - Interview with Paul Schrimpf

   Summary In this conversation, I interview Paul Schrimpf, an expert in ag tech and precision agriculture. We discuss Paul's background in journalism and his journey into the world of agriculture. We also explore the evolution of ag technology, including the impact of auto-steer systems and the rise of software in agriculture. We speculate on the next big innovation in the industry and the challenges of automation and consolidation. The conversation explores the challenges and complexities of adop

   Apr 16,2024 01:30
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   7. Episode 7 - Interview with Carter Willams CEO of iSelect Fund

   SummaryIn this conversation, Nathan Faleide interviews Carter Williams, a leading voice in the conversation around technology and agriculture. Carter shares his background in aerospace engineering and his experience in developing innovative technologies. They discuss the intersection of health and food, the challenges of implementing technology in the agriculture industry, and the complexities of the farm bill. They also touch on the need for simplifying and digitizing processes in crop insuranc

   Apr 08,2024 01:50
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   8. Episode 6 - Interview with Dave Swain owner of Vision Technology Management

   SummaryIn this episode of Ag Uncensored, Nathan Faleide interviews Dave Swain owner of Vision Technology Management a consultant company he create being an expert in AgTech and precision ag. They discuss the challenges of implementing technology in agriculture and the importance of focusing on the basics. They highlight the need for proper equipment maintenance and calibration, as well as the importance of accurate yield data. They also touch on the limitations of high-resolution imagery and the

   Apr 01,2024 01:40
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   9. Episode 5: Interview with Kip Pendleton

   SummaryIn this conversation, Nathan Faleide interviews Kip Pendleton about the adoption and challenges of biologicals in agriculture. Kip shares his journey in the industry, from working in the seed industry to focusing on information and data collection through precision equipment. He believes that biologicals will be the next wave in agriculture, providing sustainable solutions for feeding the world. However, there are challenges in verifying the effectiveness of biologicals and managing expec

   Mar 26,2024 00:56
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    10. Episode 4 - Interview with Steve Rao former CEO of Farm MarketiD

    Summary In this podcast episode, Nathan Faleide interviews Steven Rao about his experience in the agriculture industry as the former CEO of Farm MarketiD and the use of data in agribusiness. They discuss the challenges and misconceptions surrounding farmer data, the importance of transparency and value in data sharing, and the integration of personal data with agricultural data. They also explore the role of consumer data and analytics in understanding farmer personas and making better business

    Mar 18,2024 01:27:27
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    11. Episode 3 - Interview with Gottfried Pessl founder of Pessl Instruments

    Summary In this episode, Nathan Faleide interviews Gottfried Pessl, the founder of Pessl Instruments, about his background in agriculture and the development of weather stations. Gottried shares his experiences growing up on a small farm in Austria and his transition into entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of weather stations in agriculture and the impact of the Internet of Things on their development. Gottfried also draws parallels between the historical adoption of tractors and the

    Mar 11,2024 01:27:00
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    12. Episode 2 - Interview with Rob Saik CEO and Founder of AGvisorPRO™ and visorPRO™

    SummaryIn this episode, Nathan interviews Robert Saik of CEO and Founder of AGvisorPRO™ and visorPRO™ and former CEO of DOT (acquired by Raven Technologies, no CNH) and founder of AgriTrend (acquired by Trimble, now AGCO) about the adoption of agricultural technology and the challenges faced by farmers. They discuss the slow adoption rates of ag tech and the complexity of the technology. They also explore the potential of precision agriculture and the impact of acquisitions in the industry. The

    Mar 04,2024 01:12:00
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    13. Interview with Farmers Edge CEO Vibhore Arora

    Introducing the debut episode of 'Ag Uncensored', a podcast diving into the fascinating world of Agricultural Technology. Uncover the unvarnished truths about the industry with your host, Nathan Faleide. This episode focuses on Farmers Edge, a pioneering Ag-tech company, and its new leadership under CEO Vibhore Arora. Journey with us as we explore their personal narratives, intertwined with the company's evolution, and their visions for the future of the ag-tech industry.In an engaging conversat

    Feb 26,2024 01:39:49
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    14. AgUncensored Into: About the Podcast

    A quick overview about what this podcast is about with your host Nathan Faleide. 

    Feb 12,2024 13:26