Episodes

Are you curious about the challenges and triumphs of building a business in the vertical farming industry? Join me as I sit down with Jacob, the COO of FarmBox Foods, who shares his journey from firefighting to entrepreneursh...

In this episode, I speak with Mattias Karls, a seasoned entrepreneur hailing from Stockholm, Sweden. Mattias shares his journey from the heartland of Sweden to becoming a serial entrepreneur, starting right after his universi...

In this episode, I speak with Juan Gabriel Succar, the Co-founder of Verde Compacto , as he returns to share the latest developments in the world of vertical farming. Since our last conversation in 2022, Juan and his team hav...

In this episode, I speak with Elmar Mair, the CEO and founder of Neatleaf . Elmar shares his fascinating journey from growing up in the Italian countryside to becoming a leader in the vertical farming industry. We dive into h...

Explore how IoT technology is transforming indoor farming. Discover innovative solutions for automation, efficiency, and sustainability in agriculture, as discussed by Junell Abdi of GEIA.AI

 In this episode, I speak with Scott Massey, the CEO and co-founder of Anu , who returns to share his journey and the exciting developments since our last conversation. Scott dives into the evolution of Anu, formerly known a...

In this episode, I speak with you directly, sharing some exciting updates and a sneak peek into what's coming up for season eleven of the Vertical Farming podcast. After wrapping up season ten, I wanted to take a moment to re...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Corkery, the founder and CEO of Hundred Acre, who shares his journey from being a chef in New York City to starting a vertical farm in Milwaukee. Chris talks about the early mornings at far...

In this episode, I speak with Stefan Hey, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer at vGreens. We reminisce about our initial meeting at Vertifarm in Dortmund and the fascinating dinner conversations that led to a deeper connecti...

In this episode, I speak with Kendra Armstrong, the Co-Founder and CEO of Crop Convergence. Kendra shares her journey from growing up on a family farm in Indiana to becoming a startup founder in the agtech industry. We dive i...

In this episode, I speak with Max Knight and Eric Roth, the Co-founders of Rooted Robotics . We dive into their journey from meeting at a large-scale vertical farm to starting their own company focused on affordable automatio...

In this episode, I speak with Jesper Hansen, the Chief Commercial Officer at YesHealth. Jesper shares his unique journey from studying history in Denmark to becoming a key player in the vertical farming industry in Taiwan. We...

In this episode, I speak with Edwin McClure, CEO of Bio520, who shares his journey from finance to the world of indoor agriculture. Edwin's story is one of passion and perseverance, moving from Miami to San Diego, and eventua...

In this episode, I speak with Rick Langille, the Founder and CEO of Harvest Today . Rick's journey from growing up on a farm in Manitoba to becoming a serial entrepreneur in the manufacturing and electronics industries is not...

In this episode, I speak with Matt Lohr, Virginia's Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry, who brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for agriculture. Matt shares his journey as a fifth-generation farmer from the She...

In this episode, I speak with Shlomy Raziel, the visionary behind Growth Tech, joining us all the way from Israel. Shlomy shares his deeply rooted connection to agriculture, tracing back to his childhood in a Kibbutz and his ...

In this episode, I speak with Kaylee South, an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist for Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) at Virginia Tech. Kaylee shares her journey from a rural upbringing, where her passion f...

In this episode, I speak with David Flynn, Vice President of Business Development at AmplifiedAg , and what a journey it's been! David shares his transition from military service to the world of vertical farming, and it's a t...

In this episode, I speak with Whit Allen, the charismatic CEO of SpectraGrow , as we dive into a world where the rhythm of music intertwines with the innovation of agriculture. It's a conversation that takes us from energy of...

In this episode, I speak with Katherine Soll , a powerhouse of knowledge and change in the realm of urban agriculture. She takes us through her inspiring journey from her New York City upbringing to her influential role as th...

In this episode, I speak with Rick Vanzura, CEO of Freight Farms , who takes us on a captivating journey from his days in the retail trenches to becoming a trailblazer in the vertical farming industry. Rick’s transformation f...

In this episode, I speak with Alex Babich, who's pioneering the agricultural tech revolution with his startup, Nuravine . We dive into Alex's childhood, his journey through self-education and college, and the formative experi...

In this episode, I speak with Daniel Plant, the inspiring mind behind Plant Dynamics, as we delve into his remarkable transition from the disciplined life of the Canadian Armed Forces to becoming a consultant in the agtech sp...

In this eye-opening episode, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the hydroponic maestro himself, Joe Swartz. Joe brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, drawing from nearly four decades of experience in the r...