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Season 12

July 25, 2025

170: Cartoons, Crops, and Community: Reimagining Sustainable Farming …

Have you ever wondered how to combine sustainable farming, education, and entertainment into a single innovative concept? I sat down with Mike Smart, founder of Smart Farms, to discuss his unique approach to revolutionizing t...

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July 11, 2025

169: The Evolution of Dubai’s Vertical Farming Show

Have you ever wondered how the vertical farming industry is evolving and what it takes to organize successful events in this space? I had the pleasure of speaking with Tahir Abdul Bari, founder and CEO of TAP Group, about his...

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July 4, 2025

168: Microbial Magic: Revolutionizing Agriculture from Inside Plants …

Are you struggling to find sustainable solutions for your crops in an ever-changing agricultural landscape? I sat down with Jessica Staha, CEO of LPC Naturals, to discuss the fascinating world of microbials in agriculture. Wi...

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June 27, 2025

167: Supercharging Seeds: Zayndu’s Revolutionary Cold Plasma Solution…

Have you ever wondered how plants adapt to extreme conditions without the ability to move? I've always been fascinated by the resilience of plants, and in this conversation with Alberto Campanaro, we explore the intricate wor...

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June 13, 2025

166: AI Revolution in Greenhouses: Dima Chernobilsky & GrowDirector’s…

Are you struggling to optimize your greenhouse operations and maximize crop yields? I recently spoke with Dima Chernobilsky, co-founder and CEO of GrowDirector, who shared groundbreaking insights on greenhouse automation and ...

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June 6, 2025

165: Glenn Behrman - Unmasking Hype, The Real Economics of Indoor Far…

Ever wondered why so many indoor farming ventures fail despite the hype? I've got the inside scoop from a true industry veteran. Glenn Behrman, founder and president of CEA Advisors, brings over 50 years of experience in hort...

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May 30, 2025

164: Michael Oster - Saffron Tech’s - 120,000 Flowers Into 2 Pounds o…

Ever wondered how a seasoned executive from the oil and gas industry ends up leading a vertical farming startup? I sat down with Michael Oster, CEO of Saffron Tech, to explore this fascinating journey. Michael's transition fr...

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May 2, 2025

S12E163 Marc Oshima/Babylon Microfarms - Hyper-Local Farm to Table: V…

Ever wondered how indoor farming is revolutionizing the way we connect with our food? I sat down with Marc Oshima, CEO of Babylon Microfarms, to explore the cutting edge of sustainable agriculture. Marc Oshima brings over 30 ...

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April 18, 2025

S12E162 John James Staniszewski/Fungitarian - From Nightclubs to Mush…

Ever wondered how a mushroom farm could revolutionize the food industry? I sat down with John James Staniszewski, the creator of the fungitarian lifestyle and a pioneer in the vertical farming space, to uncover the secrets of...

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April 11, 2025

S12E161 Renko Schuil/TTA ISO - Collaboration vs. Secrecy: Lessons for…

Ever wondered how automation is shaping the future of indoor farming? In this episode, I speak with Renko Schuil, Sales Manager of Indoor Farming at TTA ISO, a leading company in horticultural automation. With over 25 years o...

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April 4, 2025

S12E160 Oliver Rotko/Arctic Farming - Revolutionizing Restaurants: He…

Ever wondered how to navigate the challenges of indoor farming and create successful products in this evolving industry? Oliver Rotko, CEO of Plant TUI and Arctic Farming, shares his journey and insights into the world of ver...

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March 28, 2025

S12E159 Conner Tidd/Just Vertical - Democratizing Indoor Farming: Jus…

Have you ever wondered how to grow fresh produce year-round, even in the harshest climates? I sat down with Conner Tidd, co-founder and CEO of Just Vertical, to discuss the innovative world of indoor farming and how it's chan...

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March 21, 2025

S12E158 Kirk Taylor/Land Betterment - From Abandoned Mines to Thrivin…

Ever wondered how to revitalize struggling communities while promoting sustainable practices? I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk Taylor, co-founder of Land Betterment Corporation , about their innovative approach to com...

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