Farmers and Startups: Lessons and Tips for Collaborating

The divide between farmers and startups can seem like a chasm. Tech culture and agriculture have evolved from completely different backgrounds, and even seem to have their own languages. So how can agtech bring together two very different groups?
In this episode, you’ll hear practical tips from farmers and agtech experts on how to build mutually beneficial relationships. For startups, this includes approaching farmers as partners, rather than ‘customers,’ and understanding ‘grower economics’. And for farmers, it’s about finding opportunities to access and help shape new products as the startup iterates. This might look like an equity partnership, an advisory relationship, or even becoming a co-founder.
On the panel:

• Walt Duflock - Vice President of Innovation, Western Growers
• Emma Weston - CEO & Co-Founder, AgriDigital
• Pete Nelson - President & Executive Director, AgLaunch