Leaders on a Mission - Adrian Percy, Chief Technology Officer @UPL, Venture Partner, Independent Board Director & Advisor - Episode 16

In today’s episode I am joined by Adrian Percy, a leader and strong proponent of the development and adoption of new science and technology that support global food security, whilst conversing the environment. Adrian shared the key influences of his upbringing, and how he stumbled into the agriculture industry, growing into a lifelong passion for the industry. He spoke about his journey from a narrow field of specialism to running a global 5000-person R&D organization, outlining his philosophies and approach to leadership. He spoke about his connection and personal mission of creating a healthier world and working with farmers globally to help reduce agriculture’s environmental footprint. He spoke about his ideas for open Ag innovation initiatives, and gives about examples of innovation that have potential for great impact in the world.  He talks about the growing innovation landscape, and the challenges that start-ups need to overcome in order to commercialize technologies. He speaks about the regulatory landscape for product approvals, and about the opportunities for the UK in the fields of science and agriculture