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Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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From the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative at NC State comes a podcast that takes a 360° view of emerging agriculture technologies. Join the host, N.C. PSI Executive Director Adrian Percy as he speaks with academic researchers, industry experts, growers, producers, Extension specialists, and others in the agtech community.

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AI-Powered Plant Breeding with Avalo

Mar 04, 2026 23m Transcript

Mariano Alvarez, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Avalo, shares how AI and machine learning are reshaping plant breeding. From genomic prediction to advanced modeling and data-driven…

MRV: From Measurement to Impact with Bill Salas

Feb 18, 2026 17m

In this episode, Bill Salas, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer at Regrow, explains how MRV—measurement, reporting, and verification—is helping agriculture quantify environmental and agronomic…

Soil Microbes and Crop Resilience with Dr. Amy Grunden

Feb 04, 2026 17m Transcript

Dr. Amy Grunden, professor of microbiology at NC State University, discusses how soil biology and plant–microbe interactions play a critical role in crop resilience under heat, drought, and other…

Using Biologicals to Tackle Resistance and Protect Global Food Systems

Dec 18, 2025 13m

Dr. Louise Thatcher of CSIRO shares insights into how biological crop protection tools are helping address resistance challenges and support more resilient food systems. The discussion highlights the…

Microbes at Work: Nature-Based Crop Protection in Action

Dec 11, 2025 14m

Isabel Vercauteren, CEO and co-founder of Aphea Bio, shares how microbes are being harnessed to create new biocontrol and biostimulant solutions for agriculture. She explains how Aphea Bio’s advanced…

Science in Sequence: How RNAi is Transforming Crop Health

Nov 19, 2025 13m

GreenLight Biosciences’ CCO Mark Singleton explains how RNA interference (RNAi) technology is opening a new pathway for sustainable crop protection. Learn how RNAi works, why it offers a highly…

Molecular Precision: Micropeptides and the Next Wave of Biologicals

Nov 05, 2025 18m

CTO Mikael Courbot shares how Micropep is harnessing plant-derived micropeptides —tiny, naturally occurring molecules designed with AI and advanced modeling — to precisely target weeds and diseases.…

Field Tested, Fully Charged: Monarch’s Electric Tractor Breakthrough

Oct 29, 2025 17m

Chris Whitney, Chief Digital Officer at Monarch Tractor, shares how the company’s fully electric, driver-optional tractor is redefining power and productivity on the farm. By combining clean energy,…

Smarter, Smaller, Stronger: Kioti’s Robots Boost Orchard Productivity

Oct 15, 2025 17m

Kioti is redefining smart farming with a new generation of compact, autonomous technologies built to meet the needs of smaller farms. Chief Product and Technology Officer YJ Son discusses how the…

Drones, Sensors, AI: Farming the Future with Dr. Bai

Oct 01, 2025 15m Transcript

Dr. Frank Bai shares his global journey into precision and digital agriculture and highlights how sensors, drones, and AI-driven tools are shaping the future of farming. As an Assistant Professor at…

Engineering Autonomy: John Deere’s AI-Powered Tractors at Work

Sep 17, 2025 14m Transcript

Aaron Wells, Director of Engineering & Autonomy at Blue River Technology, a John Deere company, discusses the evolution of agricultural machinery—from traditional horsepower to advanced hardware…

Microbial Innovation Meets Gene Editing: New Biological Solutions for Agriculture

Aug 27, 2025 13m Transcript

Tom Williams, Director of Microbiology at BioConsortia, discusses how beneficial microbes are driving more sustainable agriculture by boosting nutrient availability, soil health, and crop…

New Center, New Frontier: Tim Kelliher Leads NC State’s Genome Editing Mission

Aug 13, 2025 19m Transcript

Newly appointed Director of NC State’s Genome Editing Center (GEC), Tim Kelliher, shares his unique path from organic farming to the forefront of plant science. He explains how advances in genome…

Bananas, Biotech, and Beyond: Gene Editing with Tropic

Jul 30, 2025 22m Transcript

Dr. Eyal Maori, co-founder of Tropic, is using advanced gene editing technologies to revolutionize tropical crops such as bananas, rice, and coffee. The conversation explores how Tropic developed…

CRISPR, Then and Now: A 2025 Update with Rodolphe Barrangou

Jul 15, 2025 31m Transcript

Genome editing pioneer Dr. Rodolphe Barrangou returns to AgTech 360 to share how CRISPR has advanced and expanded since his last appearance in 2021, transforming from a breakthrough technology into a…

Shifting Perspectives: How Nanotech is Gaining Ground in Farming

Apr 24, 2025 19m Transcript

Dr. Jason White from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station explains how nano-scale materials, once seen as potential hazards, are gaining popularity and are now used to boost plant health,…

Tiny Particles, Huge Potential: Assessing Benefits and Risks of Nanotech in Ag

Apr 09, 2025 18m

Dr. Khara Grieger explores the fascinating world of nanotechnology in agriculture. From nanoscale fertilizers and pesticides to vaccines and biosensors, she explains how these tiny particles could…

Women in AgTech: Breakthroughs in Biological Solutions with Dr. Pam Marrone

Mar 18, 2025 25m

Dr. Pam Marrone is a pioneering force in biologicals and sustainable agriculture. Explore how the integration of biocontrols and biostimulants is reshaping farming by boosting crop yields while…

Women Making History in Ag: Dr. Jean Ristaino on Plant Health and Genomics

Mar 06, 2025 15m

Dr. Jean Ristaino discusses how her groundbreaking research has revolutionized plant disease detection and management. Using cutting-edge genomic sequencing and real-time surveillance tools, she has…

Gene Editing Revolution: Monika Paule on the Future of Agriculture with CRISPR

Feb 18, 2025 15m

Dr. Monika Paule, CEO of Caszyme, explores the potential of gene editing in agriculture. She delves into the evolution of CRISPR technology and its role in addressing issues such as food scarcity and…

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