Guest: Vonnie Estes, Vice President of Innovation at International Fresh Produce Assoication [@IntFreshProduce]
On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonnieestes/
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Hosts:
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/sean-martin
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Episode Notes
In this Pre-Event conversation for our CES 2024 Coverage Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin discuss the fascinating world of food and agriculture technology with special guest Vonnie Estes, the Vice President of Innovation at the International Fresh Produce Association. As part of their coverage of CES, the trio explores how technology is revolutionizing farming practices to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
The conversation begins with Sean and Marco's excitement about the topic, as food and eating are among their favorite things. They delve into Vonnie's background and her extensive experience integrating technology into food production, covering areas such as breeding, genetic modification, automation, and robotics.
The discussion highlights the vital role technology plays in addressing the challenges faced by farmers, including labor shortages and crop waste. They explore various innovative solutions, ranging from automation in weeding and planting to using computer vision and lasers for pest control. Vonnie also emphasizes the importance of technology in optimizing crop production while reducing food waste throughout the supply chain.
Furthermore, the panel addresses the potential for technology to connect the entire agricultural ecosystem, from small farmers to large companies, fostering collaboration and sustainability. They touch upon the advancements in data-driven decision-making, AI applications, and the emerging concept of regenerative agriculture.
Overall, this thought-provoking episode showcases the incredible potential of technology in revolutionizing the food and agriculture industry, offers insights into ongoing initiatives, and encourages talented individuals to join the sector's quest for a more sustainable future.
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Catch all of our CES 2024 event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/ces-2024-las-vegas-usa-event-coverage
Watch this and other videos on ITSPmagazine's YouTube Channel
CES 2024 Las Vegas playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTcuvjsP6zvFyZkL7z2D8WZ
Redefining Society Podcast with Marco Ciappelli playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTUoWMGGQHlGVZA575VtGr9
ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazine
Be sure to share and subscribe!
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Resources
The Connected Farm: New Tools for Farmers to Reduce Waste: https://www.ces.tech/sessions-events/agt/ag03.aspx
Learn more about CES 2024: https://www.ces.tech/
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For more CES 2024 Event Coverage visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/ces-2024-las-vegas-usa-event-coverage
To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:
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By Marco Ciappelli, ITSPmagazineGuest: Vonnie Estes, Vice President of Innovation at International Fresh Produce Assoication [@IntFreshProduce]
On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonnieestes/
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Hosts:
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/sean-martin
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Episode Notes
In this Pre-Event conversation for our CES 2024 Coverage Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin discuss the fascinating world of food and agriculture technology with special guest Vonnie Estes, the Vice President of Innovation at the International Fresh Produce Association. As part of their coverage of CES, the trio explores how technology is revolutionizing farming practices to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
The conversation begins with Sean and Marco's excitement about the topic, as food and eating are among their favorite things. They delve into Vonnie's background and her extensive experience integrating technology into food production, covering areas such as breeding, genetic modification, automation, and robotics.
The discussion highlights the vital role technology plays in addressing the challenges faced by farmers, including labor shortages and crop waste. They explore various innovative solutions, ranging from automation in weeding and planting to using computer vision and lasers for pest control. Vonnie also emphasizes the importance of technology in optimizing crop production while reducing food waste throughout the supply chain.
Furthermore, the panel addresses the potential for technology to connect the entire agricultural ecosystem, from small farmers to large companies, fostering collaboration and sustainability. They touch upon the advancements in data-driven decision-making, AI applications, and the emerging concept of regenerative agriculture.
Overall, this thought-provoking episode showcases the incredible potential of technology in revolutionizing the food and agriculture industry, offers insights into ongoing initiatives, and encourages talented individuals to join the sector's quest for a more sustainable future.
____________________________
Catch all of our CES 2024 event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/ces-2024-las-vegas-usa-event-coverage
Watch this and other videos on ITSPmagazine's YouTube Channel
CES 2024 Las Vegas playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTcuvjsP6zvFyZkL7z2D8WZ
Redefining Society Podcast with Marco Ciappelli playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTUoWMGGQHlGVZA575VtGr9
ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazine
Be sure to share and subscribe!
____________________________
Resources
The Connected Farm: New Tools for Farmers to Reduce Waste: https://www.ces.tech/sessions-events/agt/ag03.aspx
Learn more about CES 2024: https://www.ces.tech/
____________________________
For more CES 2024 Event Coverage visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/ces-2024-las-vegas-usa-event-coverage
To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:
https://www.itspmagazine.com/redefining-society-podcast
Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?
👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network