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This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

We’ve golden soil and wealth for toil, but how do you thrive when you’re sharing both?

Mining and agriculture are both industry titans in Australia, and with access to water, land and labour being critical to success, they share similar challenges.

This fireside chat unpacks this, the learnings, and the opportunities that lie in co-existence for these two innovative industries.

Featuring Rebecca Tomkinson, the CEO, The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia, it’s facilitated by Tim Hunt, from Tim Hunt Consulting.

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

Nina Schick is a pioneering Generative AI or artificial intelligence expert and has made a name for herself demonstrating how this emerging field will change humanity. 

As one of the keynote speakers of evokeAG. 2024, Nina explores the future of AI and discovers what it means for the way we produce, trade and consume food and agricultural commodities.

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG. 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

 In this episode you’ll hear a fascinating panel discussion called Innovation and collaboration: Solving Western Australia’s agriculture and food challenges. 

It’s a case study on how industry is seeking innovative solutions to boost productivity, efficiency and meet future ESG outcomes in a challenging and changing climate.

Join facilitator Dr Ben Biddulph, WA’s Chief Primary Industries Scientist, as he explores some of the top issues facing the state’s agriculture and food industry. He’s joined by principal soil scientist Dr Gaus Azam, Annabelle Coppin from Yarrie Station, Ty Fulwood, Mt Noddy Farming and Dr Joanne Wisdom, Grower Group Alliance.

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

The pursuit of innovation continues at a breakneck pace as we teeter on the edge of ecological, environmental, and economic uncertainty.

So, with all the ideas, money, and power in the world, how does Australia use its exceptional edge to be a global leader in agricultural production and sustainability?

In this episode Olympia Yarger, Founder and CEO of GOTERRA and Justin Webb, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of AgriWebb, come together to ruminate on this question critical to the future of the sector.

Their conversation is facilitated by Bryce Ives. 

This series was recorded live at evokeAG 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

When it comes to our remaining global emissions budget, things are tight.

In a world of significant socio-economic pressures, how do we maintain productivity while reducing our environmental footprint?

Dr Lewis Akenji is the managing director of the Hot or Cool Institute and as a keynote speaker at evokeAG. 2024 presented on balancing the social tensions and emissions budgets. 

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

The depth and value of cultural IP to western businesses is proving invaluable- but how can it be done in a mutually beneficial way? 

The need to share knowledge and networks is increasing, so how can the convergence of cultural IP and western innovation can give Australian agrifood enterprises an internationally unique edge? 

In this session, John Gibbs from the Spinifex Brewing Co, Amanda Healy from Kirrikin, Darryl Lyons, Co-Founder and Chief Rainmaker, Rainstick and Oral McGuire, Founding Director, Noongar Landholder Enterprises have an enlightening discussion around some of the issues and the potential of strengthening those ties. Their conversation is facilitated by Dr Terri Janke, Owner and Solicitor Director of Terri Janke and Company

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

As private equity investment in agrifood technology, innovation, and enterprise increases, how will the role of venture capital change?

This panel discussion includes leading international agrifood tech VCs and top tier and private equity investors including Adam Anders, co founder and managing partner, Anterra Capital, Sarah Nolet, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Tenacious Ventures, Ryan Rakestraw, director Temasek, and Chris Thomas, director at Wollemi Capital. 

Their conversation is facilitated by Robyn O’Brien, the author of Seeding Innovation

 Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood tech innovation and a relentless pursuit of innovation at a critical juncture in time.

Natural capital is the phrase on everyone’s lips, but taking it from a concept to achieving tangible, valuable outcomes is challenging.

Appetite from the corporate sector to engage with nature-based projects on farm is increasing, so how do producers leverage this and walk the talk?

This episode is a dynamic exploration of the issues with Catherine Bell, a partner ESG and Climate Services, RSM Australia, Bob Nixon, Director, GRDC, and Farmer, Bunketch Ag, Heechung Sung, Head of Natural Capital Investments, Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Nicole Yazbek-Martin, 

Head of Taxonomy and Natural Capital, Australian Sustainable Finance Institute. 

Their conversation is facilitated by Jackson Hewett, head of content, Auctions Plus. 

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2024 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood. 

The remarkable world of circular economies was one of the hot topics of evokeAG. 2024, with plenty of panel discussions and keynote speakers touching on it. 

However, the work being done by Natalie Bell, founder of Hylo Ag and one of evokeAG.'s 2024 Future Young Leaders is a fantastic case study. 

As Natalie explained to our contributor Jayne Cuddihy, Hylo Ag is a startup aiming to provide a recycling pathway for livestock ear tags.

Applications for the evokeAG. 2025 Future Young Leaders Program will open later this year. For more information on how to apply for the Future Young Leaders Program, visit evokeag.com/futureyoungleaders.

This series was recorded live at evokeAG. 2024 in Perth and explores the exceptional edge of agrifood 

From pharmaceuticals to agriculture, biologicals offer promising avenues for sustainable and effective solutions. 

In this episode our contributor Jayne Cuddihy unravels the complexities and potentials of biologicals through insightful discussions with two experts in the field.

In fact, you’d be hard pressed to find someone more passionate about biologicals than Dr Pam Marrone, the Co-Founder and Executive Chair, Invasive Species Corporation. She’s joined in the studio by Dennis Donohue, Director of Western Growers Centre for Innovation & Technology. Both are U.S-based. 

Tickets are now on sale for evokeAG 2025 to be held on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. Following a sell-out event in 2024 we are encouraging delegates to secure their tickets, flights and accommodation early.

We can't wait to see you all on 18-19 February 2025 in Brisbane, Queensland. In the meantime, catch up on the other conversations about sustainability, climate resilience and the role of agtech in meeting those challenges from here.