Wisenetix Podcast

In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Abhiram Sripat, Founder and CEO of Florence Quantum Labs, and Jordan Long, commercial leader and futurist, explore how quantum biology and fungi research can transform agriculture. The talk connects soil intelligence, precision agriculture, and business strategy to real-world farming challenges. They explain why most soil solutions fail, how adaptive, region-specific approaches can improve sustainability and productivity, and how complex science becomes actionable through clear communication and leadership. Listen now on all major podcast platforms!

“Without fungi creating the fine grain of the soil, plants would not even exist, and agriculture as it is known today would never have emerged.”

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Abhiram Sripat is the Founder and CEO of Florence Quantum Labs, where he works at the intersection of quantum physics, biology, and agriculture to build advanced biosensing systems for soil and crop intelligence. 

Jordan Long is a futurist and commercial leader focused on scaling frontier technologies into real-world adoption.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:23) Introduction
• (02:19) Fungi resilience
• (03:45) Soil failures
• (06:12) Platform solution
• (07:50) Life loop
• (14:58) Precision farming
• (37:17) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Wisenetix Podcast, Øyvind Andre Haram, Head of Communications at ScaleAQ, shares his journey from journalism to leading communications in one of the world’s largest aquaculture companies. He discusses how storytelling, transparency, and innovation are driving the seafood industry toward a more sustainable future. Learn how communication shapes global aquaculture growth and public awareness. Listen now on all major platforms!

“The seafood industry must invest in marketing and communication just as much as it invests in technology.”

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Øyvind Andre Haram is the Head of Communications at ScaleAQ, one of the leading global providers of aquaculture technology and solutions. With a background in journalism and communications, he has over two decades of experience helping bridge the gap between the seafood industry and the public. His work focuses on transparency, innovation, and responsible storytelling in aquaculture.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:34) Introduction
• (03:44) Journalism vs communication
• (07:57) ScaleAQ overview
• (09:58) Shaping aquaculture’s future
• (13:17) Global seafood consumption
• (21:12) Storytelling in seafood
• (29:44) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Jayson Ryner, Founder and CEO of ReEnvision Ag Inc., shares how creativity and innovation can redefine modern agriculture. From his roots as a music teacher to building autonomous planting technology, Jayson explores how smaller, smarter, and more sustainable machinery is transforming soil health and farm economics. Discover how leadership, vision, and entrepreneurship fuel this revolution. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Smaller, lighter, and autonomous machinery will define the next generation of agricultural innovation.”

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Jayson Ryner is the Founder and CEO of ReEnvision Ag Inc., based in Iowa, USA. With a background in education and business, he combines creativity and strategic insight to design hardware for the soil health era. His company is pioneering smaller, autonomous, and sustainable planting systems that redefine modern agriculture.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:51) Introduction
• (03:53) Early farm influence
• (06:17) Creativity in entrepreneurship
• (09:08) Founding ReEnvision Ag
• (12:56) Soil health technology
• (16:22) Autonomous machinery
• (27:26) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Andrew Armstrong, Sales and Marketing Director at Pathway Intermediates, shares lessons from 30 years in global agri sales and feed additives. He explains how timeless fundamentals meet modern data, why long-term partnerships beat transactions, and how to position science-driven innovation across regions. Hear practical takes on relevance, trust, and sustainability that actually work. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Timeless husbandry fundamentals still determine outcomes, while modern technologies and data enhance consistency, decisions, and scale across species and systems."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Andrew Armstrong is Sales and Marketing Director at Pathway Intermediates with 25+ years in animal nutrition, health, and feed additives across the UK, Europe, and global markets. His work centers on strategic partnerships, market expansion, and translating R&D into relevant value for customers. 

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:37) Introduction
• (03:55) Sales lessons
• (05:56) Company focus
• (09:17) Innovation story
• (10:53) Partner trust
• (12:26) Regional nuance
• (23:00) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Rick Langille, Founder and CEO of Harvest Today, shares how modular vertical growing systems are reshaping fresh food access. He discusses overcoming startup challenges, the role of nutrition in public health, and the importance of building community-driven food systems. Gain insights into leadership, brand authority, and why “food is medicine.” Listen now on all major platforms!

"Business is people. It’s about building relationships and serving others."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Rick Langille, Founder and CEO of Harvest Today, has built a mission-driven company that manufactures modular Vertigation Systems to meet the rising demand for fresh, local food. With decades of business experience, he champions health, sustainability, and community impact through innovative agriculture solutions.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:26) Introduction
• (01:10) Purpose-driven leadership
• (07:20) Startup funding challenges
• (12:07) Food as medicine
• (17:38) Community food systems
• (29:53) Brand authority strategies
• (33:34) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Stephen Lamb, shares how his journey from the military to agribusiness helped him lead with empathy and purpose in today’s saturated agricultural market. He unpacks the challenges of grower engagement, carbon markets, and how personal branding drives trust and authority. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Farmers won’t work with you if they don’t trust you, even if you’re the smartest person in the room."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Stephen Lamb brings extensive experience from roles across agtech, grain marketing, and sustainable outreach. He focuses on helping growers adopt carbon programs and build trust through face-to-face engagement.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:37) Introduction
• (05:46) Building grower trust
• (10:09) Market noise challenges
• (14:01) Carbon market skepticism
• (20:45) Personal brand clarity
• (27:48) Brand authority building
• (31:02) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Geraldo Mattioli, a global agribusiness leader, shares key lessons from his 30-year career leading agribusiness operations across Brazil, the U.S., and Europe. He discusses digital transformation, strategic asset management, and the evolving challenges of agriculture leadership. Hear how trust, adaptability, and purpose-driven leadership drive performance in today’s global ag landscape. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Agriculture has changed a lot and will continue to change, but it's still an industry where change comes at its own pace.”

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Geraldo Mattioli is a global agribusiness leader with nearly 30 years of experience managing teams and operations across Latin America, North America, and Europe. He has led strategic initiatives in crop nutrition, sustainability, digital transformation, and asset optimization, always with a focus on business impact. His perspective blends practical leadership with deep market knowledge.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:40) Introduction
• (04:16) Agriculture market differences
• (08:10) Leadership in new markets
• (12:04) Digital transformation barriers
• (14:39) Strategic asset decisions
• (16:42) Navigating professional transitions
• (22:33) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special re-run episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, we’re bringing back our conversation with Sara Steever—Forbes Council Member and CTO at Paulsen. Sara has a one-of-a-kind background that blends agriculture, art, and digital tech, and she shares how those worlds came together in her career. We talk about how digital marketing and AI are changing the game in agriculture, from how farmers work to how companies connect with their audiences. It’s a conversation full of real-world insights you can use to sharpen your own strategies. Tune in on your favorite podcast platform!

"Digital platforms are vital for reaching and engaging the ag audience."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Sara Steever, a Forbes Council Member with a diverse background blending agriculture, art, and technology, has evolved from her foundational roots on a South Dakota farm to her role as the CTO at Paulsen. Her journey, characterized by creativity and innovation, transitioned from graphic design to pioneering digital marketing within the agriculture sector. Currently, she utilizes her extensive experience to explore and demonstrate how technology can significantly transform agricultural practices and marketing strategies.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:28) Introduction
• (01:45) Digital Transition
• (02:22) Design Success Insights
• (04:45) Continuous Learning
• (11:20) Digital Engagement
• (20:33) Tech Utilization
• (28:36) AI Impact
• (43:20) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special re-run episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Ben McCormick, Vice President of Marketing Services at 5MetaCom. Ben brings his wealth of experience in creating successful B2B marketing strategies for the agriculture industry’s complex, science-driven products. Discover how to stand out in the market, communicate technical details effectively, and navigate common challenges. Tune in for practical insights that can boost your marketing efforts!

"Understanding the customer's problem and how your product can uniquely solve it is crucial."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Ben McCormick is the Vice President of Marketing Services at 5MetaCom in Carmel, Indiana. With a degree in Business Communications from Indiana University Bloomington, Ben has over 19 years of experience developing B2B marketing strategies, particularly for scientific, technical, and regulated products. His expertise in differentiating products and aligning marketing messages with sales goals has been pivotal in helping clients achieve success.

What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:31) Introduction
• (07:39) Science and technology
• (10:22) Mature markets
• (14:04) Three C’s approach
• (17:33) Customer preferences
• (29:40) Aligning marketing
• (40:31) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Wisenetix Podcast, Melissa Baer, CEO of Backstory, talks about the growing influence of digital technology in agriculture. She explains how using data to increase transparency can build consumer trust, the hurdles farmers face when adopting digital tools, and the pressures of sustainability on supply chains. Melissa also shares how AI and ontological frameworks are reshaping the way agricultural data is managed. Listen now on all major platforms!

"New data-driven storytelling allows brands to replace static certifications with ongoing, transparent engagement that builds long-term consumer trust."

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Melissa Baer holds a BMOS in Business Administration from Western University. She is a technologist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Backstory, specializing in value chain technology for agriculture and ethical brands. With expertise in agri-tech, blockchain, and sustainability, she focuses on improving transparency and efficiency in supply chains. Her work bridges the gap between producers and consumers by leveraging data and digital tools to build trust and drive business success.

What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:32) Introduction
• (02:49) Digitalizing agriculture challenges
• (06:46) Data & consumer trust
• (11:46) AI in agri data management
• (15:54) Sustainable farming & technology
• (21:18) Future of supply chains
• (27:40) Final Questions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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