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1 month ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas |Matt Hopkins
Editor’s note: In a recent issue of Upstream Ag Professional, agribusiness analyst Shane Thomas delves into why the key is not just adopting AI, but applying it in a way that solves specific constraints and augments real agronomic expertise. Here’s a summary of that article: The integration of Generative AI (GenAI) presents a significant opportunity for agronomists to enhance efficiency, deepen agronomic knowledge, and improve customer engagement, even with limited budgets.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas
Editor’s note: In a recent blog on Software is Feeding the World (SFTW), agrifoodtech consultant Rhishi Pethe shares a conversation with Feroz Sheikh, Group Chief Information and Digital Officer at Syngenta Group, who shares insight on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the agricultural industry.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Shane Thomas |Rhishi Pethe
Despite the rapid rise of Generative AI (GenAI), with ChatGPT leading the way as the fastest-adopted technology in history, enterprise adoption has lagged, particularly in agriculture. A new white paper, commissioned by Bayer Crop Science and supported by Digital Green, Kissan AI, and Traive Finance, aims to bridge this gap by providing a blueprint for Food and Agriculture enterprises to move GenAI projects beyond the proof-of-concept stage.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas |Matt Hopkins
Editor’s note: In a recent issue of Upstream Ag Professional, agribusiness analyst Shane Thomas discusses Carbon Robotics’ move into corn and soybeans and how it marks a notable step beyond high-value specialty crops. However, he cautions that challenges remain in speed, cost, and integration with existing farm operations.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Shane Thomas |Rhishi Pethe
Editor’s note: In a recent blog on Software is Feeding the World (SFTW), agrifoodtech consultant Rhishi Pethe delves into Bayer’s groundbreaking partnership with Microsoft and the launch of E.L.Y., a small language model (SLM) tailored to improve crop protection efficiency. Here’s a summary of that article: Rhishi Pethe recently explored Bayer’s groundbreaking partnership with Microsoft and the launch of E.L.Y., a small language model (SLM) tailored to improve crop protection efficiency.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas |Lauren Milligan |Matt Hopkins
The Fruit Thinning Robots Market value will record over 13% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, significantly driven by advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence, which enhance the precision and efficiency of fruit thinning processes. These technologies reduce labor costs and increase productivity by automating tasks traditionally performed by manual labor.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas |Lauren Milligan |Matt Hopkins
On February 4, Topcon Positioning Group held a roundtable discussion on the topic of precision agriculture, reports Eric Sfiligoj at CropLife. This included several individuals from the company and Curt Blades, Senior Vice President of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). According to Douglas Schmuland, Senior Director – Global OEM Coordinator for Topcon, better communication is the key for “smart” ag technology systems going forward.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Rhishi Pethe |Shane Thomas |Lauren Milligan |Matt Hopkins
GROWERS, a leader in agriculture retail solutions, has announced the results of its customizable loyalty program technology, now enhanced with advanced AI. For 2024, agricultural retailers in the United States using the GROWERS Loyalty Program noted a significant increase in sales among members compared to non-members. In 2025, the company expects further market adoption of its program, which now combines the power of AI-driven insights with fully tailored loyalty initiatives.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Shane Thomas |Lauren Milligan
Editor’s note: In a recent blog on Software is Feeding the World (SFTW), agrifoodtech consultant Rhishi Pethe examines whether a new breed of startups can save AgTech. Here’s a summary of that article: Technological advancements, particularly AI, have transformed startup ecosystems by lowering the capital and resources required to develop innovative solutions.
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2 months ago | 
globalagtechinitiative.com | Shane Thomas |CNH Industrial
In a recent conversation with Sona Raziabeegum, she shared valuable insights into the transformation of traditional industries, particularly focusing on CNH’s efforts to modernize agricultural equipment through the integration of advanced technologies. Sona emphasized the importance of blending agile methodologies with longstanding practices to drive innovation while ensuring that product development remains aligned with customer needs.
