Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food

#096: Breeding success at Darby Dan Farm - John Phillips

What does it take to raise a champion Thoroughbred? As the owner and operator of Darby Dan Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, John Philips applies lessons of the past to passionately advocate for the future of horse racing. He joins us to share his secrets to success and discuss the initiatives disrupting the equine industry.

#095: GMOs, CRISPR and nutrigenomics: A new crop of solutions? - Dr. Richard Lally

It's an exciting time in crop management as emerging technologies offer hope for some of the industry's most pervasive challenges. Dr. Richard Lally provides a breakdown of the scientific discoveries reshaping crop production.

#094: Beefing up profits through verification programs - Kathryn Britton

Are beef verification programs really worth the time and effort for producers? As consumers become more interested in the story behind the steak, verified beef is bringing premium prices. What questions should producers ask before adopting a program, and could it open doors to other markets?

#093: Better barriers: Virtual opportunities in livestock management - Frank Wooten

Will the next big innovation in ag-tech revolutionize one of the oldest fixtures in farming? Imagine if you could use your smartphone to track and control the movement of your herd. What would it mean for the management of soil, nutrition and labor costs? Vence, a startup based in sunny San Diego with roots in New Zealand, says it's breaking down financial barriers by putting up virtual fences.

#092: Trust and transparency in the food chain - Crystal Mackay

Can public trust be measured? What happens when suppliers along the food chain fall short of consumer expectations? Crystal Mackay, president of the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity, shares why producers should consider transparency a business risk that must be managed, and explains the technology that can help achieve it.

#091: Growing demand: Producing fruits and vegetables in today's market - Dr. David Magana

Locally-sourced produce with year-round availability. Convenience, but with less packaging. Reasonable prices, despite increased labor costs. Today's consumers want it all, and as the population increases, are producers ready to grow with them? Dr. David Magaña of Rabobank's RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness Group on supporting growing demand for fruits and vegetables today and tomorrow.

#090: The -omics of pet health - Dr. Karl Dawson

At the Alltech Center for Nutrigenomics and Applied Animal Nutrition, scientist are making breakthroughs that can be taken from the barnyard to the backyard. Dr. Karl Dawson joins us from the forefront of the latest scientific research that could help our pets live longer, healthier lives.

#089: The fast-track: Building a certified sustainable beef program - Deborah Wilson

Blockchain, sustainability and the Chinese market. Today's beef producers face new opportunities and challenges. Deborah Wilson, senior vice president of BIXSco Inc., talks industry transformation and tracking beef from farm to table.

#088: Viral trends in shrimp farming - Jorge Cordova

Steamed, sauteed, fried or butterflied - shrimp is popular the world over. How will the latest innovations help producers address challenges with health and sustainability? Jorge Cordova manages shrimp farms in Ecuador, and he joins us to discuss the past, present and future of this mighty aquaculture sector doing its part to feed the rising billions.

#087: Breaking the cycle: Nutrition for better egg shell quality - Dr. Raj Kasula

Older birds lay bigger eggs, which often means weaker egg shells. Can producers minimize this natural phenomenon and get more eggs to market? Dr. Raj Kasula has worked in poultry science for decades, recently spearheading a modern version of layer nutrition software. He joins us with his take on today's poultry challenges and tomorrow's solutions.