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Upcoming #WAAgTechMeetup, where industry experts will tackle the challenges of commercialising agricultural research. If you're an #AgTech startup in WA, this is your chance to gain insights on navigating IP considerations, commercial pathways, and market entry strategies. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eNC_z-cX When: Wednesday, 26th March | 🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM AWST Where: St Catherine’s College, UWA, Crawley WA Whether you're a startup, researcher, or investor, this event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders and discover pathways to turning research into real-world impact. Can't attend in person? A livestream option is available—register now to stay in the loop! #WAAgTechMeetup #WestTechFest #AgTech #Innovation #Commercialisation

Thrilled to announce our incredible line-up of speakers and panellists for the upcoming #AgTech solutions for future farming Symposium from 1-3 April. Join us as we explore cutting-edge #AgTech innovations to tackle food security and environmental challenges. 🚜🌾 🗣 Professor Deborah Sweeney, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Western Sydney University 🗣 Professor Chris Moran FTSE, Vice-Chancellor and CEO, University of New England (AU) 🗣 Scott Hansen, CEO, Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority 🗣 Su McCluskey FTSE, Special Representative for Australian Agriculture 🗣 Professor Salah Sukkarieh FTSE, Professor of Robotics and Intelligent Systems, University of Sydney 🗣 Professor Ben Hayes, Centre Director, Animal Science Centre, Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) 🗣 Professor Neena Mitter FTSE, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Associate (Global Research), Charles Sturt University 🗣 Sally-Ann Williams FTSE, CEO, Cicada Innovations 🗣 Meg Lovegrove, General Manager, AusAgritech Association 🗣 Danielle Morton, CEO and Founder, Zondii 🗣 Nick Austin FTSE, Non-Executive Director, Bill & Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations 🗣 Bill Mitchell, CEO and Founder, Optiweigh 🗣 Mat Goddard – CEO & Founder, Aquacultr Group 🗣 Dr Klara Verbyla – VP, Genetic Improvement, Centre for Aquaculture Technologies | Honorary Associate Professor, The Australian National University 🗣 Liam Maiden – Business Analyst, Costa Group 🗣 Sarah Nolet – Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Tenacious Ventures This event is brought to you in partnership with the AusAgritech and sponsored by the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Special thanks to our hosts, University of New England (AU) and Western Sydney University. 🔗 Discover more about our speakers and register today: https://lnkd.in/gsfpJFPN

Feel like a day at a McLaren Vale winery, discussing AgriTech and Food Systems? Then join me next Thursday March 6th, at _SOUTHSTART Pollinate 🐝 We'll be welcoming Emma Weston, Olympia Yarger and John Fargher back to Southstart to speak about their founder stories and reflect on their growth since they last joined us in 2021 🚀 Then we're going to shift to powering the farm, exploring the future of energy in Agriculture with Karin Stark, Jordy Kitschke and Patty Therrios Whilst you're in McLaren Vale you have to try the incredible food and wine, so the team at Llyod Brothers wines will be preparing a feast, together with a special wine tasting experience. We'll then focus on the future of food production, with Phil Morle exploring the potential for bio-manufacturing in the food system with Nicolas Castellazzi from Cauldron Ferm and Olympia Yarger from GOTERRA. In true Southstart tradition we'll then head to Chalk Hill Winery, to connect with participants from the other industry summits for more networking, wine and great South Australian food. This initiative has been organised by our team at the South Australian AgriTech meetup, in partnership with Southstart, AgriFutures Australia and the Australian Government Department of Agriculture and Water Resources Ticket sales end on Thursday so get your tickets on the link below - https://lnkd.in/gq_CVubG

We loved having Brooke Sauer from Boolah join us on stage to discuss implementing agritech on-farm and at trial sites as part of our Journey of the Producer session at AgriFutures evokeAG. This conversation explored the real-world challenges and opportunities farmers face when adopting new technologies—what works, what doesn’t, and how we can better support producers in trialing and integrating agritech solutions. A big thank you to all our speakers for sharing their experiences and helping drive the conversation forward! #Agritech #FarmingInnovation #TrialSites #EvokeAG #AusAgritech #InnovationToPractice

The future of agritech investment is all about collaboration! At our latest workshop, we tackled the big funding challenges facing Aussie agritech and how we unlock new capital streams. Key takeaways: - Self-funding isn’t a long-term strategy - VCs need to rethink agritech investment timelines - Alternative funding models are the way forward - Stronger industry networks = better funding outcomes Thank you to AgriFutures evokeAG for supporting our workshop session and thanks to Rob Hulme and Connie Bowen for hosting! #Agritech #Investment #Innovation #Collaboration #oysters&custard

That’s a wrap on AgriFutures evokeAG 2025! A huge thank you to the AgriFutures evokeAG team for an incredible event—what an amazing showcase of agrifood innovation! AusAgritech was proud to lead two dynamic sessions, sparking important conversations about investment in agritech and accessing trial sites for emerging tech. The engagement, insights, and connections made were invaluable for shaping the future of our sector. A special shoutout to our AusAgritech Committee — your show of force and dedication to advancing agritech in Australia is truly inspiring! #Oysters&Custard #Agritech #Innovation #EvokeAG #AusAgritech Tim Neale, Chris Wilkins, Britta Marsh, Michael Macolino, Pip Grant, Rob Hulme, Meg Lovegrove, Renee Farrow, Angela Wakeman

AgriFutures evokeAG Day 1 is in full swing, and AusAgritech is excited to be here! The day kicked off with "Tough Questions: You Ask, They Answer," we enjoyed Andrew Bate's analogy that R&D is like oysters and custard! Later, our "Journey with the Producer: Agritech Collaboration for Smarter Farms" session was a huge success, with engaging discussions on collaboration in tech development and the importance of validation. A huge thank you to Tim Neale, Grant Sims, Brooke Sauer, Daniela Carnovale, and Pip Grant for sharing their expertise! With more connections, innovation, and big ideas still to come, we’re looking forward to the rest of the event! #Agritech #Innovation #Collaboration #EvokeAG2025

evokeAG 2025 is just around the corner! Don't miss out on two days packed with innovation, networking, and insights in the world of agritech. The countdown is on, and if you haven't secured your tickets yet – now’s the time! Date: 17-19 February 2025 Location: Brisbane, Australia Grab your tickets here: https://loom.ly/uY33b_A #evokeAG2025 #AgTech #AgricultureInnovation #AusAgritech

Tassie Agritech Meetup! Innovate Ag Tas MeetUp: the bright and shiny future of agtech - Hear from leading agritech innovators, including startup founders and global experts, on how AI, robotics, and automation are shaping the future of agriculture. Speakers include Steve Mantle – innov8.ag, Matt Hoffman – Driscoll, Leon Power – Nanobubble Agritech, Fiona Turner – Bitwise Agronomy facilitated by Dr. Fiona Kerslake – Bitwise & Ag Logic When: 7am Thursday, 27 Feb 2025 Where: The Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania - Bruni Room Register here: https://loom.ly/tGlF3JM #AgTech #Innovation #Agriculture #AI #Automation #FutureOfFarming

*unofficial* evokeAG 2025 Afterparty! After two massive days at evokeAG 2025, it's time to unwind! Join AusAgritech & QLD Agtech Meetup for the unofficial afterparty – great chats, good company, and a well-earned beverage. Date: 6 pm Wednesday, 19 February 2025 Location: Southbank Beer Garden Tickets are limited: https://loom.ly/Kk2lkBM #evokeAG #AgTech #AusAgritech #ColdDebrief