Ag101 opens doors for tech developers
Agri-TechE Agri-TechE ’s Ag101 is a one-day event designed for professionals eager to explore the agricultural industry and its market potential.
Modern farming presents more opportunities for the latest technology than many outside the industry might realise. It is rapidly evolving into a sector that integrates AI, sensors, robotics, data analytics, and other technologies to enhance the sustainability and profitability of food production.
The Ag101 event provides a unique opportunity for researchers, technologists, and business leaders outside of agriculture to explore how their innovations can be applied in agri-tech. Hosted by Agri-TechE , a not-for-profit member organisation, the event takes place on May 22nd in Cambridge.
“Ag101 is an introduction to agriculture and horticulture for anyone new to the industry, considering tapping into this market or looking to expand their understanding,” says Laura Bouvet, Knowledge Exchange Manager, Agri-TechE .
“We’ll take you through who to engage with, how decisions are made, and the intricacies of the supply chain to help attendees get the most from our dynamic industry.”
Speakers from Defra and Innovate UK will present a policy and funding overview, and sharing their latest plans for agri-tech adoption. Farmers will then share their farming experiences, including how they approach decision-making and their challenges. They will explain how technology helps them solve their real-world problems and their method for developing and adopting new solutions.
Experts from high-profile farming firms and consultancies will discuss the broader agricultural ecosystem advising and supplying farmers, farming regulations and the food supply chain. This final topic will be covered by Veryan Bliss from Food Intelligence.
“I love speaking at events like Ag101 because they connect people with ideas and opportunities,” she says.
“The fresh produce industry is one of the most dynamic in the world—short-life products, global supply chains, micro-margins—it’s complex, but that’s what makes it so exciting.”
Dr Bouvet says many attendees benefit from networking with other professionals outside the main presentation programme, which is one of the main reasons Dr Bernhard Strauss, Director of Research at Camrosh, comes to Ag101.
“I have attended Ag101 a couple of times, and it always gives a good introduction to some of the latest technologies with good showcase examples of how they can help improve farming practices and address challenges,” explains Dr Strauss.
“It is always attended by an excellent mix of stakeholders across the agri-tech space, which gives a great opportunity for stimulating discussions and making new contacts.
“As a technology strategy consultancy, Ag101 is an event where we can check on the pulse of the industry, the latest technology trends and real-world applications in the farming and food production sectors where some of our clients are.”
Ag101 takes place at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, on May 22nd – for more information or to book tickets.
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