The Future of AgTech: Balaji Vasudevan Discusses Innovation and Challenges in the Industry

Building Biotechs

This week, we chatted with Balaji Vasudevan, Agrobioscience Chief Scientist at UM6P Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on supporting and investing in innovative startups, particularly those in sustainable development, digital transformation, biotechnology, and advanced materials. With over twenty years of experience in the AgTech and Agri-FoodTech industry, Balaji has made significant strides in various sectors, including startups, venture capital firms, consulting, and academic institutions.

Topics we Discuss:

• The current challenges and opportunities in AgTech and Agri-FoodTech
• The importance of sustainable agriculture
• The potential impact of new technologies on global food production
• And more!

09:11 - 15:33 - Current Challenges and Opportunities

16:36 - 18:39 - The Importance of Sustainability

25:41 - 32:32 - The Role of Synthetic Biology in AgTech

• Get Balaji's favorite book: The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers, and Ranchers Are Tending the Soil to Reverse Global Warming
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