Our preference as consumers for farm fresh produce to be readily available, no matter the time of year, is a demand that's increasingly being fulfilled by the indoor farming market. These operations seem to be popping up in regions throughout North America and show signs of continued expansion in the years to come. What is fueling this growth? And how should agribusinesses respond and support them?

Blockchain in food traceability—a topic that’s rapidly growing in prominence with produce but moving more slowly with grain. Some industry heavyweights have announced significant investments in the technology, but is the industry even ready? What will it take to get there?

Traceability is a front-burner issue for all links along the chain due to regulatory mandates, technology advancements, and consumer pressures to know where food comes from—society is requiring it and technology is making it more possible to achieve. But questions remain—can row crops have the same level of tracking detail as produce, and is it even worth it to invest the capital? And who would…

Teaser: What’s even harder than hiring great talent? Keeping them once you have them. Workers today don’t want to be just another ID number. They want to be engaged, appreciated and have meaningful work that contributes to the bottom line. But keeping them engaged is especially difficult given the rate at which ag companies are undergoing major change. Is the employee experience a priority at your…

Bacteria isn’t a dirty word anymore—we’re welcoming these living organisms into our everyday lives for health and wellness, and now they’re becoming popular as way to keep pests away from crops in more socially acceptable way. Ag biologicals are creating quite a buzz in the industry as industry leaders and private investors are pumping more money into their research and development. And growers…

When it comes to searching for and hiring employees, the ag industry has its own set of circumstances that present unique challenges. Where is the best place to look? How do you compete with other companies vying for the same candidates? Why is it so hard to find qualified candidates that really fit your culture? If you struggle with similar issues, it might be time to change up your approach.