Digital Ag Global

Join Digital Ag Global hosts Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk for a live conversation with Cory Willness, CEO and Co-Founder of Croptimistic Technology Inc. Topic: Beneath the Surface: How SWAT Maps Define Field Variability Croptimistic is known for its proprietary SWAT MAPS (Soil, Water And Topography Maps), which integrate multiple layers of soil data into a single foundation zone map used for s...

Digital Ag Global: Smart Algorithms in AgTech — Building Forecasting & Intelligence Solutions Artificial intelligence in agriculture is evolving far beyond dashboards and marketing buzzwords. In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we explore what it really takes to build forecasting and intelligence systems that can support real agricultural decisions — from yield forecasting and nitrogen effic...

What is computer vision in agriculture, and what are its practical applications? We are talking about the real use cases for farmers, real challenges, and solutions on the market. The most pressing and inconvenient topics you need to know to apply computer vision with the most benefits. 🎤 Meet the speakers: 🔹 Clyde Graham Ag Consultant based in Ottawa, Qaltivate’s local partner in Canada and co-...

🔴 In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we explore how financial innovation can unlock growth across the agri-food value chain. 🎙️ Our guest speaker Oluwadara (Dara) Adekunle, Founder of Farmties Capital Limited Dara Adekunle is a development finance professional with over 10 years of experience across agribusiness, renewable energy, and investment development. She is the founder of Farmties Capi...

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we’re talking about commodities in the agri-food value chain with Dmitry Mykhalchuk, Partner at GrainTrack. Commodities sit at the center of how modern agri-food markets work — from farm gate to processors, traders, and global buyers. But behind the headlines about prices and markets, there is a much more practical layer: data, logistics, contracts, risk manag...

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we explore how machine learning and AI are changing the landscape of food logistics — from forecasting demand to improving decision-making across the supply chain. Our hosts are joined by Jan-Willem Snoeker, Founder & CEO of Merqato, a company applying AI and data science to the fruit and vegetable industry. The conversation looks at how food demand foreca...

🎄 Happy Holidays from Digital Ag Global | Agriculture Podcast Year in Review 🌍As the year comes to a close, the hosts of Digital Ag Global — Yurii Kovalchuk and Clyde Graham — take a moment to reflect on the biggest conversations, insights, and lessons from the world of digital agriculture. In this special holiday edition of our agriculture podcast, we look back at a year shaped by innovation, A...

The November episode of the Digital Ag Global podcast will cover farm management. Topic: From Farm Management to Farm Intelligence: The New Competitive Edge Our guest: Guy Sela, CEO of yieldsApp and owner of Cropaia, is a seasoned agtech entrepreneur with over 24 years of experience transforming the global agriculture industry. With deep expertise in agronomy, water treatment, and business develop...

The agricultural technology sector is innovating at record speed — from SaaS platforms and precision hardware to biological inputs and digital advisory tools. Yet, one question remains universal for every AgTech startup, scale-up, and investor: what is a go-to-market strategy that actually works in this industry? In this episode of Digital Ag Global, we dive deep into the go-to-market strategy fra...

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, Yurii and Clyde sit down with Andrew Bawden from farms.com to trace the journey of agricultural media, from its earliest steps online to the farmer-first innovations shaping the industry today. Listeners will hear how a single platform once changed the way farmers connected, how ag podcasts became a trusted voice in the field, and which technologies might actu...

What happens when cutting-edge artificial intelligence steps into the apple orchard? In this episode of Digital Ag Global, co-hosts Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk sit down with Dr. Maryna Kuzmenko, an AgTech innovator with nearly a decade of experience applying AI to real-world farming challenges. From predictive yield models to drone-powered disease detection, Maryna shares how deep learning an...

What does it really take to launch, lead, and scale a successful AgTech company in today’s market? In this episode of Digital Ag Global Spotlight, hosts Yurii Kovalchuk (CEO at Qaltivate) and Clyde Graham from Keystown Solutions are joined by Remi Schmaltz, a serial AgTech founder, CEO of Brilliant Harvest, and General Partner at Koan Capital. Together, they unpack the founder mindset—what drives...

In this episode of Digital Ag Global, hosts Clyde and Yurii take a hard look at what sets successful AgTech startups apart in today’s evolving landscape. With guest Susanne Cork, Director of Ottawa Innovation Farm, the conversation dives into key insights from the field: Common startup missteps in the AgTech space Why farmer engagement and usability matter more than flashy features The go-to-marke...

🔥 What’s hot and what’s not in AgTech? In our latest Digital Ag Global episode, we break down the trends, the hype, and the hard truths shaping agriculture technology in 2025.🎙️ Hosted by Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk from Qaltivate , joined by guest expert Jack Ellis from Cleantech Group — we dive into:🌱 What’s gaining traction: from carbon tracking to precision livestock ❄️ What’s cooling o...

Digital Ag Global – Episode 9, From Skepticism to Scale: Unlocking AgTech AdoptionJoin us for Episode 9 of Digital Ag Global, where we unpack the human side of AgTech adoption—from trust-building and onboarding to go-to-market strategy and long-term impact.🎤 Featuring: 🔹 Raphael Jung – CEO & Co-founder of Sproot, a Swiss AgTech startup empowering outgrower networks in AfricaHosted by Clyde G...

s AI in agriculture living up to its promises, or is it just another tech trend? Join us for an insightful discussion, as we dive into the real impact of AI on farming—what’s working, what’s just hype, and where the real ROI lies. 🗣️ Hosted by: 🎙️ Clyde Graham – AgTech expert and industry strategist from Keystown Solutions 🎙️ Yurii Kovalchuk – CEO of Qaltivate, driving innovation in digital agricu...

We’ve taken you to smart farms in Nebraska, explored cutting-edge innovations in Canada—and now we’re heading to Africa, where AgTech is transforming the future of farming. 🚜🌱In this episode, we’ll uncover how technology is reshaping agriculture across the continent, from mobile-powered mechanization to solar irrigation and improved market access. Join us for a deep dive into the unique challeng...

🎙 Join our hosts, Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk, as they dive into the challenges and opportunities of innovation in agriculture with leaders from Canada and the U.S.:🌟 Scott Ross – Executive Director of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture🌟 Brandon Hunnicutt – Partner at HUNNICUTT FARMS🗣 These industry experts will explore:✅ How farmers perceive new AgTech solutions✅ Bridging the gap bet...

We’re thrilled to introduce our new feature on Digital Ag Global: Digital Ag Global Spotlight, where we interview C-level executives who are driving the digital transformation of the agri-food value chain. This festive episode features a remarkable guest, Matt Wampler, CEO of ClearCOGS, in conversation with our hosts, Yurii Kovalchuk and Clyde Graham. Together, they explore digital solutions for o...

Join hosts Clyde Graham and Yurii Kovalchuk as they delve into the dynamic world of AgTech investments with special guests Chris Rawley, CEO of Harvest Returns, and Ben Williamson, Managing Director at Grit Road Partners. This episode explores the challenges early-stage AgTech startups face in securing funding, what investors prioritize in today’s market, and how startups can stand out to capture...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into Animal Tech and exploring how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the livestock and meat industries. Meet our esteemed guests: Dr. Shari van de Pol, CEO of CATTLEytics Sebastian Victorica, CEO and Co-Founder of UBIMeat Our hosts, Clyde Graham, an experienced agri-business consultant from Keystown Solutions Inc., and Yurii Kovalchuk, CEO of Qaltivat...

In this episode, we have discussions with experts who have hands-on experience in smart farm technologies and work directly in the agriculture industry. Our guests share their knowledge, experiences, and practical insights on how these technologies are being applied today and the opportunities ahead in AgTech for 2025. Listeners have a unique opportunity to ask questions and engage with our expert...

Welcome to Digital Ag Global - your go-to podcast for all things AgTech! We are thrilled to introduce our brand-new podcast series, Digital Ag Global, where we talk about the ever-evolving world of AgTech! This podcast is designed for everyone passionate about the digital transformation in agriculture. The speakers and guests of this episode are: ⁠Clyde Graham⁠ , an agri-business consultant from K...