Episodes
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In this special World Food Day episode of the Roots to Food podcast, we explore critical issues surrounding global food security and sustainable agriculture. Featuring expert guests, Ambassador Mark Green, President and CEO, The Wilson Center and Katherine (Katie) Meighan, Chief Legal and Governance Officer; Associate Vice-President External Relations Department Ai, IFAD - United Nations.
The episode dives into how we can address food insecurity, climate change, and economic challenges through innovative approaches in the agricultural sector.
The conversation touches on how to close the growing food gap in developing countries, emphasizing the need for better access to nutritious food. The guests also discuss the impact of climate change on food systems and share practical, climate-smart solutions that help farmers adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
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Welcome to another episode of the Root to Foods podcast!. The session, titled “Scaling Agribusiness Ventures: Opportunities and Challenges in Taking African Agriculture to the Next Level,” explored the vast potential and significant hurdles involved in expanding African agribusiness. As Africa looks to transform its agricultural sector, scaling up operations and integrating advanced technologies are critical. The session, featuring a panel of experts including Dr. Mima Nedelcovych, Chairman of AfricaGlobal Schaffer, Hon. Mr. Matthew Miller, Director of Agribusiness Investments at U.S. DFC, Eren K., Chief Investment Officer at the African Development Bank Group, Mrs. Colleen Zamba, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Republic of Malawi. Dele Odufuye, Vice President and Country Director at Cavista Holdings, and Mr. Ovidiu Bujorean, Sr. Director of Investments, Innovative Finance at ACDI/AV-Ventures.
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Welcome to another episode of the Root to Foods podcast!. In this episode, we’ll delve into "From Food Insecurity to Thriving Agribusinesses – The Case for a U.S.-Africa Strategic Agribusiness Partnership." As we confront the pressing challenges of food insecurity and agricultural instability, it becomes increasingly clear that forging strategic partnerships between the U.S. and Africa could be a game-changer. We examined how these collaborations can not only address the immediate needs of food security but also build resilient agribusinesses that drive sustainable growth.
Join us as we uncovered the potential for transformative change, discuss successful case studies, and envision a future where strategic partnerships pave the way for thriving agribusinesses and food security across the globe.
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Welcome to another episode of the RootsToFoods podcast.
In this episode, we delve into the technologies, tools, and services designed specifically to empower women farmers and entrepreneurs. Our discussion will highlight how these innovations improve women’s access to crucial resources like information, finance, market opportunities, and enhance their roles in decision-making processes. From mobile apps that democratize market data to platforms that facilitate micro-loans, we're unveiling the women who are making a real difference.
We’re also showcasing several case studies of successful women-focused agritech projects. These stories not only illustrate the positive impacts on women's empowerment but also demonstrate how these innovations support climate-smart agriculture practices, ensuring sustainability and resilience in farming communities.
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Welcome to Roots to Foods. In today’s episode, "Scaling Up AgriTech Ventures Across The Africa Continent, we have an extraordinary guest today: ChatGPT from OpenAI. With its vast knowledge and insightful analysis, ChatGPT will help us understand the current landscape of AgriTech ventures in Africa, the opportunities for scaling up, and the challenges that lie ahead.
Join us as we uncover the innovative solutions and inspiring stories at the intersection of agriculture and technology on the African continent.
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Join us on our this episode as we dive deep into the heart of agricultural innovation with Ayodeji Arikawe, the visionary CEO of Thrive Agric. Together, we explored the challenges, triumphs, and groundbreaking strategies behind scaling up AgTech ventures across the African continent. Discover how technology and agriculture converge to create sustainable solutions for food security, economic growth, and how Thrive Agric is leading the charge. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the RootsToFoods Podcast. Tune in to gain valuable insights into transforming challenges into opportunities in the AgTech landscape.
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In this enlightening episode of Rootstofoods, we delve into the dynamic world of scaling ventures within Africa and extend our vision to global markets. Our host Ovidiu Bujorean is joined by a panel of distinguished entrepreneurs and investors who have successfully navigated the complex terrain of expanding businesses from local startups to international powerhouses. Together, they unpack the unique challenges and opportunities faced by ventures in Africa aiming for global reach. Listen as they share invaluable insights on leveraging local strengths, navigating regulatory environments, and harnessing technology for cross-border expansion.
Tune in to discover the strategies that have propelled African ventures onto the world stage and how they're shaping the future of global business.
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Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Roots to Foods Podcast!
In this episode, we're exploring the cutting-edge world of "Precision Agriculture" and for this deep dive, we have a very special guest – not your usual industry expert, but an AI: ChatGPT from OpenAI! As we leap in AI technology, ChatGPT is here to give us an insightful perspective on how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing agriculture. We'll discuss how precision agriculture is not just a buzzword but a transformative approach to farming, optimizing resources, and boosting yields while minimizing environmental impact.
Tune in to this episode of Roots to Foods for an enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between traditional farming and futuristic agriculture. Remember to subscribe to our podcast, leave a review, and share with your friends and colleagues who are passionate about the future of agriculture.
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Dive deep into the future of African agriculture with RootsToFoods podcast's latest episode on Precision Agriculture!
Join our host Ovidiu Bujorean and esteemed guests for an insightful conversation featuring:
Brian Bosire, CEO of UjuziKilimo: Uncover the cutting-edge technologies transforming agricultural practices in Africa. LinkedInPaul E. Schickler, Former President of DuPont Pioneer: Gain insights from a pioneer in the agricultural industry on the role of precision techniques in shaping the future of farming. LinkedInPlacidius Castus Rwechungura, CEO of Agripoa Company Limited: Explore the practical applications of Precision Agriculture in fostering sustainable farming practices. LinkedIn.Ed Surber, CEO of Edete US Corp: Learn about innovative solutions that are revolutionizing pollination practices to enhance crop yields. LinkedIn.Discover how these experts are driving positive change in African agriculture. Subscribe, share, and tune in to the RootsToFoods podcast to unlock the secrets of Precision Agriculture. Let's cultivate a brighter future together! #RootsToFoods #PrecisionAg #AgTechRevolution
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Our first episode, Breaking Ground on Enhancing Innovative Financing in Agriculture, has been developed on the foundation of a substantive panel conversation that took place during the 2023 US-Africa Business Summit and that was organized by the Corporate Council of Africa.
Our expert panel, led by the Moderator Amadou Mahtar Ba, who serves as the Executive Chairman of AllAfrica, brings together a diverse group of individuals deeply invested in reshaping the financial landscape of agriculture on the African continent.
Meet our distinguished guests:
Ambassador John Simon:
Co-Founder of Total Impact Capital
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Frannie Leautier:
Partner and CEO of SouthBridge Investment
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Ovidiu Bujorean:
Technical Director of Partnerships & Investments AV-Ventures
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Aline Varre:
Director of Strategic Engagement at NDPI Foundation
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Ms. Efe Braimah:
Managing Director and Head of Nigeria Advisory
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Welcome to RootsToFoods, the podcast where we dig deep into the world of agriculture, technology, and climate adaptation. I'm your host, Ovidiu Bujoran, technical director for partnerships and investments with AV Ventures, the impact investing arm of ACDI VOCA, a 60-year-old nonprofit US-based organization, and the global leader in market systems development. I designed the Roots to Food podcast series because I deeply believe in the power of entrepreneurship to solve serious societal problems such as food security, food resilience, and access to economic opportunity.
