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S8E98: Alberto Aguilar / Plantaform - Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Vertical Farm Through Fogponics

S8E98: Alberto Aguilar / Plantaform - Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Vertical Farm Through Fogponics

FromVertical Farming Podcast


S8E98: Alberto Aguilar / Plantaform - Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Vertical Farm Through Fogponics

FromVertical Farming Podcast

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Length:
60 minutes
Released:
Jun 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Use code VFP100 for $100 off on the Rejuvenate Indoor Garden and 3 pod packs for freeJoin Alberto Aguilar, CEO of Plantaform, as he provides a captivating and insightful perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly growing vertical farming industry. Discover the secrets to creating a successful product through constant innovation and adaptation, and explore the potential of sustainable agriculture. Aguilar's expertise extends to exciting developments like the world's first fogponic vertical farm, showcasing the forefront of industry advancements. Gain valuable insights not only on the future of sustainable agriculture but also on the importance of work-life balance for startup founders. If you're intrigued by the intersection of sustainability, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, this episode of the Vertical Farming Podcast is a must-listen.Thanks to Our SponsorsCultivatd – https://cultivatd.com/Indoor AgCon '22 - https://indoor.ag/Use promo code 'VFP' to receive 20% your registrationKey TakeawaysDiscover the secrets to creating a successful product in the rapidly growing vertical farming industry through constant innovation and adaptation.Uncover the challenges Plantaform faced, including over 100 iterations and determining optimal conditions for different cultivars.Explore the positive feedback and potential for vertical farming in the Middle East, where countries like the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia are competing to become leaders in the field.Learn about the groundbreaking construction of the world's first fogponic vertical farm in Quebec and its potential to produce thousands of vegetables per day.Gain insights into the importance of work-life balance for startup founders and how prioritizing self-care can help prevent burnout.Tap into Alberto’s serious and insightful perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly growing vertical farming industry.Get a glimpse into the future of sustainable agriculture and the exciting potential of vertical farming.Tweetable Quotes“I don't think it's ever a waste of time or a wasted opportunity, regardless of where it could be. We've made so many connections (at Indoor AgCon) that I was not expecting, and it's just about finding like minded people on the same floor right. That you never know what doors it can open up. So, honestly, the more trade shows we go to, I feel like the more opportunities rise.”“And it's super cool because rather than doing the outbound calls, we're getting a lot of inbound requests from restaurant owners saying that we've seen this in television, we've seen this in these restaurants. We want to have the exact same thing, and everyone want to spend more money on herbs. This is fantastic.”Resources MentionedAlberto's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-aguilar-a2138aa4/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantaform/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlantaformCAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantaformYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantaformWebsite:
Released:
Jun 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Vertical farming is a revolutionary approach to produce production leveraging controlled environment agriculture (CEA) technology and systems in innovative ways. It facilitates production of huge quantities of nutritious and quality fresh food without relying on favorable weather, high water usage, skilled labor, and high soil fertility. This ensures reliable yield and consistency in crop production year-round with climate control, and no effects of external environment factors such as diseases, pests, or predator attacks. Join Harry Duran, Host of the Apple-recommended Podcast Junkies and Founder of FullCast, as he explores the world of controlled-environment agriculture (CEA). Tune in every week for fascinating conversations with CEOs, Founders and luminaries from the exciting and fast-growing world of Vertical Farming. If you've been interested in the world of Indoor AgTech and want to hear inspiring stories from the innovators on the frontlines of this fast-moving industry, then this most definitely the show for you! Subscribe and learn more by visiting http://verticalfarmingpodcast.com/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy