Learning Outcome 3

Ayleen Aldrete

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AgriVision BioTech

Companies Involved In Vegetable Biotechnology

the most important of the 10 that were selected:

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• Bayer Crop Science

• Syngenta Group

• Corteva Agriscience

• Monsanto (Acquired by Bayer)

• Beijing Dabeinong Technology Group

10 Things Big Companies Could Do

• Reduce carbon emissions.
• Develop sustainable agriculture technologies.
• Promote biodiversity in farming practices.
• Use renewable energy for operations.
• Invest in local communities and education programs.
• Minimize water usage and improve irrigation systems.
• Reduce food waste through better supply chains.
• Increase access to nutritious foods globally.
• Partner with small-scale farmers for equitable growth.
• Commit to transparency in research and development.

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To develop a plan for a biotechnology company focused on sustainable agriculture, I propose the following five impactful actions:

Positive Impacts

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Positive Impacts of These Actions

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Implementation Example: "AgriVision BioTech"

As CEO of "AgriVision BioTech"

• Collaborate with AI firms to tailor precision tools for diverse crops.
• Establish grants for farmers transitioning to regenerative practices.
• Build urban vertical farms in collaboration with municipalities.

By focusing on innovations such as climate-resilient crops, precision agriculture, and sustainable inputs, we can address pressing global challenges such as food security, environmental degradation, and climate change. With collaboration across industries and communities, these solutions can create a profound and lasting impact, ensuring a greener and more resilient world for generations to come

Conclusion

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the 5 most important:

• Develop sustainable agriculture technologies
• Promote biodiversity in farming practices
• Minimize water usage and improve irrigation systems
• Reduce food waste through better supply chains
• Increase access to nutritious foods globally

Work with farmers to implement practices like cover cropping, reduced tillage, and crop rotation. These methods can improve soil health, enhance carbon sequestration, and decrease reliance on chemical inputs, making farming more sustainable.

Promote Regenerative Agriculture

https://www.sustainableagriculture.eco/post/the-role-of-precision-agriculture-in-sustainable-farming-practices

Engineer crops that can withstand extreme weather, droughts, or floods, reducing the impact of climate change on agriculture. Climate-resilient crops could stabilize food supplies, particularly in vulnerable regions, and improve farmer incomes.

Develop Climate-Resilient Crops

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2022/03/how-technology-can-help-address-challenges-in-agriculture/

Provide tools and data-driven solutions, such as AI for crop monitoring and irrigation management, to optimize water and fertilizer use, which could reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Introduce Precision Farming Technologies

Collaborate with urban communities to develop vertical farms. This method uses less land and water while enabling local food production, reducing food miles and enhancing food security.

Invest in Vertical Farming Systems

https://usfarmersandranchers.org/stories/sustainable-food-production/5-tools-and-technologies-that-drive-sustainable-agriculture/

Focus on biopesticides and organic fertilizers to lower environmental impact, protecting biodiversity while maintaining crop yields.

Advance Sustainable Pesticides and Fertilizers

Climate-resilient crops and precision farming can ensure reliable food supplies, particularly in areas with erratic weather conditions

Food Security

Regenerative agriculture and sustainable inputs significantly reduce emissions and improve soil biodiversity, benefiting ecosystems

Environmental Benefits

Supporting farmers with advanced technologies enhances productivity, boosting incomes and reducing poverty in agricultural regions

Economic Growth

Vertical farms can address urban food deserts and promote local, fresh food access

Urban Sustainability

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