Cultivate - An emerging technology in agriculture conference

Cultivate Conference brings together a diverse community of experts, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and growers to share their knowledge and experiences, and explore the exciting possibilities of technology in agriculture.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge solutions to real-world problems, connect with others in AgTech, and discover new opportunities to grow their businesses and drive innovation in this dynamic field. The Cultivate Conference is the must-attend event for anyone interested in the future of agriculture technology. Take a look at photos from last year's Cultivate Conference!

Goals of the Conference:

Highlight work being done in agriculture technology
Provide a space for growers to give AgTech feedback
Create connections between startups, growers, corporations, technologists, investors, and universities
Spotlight public-private partnership opportunities

What to Expect:

Networking Opportunities
The conference will be peppered with plenty of networking opportunities and we will create space for attendees to connect.
Relevant Content
Conference content will be woven in a narrative format to keep everyone engaged.
Hybrid
This event will be hybrid so participants can attend in-person or virtually.
Workshops
There will be workshops and meetings as part of Cultivate.

Topics:

Sustainability
AgTech Startups
Better Business Practices (Grower Profitability)
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Application in Agriculture

Audience:
Those involved in or interested in the agriculture technology industry, including growers, startups, corporations, ecosystem builders, government entities, research institutions, and investors.

Questions?

If you are interested in getting involved, email or call Andrew Jason (andrewj@grandfarm.com | 218-556-2922)
Media inquiries can be directed to Matt Wendel (mattw@grandfarm.com | 701-840-8769)

Promotional Materials
Our Cultivate Conference promo kit includes event graphics, information, and sample copy for social media. Download the promo kit here.

Cultivate Workshops - Session 1

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Applications in Agriculture - Located at NDSU Barry Hall - Louise S. Barry Auditorium 2nd Floor
At this workshop, Grand Farm will be exploring artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in agriculture. By bringing together industry experts and thought leaders, Grand Farm hopes to advance the conversation of the role artificial intelligence will play in collecting, analyzing, and operationalizing the massive amounts of data in agriculture, as well as accelerating new technologies in agriculture.
- Moderator: William Aderholdt - Grand Farm
- Riyaz Pishori - Microsoft
- Alina Piddubna - Intellias
- Lisa Esberger - Verdethos
- Seth Arndorfer - DCN
Growing North: How Partnering with Canada Builds Cross-Border Successes - Located at the Fargo Theatre

The Consulate General of Canada in Minneapolis and the North Dakota Trade Office will explore how AgTech companies and partners can enable business opportunities by unlocking new markets. This workshop - designed for growers, AgTech start-ups, and large manufacturers - will discuss the value of cross-border partnering, challenges with international trade, and talk about other important considerations as you expand internationally.
Grower Workshop - Direct Dialogue with Growers - Located at the Plains Art Museum
Growers are often the end users of technology in agriculture but if you ask most growers, they will tell you that they feel like they are not being listened to. Creating feedback loops between growers and technologists is crucially important. That’s why at this workshop, we invite you to connect and communicate directly with growers. We hope to bridge the gap between agriculture and technology by having conversations that are straightforward and meaningful.
- Moderator: Cory Oberlander - Agveris
- Sarah Lovas - Grower
- Daryl Rott - Grower
- Adam Spelhaug - Grower
EduConnect: Feeding the Minds (This workshop will run from 2-4 pm) - Located at the Prairie Den
Through this workshop, Grand Farm will seek to connect educators with professionals representing different careers in agriculture, science, and technology, and resources available in our region.
- Co-moderator: Katie Tyler - NDSU
- Co-moderator: Dr. Ruchi Joshi Bhardwaj - Grand Farm
- Zack Bateson - Genotyping Center
- David Cumbow - Palo Alto Networks
- Paulo Flores - NDSU
- Darla Lewandowski - Eden Grow Systems
- Garrett Maurer - Bobcat

Cultivate Workshops - Session 2

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Applications in Agriculture - Located at NDSU Barry Hall - Louise S. Barry Auditorium 2nd Floor
At this workshop, Grand Farm will be exploring artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in agriculture. By bringing together industry experts and thought leaders, Grand Farm hopes to advance the conversation of the role artificial intelligence will play in collecting, analyzing, and operationalizing the massive amounts of data in agriculture, as well as accelerating new technologies in agriculture.
- Moderator: William Aderholdt - Grand Farm
- Riyaz Pishori - Microsoft
- Alina Piddubna - Intellias
- Lisa Esberger - Verdethos
- Seth Arndorfer - DCN
Growing North: How Partnering with Canada Builds Cross-Border Successes - Located at the Fargo Theatre

The Consulate General of Canada in Minneapolis and the North Dakota Trade Office will explore how AgTech companies and partners can enable business opportunities by unlocking new markets. This workshop - designed for growers, AgTech start-ups, and large manufacturers - will discuss the value of cross-border partnering, challenges with international trade, and talk about other important considerations as you expand internationally.
Grower Workshop - Direct Dialogue with Growers - Located at the Plains Art Museum
Growers are often the end users of technology in agriculture but if you ask most growers, they will tell you that they feel like they are not being listened to. Creating feedback loops between growers and technologists is crucially important. That’s why at this workshop, we invite you to connect and communicate directly with growers. We hope to bridge the gap between agriculture and technology by having conversations that are straightforward and meaningful.
- Moderator: Cory Oberlander - Agveris
- Kyle Courtney - Farmer
- Kathi Luther - Farmer
- David Gorder - Farmer

2023 SCHEDULE

2023 SPEAKERS

Dr. William Aderoldt

Seth Arndorfer

Zach Bateson

Louis Brown

Christina Connelly

Michael Cully

Derrik Ellingson

Paulo Flores

Matt Erickson

Lisa Esberger

Vanessa Kummer

Darla Lewandowski

Sarah Lovas

Garrett Maurer

Febina Mathew

Meredith Mendola

Corey Oberlander

Jim O'Brien

Larry Page

Johnny Park

Alina Piddubna, PhD

Riyaz Pishori

Michael Place

Nick Reinke

Daryl Rott

Reed Sinner

Adam Spelhaug

Dr. Xin (Rex) Sun

Leah Thiele

Sergio Varela Cabello

Mark Vetter

Lindsey Warner

Dr. Karl Wyant

Kenneth Scott Zuckerberg

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