Paige Stanley of Colorado State University studies carbon in the soils and works with ranchers to heal their land.
Sustainable Agriculture
An Innovator in Pest Control Has Her Sights on Invasive Species
Pam Marrone’s startup, Invasive Species Corp., is developing biological ways to tackle non-native plants and animals. A potential blockbuster weed-killer is in the works.
Harvesting Amaranth, a Superfood of Indigenous Agriculture
The farming collective Qachuu Aloom shares ancestral knowledge of growing this ancient grain, a climate-resilient crop.
Her Startup Aims to Revolutionize Soil Health
In Kansas, Elizabeth Koziol has turned a fondness for fungus into a thriving business, MycoBloom.
A Seaweed Startup in Maine’s Chilly Waters
Atlantic Sea Farms works with lobstermen to farm kelp in the winter months. It’s a superfood that’s climate-friendly, too. Listen to our 10-minute podcast.
Seeking New Adventures, She Started a Coffee Farm in Hawaii
Joanie Wynn is the co-founder of Kona Earth, a single-estate coffee farm on the big island where they roast and ship their harvests to customers throughout the U.S.
In Vertical Farming, the Sky’s the Limit
Nona Yehia of Vertical Harvest went “tall” to grow lettuces and microgreens using greenhouse methods and optimizing natural light.
A Leader in Seaweed Talks Kelp, 2023’s Hottest Superfood
Briana Warner of Atlantic Sea Farms says consumers are digging umami-rich, nutrient-packed kelp – and it’s good for the planet, too.
Angelia Jolie Wants to Help Women Beekeepers
The actress, producer and humanitarian is investing in a program that recruits, trains and funds women beekeepers.
Ep 37: No More Pesticides
At a time when there are serious health concerns about the pesticides we spray on crops, Pam Marrone of Marrone Bio Innovations specializes in natural alternatives to toxic chemicals.
How A 6-Pack Of Beer Inspired This Beekeeper’s Sweet Invention
What happens when a beekeeper, a bike mechanic and beverages get together? Behold the Honey Cycle.
She’s Raised Over $200 Million In Venture Capital. A Rhinestone Cicada May Have Helped
Pam Marrone of Marrone Bio Innovations has a unique way to stand out. It’s a clever small business marketing strategy, too.
An Insect Lover Builds an $18 Million Natural Pest Control Company
After setbacks and scandal, Pamela Marrone of Marrone Bio Innovations is staging a comeback developing alternatives to dangerous pesticides.
This Minneapolis Beekeeper Is Building a Thriving Business
Kristy Allen is no hobbyist beekeeper. Her Beez Kneez has multiple sources of revenue, and a pedal-powered invention is up next.
An Indian Startup Takes ‘Ugly’ Farm Food To Market
Since 2013, DesiVDesi has sold low-cost solar dryers to farmers in India and beyond, reducing food waste and raising farmer incomes. Now, it aims to take those dried fruits and veggies to the masses, co-founder Nidhi Pant tells us.