TED Talks Daily Big data, small farms and a tale of two tomatoes | Erin Baumgartner
Aug 20, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Erin Baumgartner, an entrepreneur and big data expert, shares her vision for transforming the food system. She emphasizes how data can combat food waste and uplift the quality of local produce over mass-farmed items. Erin explores innovative strategies like subscription models to better support farmers' markets. Additionally, she bravely recounts a personal health crisis that brings to light the challenges of equitable healthcare and the urgent need for health empowerment for all.
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Trash Track Project
- Erin Baumgartner's Trash Track project used sensors in trash to visualize Seattle's waste system.
- The project revealed inefficiencies, highlighting data's power to expose hidden problems.
Sewage Analysis
- Baumgartner discussed a project involving robots sampling sewage to study opioid consumption.
- This data helps cities understand usage patterns and allocate resources effectively.
Profit-Driven Food System
- The current national food system prioritizes corporate profit over nutrition and sustainability.
- This leads to health issues, farm closures, and massive food waste.