Asia Tech Podcast
EP 290 - Tom Williams - Number 8 Bio - Agriculture Is the Foundation of All Civilization
Aug 15, 2023
Tom Williams, co-founder and CEO of Number 8 Bio, discusses topics such as the impact of agriculture on climate change, mechanization and automation in farming, addressing sustainability issues, and commercializing deep tech innovations in agriculture.
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- Agriculture is considered the foundation of civilization as it allowed humans to settle in one place and have a surplus of food, which led to the development of specialist roles and the expansion of civilization.
- While mechanization and technology have greatly improved farming practices, there is a growing need for sustainable solutions in agriculture due to the negative environmental impact caused by practices like fertilizer runoff and greenhouse gas emissions.
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The Significance of Number Eight in New Zealand Farming
Number eight wire mentality in New Zealand refers to the ability to fix anything on a farm using a piece of number eight fencing wire, demonstrating the innovative and versatile mindset of Kiwi farmers.
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