S2E19: Nate Storey - Long-Distance Supply Chains, Accessing Capital & Doing Meaningful Work through Vertical Farming
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Episode Summary
Join Harry Duran, host of Vertical Farming Podcast, as he welcomes to the show co-founder and Chief Science Officer (CSO) of Plenty, Nate Storey. Plenty is on a mission to bring fresh, local produce to communities everywhere in a way that’s better for the environment. In this episode, Harry and Nate discuss Plenty’s local field-scale indoor farms, the importance of having supportive infrastructure for vertical farming and the work Nate is doing at Plenty to promote social responsibility and better food for all.
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Key Takeaways
- 03:22 – Harry welcomes to the show Nate Storey, who shares his thoughts on the impact of COVID-19, what piqued his interest in vertical farming and what inspired him to start his first business, Bright Agrotech
- 12:18 – Nate speaks to mentors who have influenced his career, lessons he’s learned and why vertical farming is truly his calling
- 16:19 – Nate tells the story of how he met fellow Plenty co-founder, Matt Barnard as well as common misconceptions towards indoor agriculture
- 21:18 – How Plenty’s mission has evolved and innovated throughout the years
- 24:20 – The importance of having a supporting infrastructure for vertical farming
- 27:59 – How Plenty decides on where to locate its farms and where they are focusing their growth
- 34:13 – Nate discusses the work Plenty is doing to advance social responsibility
- 38:43 – Nate expounds on his roles and responsibilities as Chief Science Officer
- 42:54 – Harry and Nate discuss the unique technologies that Plenty utilizes
- 49:33 – A tough question Nate has had to ask himself lately and a hobby that keeps Nate busy
- 53:00 – Harry thanks Nate for joining the show and let’s listeners know where they can learn more about Plenty
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