Simplicity and scale of agriculture

I’m up in Wisconsin for the long weekend and went out for a run this morning. We are surrounded by miles and miles that look just like this photo.

The agriculture industry is a surprisingly strong adopter of technology: seed technology companies, drone analytics for soil conditions, autonomous farming equipment, aerial and ground based sensors, climate-related insurance, and wholesale pricing platforms. Using that technology to streamline operations is almost table-stakes for farmers.

But stepping back, the simplicity, scale, and beauty of the agriculture industry is awe-inspiring. And we should continue to empower a more sustainable agriculture industry. A number of Energize companies serve the ag vertical and I suspect many digital solutions will continue to make a more positive impact for farmers, the goods they produce, and our more circular economy.