Rooted In Tomorrow
We're a cooperative rooted in 100 years of forward-thinking. As a leading national podcast on rural issues, agricultural innovation, and the future of food systems, Land O'Lakes, Inc. is placing its owners, both farmers and local retailers, at the heart of creating a sustainable food future through rural communities and economic growth. Join host Kim Olson for stories, interviews, and insight - welcoming new guests on each monthly episode. Production copyright 2025 Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Rooted In Tomorrow
A bridge across the digital divide: Advancing AgTech and Farm Innovation. An alliance between Land O'Lakes and Microsoft
Agriculture is more high-tech than ever, with artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital tools transforming how farmers grow crops, raise livestock, and manage sustainable operations. To fully leverage these innovations and feed a growing global population, reliable rural broadband connectivity is critical.
In this episode of Rooted In Tomorrow, host Kim Olson sits down with Teddy Bekele, Chief Technology Officer at Land O’Lakes, Inc., and Ranveer Chandra, Chief Scientist of Microsoft Azure Global, to discuss their new strategic alliance. Together, they explore how Land O’Lakes and Microsoft are bridging the digital divide across the U.S, connecting farmers to cutting-edge technologies that enhance productivity, sustainability, and profitability.
Something Greater has changed its name to Rooted In Tomorrow. The podcast name change is effective April 2022. Subscribers will not need to resubscribe. Push alerts will remain for those who have subscribed through Apple Podcasts. Search for, "Rooted In Tomorrow" by Land O'Lakes, Inc. on all your podcast platforms.
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