The Power & Potential of CEA with Michael Koziol - Grounded Podcast - Episode # 010

Welcome to the newest episode of Grounded! Please welcome our guest, Michael Koziol, Chief Strategy Officer, CMO, and Advisor at AmplifiedAg, Inc. Michael engages with Lauren Mitchell as they delve into navigating through supply chains and the ever-evolving tapestry of the food industry. Michael shares insights into the world of horizontal greenhouses and vertical farms. Don't miss out on the extraordinary wisdom Michael has to offer!

Takeaways:

• Michael understands maintaining a constant grasp of supply chains and the ever-evolving landscape of the food industry. People who delved into vertical farming half a decade ago now find themselves undergoing a profound metamorphosis. With technology continuing to advance the landscape, economic patterns undergo a transformative shift. This factor underscores the pressing demand for solutions.
• Indoor Farming and Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) releases the cultivation process from numerous environmental factors. AmplifiedAg strategically employs two primary indoor farming methods—horizontal greenhouses and vertical farms. Horizontal farming creates a land-efficient alternative to traditional farming, while Vertical Farming leverages vertical growth under artificial illumination as a central tenet.
• At AmplifiedAg, they are committed to environmental sustainability, with a key emphasis on localization. Michael's mission is to strategically position agricultural production within the supply chain, optimizing distribution points and minimizing distant growing sectors. This approach has led to reduced food transportation distances, enhanced produce quality, streamlined handling processes, and an elevation of agriculture's value.
• Michael anticipates a growing emphasis on localization and elevating agriculture's value chain in the future. AmplifiedAg's technology has been chosen by the United States Department of Agriculture for comprehensive research on indoor farming, signifying it as a global leader in pioneering advanced crop studies over the past two years.
• Michael believes that the validity of all concerns and views open discussion as a constructive means of sharing insights. He speaks about the significance of comprehending the intricacies of growing units and the operational process. This collective understanding serves as a foundation for fostering a company culture centered on delivering a comprehensive, seamlessly integrated, and turnkey solution.

Quote of the Show:

• “We are passionate and committed to being good stewards of the environment.” - Michael Koziol

Links:

• Michael Koziol’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkoziol/ 
• AmplifiedAg, Inc.’s Website: https://amplifiedaginc.com/ 
• RSC Advisors’s Website: https://www.vpfgroup.com/team/grandville/ 
• KEH Camera’s Website: https://www.keh.com/ 
• D Cubed Group LLC’s Website: https://dcubedgroup.com/ 
• Michael Koziol’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikoziol 

Ways to Tune In:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2I7EoKaVff3SnW3CoIXjJ6
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