Agriculture faces continuously increasing demand pressures stemming from population growth, the westernization of global diets, and the popularization of biofuels. At the same time, the supply side is stressed by the availability and cost of natural resource inputs like arable land, fresh water, and fossil fuels.
But demand for sustainably-produced food and agricultural products is surging globally. At Agriculture 2.0, thought leaders on the cutting edge of agriculture's future will discuss the most promising ideas and companies from around the world.
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NewSeed™ Advisors identifies, nurtures and invests in companies that make agriculture more sustainable. Sustainable agriculture has attractive economics, marketable innovations and talented professionals, but it needs mainstream support, sophisticated financial execution, and access to capital. NewSeed™ Advisors is committed to growing companies that improve food quality and take better care of the earth. Click for more info on NewSeed™ Advisors philosophy and services.
“SILICON VALLEY’S apricot and cherry orchards disappeared decades ago, replaced by semiconductor plants and office parks populated by technologists. Now some of the Valley’s most prominent venture capitalists are looking to the region’s roots for what could be the next new thing in an old business: agriculture.
” – The New York Times, Click to read more NewSeed Advisors in the news
Our next conference, Agriculture 2.0™ Global Markets, will be in New York City on September 14th, 2010. See the Agriculture 2.0™ website to register.
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