The panel consisted of Reid, Mark S. Brooks, Ronald Meeusen, and Nathan Pumplin, who contributed perspectives on AgTech, drawing on their experiences in venture capital, research, industry, and start-up leadership. Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman attended and shared remarks as a call to action to prioritize agricultural resilience. Representative Jim Baird (IN-4) delivered comments at the event, emphasizing his commitment to agricultural research and innovation. Representative Frank Lucas (OK-3) highlighted the importance of technological advancements in agriculture.
Discussions at the event underscored the importance of cross-sector collaboration in advancing the U.S. AgTech sector.
Grainger Engineering Affiliations
John Reid is an Illinois Grainger Engineering professor of computer science, electrical and computer engineering, and ag & bioengineering, and executive director in the Center for Digital Agriculture.