Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp

Why does our organization matter? Emily E. Buckman, ADT Board President, shares her thoughts in this brief video clip. Hint - the digitization of agriculture means protecting #AgData matters!

What happens when you take away all the cows? I’m thrilled to share the official trailer for World Without Cows, a groundbreaking documentary that takes viewers on a global journey to explore the role of cattle in our world. Through science and storytelling, our talented filmmakers Michelle Michael and Brandon Whitworth examine the cultural, social, and environmental impact of cattle. I couldn’t be prouder of their impeccable work and the team that brought this important story to life. The impact? This film goes far beyond its runtime. It's starting crucial conversations, grounded in science and broad in nature, exploring all elements of cows’ impact — cultural, social, economic, nutritional, and environmental. Where can you see the film: ?? Film festival debut in Lexington, Kentucky this weekend at the Twelve Lions Film Festival. (September 28) https://lnkd.in/g3QNwwPk ??: Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB) Conference in Punta del Este, Uruguay, on September 30: https://lnkd.in/ghHtiZk5 Don’t wait for this to hit a screen near you — start making an impact now: Request a screening, get updates, and explore our supplemental content here: worldwithoutcows.com

We’re looking for an Executive Director to lead Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp’s operations, aimed at cultivating a flourishing innovation ecosystem for entrepreneurs and startups within Kentucky’s #agtech sector. Does this sound like you? Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by October 13, 2024. Learn more about the role here: https://lnkd.in/gbubenhd

We’re #hiring a new Executive Director in Lexington, Kentucky. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Glad to celebrate Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp’s 2024 Challenge Grant awards with McBrayer PLLC teammate Bob Helton recently. It’s been exciting for our #economicdevelopment practice group to support this impactful work for our regional agritech industry!

Congratulations to Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp, Executive Director Bob Helton, and the seven ag tech grant recipients. Incredible companies that will positively impact agriculture in Kentucky.? President/CEO of GOEDC Claude Bacon attended the grant recipient ceremony which was held in Lexington on August 13th, 2024. Pictured: Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp Executive Director Bob Helton and President/CEO of GOEDC Claude Bacon. Read more about the grant recipients at the link below -> https://lnkd.in/eKd2_U3i

It was an honor to host the Jiujiang (China) delegation at the KY State Fair. Sharing cultures and best practices through the Sister Cities program makes us all better.

"Why not Kentucky?" That simple question, planted by my father many years ago, has grown into a flourishing vision for the future of ag-tech. As a founder of a Kentucky startup, he knew the answer well. In the past, it meant that he found this to be fertile ground for growth, or as he put it, “I liked the way they did business.” Today, it's our responsibility to light the path for startups, just as he lit the road for us. The past few weeks in Kentucky have been a whirlwind of celebration. We kicked off August with the “Lyons Family Holiday” — the birthdays of both my father and sister, Aoife — and our annual #MakeADifferenceDay, marked by the limited release of our award-winning Town Branch Rye Whiskey. Before I headed to Brazil this week, we reached a significant milestone for the Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp: the announcement of our first seven challenge grant winners — the fruit of the seeds my father planted years ago. Agriculture exists to produce our food, but it is our belief that its role is not limited to simply that; it's about preserving our planet. Funding innovative ag-tech entrepreneurs is key to this mission and to transforming Kentucky into the agricultural technology capital of the United States, just as my father, Dr. Pearse Lyons, envisioned. As my father often demonstrated through his actions and words, the 80+ applicants for this program have shown they are ready and eager to "seize the opportunity with speed." These first seven challenge grant winners will help Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp foster an innovation ecosystem in Kentucky, paving the way for technologies that will shape both our traditional agriculture sectors and the emerging industries of the future. By all accounts, all seven of them were absolute standout companies, even compared to those we have seen over the more than seven years we have run our international program, the Pearse Lyons Cultivator. (https://lnkd.in/g2tpeGWM) The winning companies are: - HempWood?: www.hempwood.com - Iristrac: www.iristrac.com - Lepidext Inc.: www.lepidext.com - Parasight Systems Inc.: www.parasightsystem.com - RedLeaf Biologics, Inc.: www.redleafbiologics.com - Spirited Biomaterials: www.spiritedbio.com - Sunflower Fuels: www.sunflowerfuels.com Thank you to our valued partners, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG), Kentucky Department of Agriculture, and the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, for joining us in this mission to make #Kentucky the agricultural technology capital of the United States. Learn more about this tremendous program here: https://lnkd.in/gPpWPnCi #AgTech #PlanetofPlenty #AlltechONE #Sustainability

We are proud to announce the selection of our first seven challenge grant winners! Launched in 2022, Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp is a collaboration between the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG); the Kentucky Department of Agriculture; the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment; and Alltech. Together, we share a common goal: transforming Kentucky into the agricultural technology capital of the United States. These innovative startups are advancing our mission to cultivate new agri-food and agri-business companies, boost our economy, and create a more affordable, nutritious and environmentally sustainable food future for Kentucky and beyond. Meet the winners: https://lnkd.in/gZKRaq5f

We are proud to announce the selection of our first seven challenge grant winners! Launched in 2022, Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp is a collaboration between the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG); the Kentucky Department of Agriculture; the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment; and Alltech. Together, we share a common goal: transforming Kentucky into the agricultural technology capital of the United States. These innovative startups are advancing our mission to cultivate new agri-food and agri-business companies, boost our economy, and create a more affordable, nutritious and environmentally sustainable food future for Kentucky and beyond. Meet the winners: https://lnkd.in/gZKRaq5f