# Digital Ag Global, Episode 7, African AgTech in action

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Podcast: [Digital Ag Global](https://stenobird.com/podcast/digital-ag-global-7078111)
Published: 2025-02-18T16:54:30+00:00
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## Resource

We’ve taken you to smart farms in Nebraska, explored cutting-edge innovations in Canada—and now we’re heading to Africa, where AgTech is transforming the future of farming. 🚜🌱In this episode, we’ll uncover how technology is reshaping agriculture across the continent, from mobile-powered mechanization to solar irrigation and improved market access. Join us for a deep dive into the unique challenges, breakthroughs, and opportunities in African agriculture—insights that matter whether you’re farming in Lagos or leading a tech team in Silicon Valley.🎙️ Special Guests: 🔹 Folu Okunade – COO at Hello Tractor | Bridging the gap for smallholder farmers through accessible mechanization. 🔹 Jerry Oche – CEO at Zowasel | Empowering African agribusinesses with data-driven market access and sustainability. 🔹 Tom Vranken – Director of Innovations at SunCulture | Delivering solar-powered irrigation to improve productivity and resilience.🎧 Tune in to hear how African AgTech is setting new trends in sustainable, scalable, and inclusive farming—innovation that has the potential to influence global agricultural practices.

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