From Farms to Incubators focuses on connecting, elevating, and inspiring women in AgriFoodTech.
We are currently delivering on this mission through our various storytelling efforts, which amplify the voices and contributions of leaders and entrepreneurs in the AgriFoodTech industry. Our growing community also provides resources, events, education, and mentorship for women working in AgriFoodTech to expand access to career opportunities.
The Farms to Incubators initiative has produced an award-winning documentary film short and news stories that have received national coverage. It has been awarded grants from the International Center for Journalists and the International Women's Media Foundation. It continues to elevate and connect women in AgriFoodTech by documenting their stories and giving public talks and presentations that amplify their stories. The organization cultivates the next generation of women leaders in the industry through education and training initiatives. It holds to the philosophy of “Legacy is not what you leave for people but with them (Cameron Macias).” From Farms to Incubators is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations and membership dues are tax deductible.
“We need more women at the table and it begins with giving voice to the journey of women who are already contributing to the food systems.” – Amy Wu
Rivka Garcia of HeavyConnect. Photo by Chris Schodt
DOCUMENTARY
In Their Voices
The short film "From Farms to Incubators" sheds light on women of color entrepreneurs in agriculture and technology, two sectors that remain primarily male-dominated. It has been screened at multiple film festivals and conferences and is directed and produced by Amy Wu and Chris Schodt.
Diane Wu, Poornima Parameswaran of Trace Genomics. PC: Western Growers
STORIES
Transforming Time & Generations
The project kicked off with a three-part series of articles in Salinas' The Californian, and received a 1st place award from the International Center for Journalists. The continuing coverage has been published in national media, including USA Today and The New Food Economy.
Miku Jha, CEO and Founder of AgShift. Photo by Chris Schodt
PROFILES
Challenges and Opportunities
Learn what brought the women entrepreneurs to AgTech and how their backgrounds, influences, and expertise have fueled their impact on the region. The women of color include two Stanford Ph.D.s, MBAs, and front-end developers.