Food security in the 21st century goes beyond farmland or stronger crops, it now will also rely on real-time data, AI-enabled insights, and smarter distribution networks. In this episode of Interconnected, hosts Kyle Hilgendorf and Christina Spinney are joined by global agrifood CEO and founder Christine Gould to explore how the world’s most essential industry is being transformed by digital infrastructure.

From edge computing in remote fields to AI systems that predict crop yields and reduce food waste, discover what it will take to build the systems that can sustainably feed the world's growing population.

In this episode:

Food security is a growing data and infrastructure challenge. Edge computing and AI are enabling smart agriculture which could feed more people with more efficiency.The role of decentralized and digitally connected small farms is expanding as infrastructure races to reach them.Culture, connectivity, and capital are shaping global innovation in AgTech for small and big players alike.

Guest:

Christine Gould, CEO & Founder of GIGA, Founder of Thought For Food | LinkedIn

Meet the Hosts:

Christina Spinney, Vice President of Global Technical Solutions Engineering at Equinix | LinkedIn 

Kyle Hilgendorf, Senior Director of Corporate Strategy at Equinix | LinkedIn

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Release Date: 9/16/2025, 5:00:00 AM