František Vráb’s Post

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to travel to a reservation in Montana to assist with two community meetings revolving around cannabis. There were youth and elders and everything in between. They came from different backgrounds, Harvard graduates, teachers, financial advisors, business professionals , parents, students, tribal leaders, cattle ranchers. For most, it was one of the first open conversations they had ever had about the plant. My two favorite moments: 1.) Some elders were hesitant initially, but after seeing how excited the youth was and how hopeful they were, they saw it as something that could help their community as a whole. That hope shifted their fear. 2.) Cannabis is a catalyst that helps us to remember our connection with the earth itself. Through assimilation we forgot just how connected we once were, and how important it is to reconnect. In real time you could see the spark ignite, you could physically see the light in their eyes, as the conversation started with cannabis but quickly moved to regenerative food agriculture, orchards, community gardens, horticulture therapy. That thought progression happened naturally in conversation between members in an open forum. It’s like all I did was plant that initial seed and then it blossomed in real time right before my eyes. It was exciting and felt hopeful. We all need hope, it’s a crazy world out there. To be able to take everything I’ve learned and everything the plant has shown me through cultivating her over the last 17 years, and to share it with communities in a way that it sparks hope and reconnection is an absolute blessing. Not everyone listens to the plant, but more people should. I’m honored to get to help spread education and awareness. I’ve known how powerful this plant is, and not only it’s psychoactive effects but it’s energy and mission as a whole for quite some time, but to help be a voice for its potential in communities that don’t have as much access as I do is such an honor 🌱 I was asked a couple days ago “what is your why?” …THAT is my why 💚 #plantintelligence #education #advocacy #montana #regenerate #plantprotector #womenincannabis #cannabisindustry #cannabisculture

Terpli Takes on Oregon🌲 As the sun rises over the majestic Cascades and sets along the rugged Pacific coast, Terpli is thrilled to step into Oregon, a state that's as forward-thinking as it is steeped in natural beauty. Why Oregon? Here's Why: 🍃 Nature Meets Innovation: From the lush Willamette Valley to the tech-centric cityscapes of Portland, Oregon embodies a unique blend of natural wonder and technological advancement. 🌐 Community and Sustainability: Oregonians are known for their strong community bonds, environmental stewardship, and holistic approach to wellness. It's a place where Terpli's values of education, transparency, and empowerment naturally align. 🌿 A Rich Cannabis Culture: Oregon is a pioneer in the cannabis movement, with a deep understanding and appreciation for the plant. It's the perfect environment for Terpli to grow alongside like-minded individuals and businesses. Our mission is to enlighten, engage, and empower. By introducing Terpli's AI-driven insights to Oregon's vibrant community, we're not just entering a state; we're becoming part of a movement towards informed, personalized plant-based medicine experiences. We Want to Hear From You! Which local Oregon dispensary do you think should partner with Terpli next? Tag your favorite spot in the comments below! 📣 Let's bring Terpli's trusted guidance and innovative solutions to more corners of Oregon together. #ExploreWithTerpli #OregonInnovation #SustainableWellness #CommunityFirst #CannabisCulture #TerpliInOregon

Day 2 World Environment week🌿 They are being learned about some daily common plants and their medicinal values in our life. 🌈 #BeAndMake #worldenvironmentday2024 #educationmatters #makethechange #socialwork #communityengagement #everychildmatters #changemakers #sopan

We just put this sticker on iHub Innovation Hub of Utah’s beehive!🐝 iHub is not only making a difference in the Utah business world, they are directly impacting their local environment for good by owning a beehive. Bees are directly responsible for 1 out of every 3 bites of food we eat, but native populations are declining. iHub is helping solve this issue by being a Bee Partner, and you can as well🌱 Comment below if you want to learn about becoming a #beepartner🍯

"This collaboration has opened doors for individuals with disabilities in our communities, enabling them to participate actively and effectively in food systems." 2021 Fellowship Alumni Xangamira Sitoe and Simon Nyaga Wanjiru collaborated on a LINC Grant to empower women and youth with disabilities to participate actively in food systems. Together, they provided comprehensive training on farming techniques, crop management, post-harvest practices, digital marketing, and market linkages. Learn more about their project: https://buff.ly/4hsZ6bo #MWFCelebrates10

#JustIn on Plantae: Advocacy and Policy in Plant Science. In this new piece, ASPB Plantae Fellow Amarachi Ezeoke highlights the importance of advocacy in plant science to promote research, foster innovation, implement sustainable agricultural practices, and beyond.

In just a few weeks, we inaugurate our Nutreco Garden’s of the Future. This is truly a special place, with special people and empowered by some of the top companies in our industries: Skretting, Trouw Nutrition. Don’t think of it as a center of research, we have discovery of course, and top notch one, super original. But, we also have products, launched ones and ready to launch others and a solid and vibrant portfolio and pipeline! So, come visit! And let’s look at plants differently from what we have successfully done for the last 20 years in our industry. Let’s collectively open a new chapter! #PlantGenius #TrouwNutrition #Skretting #NutrecoExploration #NutEx #PhytoComplex #Complexity #NutrecoGardenoftheFuture #Nutreco

Hey LinkedIn community, happy Sunday to you! Thank you all for the support last week, I really love sharing this adventure with you all so far. As part of this accountability buddy posting associated with this project of submitting to the GISCI map contest, I wanted to share what I have been up to since we last spoke! This week has been less about working in GRASS or downloading data and more about making connections in my network. Although there was plenty data collected... just not well executed 😅 I can't figure out my points projection issue, I thought I used the right coordinate system but it's not working 😭. A problem for next week! The work I have been doing this past week and a bit of last has been reaching out and talking to some of the amazing people I see doing work in my feed. I was so stoked to be able to talk to the Founder and CIO of Delta Emerald Ventures, Ian Dominguez about the CannaDataCon that DEV put on. We were able to talk about the convention, and industry trends, and data management practices. He introduced me to Andrew Watson the CEO over at Happy Cabbage where we got to nerd out about even more cannabis data science and about my data collection for my project! In another avenue all together, I got to talk with Nate Landau COO of Snowtill Inc. about the organization NORML and to get his opinion on some big cannabis topics like legalization and the role of groups like NORML during these changes as well as getting involved. And the cherry on top, I joined Women in GIS organization for more mentorship and support for this project! I think this has been quite the productive week ✅ And hey cannabis community, if you're looking for a STELLAR Chemist, HMU I have THE woman for you :3 See you all next week!!! #womeninGIS #WiGIS #cannabiscommunity #cannabisculture #cannabisindustry #cannabisGIS #socialequity #giscommunity #gismapping #grassgis #gis #gischat #gisquestion #cannabis #responsibledataconsumption #resposibledatacollection #GISCI

Tremendous opportunity for small companies involved in protein innovation. Too good to miss if you're in the sector. Applications by 15th October The program is open to companies that: - are based outside the U.S. - are scaling up innovations in plant and alternative proteins and animal feed - have annual revenue of $5 million - $50 million and - want to enter or expand their presence in the U.S. market with confidential coaching support from Minnesota’s corporate community.   The 9-month Bold Growth program provides confidential, tailored coaching by senior leaders from MBOLDmn member companies (which include General Mills, Cargill, Target, Schwan’s and others) and our other Minnesota-based corporate food and agriculture partners on topics such as new product development, navigating the U.S. regulatory environment, national distribution, manufacturing scale-up and more. Participation is free for selected applicants and no equity is taken. This effort to support the success of promising protein innovation companies is part of MBOLD’s protein sustainability initiative to heighten the market success of plant and alternative proteins and incorporate more regenerative crops into animal feed.     We are especially interested in companies focused on product and technology innovations related to:   - plant and alternative proteins including oats, dry beans, chickpeas and mycoproteins - alternative crops for inclusion in animal feed such as winter camelina, industrial hemp and alfalfa, as well as the production and use of insects in feed rations     We will also consider applicants that are engaged in other kinds of protein sustainability innovations. 15th October deadline. Don't miss it...

Today we celebrate #InternationalBiodiversityDay! Now more than ever, it takes all parts of society to preserve and enhance our natural habitats and ecosystems and take action in ensuring the diversity of plant and animal species. “I don’t know where to begin! What action can I/we take?” - It’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed when facing with such a big and complex task, no matter whether you are for example an individual, part of a wider community, a business executive, a legal or governmental body. To address this issue, the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) has come up with a list of guided actions for each key stakeholder group, structured into four categories: #ProtectAndRestore, #ProsperWithNature, #ShareBenefitsFairly, and #InvestAndCollaborate. Each category contains up to three action points with their implementation designed to be straight forward and to bring about nature-positive change. To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/gzGC_9qb Let us all be #PartOfThePlan #ForNature ! #BiodiversityDay #Biodiversity #Individuals, #IndividualAction #IndigenousPeople #LocalCommunities #CommunityAction #Legislation #Business #Governments #NGOs #KunmingMontrealGlobalBiodiversityFramework #CBD #ConventionOfBiologicalDiversity #Guidance #GuidedAction #Target15 #BiodiversityTargets #PeopleAndSociety #BusinessProcesses #BusinessAssessment #Disclosure #BiodiversityRiskAndImpactReduction #BiodiversityStrategyPlan #BiodiversityActionPlan #BiodiversityManagementPlan #CBD2030Plan