"Not only does Wu report on how each woman uses technology to solve a problem, she also covers the pros and cons of tech solutions. It''s an essential book for anyone interested in agtech and how to help the next generation of food entrepreneurs." -- Civil Eats "Well crafted and egrossing . A well-written and engaging look at leaders in agriculture." --Kirkus Reviews "This bright group of women bring a lightness and enthusiasm to agriculture . From Farms to Incubators shows that careers in agriculture can be diverse and appropriate for anyone who eats." -- Seattle Book Review " From Farms to Incubators takes us inside the lives and careers of many inspiring women innovators. You will never think about food and farms the same way again.
" --David Kirkpatrick , Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Techonomy Media "I am very enthusiastic about holding up these stories to inspire others, especially the next generation of women using their STEM backgrounds to make positive impacts in our communities and our world. I am excited about a future that has women in agtech leading change to make a difference for families across the globe." --Karen Ross , Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture "Amy''s book shows the many possibilities for women to continue moving the agricultural industry forward and should inspire all producers to become leaders in agriculture innovation for high-quality, efficient, and sustainable food production." --Nikki Fried , Florida''s 12th Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services "Amy Wu tells the stories of the underestimated women who are the driving force and changing face of agriculture. This book will serve as inspiration for the countless minority women who seek to be heard in rural America." --Christine Chavez , granddaughter of Cesar Chavez and farm activist "The future of sustainable agriculture depends on a growing connection between farming and technology. Amy Wu passionately sheds light on the women responsible for leading this movement. From Farms to Incubators is essential reading for anybody concerned with the future of food systems.
" --Antonio Mancini Albano , Founder & CEO, beet & pear " From Farm to Incubators captures through personal and human stories and photographs the emerging relevance of the intersection of agriculture and technology and its impact on our changing world. Amy Wu is, above all, a riveting storyteller who gives voice to unsung heroines of innovation and advancement." --Anne Rosen , lecturer at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland and freelance journalist "It should come as no surprise to anyone that there are few women innovators in Ag tech. Even fewer minority women innovators. The questions are: Why? What are we missing? What can we learn from successful minority women innovators? In From Farms to Incubators , Amy Wu documents stories, successes and struggles of such women. It contains a trove of information for inspired women (or men), minority (or not) to enter the field (sometimes literally). More inspiration and innovation is necessary in our societies in which an explosive number of people must share resources that do not grow as fast. Good quality good will become ever more important in developing as well as developed countries.
Amy Wu does not only use words to tell the personal stories of the minority women entrepreneurs and their innovations in Ag tech, the book contains many pictures, making you feel like you are chatting with the entrepreneurs themselves." -- Laurens Debo , Dartmouth College School of Business "We learn about the world through stories, and through From Farms to Incubators , Amy Wu offers us tangible stories of leaders and innovations that are so often unseen because they are driven by women, especially women of color. May the stories in this collection inspire us to discover and learn from more of these creative leaders who are working to transform our food system." -- Pei-Yee Woo , Director at Kitchen Table Advisors "In this beautiful and inspiring book, Amy Wu has revealed a membrane of connectivity and creative possibility among women in agriculture all over the world. These galvanizing portraits are both place-based and unconfined, suggesting the viability and applicability of revolutionary innovation that can link visionary women well beyond borders." --Adele Negro , founder and CEO, ECOPA: Intersections for Sustainable Living "Finally, there''s a book that celebrates the incredible women who will inspire the next generation of fabulous female foodpreneurs." --Gail Becker , Founder and CEO, Caulipower "Amy Wu is a masterful storyteller and voice for the unsung hero''s of agriculture today." --Tonya Antle , Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of the Organic Produce Network "Amy Wu has written a book that not only celebrates women innovators and entrepreneurs in food and agriculture, but also inspires the next generation of women to follow in their path.
" --Kara Goldin , Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., and author of Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters "I have seen young women from around the world coming up with creative solutions to food system challenges. Their approach is refreshing and urgently needed to get rid of polarized thinking. From Farms to Incubators injects inspiration and empowers the next generation of female leaders in the food and agriculture space." --Christine Gould , Founder and CEO, Thought For Food "By telling the stories of amazing women in agtech, like Amy Wu does in this book, we can help to prove that different approaches are to be celebrated and can yield great success." --Louisa Burwood-Taylor , Head of Media and Research, AgFunder "Amy Wu has done a phenomenal job collecting the stories of women founders in agtech. Their creativity, vision and passion for using technologies to solve some of the biggest challenges that farmers face is something that we celebrate." --Carolyn Leighton , Founder and CEO, Women in Technology International "Amy''s book of women in agriculture beautifully illustrates the diversity, passion, and commitment of an amazing group of women who are remaking modern agriculture through innovation and sustainable practices.
Her storytelling is a powerful tool for highlighting the impactful work being done by these women and encouraging others like them to join this important movement of building a better food system." --Mareese Keane , Co-Founder, Opengate " From Farms to Incubators not only shines a fascinating spotlight on a growing and evolving industry but is another necessary catalyst for gender equality, providing a platform to the often voiceless and inspiration for the next generation of female leaders in this space." --Juliet Scott-Croxford , CEO, Worth Media "In her book From Farms to Incubators , Amy Wu has captured the stories of agtech''s future pioneers. Using their life experiences to inspire others, these women are breaking down barriers while holding onto family values." --Karen Washington , farmer and activist "By far the best book on women contribution in modern farming technology and sustainable agricultural practices." --Amit Kalkal , CEO, AgReads "This book will serve as inspiration for the countless minority women who seek to be heard in rural America and for the next generation of female leaders in agriculture." --Maria Palacio , Founder of Revolution Me Film Festival "It''s about time that a bright light is shone onto the many more women who are in ag business and agtech." --Karen Caplan , President and CEO, Frieda''s Specialty Produce "Amy''s book comes at a timely moment where a new breed of role models start to emerge: inspiring female agtech entrepreneurs and innovators the world needs to build a better food future.
" --Isabelle Decitre , Founder of Rooted "I love seeing these women in agtech be in the spotlight. Women have always been an important part of agriculture and hopefully reading these stories will inspire more young women to pursue a career in agriculture and give these talented women the kudos they deserve." --Becky Bazabal , President, Salinas Valley California Women for Agriculture "Nicely illustrated and informative throughout, From Farms to Incubators is exceptionally well organized, unique, and presented study, making it an especially and unreservedly recommended for community, college and university library Agricultural, Horticultural, Entrepreneurship, and Contemporary Women''s Studies collections and supplemental studies curriculum lists." --Midwest Book Review.