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Enabling agriculture and food companies to anticipate and embrace new trends, technology and process; to drive business and strengthen supply chain.

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We enable revenue acceleration in Agriculture and Food companies through strategic market analysis, trade expansion and optimization, and the implementation of innovative agricultural technologies and sustainable practices.

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Key Priorities of Agriculture RevOp Leaders in 2024

[vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]In 2024, agriculture businesses are prioritizing a range of revenue operation initiatives, driven by advancements in technology and global market dynamics.  These priorities reflect an ongoing shift towards technology-driven solutions in agriculture, focusing on improving efficiency, productivity, and global market reach.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1706640581373{padding-left: 50px !important;}”][vc_column_text]

Anticipated Investment Trends of AI in Agriculture Sector (2024)

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  • Crop Monitoring

  • Precision Farming

  • Automated Machinery

  • Livestock Management

  • Other

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Internet of Things (IoT) in Agriculture

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]IoT is transforming traditional crop and field monitoring by reducing labor and time requirements through real-time data transmission. This includes soil temperature, humidity, livestock, and plant tracking. IoT-driven irrigation systems and sensor solutions that combine IoT with drones and robots are enhancing farming precision​[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][vc_column_text]

Agricultural Robotics

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]To address labor shortages, agricultural startups are developing robots for tasks like fruit picking, planting, transplanting, harvesting, seeding, spraying, and weeding. Robotics are also being used in livestock management systems for tasks such as milking and feeding, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing human errors[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][vc_column_text]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Agriculture

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]AI integration is providing real-time insights for proactive decision-making. This includes predictive analytics for weather forecasting, crop yield estimation, and pricing trends. AI and machine learning algorithms are automating the identification of plant and livestock diseases and aiding in gene selection for agricultural biotechnology[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][vc_column_text]

US Global Trade Expansion

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The USDA is emphasizing rebuilding agriculture’s confidence in global trade. Efforts are being made to help the specialty crop sector overcome trade barriers and diversify markets for U.S. agricultural products. The USDA plans to explore various international markets such as Korea, India, Canada, Colombia, Vietnam, and Morocco​[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][vc_column_text]

Investment in Research and Technology

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The agritech sector is urging for increased investment in research and technology-focused measures. There’s a growing focus on emerging technologies like AI, ML, and IoT. Proposals include tax incentives for new technology applications in agriculture, credit facilitation for small and medium farmers through technology-driven solutions, and subsidy-based machines for farmers[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_aligment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1708173366499{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”]

Fractional Teams to Empower Scalability

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Revenue Operations

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Link marketing efforts directly to revenue results. Focus marketing strategies on generating revenue, rather than just Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs), by enhancing marketing operations and aligning sales and marketing team outcomes.

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Setting Up Revenue Operations Systems

Daily Management of Revenue Operations Systems

Managing Reports in CRMs

Managing Attribution

Optimizing the Transition from Marketing to Sales

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Demand Generation

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Transform high-interest leads, those actively seeking your solutions, through precise targeting and optimization. Identify the segments of your audience with the highest conversion rates and develop strategies to engage them effectively.

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Paid Search & Social Campaigns

Sales Outreach Planning and Execution

Driving Engagement through Content

Enhancing Website Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)

Implementing Retargeting Campaigns

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Product Marketing & Creative

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]Generate and tap into untapped demand by informing your potential customers about your brand via engaging content. Increase awareness and educate your audience using insightful thought leadership and product-related content.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]

Developing Advertising Creatives

Crafting Copy and Content

Digital Design & Video

Building and Enhancing Websites

Executing Email Marketing Campaigns

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Our Agricultural Organization Consultants

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Monica Zavala

Agriculture Business
Senior Analyst and Strategist

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_single_image image=”5149″ img_size=”25×25″ style=”vc_box_circle” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-zavala-5a4423126/”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/4″][vc_column_text]Monica Zavala is a distinguished professional in the agricultural sector, renowned for her exceptional ability to drive revenue growth and implement operational excellence within agricultural organizations. With a rich background in agribusiness, Monica has demonstrated a profound passion and commitment to advancing agricultural practices and enhancing organizational efficiency. Her expertise is underpinned by a Master’s degree in Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations from The University of Georgia, equipping her with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the agricultural industry. Monica’s dedication to her field is evident in her innovative approaches to business challenges, making her a pivotal figure in the transformation and success of agricultural enterprises.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_aligment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1706455886675{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”80px”]

Solutions Designed for our Agriculture Clients

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IoT Integration for Advanced Agriculture

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O’Castle offers comprehensive IoT integration services to revolutionize traditional crop and field monitoring. Our solutions include real-time data transmission systems for soil temperature, humidity, livestock, and plant tracking. We also specialize in IoT-driven irrigation systems and sensor solutions that integrate IoT with drones and robots to enhance farming precision and reduce labor and time requirements.

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Agricultural Robotics Solutions

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Addressing labor shortages in agriculture, O’Castle provides our Agriculture clients with support in selecting and adopting innovative robotics solutions for tasks such as fruit picking, planting, transplanting, harvesting, seeding, spraying, and weeding. Our services extend to livestock management systems, incorporating robotics for milking, feeding, and other tasks, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing human errors.

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AI-Driven Agricultural Insights

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O’Castle’s AI integration service offers real-time insights for proactive decision-making in agriculture. We provide predictive analytics for weather forecasting, crop yield estimation, and pricing trends. Our AI and machine learning algorithms also automate the identification of plant and livestock diseases and aid in gene selection for agricultural biotechnology.

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Support for US Global Trade Expansion in Agriculture

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In line with the USDA’s emphasis on rebuilding confidence in global trade, O’Castle assists the specialty crop sector in overcoming trade barriers and diversifying markets for U.S. agricultural products. Our services focus on exploring various international markets, including Korea, India, Canada, Colombia, Vietnam, and Morocco, providing strategic guidance and market entry support.

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Agritech Research and Technology Investment Facilitation

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Acknowledging the need for increased investment in agritech research and technology, O’Castle offers services to facilitate this growth. We focus on emerging technologies like AI, ML, and IoT, providing support for tax incentives, credit facilitation for small and medium farmers through technology-driven solutions, and subsidy-based machine acquisition for farmers.

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Latest Agriculture Sector Revenue Operation Insights

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