<p>In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/demoranvillekristin/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Kristin King</a> sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/smasis/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Serg Masis</a>, a data scientist at <a href="https://www.syngenta.com/" target="_blank">Syngenta</a>, to explore how AI, data, and digital agronomy are reshaping modern agriculture <em>(Agronomy is the science of how crops are grown—soil, climate, plants, and farming practices working together)</em>.</p><p>Serg brings an engineering mindset to AI, explaining it less like science fiction and more like a murder mystery,  where multiple perspectives, incomplete information, and interpretation matter just as much as the data itself. Rather than treating AI as a black box, he breaks down how understanding <em>why</em> a system makes a decision is just as important as the decision itself.</p><p>Together, they talk about decision-making in farming,unintended consequences in complex systems, and why changing one thing in agriculture often creates ripple effects elsewhere. If you’re curious about how technology is quietly influencing what we grow, how we farm, and what ends up on our plates, this conversation will change the way you think about food and data.</p><p>---------------</p><p><strong>Guest Contact Information</strong></p><p><strong>Guest Info — Serg Masis</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.serg.ai/#about-me" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.serg.ai/#about-me</a><br>Books &amp; Writing: <a href="https://www.serg.ai/writing/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.serg.ai/writing/</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/smasis/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/smasis/</a><br>Employer (Syngenta): <a href="https://www.syngenta.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.syngenta.com/</a></p><p>---------------</p><p><strong>Episode Key Highlights</strong></p><p>00:11:00 — Why AI Is About Better Decision-Making, Not Replacing Humans</p><p>00:13:19 — The Three Inputs of Agriculture: Environment, Genetics, and Decisions</p><p>00:17:20 — Sustainability, Ecosystems, and Runaway Effects in Farming</p><p>00:25:33 — AI as a Murder Mystery: Interpretation, Bias, and Perspective</p><p>00:34:26 — Crop Collapse, Monocultures, and Why This Isn’t Science Fiction</p><p><strong>---------------</strong></p><p>📘 <strong>Sign up</strong> for early updates, exclusive previews, and launch news of Kristin’s Book, “<em><strong>Securing What Feeds Us:  Cybersecurity in Food and Agriculture</strong></em><em>,</em>” <a href="https://www.anzensage.com/publications" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</p><p><strong>---------------</strong></p><p><strong>🎤 Book Kristin Demoranville to Speak</strong></p><p>To invite Kristin to speak at your conference, corporate event, webinar, or workshop, visit the <a href="https://www.anzensage.com/speaking" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">website</a> and submit a request.</p><p><strong>---------------</strong></p><p><strong>🎤 Bites and Bytes Podcast Info:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.bitesandbytespodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Website</a>: Explore all our episodes, articles, and more on our official website.  </p><p><a href="https://www.bitesandbytespodcast.com/shop" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">MerchShop</a>: Show your support with some awesome Bites and Bytes gear!</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@bitesandbytespodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Substack</a>: Stay updated with the latest insights and stories from the world of cybersecurity in the food industry.</p><p><strong>Schedule a Call </strong>with Kristin<a href="https://calendly.com/anzensage/bites-and-bytes-podcast-feedback?month=2025-07" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">: Share Your Thoughts </a></p><p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@bitesandbytespodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> TikTok</a>; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitesandbytespodcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitesbytespodcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a>; <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/bitesandbytespod.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">BlueSky</a></p><p><strong>---------------</strong></p><p><strong>🛡️ About AnzenSage &amp; AnzenOT</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.anzensage.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">AnzenSage</a> is a cybersecurity advisory firm specializing in security resilience for the food, agriculture, zoo, and aquarium industries.  AnzenSage offers practical, strategic guidance to help organizations anticipate risks and build resilience.  Learn more about their offerings at <a href="https://www.anzensage.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">anzensage.com</a>.​</p><p><br><strong>AnzenOT:  Industrial Cyber Risk — Simple.  Smart.  Swift.</strong><br><a href="https://www.anzenot.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">AnzenOT</a> is the SaaS risk management platform built to bring clarity and control to Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity.  Designed for critical infrastructure sectors, AnzenOT translates technical risk into clear, actionable insight for decision-makers.  Explore the platform at <a href="https://www.anzenot.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">anzenot.com</a>.For demo requests or inquiries, email <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a>or <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a></p>