ABOUT
F3 Innovate is the nation’s hub for climate-smart agrifood technology and engineering.
Headquartered in California’s Central Valley, where half the nation’s fresh fruit, vegetables, and nuts are produced, F3 Innovate is surrounded by more than 13,650 farming enterprises and 5 million acres of irrigated farmland.
F3 Innovate is a key gear in the larger F3 (Farms Food Future) Initiative, which is driving the Central Valley to become the world’s leading hub for climate-smart agriculture innovation. F3 Innovate focuses on fostering groundbreaking technology, cultivating talent, and turning research into real-world solutions that benefit local farmers, agribusinesses, and the global food system.
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WHAT WE DO
F3 Innovate’s three pillars serve as the foundation for building a climate-smart, future-forward agrifood technology sector:
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COMMERCIALIZATION
ENGINE
Catalyst for transforming R&D and technological innovations into market-ready products.
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THE CATALYST
FUND
Provide investment and resources to high-potential innovations in agrifood technologies to drive systemic change and industry adoption.
TALENT
PROGRAMS
Partnering with academic institutions and industry to develop the next generation of talent and innovators.
STAFF
Priscilla Koepke
Chief Executive Officer
​Priscilla brings over 15 years of diverse experience in technology, innovation, strategic planning, and global policy. As the founding CEO of F3 Innovate, she leads the organization’s mission to advance climate-smart agrifood technology and drive economic growth in California’s Central Valley.
Cesar Lucio
Chief Operating Officer
​Cesar Lucio brings extensive experience in economic development, operations, and regional competitiveness. As COO of F3 Innovate, he oversees operational strategies and partnerships to drive efficiency and support the organization’s mission.
BOARD
Ashley Swearengin, CVCF, Chair
Debbie Astone, Fresno State, Vice Chair
Glenda Humiston, UC ANR, Secretary
Juan Muñoz, UC Merced, Treasurer
Luis Elizondo, Board Member
Rachael O’Brien, CDFA, Board Member
Eddie Ocampo, Board Member
Drew Ketelson, Board Member
Maria Olide, Board Member
Danna Stroud, Go Biz, Board Member
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