Veridi Moderates AgTech Panel in the Forum for Latin Impact Investors (FLII) 2026

From left to right: Dan Block (Prime Coalition), Miguel Tamayo Maertens (IDH), Tomás Peña (The Yield Lab LATAM), and Ziad Matar (Veridi Technologies)

Veridi recently participated in the 2026 edition of the Forum for Latin American Impact Investors (FLII) in Mérida, Mexico, as part of the Global Roots program. The gathering brought together investors, entrepreneurs, and experts focused on accelerating impact driven investments across Latin America. 

During the event, Veridi had the opportunity to moderate the Agtech panel alongside Dan Block from Prime Coalition, Miguel Tamayo Maertens from IDH, and Tomás Peña from The Yield Lab LATAM (pictured above). The panel explored how better frameworks and measurement standards could help unlock greater investment into regenerative agricultural practices.

Role of Standardization in Regenerative Agriculture

A central theme of the discussion was the role that standardization can play in accelerating the regenerative transition while protecting soil systems. Clear and credible standards are essential for investors seeking to deploy capital at scale. At the same time, the panel highlighted that agriculture remains highly complex and context dependent, meaning that rigid or poorly designed metrics can unintentionally distort investment decisions.

Lessons from Europe, Implications for Latin America

Drawing on Veridi’s experience in Europe, the conversation also touched on the ongoing development of the Soil Monitoring Law. One of the challenges under discussion has been the risk of relying too heavily on incomplete indicators for soil biodiversity, such as measuring only bacterial and fungal DNA. While these indicators provide valuable information, they do not capture the full complexity of soil ecosystems. Overreliance on a limited set of metrics could lead to misallocation of public funds or misguided incentives. Encouragingly, the European framework allows for context-based decision making, which will likely be essential for ensuring effective implementation.

This experience provided an exceptional opportunity to connect with a diverse community of investors, researchers, and entrepreneurs committed to advancing sustainable agriculture and environmental impact across the region.

Veridi is grateful to FLII and Global Roots for the invitation and for facilitating such a thoughtful exchange of ideas. The conversations in Mérida also reinforced the strong potential for collaboration in Latin America, a region where soil health, biodiversity monitoring, and regenerative practices are becoming increasingly central to agricultural innovation.

We look forward to continuing to explore partnerships and opportunities as Veridi expands its presence in the region alongside both existing and new partners.

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