Eli Lilly's $3 BILLION Greenhouse Bet: Is Hydroponics the Next Pharma Frontier?

08/11/2025 5 min Episodio 320
Eli Lilly's $3 BILLION Greenhouse Bet: Is Hydroponics the Next Pharma Frontier?

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Episode Synopsis

Host Dr. Russell Sharp discusses Eli Lilly's recent purchase of a greenhouse site in Katwijk, Netherlands, and explores possible links to botanical sourcing and GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs. He outlines how the $3 billion investment raises questions about future use, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, botanical ingredients, and impacts on horticulture.
The episode also touches on historical examples of plant‑derived medicines, the Nagoya Protocol on sharing benefits from genetic resources, and the wider implications for food demand and greenhouse agriculture. Tune in to hear the latest developments and what to watch for next.
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