Sepehr Achard

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As a dedicated journalist and entrepreneur, I helm iGrow News, a pioneering media platform focused on the evolving landscape of Agriculture Technology. With a deep-seated passion for uncovering the latest developments and trends within the agtech sector, my mission is to deliver insightful, unbiased news and analysis. Through iGrow News, I aim to empower industry professionals, enthusiasts, and the broader public with knowledge and understanding of technological advancements that shape modern agriculture. You can follow me on LinkedIn & Twitter.

How Automation Is Reshaping Indoor Farming in Europe

Explore the future of Europe indoor farming automation with AI-assisted systems and sustainable solutions for optimal crop yields.

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Vermont Law and Graduate School Publishes Urban Agriculture Policy Guide

The Center for Agriculture and Food Systems (CAFS) at Vermont Law and Graduate School has unveiled a new publication, “Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production: A Guide to Local Policy”, designed to help city governments, farmers, and community organizations navigate the complex policy environment surrounding urban food production in the U.S.

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Windset Farms Expands Delta, BC Greenhouse Facility With 38 Acres of Ultra-Lit Production

Windset Farms® has announced a new 38-acre expansion at its Delta, BC facility, increasing its total lit greenhouse production to 85 acres.

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How Hospitals Can Calculate ROI on Onsite Farming Solutions

Explore the financial benefits of container farm ROI for hospitals, including yield, cost savings, and patient outcomes.

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Simon Constance on Supply Chain Transparency and Regenerative Agriculture Data

We recently sat down with Simon Constance, Head of Partnerships at Treefera, an AI-enabled data fabric designed to de-risk and strengthen global commodity supply chains.

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BASF Receives EPA Registration for Zorina™ Fungicide to Support White Mold and Broad-Spectrum Disease Control

Zorina™ fungicide, developed by BASF Agricultural Solutions, has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration and is now approved for use in the U.S., pending state-level approvals.

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Fragaria Fruits Raises $2M in Seed Funding to Scale High-Tech Berry Farming in India

Fragaria Fruits Pvt. Ltd., a high-tech farming company, has raised USD 2 million in seed funding to expand its operations and accelerate the commercial production of premium strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.

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Maia Ventures Launches €55 Million AgriFoodTech Fund to Back Early-Stage Startups

Maia Ventures, a Milan-based AgriFoodTech fund, has launched its first €55 million fund to invest in 20 to 25 early-stage startups.

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Signify Research Demonstrates How Light and Temperature Strategies Improve Yield, Quality, and Shelf-Life of Crispy Lettuce in Vertical Farms

Signify, through its Philips GrowWise Research Center, has identified optimized light and temperature strategies that double the yield of crispy lettuce in vertical farming conditions.

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The Reservoir Launches Reservoir Ventures to Support Early-Stage AgTech Startups in Specialty Crops

The Reservoir launched its first on-farm innovation hub in Salinas, California, with more than 200 stakeholders attending the ribbon-cutting.

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