Key Takeaways
- The iGrow Dashboard recorded 15 bankruptcies in AgTech and CEA between April and November 2025.
- U.S. and European vertical farming firms remain the hardest hit due to high costs and slow profitability.
- Despite closures, investor confidence is returning—particularly in biologicals, AI, and precision agriculture.
- This week’s top news includes funding updates from Kula Bio, Source.ag, and Arevo, alongside fresh partnerships and patents.
- Upcoming events across Dubai and Las Vegas highlight renewed optimism and global collaboration in AgTech.
Dashboard Snapshot: AgTech’s Diverging Paths in 2025, Between Bankruptcies & Funding Rebound
The latest iGrow Dashboard highlights a widening gap in AgTech performance. Between April and November 2025, 15 companies—including CleanGreens Solutions, Growy Singapore, Eden Green Technology, and Guardian Agriculture—filed for bankruptcy or liquidation.
The United States and Europe remain the most affected, reflecting structural challenges in vertical farming and CEA operations. Rising energy costs, limited scalability, and investor caution have compounded the pressure on capital-intensive business models.
Conversely, the broader AgTech sector shows signs of renewed investor appetite. Biologicals, AI-driven solutions, and plant science ventures attracted significant capital inflows this year. The inclusion of companies like Oerth Bio and Direct Carbon in recent funding rounds indicates a diversification of focus beyond traditional indoor farming.
