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.

Micropep Technologies Files for Regulatory Approval of Promisin Biofungicide in Brazil and Paraguay

Micropep has unveiled an in-depth look at Krisalix™, its proprietary AI-powered discovery platform for bioactive micropeptides.

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Zymofix Secures €1.9 Million to Build Scientific Foundation for Microbial Product Reliability

Belgian biotech company Zymofix has received €1.9 million in funding from VLAIO, the Flemish Agency for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, to support MicroFix — a €3.2 million collaborative research project with Ghent University. The three-year project, led in partnership with Prof. Tina Kyndt from the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, will focus

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Brevel and Coffeesai Partner to Scale Coffee Cell Culture with Illuminated Fermentation

Israeli climate biotech company Brevel has partnered with Coffeesai, a coffee cell-culture startup, to test and validate its proprietary illuminated fermentation platform as a production tool for plant cell cultures. The collaboration, supported by a USD $1 million grant from the Israel Innovation Authority, marks Brevel's formal entry into the

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FMC Corporation to Sell Newark, Delaware Property for $114 Million to Cut Debt

FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) has entered into a framework agreement to sell its property in Newark, Delaware for gross proceeds of approximately $114 million, subject to a due diligence period and customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. Upon completion, FMC intends

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AFC Arranges EUR 108M Facility for Togo’s Agricultural Modernisation

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has arranged a EUR 108.3 million sovereign-backed financing facility for the Government of Togo, acting as Co-Mandated Lead Arranger and joint financier on the transaction. The deal marks AFC's inaugural sovereign investment in the country and further extends its government financing footprint across Africa. The 10-year

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Al Dahra Releases 2025 Sustainability Report Detailing Progress Across Climate, Farming and People

Abu Dhabi-based agribusiness Al Dahra has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, marking six consecutive years of public sustainability disclosure. The report, prepared with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, sets out the company's progress across climate action, water stewardship, regenerative agriculture, responsible sourcing, workforce engagement, and community investment.

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Edible Garden AG Secures $6.3 Million TIF Incentive to Build Iowa RTD Beverage Production Hub

Edible Garden AG (Nasdaq: EDBL) has secured up to $6.3 million in performance-based tax increment financing (TIF) incentives from Webster City's City Council to support the redevelopment of its Prairie Hills facility into a large-scale ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage production hub. The approval represents the latest in a series of state

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Growers Edge Names Michael Hoffstatter Managing Director of Input Financing

Growers Edge, a financial technology firm serving agricultural retailers, manufacturers, and lenders, has named Michael Hoffstatter as Managing Director of Input Financing. In the role, Hoffstatter will lead the continued growth of Growers Edge's financing solutions across its retail, manufacturer, and strategic partner network.

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Loam Bio Appoints Rob Hranac as CEO to Lead Global Commercial Expansion

Australian agricultural biotechnology company Loam Bio has named Rob Hranac as its incoming Chief Executive Officer, with the transition taking effect on 1 July 2026. Hranac joins as the company continues to scale its soil carbon platform across Australia and a growing US market.

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Tropic Acquires Rahan Meristem to Build First Fully Integrated Banana Genetics Company

Tropic, the gene-editing company behind a new generation of banana varieties, has acquired Rahan Meristem, a specialist in large-scale banana plant propagation with a presence across Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East. The deal marks a significant step in the company's push to move from variety development to commercial-scale

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