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.

African Development Fund Approves $14.64M Grant to Strengthen Climate Resilience and Food Security in the Sahel

The African Development Fund approved a $14.64 million grant to support Project 2 of the Programme to Strengthen Resilience to Food and Nutrition Insecurity in the Sahel (P2-P2RS).

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Florida Invests $23.5 Million to Strengthen Agriculture Technology Infrastructure

Governor Ron DeSantis announced $23.5 million in new state funding through CDBG-DR and the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

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Centuria Expands Agriculture Real Estate Platform to $820M With Acquisition of Australia’s Largest Hydroponic Glasshouse

Centuria Capital Group has expanded its agriculture real estate platform to $820 million following the acquisition of a 43-hectare hydroponic glasshouse in Two Wells, South Australia.

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Ruminant Biotech Raises $9.5M Series A to Advance Methane-Reduction Solution for Pasture-Based Cattle

Ruminant Biotech closed a $9.5M USD Series A round, co-led by Rosrain Investments and Cultivate Ventures, to support commercial roll-out.

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Roquette Expands and Rebrands Plant Care Division as Agriscience to Advance Sustainable Crop Solutions

Roquette has expanded and renamed its plant care activity to Agriscience, following the integration of the acquired IFF Pharma Solutions portfolio.

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RMIT University Launches ARC Research Hub to Drive Intelligent, Energy-Efficient Protected Cropping

RMIT University has launched the ARC Research Hub for Intelligent Energy Efficiency in Future Protected Cropping (E2Crop Hub).

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Pinnacle Food Group Announces Plans for New Bioengineering and Testing Laboratory

Pinnacle Food Group Limited will establish a new bioengineering and testing laboratory to expand its smart agriculture innovation platform.

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PI AgSciences Launches as PI Industries Integrates Plant Health Care Acquisition

PI Industries officially launched PI AgSciences as the new identity for Plant Health Care Plc, which the company acquired in August 2024.

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FirstEnergy’s Mon Power Deploys Sheep for Solar Grazing at Fort Martin Solar Site

FirstEnergy subsidiary Mon Power used approximately 350 sheep to manage vegetation around 50,000 solar panels near Fort Martin Power Station.

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USDA to Purchase $30 Million in Fresh Fruit for Nutrition Programs

The USDA has outlined plans to acquire up to $30 million in fresh fruit from American producers for distribution through food banks and federal nutrition programs.

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