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.
H.I.G. Capital has acquired a majority stake in Life Agro, a prominent Brazilian specialty agricultural inputs provider.

H.I.G. Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Life Agro

H.I.G. Capital has acquired a majority stake in Life Agro, a prominent Brazilian specialty agricultural inputs provider.

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Albotherm has been awarded a £500,000 grant from Innovate UK to advance its greenhouse technology for polytunnel applications.

Albotherm Receives £500K Innovate UK Grant for Temperature-Controlled Polytunnel Technology

Albotherm has been awarded a £500,000 grant from Innovate UK to advance its greenhouse technology for polytunnel applications.

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Aphea.Bio Bags €70M In a Series C To Accelerate Its Development

Aphea.Bio Secures €1.9M to Advance INITIΛ for Maize Expansion

Aphea.Bio receives €1.9 million from VLAIO to expand its biostimulant INITIΛ by Aphea.Bio™ for maize into the US and Brazilian markets.

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The Farmer Mac announced positive financial results for Q3 of 2024, highlighting strong performance across its loan portfolio.

Farmer Mac Reports Solid Q3 2024 with Loan Growth

The Farmer Mac announced positive financial results for Q3 of 2024, highlighting strong performance across its loan portfolio.

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USAID committed $57.4M to further food security & climate-smart agriculture efforts, with $38M dedicated to Feed the Future Innovation Labs.

USAID Commits $57.4M to Enhance Food Security and Climate-Smart Agriculture Initiatives Globally

USAID committed $57.4M to further food security & climate-smart agriculture efforts, with $38M dedicated to Feed the Future Innovation Labs.

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Mastronardi Produce® adds 91 acres of greenhouse capacity in Canada, strengthening its position in the Canadian market.

Mastronardi Produce Expands Canadian Greenhouse Capacity

Mastronardi Produce® adds 91 acres of greenhouse capacity in Canada, strengthening its position in the Canadian market.

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Hub International Limited (Hub) has acquired the retail insurance brokerage business of Western Growers Insurance Services (WGIS)

Hub International Acquires Western Growers Insurance Services’ Retail Brokerage Business

Key Takeaways: Hub International Limited (Hub) has acquired the retail insurance brokerage business of Western Growers Insurance Services (WGIS), enhancing its presence in the agribusiness sector. The acquisition strengthens Hub’s […]

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HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology & gener8tor have selected six startups for the Fall 2024 cohort of the HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator.

HudsonAlpha & gener8tor Launch Fall 2024 AgTech Accelerator

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology and gener8tor have selected six startups for the Fall 2024 cohort of the HudsonAlpha AgTech Accelerator.

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Bowery Expands Reach in Partnership with Amazon Fresh

Bowery Farming Ceases Operations Amid Financial Challenges

Bowery Farming decided to shut down its operations as reported by Pitchbook, after failing to secure additional funding or a buyer.

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Alveo Technologies has responded to this challenge by announcing a partnership to develop advanced diagnostic tools for avian flu.

Alveo Technologies Expands into Animal Health with New Avian Influenza Test

Alveo Technologies launches the Alveo Sense Avian Influenza Test for rapid, field-based detection of avian flu.

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