The Transfarmation Project® Launches North Carolina Demonstration Hub
The Transfarmation Project® launched a demonstration hub in Wadesboro, North Carolina, on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.
Ron van der Knaap Steps Down as CEO of Van der Knaap Group
On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.
Switch Bioworks Bags $17M to Develop Sustainable Fertilizers
Switch Bioworks, a biotechnology company focused on sustainable agricultural solutions, announced it has raised $17 million in Series Seed financing.
Institute of Food Technologists Welcomes Christopher Daubert as 85th President
Christopher Daubert, PhD, assumes the role of President of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) as of September 1, 2024.
3M Project Makes Progress on Grazing Management Research
The 3M Project, a five-year, $19 million study, focuses on grazing management’s impact on ecosystems and producer well-being.
Daesung SmartHive Develops Plasma-Based Pest Control System for Bees and Crops
Daesung SmartHive developed an advanced plasma technology for pest control that targets mites and other pests without harming bees or crops.
Winners of the Innov’agtech 2023-2024 Program Announced
La Zone Agtech, the CRIBIQ, and CieNOV announced the winners of the Innov’agtech 2023-2024 Program, presented by Axceta Solution.
AGRIVI Partners with Barbados to Launch AI-Driven Agronomic Advisory Platform
AGRIVI and the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation (BADMC) have launched an AI-powered advisory platform for national agriculture.
Inaho Shares Progress In Tomato Harvesting Robot Trials in the Netherlands
Inaho Inc., based in Kanagawa, Japan, has been conducting trials of its snack tomato (loose cherry tomato) harvesting robot with growers in the Netherlands since May 2023.
NewLeaf Symbiotics Welcomes Greg Thompson to Board of Directors
NewLeaf Symbiotics adds industry veteran, Greg Thompson, CEO of Intrinsyx Bio, as an independent director to its Board.