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.
The "Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg" video series, created by GGBA, offers an in-depth look at its agrifood sector. Fribourg's Agrifood sector

Fribourg’s Agrifood Sector: A Pillar of Innovation & Economic Strength

Key Takeaways: The “Agri&Food in the Canton of Fribourg” video series, created by the Greater Geneva Bern Area (GGBA), offers an in-depth look at Fribourg’s agrifood sector. The sector contributes […]

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AgTech company, Lakeside produce declares bankruptcy

Lakeside Produce Bankruptcy Updates

On January 26, 2023, Lakeside Produce Inc., a greenhouse grower based in Leamington, Ontario, filed for bankruptcy, owing $188M.

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Eatable Adventures announced the first closing of its new investment fund, Europe Foodtech Acceleration Fund I SCSp.

Eatable Adventures’ New 30M Euro Investment Fund for Foodtech Startups

Key Takeaways: Eatable Adventures completes the first closing of the Europe Foodtech Acceleration Fund I SCSp, valued at 30 million euros. The fund aims to invest in technology-based seed projects […]

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LanzaJet opens LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels, the world's first ethanol-to-sustainable aviation fuel production facility, in Georgia.

LanzaJet Opens ‘World’s First Ethanol to SAF Production Facility’ in Georgia

Key Takeaways: LanzaJet opens LanzaJet Freedom Pines Fuels, the world’s first ethanol-to-sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility, in Soperton, Georgia. The facility aims to produce 10 million gallons of SAF […]

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Zurich North America announces leadership changes in its Direct Markets and Crop insurance businesses effective February 1.

Zurich North America Announces Leadership Changes in Direct Markets and Crop Businesses

Key Takeaways: Zurich North America announces leadership changes in its Direct Markets and Crop insurance businesses. Jason Meador is appointed as the new Head of Direct Markets, succeeding Vince Santivasi […]

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Apollo Agriculture, an agri-fintech startup focused on supporting small-scale farmers, recently announced a significant financial boost.

Apollo Agriculture Secures USD 10M Investment for Expansion

Key Takeaways: Apollo Agriculture, an agri-fintech startup, received a USD 10 million investment from Swedfund and ImpactConnect. The investment aims to aid small-scale farmers in Africa, enhancing their earnings and […]

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Heifer Africa, launched the 2nd edition of the MIT Solve Innovators Program, inviting fourteen outstanding young African agritech innovators.

African Agritech Innovators Advance in MIT Solve Program

Key Takeaways Fourteen young African innovators from the AYuTe Africa Challenge are participating in the MIT Solve Innovators Program. The program, a collaboration between Heifer Africa and MIT Solve, aims […]

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Eliza Fournier, the Urban Farm Director at the College of Lake County, recently shared her insights with Robert Colangelo.

Training Next-Gen Urban Farmers at College of Lake County

Key Takeaways: Eliza Fournier, Urban Farm Director at the College of Lake County (CLC), discusses the future of urban farming. CLC’s new facility at Sheridan Road and Madison Street focuses […]

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The Animal AgTech Innovation Summit brought to light the tight funding environment in 2024 for the animal protein production sector.

Attracting Capital in Animal AgTech In 2024: Investors Insights Ahead Of Animal AgTech Innovation Summit

Key Takeaways: Persistent Funding Challenges: 2024 presents a challenging landscape for venture-dependent businesses in animal protein production. Emphasis on Innovation: Importance of technological solutions that address practical needs in livestock […]

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Primient announced its commitment to science-based targets in line with the 1.5°C goal set by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Primient Sets Ambitious Science-Based Targets for 2030

Key Takeaways: Adherence to SBTi 1.5°C Trajectory: Primient aligns with ambitious Science-Based Targets initiative goals. 2030 Emission Reduction Targets: Targets include significant reductions in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. […]

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