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.

Agriloops Raises €13 Million to Build First Commercial-Scale Farm

Key Takeaways Capital Raise: Agriloops raises €13 million to fund its first commercial-scale aquaponic farm, “Mangrove #1”. Technological Innovation: The company has patented a unique saltwater aquaponics technology, successfully tested […]

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FARMS: North Dakota’s Initiative to Boost AgTech

Key Takeaways Appointment: Dr. Hollie J. Mackey has been appointed Chief Strategy Officer of the FARMS partnership, aiming to boost AgTech research and job creation. Federal Funding: Secured a federal […]

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Stacked Farm® Achieves Full Production Milestone

Key Takeaways: Stacked Farm’s new facility represents a breakthrough in agricultural technology, achieving full production status. The farm significantly reduces labor needs by approximately 90% and increases energy efficiency by […]

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Canada’s Agriculture Sector Faces Over 100,000 Job Vacancies by 2030

Key Takeaways: Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) projects over 100,000 job vacancies in agriculture by 2030. A 15% increase in job vacancies from 2022 highlights growing labor shortages. The […]

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Shapiro Administration Invests $5.8M To Protect 1,519 Acres On 22 Farms

Key Takeaways: Shapiro Administration preserves 1,519 acres across 22 farms, preventing residential or commercial development. The State Land Preservation Board commits over $5.8 million to protect prime farmland. Since 1988, […]

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2Blades’s Partnership With Bayer Crop Science Yields Achievements Against Asian Soybean Rust

Key Takeaways: Successful identification of resistance genes against Asian Soybean Rust (ASR) through a collaboration between 2Blades and Bayer Crop Science. The project, which began in 2018 and extended in […]

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Sugar Beet Research : £1M Project to Leverage Gene-Editing

Key Takeaways: A collaborative effort between British Sugar, Tropic, and the John Innes Centre receives significant funding to address virus yellows disease in sugar beets. The project is supported by […]

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Mill’s Food-Recycling System Gains Approval in Washington State

Key Takeaways First-of-its-Kind Approval: The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has formally approved Mill’s system for converting household food scraps into chicken feed, marking a pioneering achievement in the […]

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Compost Crew Achieves Milestone Growth in Food Scrap Recycling

Key Takeaways Customer Base Doubled: Compost Crew Inc. more than doubled its service reach in Greater Washington, D.C., in 2023, becoming the region’s largest food scrap recycling company. Record Recycling […]

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FOTONIQ Completes Investment Round

Key Takeaways: FOTONIQ focuses on making greenhouses more efficient, sustainable, and profitable to help meet the global food demand. The company developed a patented PAR+ coating, enhancing light diffusivity without […]

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