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.
Gotham Greens has expanded its national presence with a new, technologically advanced hydroponic greenhouse in Texas.

Gotham Greens Latest News: Expanding to Texas

Gotham Greens has expanded its national presence with a new, technologically advanced hydroponic greenhouse in Texas.

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Crysp Farms, a GCC-based innovator in decentralized vertical farming, has completed a $2.25 million Pre-Series A funding round.

Crysp Farms Secures $2.25 Million in Pre-Series A Funding

Key Takeaways: Crysp Farms secures $2.25 million in a Pre-Series A funding round. Gate Capital leads the investment with additional regional backers. The funding is earmarked for regional growth and […]

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ArcTern Ventures announces $335 million in commitments for Fund III, surpassing its original target of $300 million.

ArcTern Ventures Secures $335M for Climate Tech Fund

Key Takeaways: ArcTern Ventures announces $335 million in commitments for Fund III, surpassing its original target of $300 million. The fund has attracted investments from major institutions like TD Bank […]

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Precision Livestock Technologies (PLT) has introduced an AI system to predict cattle feed intake and recommend feeding.

Precision Livestock Technologies Unveils AI-Based System

Key Takeaways: Precision Livestock Technologies (PLT) has introduced an AI system to predict cattle feed intake and recommend feeding. The system uses data from PLT’s Bunk Management System and external […]

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Organic Valley has initiated the first agreements and payments in its Carbon Insetting Program (OVCIP) to its organic farmers.

Organic Valley Latest News: Launches Carbon Program for Organic Farmers

Key Takeaways: Organic Valley has initiated the first agreements and payments in its Carbon Insetting Program (OVCIP). The program builds on University of Wisconsin-Madison research showing low on-farm milk emissions. […]

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RWE, a major energy company, has recently operationalized an agrivoltaic (Agri-PV) plant in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

RWE Launches Innovative Agri-PV Plant in Germany

Key Takeaways: RWE’s Agri-PV plant has started supplying green electricity in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The plant, constructed in five months, is situated on seven hectares of recultivated land near the […]

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The UK Government has granted £3.3 million for legume research to mitigate fertilizer use and livestock agriculture emissions.

IBERS Receives £3.3M Grant For Research On Clover

Key Takeaways The UK Government has granted £3.3 million for legume research to mitigate fertilizer use and livestock agriculture emissions. This initiative is part of the effort to reduce greenhouse […]

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Zhong et al. conducted a study revealing crucial insights into the resistance mechanisms against Gray Leaf Spot (GLS) in maize (Zea mays L.).

Fighting Gray Leaf Spot in Maize: Unpacking ZmWAKLY’s Role

Key Takeaways A study by Zhong et al. (2024) identifies the gene ZmWAKL as key in resistance to Gray Leaf Spot (GLS) in maize. GLS, caused by Cercospora zeae-maydis and […]

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Abbas et al. (2024) conducted a study exploring the use of certain bacterial strains to combat Rhizoctonia root-rot in tomatoes.

Rhizoctonia Root-Rot: Combating Disease in Tomatoes

Key Takeaways Abbas et al. (2024) conducted a study exploring the use of certain bacterial strains to combat Rhizoctonia root-rot in tomatoes. Bacillus velezensis, Bacillus megaterium, and Herpaspirillum huttiense, isolated […]

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Kini, V and Pai (2024) developed an intelligent computer vision system using deep learning to diagnose leaf diseases in black pepper plants.

Black Pepper Leaf Disease Detection System Developed In Study

Key Takeaways Kini, V and Pai (2024) developed an intelligent computer vision system using deep learning to diagnose leaf diseases in black pepper plants. The system employs state-of-the-art transfer learning […]

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