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.

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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European Growers’ Cooperatives Unite to Supply Innovative Crunchy Lettuce All Year Round

Key Takeaways Five major European growers’ cooperatives collaborate to supply Rijk Zwaan’s Crunchy Lettuce to retail chains across Europe throughout the year. The initiative began with three Spanish founders – […]

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Norinchukin Bank Forms Strategic Partnership with Seviora Holdings and Invests in T3F Feeder Fund

Key Takeaways Norinchukin Bank announces investment in Seviora T3F Feeder Fund L.P., focusing on the food and agriculture sector in the Asia/Pacific region. Forms a strategic partnership with Seviora Holdings, […]

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Bosch Berries Announces New Greenhouse Operation in Somerset with $50M Investment

Key Takeaways Bosch Berries, an international agriculture firm, is set to open a greenhouse operation in Somerset, Kentucky, representing a $50 million investment and creating 28 full-time jobs. The company’s […]

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Biochar’s Potential in China for Negative Emissions & Sustainable Development

Key Takeaways: Biochar is identified as a viable technology for carbon sequestration, with benefits for soil quality and crop yield. Significant uncertainties exist around biochar’s potential, costs, and deployment strategies […]

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FRUIT LOGISTICA 2024: Innovations in Agriculture Spotlighted

FRUIT LOGISTICA introduced the FLIA Technology Award this year, in addition to the traditional FLIA, to recognize product development.

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Enhancing Coriander Growth and Phytochemical Content with Acacia saligna Extract

Key Takeaways: Foliar application of Acacia saligna fruit aqueous extract (FAE) enhances coriander growth, productivity, and phytochemical levels. The study examines the effects of different concentrations of A. saligna FAE […]

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