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.

Ideal Energy and Iowa State University Launch Agrivoltaics Research Project

Key Takeaways Iowa State University and Ideal Energy have inaugurated the Alliant Solar Farm, an agrivoltaics research project. The project received a four-year, $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Department […]

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£2.45M Gift to Imperial College London Fuels Innovative Soil Microbial Research

Key Takeaways A £2.45 million donation from the Michael Uren Foundation will fund research on soil microbial communities at Imperial College London. The research aims to address the challenge of […]

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IAEA and FAO Launch Atoms4Food Initiative for Global Food Security

Key Takeaways The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have launched the Atoms4Food initiative. The initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity, reduce food losses, […]

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Wadhwani AI Secures $3.3M Grant from Google.org for Agritech Solutions

Key Takeaways India-based nonprofit Wadhwani AI has received a $3.3 million grant from Google.org. The grant is part of the AI for the Global Goals Impact Challenge, a $25 million […]

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How B2B Businesses in Indoor Ag Can Leverage B2C Strategies for Holiday Success

At the heart of every business transaction lies a human connection. Even in the structured B2B (Business-to-Business) landscape, it’s crucial to understand that an individual makes the ultimate buying decision. […]

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Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Advance & Streamline Organic Standards

Key Takeaways The “Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act (CIAO) 2023″ has been introduced by a bipartisan group of representatives. The bill aims to amend the Organic Foods […]

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Huida Tech’s HD540Pro Agricultural Drone Boosts Spraying Efficiency by 60% for Mexican Fruit Growers

Key Takeaways Huida Tech, a leading Chinese manufacturer of agricultural drones, has partnered with Mexican dealer ORBITECH to deploy the HD540Pro agricultural drone in Mexicali, Mexico. The drone has improved […]

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Arkansas Attorney General Orders Chinese-Owned Company to Divest Land

Key Takeaways Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has ordered a Chinese state-owned company to divest approximately 160 acres of land in Craighead County. The company, Northrup King Seed Co., a […]

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Nongshim Invests $7.4 Million in Food Tech Startups

Key Takeaways Nongshim is investing 10 billion won ($7.4 million) in venture funds to discover food tech startups. The investment will be equally divided between Seoul-based investment companies Stonebridge Ventures […]

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CHAP and AEH Innovative Hydrogel Develop Sustainable Hydrogel Substrate

Key Takeaways CHAP and AEH Innovative Hydrogel have developed a novel hydrogel-based substrate, Gelponics, to decarbonize hydroponic indoor farming. The three-year project was funded by Innovate UK’s Transforming Food Production […]

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