Sepehr Achard

administrator
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.

Danone Institute North America Announces Third Sustainable Food Systems Initiative

Danone Institute North America (DINA), a nonprofit foundation managed by Danone North America, has announced a request for proposals for its third DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative, formerly known as […]

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Alternative Protein Experts to Convene on Capitol Hill to Discuss Future of Food

On Tuesday, April 25, experts in the alternative protein space will assemble in Washington, D.C., to discuss the state of the cell-cultured/cultivated industry and its implications for the future of […]

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Guardian Agriculture’s eVTOL Approved By U.S. FAA

Guardian Agriculture, a pioneer in Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) systems for large-scale sustainable farming, has secured U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization to operate its aircraft nationwide. This […]

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Waste Management and Recycling in Controlled Environment Agriculture

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) facilities offer highly efficient and sustainable methods of cultivating crops indoors, utilizing hydroponics, aquaponics, and aeroponics. However, according to some estimates, the waste produced in these […]

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Role of Maternal Plants in Seed Dormancy and Dispersal

A new study in Nature by Chen et al. found that mother plants play a crucial role in controlling the dormancy and dispersal of their progeny seeds. The study focused […]

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New Study Finds Optimal Level of Sample Grinding for Efficient Agricultural Analysis

A new study published in Nature by Whatley et al. found that Fourier transforms mid-infrared (FT-MIR) spectroscopy combined with modeling techniques is helpful for multivariate chemical analysis in agricultural research. […]

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French Retailers Casino Group and Groupement Les Mousquetaires Eye Expansion of Strategic Cooperation

Casino Group, TERACT, and Groupement Les Mousquetaires announced they had entered exclusive discussions to expand the existing strategic cooperation between Groupement Les Mousquetaires and Casino Group. The proposed collaboration aims […]

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French Organic Agriculture Sector Receives Emergency Aid

The organic agriculture sector in France is facing significant challenges related to a decline in consumption, which is linked to inflation. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty has implemented […]

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Syngenta and Biotalys Team Up for Sustainable Pest Control

Syngenta Crop Protection and Biotalys have announced a new collaboration to research, develop and commercialize innovative biocontrol solutions to manage pests in various crops. The solution will be based on […]

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New Rice Variety Shows Promise for Improved Quality and Yield

A new study published in Nature by Lu et al. found that Yuenongsimiao (YNSM), an indica rice variety, has excellent milling and appearance, cooking, and nutritional quality. YNSM also has […]

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