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.

Private Sector & U.S. Government Join Forces to Enhance Climate Resilience and Mitigation in Africa

In response to Vice President Kamala Harris’s call for the private sector to boost climate resilience, adaptation, and mitigation across Africa, private organizations have committed over $7 billion in new […]

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N’GINS Program: Pioneering a New Generation of Nutraceutical Ingredients

The N’GINS program, which stands for “Nouvelle Génération d’Ingrédients Nutraceutique Santé” or “New Generation of Health Nutraceutical Ingredients,” aims to introduce a new range of environmentally friendly, “nature-identical” polyphenols to […]

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Dr. Brian Sook Joins CJB Applied Technologies

CJB Applied Technologies, a contract chemical development company, recently welcomed Dr. Brian Sook as their new Senior Formulation Chemist. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Dr. Sook joins […]

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The Yield Lab LATAM and Rural Ventures Announce Partnership

The partnership between The Yield Lab LATAM and Rural Ventures will create a complete ecosystem for new AgTechs and FoodTechs in Latin America. In addition, the collaboration will allow startups […]

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TissenBioFarm Selected for Samsung’s Sustainable Future Food TechUP+ Program

TissenBioFarm, a South Korean startup focused on cultivated meat, has been chosen to participate in the “SAMSUNG Welstory TechUP+” program. The program, created by Samsung and startup accelerator FuturePlay, aims […]

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Hess Donates $50M to Salk Institute’s Plant Initiative to Fight Climate Change

Hess Corporation is donating $50 million to the Salk Institute’s Campaign for Discovery: The Power of Science to support the Harnessing Plants Initiative, which seeks to mitigate climate change by […]

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Airborne Sounds of Stressed Plants: Implications for Agriculture

The discovery of airborne sounds emitted by stressed plants represents a significant breakthrough in our understanding of plant behavior. The ability to record and classify these sounds provides new insights […]

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Heavy Metal Stress Impairs Photosynthesis in Urban Lawns

In urban areas, pollution is a major environmental issue affecting lawn establishment and maintenance. Perennial ryegrass, a common grass species, can help mitigate this problem. However, heavy metals such as […]

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Argentina Unveils “Soy Dollar” to Boost Agriculture Exports

Argentina’s government is set to unveil a new “soy dollar” exchange rate on Monday to boost agricultural exports and replenish the central bank’s foreign reserves. The exchange rate will be […]

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Accenture 2023 CEA Study: Challenges and Opportunities

Accenture, a global professional services company, recently published its 2023 Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) study, authored by Matt Ritchie, Jaime Guerrero, and Gaurav Sharma. The report, which features insights and […]

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