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.

AgBoost Expands into Zimbabwe Through Strategic Partnership with Kraal-Gen Analytics

AgBoost has announced a strategic partnership with Kraal-Gen Analytics to introduce its AI-powered livestock genetics and herd analytics platform to Zimbabwe.

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Bloemteknik Secures £707,000 Innovate UK R&D Support for GreenFingers Platform

Bloemteknik Limited has secured an Innovate UK-supported research and development project valued at more than £707,000.

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Ruminant Biotech Launches C$7.6M Research Program to Advance Methane Mitigation in Canada

Ruminant Biotech has announced the launch of a C$7.6 million research program focused on validating its methane mitigation solution for pasture-based cattle.

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U.S. National Science Foundation Launches AI-ENGAGE Awards to Advance AI in Agriculture

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced the first round of awards under the Advancing Innovations for the AI-ENGAGE initiative.

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Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Issues Emergency Quarantine on Cotton Leafhopper

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued an emergency quarantine targeting the two-spotted cotton leafhopper (Amrasca biguttula), also known as the cotton jassid.

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Mercy Corps Ventures Launches Pilot with Salicrop to Support Climate-Resilient Tomato Farming in Mexico

Mercy Corps Ventures has launched a pilot project with Salicrop to test a non-GMO seed priming process designed to enhance tomato plants’ resilience to heat and saline irrigation.

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CryoBio Raises $1.3M Pre-Seed Round to Develop Frost Protection Spray

CryoBio has raised $1.3 million in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round. The round included participation from Ag Ventures Alliance, NY Ventures, Launch NY, and FuzeHub, as well as impact-focused angel investors including Klessig Trust and Jade Cove Partners.

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Engazaat Plans $100M Regional Expansion Across Water, Energy and Food Infrastructure

Engazaat, an Egypt-headquartered asset manager focused on the water, energy, and food (WEF) nexus in the Middle East and Africa, plans to invest more than $100 million in regional expansion.

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Rabobank Global Greenhouse Update 2026: Self-Sufficiency, Climate Risks, and Technology Shape Industry Outlook

Rabobank’s Global Greenhouse Update 2026 outlines how policy shifts, climate risks, & tech adoption are influencing greenhouse strategies.

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Oracle Selected by ReGrow Israel to Strengthen Agricultural Recovery Through Data Intelligence

ReGrow Israel has chosen Oracle Agriculture Data Intelligence to support efforts to restore and strengthen farming operations across the country.

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