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.

Rijk Zwaan Reports 6% Sales Growth & Major Investments in 2023/2024 FY

Rijk Zwaan reported a 6% increase in sales to €627 million in 2023/2024, with growth across multiple markets and crop types.

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3M & Discovery Education Announce AI-Based Pesticide Detector

Sirish Subash, a 9th grader from Georgia, won the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge with his AI-based pesticide detector, Pestiscand.

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WHEATWATCHER Project Launches to Enhance Soil Health Across Europe

EU-funded WHEATWATCHER project focuses on soil health monitoring and sustainable farming practices.

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Ag Resource Management $325 Million Crop Loan Backed Financing Facility

Ag Resource Management announced the successful renewal of its Series 2020-1 variable funding note (VFN) financing series.

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Enza Zaden Opens 16,000-SQM Seed Production Facility in Tanzania

Enza Zaden, an international vegetable breeding company, has opened a 16,000-square-meter seed production facility in Arusha, Tanzania.

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Almanac Appoints Dr. Chad W. Jennings as New VP of Product Management

Dr. Chad W. Jennings has been appointed as Almanac’s VP of Product Management, bringing over 20 years of experience in data analytics.

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Food Tech Valley and Badia Farms Partner in 27-Year Agreement

A 27-year agreement between Food Tech Valley and Badia Farms will bolster the UAE’s sustainable food production.

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Gooddrop Secures £1M For Cotton Production with Vertical Farming

Gooddrop, co-founded by Simon Wardle and Andres Perea, is set to disrupt cotton farming with a focus on sustainability.

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Big Idea Ventures Invests in Six Groundbreaking Startups

Six innovative startups joined Big Idea Ventures' portfolio through GFIF II, focusing on sustainable, cultivated meat & microbiome health.

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Rethinking Almond Orchards: The KIND Almond Acres Initiative

KIND’s Almond Acres Initiative aims to source 100% of its almonds from regenerative agriculture practices on a mass balance basis by 2030.

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