Greenhouse Farming: A Shift in the Industry
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Controlled Environment Agriculture
Explore the latest in Controlled Environment Agriculture news, with updates on advancements in indoor farming, vertical farming, greenhouse technologies, and climate-controlled systems. This section offers insights for CEA professionals, researchers, and investors, covering trends in automation, energy efficiency, crop yield optimization, and sustainable practices that are transforming the future of food production.
Van der Knaap Group Enters Strategic Partnership with Premier Tech
- by Sepehr Achard
- 15th July 2025
On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.
Plense Technologies to Wind Down Operations After Two-Year Development Journey
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th July 2025
Plense Technologies, a Netherlands-based agtech startup focused on ultrasound sensing for crop cultivation, has announced that it will no longer continue its operations.
Université Laval Secures $5M Grant for VertBerry CEA Project
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th July 2025
Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.
JumpLights Launches ETS MAX Line to Optimize Horticultural Lighting Efficiency
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th July 2025
JumpLights introduces the ETS MAX line of over-canopy horticultural lights for greenhouses and indoor growing.
Berge Bulk Reports Over 1.2 Tonnes of Fresh Produce Grown at Sea Through Fleetwide Hydroponics Program
- by Sepehr Achard
- 14th July 2025
Key Takeaways Berge Bulk has harvested 1.2 metric tonnes of vegetables in 2024 using hydroponic systems installed across 75 vessels. The initiative supports crew wellbeing, waste reduction, and environmental goals […]
Julia Erftemeijer Presents AVF+ Propagation Findings at TomatoTech Summit
- by Sepehr Achard
- 10th July 2025
Julia Erftemeijer noted this improvement reflects growers’ increasing demand for predictability and efficiency during propagation.
Hort Americas Partners with Hortiplan to Expand Mobile Gully Systems in North America
- by Sepehr Achard
- 10th July 2025
Hort Americas announces partnership with Belgium-based Hortiplan to bring Mobile Gully Systems (MGS) to North American greenhouses
Cox Farms Expands Leadership Team with Three New Executive Appointments
- by Sepehr Achard
- 10th July 2025
Cox Farms, the largest greenhouse operator in North America, appointed three new members to its executive leadership team.
Europe Indoor Farming Investment Trends: Who’s Getting Funded in 2025?
- by Sepehr Achard
- 8th July 2025
European indoor farming firms raised approximately $123.82M between 2024 and early 2025, with GrowUp Farms & IGS receiving the majority share.