Université Laval Secures $5M Grant for VertBerry CEA Project
Université Laval has received a $5 million grant from the Weston Family Foundation for its VertBerry project.
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.
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.
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.
Affinor Growers Enters Advisory Agreement to Explore Crypto-Powered Greenhouse Heating
- by Sepehr Achard
- 7th July 2025
Affinor Growers Inc. (CSE: AFI) (OTC Pink: RSSFF), a technology-focused agricultural company, has announced its membership in the Canadian Hydroponic Association (CHA).
Oasis Grower Solutions Launches New Website to Support Growers with Practical Tools and Resources
- by Sepehr Achard
- 3rd July 2025
Oasis Grower Solutions launched a website designed to serve as an all-in-one destination for horticultural and agricultural professionals.
How Würth Elektronik Powers Europe’s Indoor Farms with Smart LED and Control Systems
- by Sepehr Achard
- 1st July 2025
Würth Elektronik develops horticulture-specific LED systems to support controlled environment agriculture (CEA) objectives in Europe.
GreenV Appoints Martijn Punt as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Global Growth
- by Sepehr Achard
- 1st July 2025
GreenV, a global group of horticultural companies, has announced the appointment of Martijn Punt as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2025.
Riverbend Nursery Holdings Acquires James Greenhouses to Expand Perennial Liner Capabilities
- by Sepehr Achard
- 30th June 2025
Riverbend Nursery Holdings, LLC has officially acquired James Greenhouses, Inc., a Georgia-based producer of perennial liners for wholesale growers across the United States.