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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.

On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.

Ron van der Knaap Steps Down as CEO of Van der Knaap Group

On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.

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Smallhold, a company specializing in sustainably grown mushrooms, has announced its official designation as a Certified B Corporation.

Smallhold Inc. Exits Chapter 11 with New Growth Strategy

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  • 9th September 2024

Smallhold, a Certified B-Corp, successfully exits Chapter 11 reorganization led by an investment from Monomyth Group.

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Inaho Inc., based in Kanagawa, Japan, has been conducting trials of its snack tomato (loose cherry tomato) harvesting robot with growers in the Netherlands since May 2023.

Inaho Shares Progress In Tomato Harvesting Robot Trials in the Netherlands

Inaho Inc., based in Kanagawa, Japan, has been conducting trials of its snack tomato (loose cherry tomato) harvesting robot with growers in the Netherlands since May 2023.

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Skytree, a leader in carbon utilization and removal solutions, has partnered with Scanfil to manufacture its Direct Air Capture (DAC) units.

Skytree Partners with Scanfil to Scale Direct Air Capture Technology

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  • 5th September 2024

Skytree, a leader in carbon utilization and removal solutions, has partnered with Scanfil to manufacture its Direct Air Capture (DAC) units.

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Bluelab, announces major upgrades to its controller lineup at MJBIZ Con 2023, marking a significant stride in indoor ag.

Bluelab Launches OnePen™: A 3-in-1 Handheld Device for Plant Monitoring

Bluelab, a leader in precision measurement solutions for the horticulture industry, has announced the launch of the OnePen™

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A 28-hectare Sino-Dutch Horticulture Economic Park will be developed in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province in China.

Sino-Dutch Cooperation: Advancing Horticulture in Huzhou City

A 28-hectare Sino-Dutch Horticulture Economic Park will be developed in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province in China.

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Discover the potential of insect farming in CEA. Find out how it can reduce pressure on ecosystems and provide sustainable protein sources.

Growing Need to Diversify Protein Sources: The Role of Insect Farms In Greenhouses

Discover the potential of insect farming in CEA. Find out how it can reduce pressure on ecosystems and provide sustainable protein sources.

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Indoor Farming In The GCC: With Grow-Tec’s Technology

Indoor Farming In The GCC: With Grow-Tec’s Technology

Grow-Tec is fully prepared to scale up its indoor farming operations in the GCC, backed by successful proof of concept and pilot projects.

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The MARIA Initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of mechanization, automation, robotics & AI in Quebec's ornamental horticulture sector.

Quebec’s Ornamental Horticulture Sector Launches MARIA Initiative

The MARIA Initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of mechanization, automation, robotics & AI in Quebec's ornamental horticulture sector.

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Yuanye Spring, designed by Vicky Chan, has won the Silver A' Design Award in the Landscape Planning and Garden Design category.

Yuanye Spring by Vicky Chan Wins Silver at A’ Design Award for Landscape Planning and Garden Design

Yuanye Spring, designed by Vicky Chan, has won the Silver A' Design Award in the Landscape Planning and Garden Design category.

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