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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.

Vertical farming is often associated with high-tech solutions, but low-tech solutions are becoming more popular in urban and suburban areas.

Low-Tech Vertical Farming: The Power Of Growing Upwards

Vertical farming is often associated with high-tech solutions, but low-tech vertical farming, such as vertical towers, is becoming more popular in urban and suburban areas. This method involves growing crops […]

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A&G Real Estate Partners and Murray Wise Associates LLC are accepting offers for Spring Born's hydroponic operations and ranch in Colorado.

A&G Real Estate Partners Accept Bids For Spring Born’s Hydroponic Operations

Key Takeaways Sealed-Bid Offer Opportunity: A&G Real Estate Partners and Murray Wise Associates LLC are accepting offers for Spring Born’s hydroponic operations and ranch in Colorado. Advanced Hydroponic System: The […]

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Cotton is a vital commodity, essential in various products but challenging to grow sustainably. Now the ISS is cultivating it in Space.

Cotton in Space: Unlocking the Secrets to Crop Resilience

Key Takeaways Critical Commodity: Cotton is a vital agricultural commodity, essential in various products but challenging to grow sustainably. Space-Based Research: University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers used the ISS National Laboratory […]

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Microclimates Inc., a Seattle-based environmental automation company, has launched an innovative DLI (Daily Light Integral) calculator.

New DLI Tool Launched By Microclimates For Enhanced Agricultural Practices

Key Takeaways: Microclimates Inc. introduces a new DLI calculator to optimize plant growth. The DLI calculator aids in determining the ideal Daily Light Integral for various crops. The tool is […]

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ComEd and EPRI are enhancing local food production and agriculture education in northern Illinois through four high-tech agricultural pods.

ComEd and EPRI’s Collaborative Ag Pods Initiative

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Key Takeaways Innovative Agricultural Pods: ComEd and EPRI have installed four agricultural pods (ag pods) in northern Illinois, combining technology and agriculture. Controlled Environment Agriculture: These ag pods are custom […]

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Pure Harvest Smart Farms, Al Dahra Agriculture, and PlanTFarm collaborate on a low-cost vertical farming solution to produce animal feed.

UAE & Korean Consortium to Pilot AI-Powered Smart Farming Solution

Key Takeaways: Pure Harvest Smart Farms, Al Dahra Agriculture (UAE), and PlanTFarm (Korea) collaborate on a low-cost vertical farming solution to produce animal feed. The solution uses 95% less water […]

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In 2023, we saw some emerging crops, such as plant-based protein or cosmetics, being grown by indoor farming companies worldwide.

Emerging Crops In Indoor Farming In 2023

Key Takeaways: Plant tissue culture is a key technique for cloning plants, conserving species, and adapting agriculture to climate change, but it faces challenges like contamination and genetic variability. 2. […]

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V-FAST transforms UK agriculture with its project combining renewable energy and vertical farming for sustainable food production.

V-FAST: Pioneering Sustainable Agriculture in the UK

Key Takeaways: Innovative Collaboration: V-FAST, a consortium of four British companies, is revolutionizing UK agriculture with support from Innovate UK and the Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council. Low-Emission Vertical Farming: The […]

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UP Vertical Farms and Oppy introduce a new top seal pack for leafy greens, focusing on sustainability, freshness, and enhanced consumer experience.

UP Vertical Farms & Oppy Launch New Sustainable Packaging for Leafy Greens

Key Takeaways: Innovative Packaging Solution: UP Vertical Farms and Oppy introduce a new top seal pack for leafy greens, focusing on sustainability, freshness, and enhanced consumer experience. Sustainable Farming Practices: […]

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Organifarms has formed a strategic partnership with EBZ Gruppe, marking a significant collaboration in agricultural technology. AgTech; AgriTech; Agriculture Technology; Smart Farming; Agribusiness; Indoor Farming; Greenhouse

Organifarms Announce Strategic Partnership With EBZ Gruppe

Key Takeaways Strategic Partnership: Organifarms has formed a strategic partnership with EBZ Gruppe, marking a significant collaboration in agricultural technology. Focus on Harvesting Robots: This partnership aims to scale the […]

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