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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.

Acuity Brands acquired the Arize® family of horticulture lighting products from Current Lighting Solutions.

Acuity Brands News: Acquires Arize® From Current

Key Takeaways: Acuity Brands acquired the Arize® family of horticulture lighting products from Current Lighting Solutions. Hort Americas will remain the exclusive distributor in North America. The acquisition aims to […]

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Food For The Poor Canada & Canadians Collaborate to Build a Village in San Antonio, Honduras

Food For The Poor Canada & Canadians Collaborate to Build a Village in San Antonio, Honduras

Key Takeaways: Over the last three years, Canadians, in partnership with Food For The Poor Canada (FFPC) and CEPUDO, have built a village in San Antonio, Honduras. The project has […]

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RedSea appoints Bruno De Oliveira as VP of East Africa & Egypt to drive its sustainable Agri Climate Tech business

RedSea Ag Latest News: Expansion With Bruno De Oliveira

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  • 23rd November 2023

RedSea appoints Bruno De Oliveira as VP of East Africa & Egypt to drive its sustainable Agri Climate Tech business

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RED Horticulture has raised €17 million in Series A funding to advance its innovative LED lighting and photobiology solutions

RED Horticulture’s €17 Million Series A Funding Milestone

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  • 22nd November 2023

Key Takeaways: Substantial Funding Achievement: RED Horticulture has successfully raised €17 million in a Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone for the company. Innovative LED Lighting Solutions: The company specializes […]

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NanobOx, an Irish startup, has secured $1 million for its innovative nanobubble technology, promising to revolutionize water aeration

NanobOx: Leading the Nanobubble Revolution

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  • 22nd November 2023

Key Takeaways: Funding Success: Irish startup NanobOx has secured $1 million in first-round funding, led by The Yield Lab, with contributions from DeepIE Ventures and Growing Capital. Innovative Technology: NanobOx specializes in […]

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TİKA installed two greenhouses at Somali National University to improve agricultural education and boost local production in Somalia.

Boosting Somalia’s Agricultural Infrastructure with TİKA

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  • 21st November 2023

Key Takeaways: Enhancing Agricultural Education: The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) installed two 250 square meter greenhouses at the Department of Agriculture in the Somali National University, Mogadishu. This […]

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Lisbon-based Raiz Vertical Farms is an example of how Agritecture Designer simplifies the journey from vertical farm concept to operation. Indoor Farming; Vertical Farming; agTech; AgriTech; Agriculture Technology; Precision agriculture

Agritecture Designer’s Role in Raiz Vertical Farms’ Success in Lisbon

Key Takeaways: Agritecture Designer is a comprehensive tool that aids vertical farming entrepreneurs in education, financial planning, and networking and helps Raiz Vertical Farms set its operations. Raiz Vertical Farms, […]

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Horticulture; Greenhouses; Indoor Farming; Vertical Farming; AgTech; AgriTech; Agriculture Technology; Energy Rebates

Energy Rebates’ Role In The Horticulture Industry

Key Takeaways: Energy rebates and incentives catalyze sustainable practices and enhance long-term industry viability. They mitigate the initial cost barrier, encouraging investment in energy-efficient technologies. Legislation like the Inflation Reduction […]

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Carl Gupton was appointed as CEO of Greenswell Growers, a mid-Atlantic provider of sustainable agricultural solutions.

Greenswell Growers Appoints Carl Gupton as CEO

Key Takeaways New Leadership: Carl Gupton was appointed as CEO of Greenswell Growers, a mid-Atlantic provider of sustainable agricultural solutions. Experienced Leadership: Gupton, previously President since 2020, brings extensive experience […]

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4AG Robotics, a Salmon Arm, BC-based startup, is making significant strides in AgTech with its innovative mushroom-picking technology.

4AG Robotics Secures $17.5M in Series A Funding for Mushroom-Picking Technology

Key Takeaways: 4AG Robotics, formerly TechBrew Robotics, has raised CAD 17.5 million in Series A funding. The funding will accelerate the development and deployment of their mushroom-harvesting robots. 4AG Robotics […]

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