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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.

Life Cycle Analysis Indicates Lower Environmental Impact of Ljusgårda

Life Cycle Analysis Indicates Lower Environmental Impact of Ljusgårda

Vertical farming, the practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers or inclined surfaces, is touted as a less sustainable alternative to traditional farming. The large-scale Swedish vertical farm, Ljusgårda, […]

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Dutch AgTech Firm Honest Declared Bankrupt, Exploring Potential Relaunch

Dutch AgTech Firm Honest Declared Bankrupt, Exploring Potential Relaunch

Honest AgTech B.V., a Dutch robotics company, was declared bankrupt by the Noord-Holland District Court on June 27. The Delft-based company, facing a liquidity shortage, filed for bankruptcy itself. A […]

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French Council of State Overturns Ban on Sale of Organic Summer Vegetables Grown in Heated Greenhouses

French Council of State Overturns Ban on Sale of Organic Summer Vegetables Grown in Heated Greenhouses

In a landmark decision, the French Council of State has ruled against a ban on selling organic summer vegetables grown in heated greenhouses in France between December 21 and April […]

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Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation Awards $75K CCF Grant to KAPPA AgTech

Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation Awards $75K CCF Grant to KAPPA AgTech

The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) announced today that Vienna-based agricultural technology firm, KAPPA AgTech, is the recipient of a Commonwealth Commercialization Fund (CCF) grant amounting to $75,000. This recent […]

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Private equity firm Sandton Capital Partners acquires Vindara, pioneering seeds for vertical indoor farming.

Sandton Capital Partners Acquires Vindara

Sandton Capital Partners, a private equity investment manager, has recently made an undisclosed acquisition of Vindara, a pioneering company in vertical indoor farming. Vindara, founded in 2018, has revolutionized the […]

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Brewers Problem: Climate Challenges and Pest Problems Affects Hop Production

Brewers Problem: Climate Challenges and Pest Problems Affects Hop Production

Happy first day of summer! This season brings longer days, warm weather, and fun outdoor activities like barbecuing and enjoying cold beers. Unfortunately, climate change and pest infestations are impacting […]

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The Importance of Fertilizers in Controlled Environment Agriculture

The Importance of Fertilizers in Controlled Environment Agriculture

Key Takeaways Optimization of Plant Growth: Fertilizers in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) are critical for providing essential macro- and micronutrients needed for optimal plant growth and development. This targeted nutrient […]

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Integrating Vertical Farming Into Conventional Agriculture Intelligent Growth Solutions

Integrating Vertical Farming Into Conventional Agriculture

Intelligent Growth Solutions (IGS) Head of Operations North America, Steve Gereb, has outlined a sustainable vision for the future of vertical farming (VF). We had the chance to catch up […]

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Green Bronx Machine Reopens Con Edison Claremont Village Community Garden

Green Bronx Machine Latest News: Reopens Con Edison Claremont Village Community Garden

The Green Bronx Machine is set to host Con Edison, community members, local officials, students, parents, and guests from Google

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Saint-Laurent Greenlights Urban Agriculture: Residential Greenhouses and Industrial Rooftop Gardens

Saint-Laurent Greenlights Urban Agriculture: Residential Greenhouses and Industrial Rooftop Gardens

In a move toward urban biodiversity and local sourcing, the Saint-Laurent council has approved greenhouses in residential backyards and vegetable gardens in all yards. The decision at its general meeting […]

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