Highlights From The Indoor AgTech Summit
From June 29th to 30th, the renowned Marriott Hotel at Times Square in New York was teeming with groundbreaking ideas and visionary strategies. It was the setting for the eagerly-awaited […]
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
- by Sepehr Achard
- 7th July 2023
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, […]
Dutch AgTech Firm Honest Declared Bankrupt, Exploring Potential Relaunch
- by Sepehr Achard
- 5th July 2023
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 […]
French Council of State Overturns Ban on Sale of Organic Summer Vegetables Grown in Heated Greenhouses
- by Sepehr Achard
- 3rd July 2023
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 […]
Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation Awards $75K CCF Grant to KAPPA AgTech
- by Sepehr Achard
- 27th June 2023
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 […]
Sandton Capital Partners Acquires Vindara
- by admin1
- 27th June 2023
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 […]
Brewers Problem: Climate Challenges and Pest Problems Affects Hop Production
- by Sepehr Achard
- 26th June 2023
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 […]
The Importance of Fertilizers in Controlled Environment Agriculture
- by Sepehr Achard
- 22nd June 2023
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 […]
Integrating Vertical Farming Into Conventional Agriculture
- by Sepehr Achard
- 21st June 2023
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 […]
Green Bronx Machine Latest News: Reopens Con Edison Claremont Village Community Garden
- by Sepehr Achard
- 20th June 2023
The Green Bronx Machine is set to host Con Edison, community members, local officials, students, parents, and guests from Google