Pesticides’ Stain In Farming
The recent lack of lettuce in grocery stores and restaurants is a problem caused by a disease affecting lettuce crops. However, this problem is more comprehensive than lettuce and indicates […]
Cultures
International
Americas
Crop Protection
Funding Round
USDA Increases Funding for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
On Saturday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced additional funding of $72.9 million for its Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The objective is to support innovative projects that […]
Economy
Hydroponics
International
WFP and Madagascar Partner to Transform Rural Communities
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Government of Madagascar have launched an innovative project that aims to develop rural communities in the Androy and Anosy regions in […]
Americas
Laws and Patents
International Fresh Produce Association Meets With house Agriculture Committee Chair
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) met with incoming House Agriculture Committee Chair Representative GT Thompson (R-PA) and other key House leaders at the Pennsylvania Farm Show on January 13 […]
Environment
International
2023 Zayed Sustainability Prize Winners Announced at Abu Dhabi Ceremony
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) presented awards to the winners of the 2023 Zayed Sustainability Prize at a ceremony held in Abu […]
Americas
Corporate
Leafy Greens
Local Bounti Introduces Greenhouse-Grown Lettuce Wrap Kit
Local Bounti, an indoor agriculture company has launched its chef-inspired Asian Style Chicken Lettuce Wrap Kit at 194 Sprouts Farmers Markets locations in California and Arizona. This product is aimed […]
AgTech
EMEA
James Hutton Institute’s £28.7m Upgrade: Advanced Plant Growth Centre and International Barley Hub Construction
Contracts totaling £28.7 million have been signed between McLaughlin & Harvey and The James Hutton Institute. The contract includes the construction of a combination Advanced Plant Growth Centre (APGC) and […]
AgTech
Corporate
Emerging Markets
Funding Round
Catalyst Fund Unveils Investment In African Climate Resiliency Solutions
The Catalyst Fund announced a $2 million investment in ten entrepreneurs developing strategies to strengthen the resilience of communities in Africa that are susceptible to climate change. This is the […]
Corporate
EMEA
Funding Round
LiFi4Food Wins European EIT Jumpstarter Program
Spanish start-up LiFi4Food has won the food category of the European EIT Jumpstarter program, a cross-border partnership of leading businesses, education, and research organizations. LiFi4Food aims to provide sustainable solutions […]