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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.
The Energy Conundrum In Indoor Farming: How Power Constraints Shaped Innovation in 2025
- by Sepehr Achard
- 12th February 2026
Discover the impact of rising energy costs on indoor farming innovation and the focus on optimizing power consumption.
Sollum Technologies Selected by Roelands Plant Farms for 12-Acre Greenhouse Expansion
- by Madison Hong
- 12th February 2026
Sollum Technologies announced that Roelands Plant Farms, a leading propagator in Ontario specializing in vine crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers, has selected its advanced dynamic LED lighting solution for a 12-acre expansion at its Lambton Shores facility.
LocalDutch Introduces Scalable Urban Farm Shop Model Combining On-Site Production and Retail
- by Sepehr Achard
- 12th February 2026
LocalDutch, a The Hague-based agri-tech and food retail company, has announced plans to roll out a standardized and scalable urban farming model that integrates controlled-environment agriculture with direct-to-consumer retail and local delivery.
Fisher River Cree Nation Launches Hydroponic Farm to Strengthen Food Security in Northern Manitoba
- by Sepehr Achard
- 12th February 2026
Fisher River Cree Nation (FRCN) launches year-round hydroponic farm in partnership with ADRA Canada and Growcer Corp.
Oishii Launches Koyo Berry in Toronto, Expanding Smart Farm Strawberries to Canada
- by Sepehr Achard
- 12th February 2026
Oishii, the company behind what it describes as the world’s largest strawberry smart farm, has officially launched in Toronto with the Canadian debut of the Koyo Berry, a premium Japanese strawberry varietal.
Smart Monitoring and Controls Pilots with Commercial Growers Uncover Major Energy Savings
- by Sepehr Achard
- 11th February 2026
Smart monitoring and controls significantly reduce energy consumption. Learn how these technologies optimize agricultural practices.
Ÿnsect Reports Raise Questions About Operations
- by Sepehr Achard
- 10th February 2026
Ÿnsect has entered administration following prolonged financial and operational challenges.
Why Automation and Robotics Dominated CEA Innovation in 2025
- by Sepehr Achard
- 5th February 2026
Discover how Automation CEA is reshaping vertical farming with innovative robotics and AI-driven platforms for labor-intensive tasks.
LettUs Grow Joins QuBOOSTR Consortium to Pioneer UK Glasshouse Rubber Production
- by Sepehr Achard
- 5th February 2026
LettUs Grow joined the QuBOOSTR consortium, a precision breeding initiative aimed at establishing a sustainable, UK sourced natural rubber.