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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 UAE University launched the Smart Mushroom House at Al Foah Research Farm in Al Ain, a facility focused on sustainable cultivation.

UAE University Launches Smart Mushroom House to Support Food Security and Circular Agriculture

The UAE University launched the Smart Mushroom House at Al Foah Research Farm in Al Ain, a facility focused on sustainable cultivation.

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DENSO has acquired a partial equity stake in FoodVentures, making it a consolidated subsidiary of the DENSO Group.

DENSO Acquires Stake in FoodVentures, Makes It a Consolidated Subsidiary

DENSO has acquired a partial equity stake in FoodVentures, making it a consolidated subsidiary of the DENSO Group.

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The Resource Innovation Institute (RII) identified a gap in the U.S. controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry: no centralized certification program existed for the trades workforce designing, building, and maintaining greenhouse facilities.

Rob Eddy on Why the Design & Construction Industry Needs Horticulture Education

The Resource Innovation Institute (RII) identified a gap in the U.S. controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry: no centralized certification program existed for the trades workforce designing, building, and maintaining greenhouse facilities.

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Explore the innovative hydroponic classroom container farm, where students engage in real-time agricultural education.

What Is a Hydroponic Classroom Container Farm? A Practical Guide for Educators

Explore the innovative hydroponic classroom container farm, where students engage in real-time agricultural education.

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LettUs Grow, in collaboration with the John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute, and University of Bristol, has demonstrated that pea shoots grown via Advanced Aeroponics can deliver the full recommended daily allowance (RDA) of Vitamin B12 in a single 15-gram serving.

LettUs Grow Achieves Vitamin B12-Fortified Pea Shoots at Commercial Scale

LettUs Grow, in collaboration with the John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute, and University of Bristol, has demonstrated that pea shoots grown via Advanced Aeroponics can deliver the full recommended daily allowance (RDA) of Vitamin B12 in a single 15-gram serving.

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Edible Garden reported revenue of $3.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, compared with $4.3 million in Q2 2024.

Edible Garden Reports 2025 Financial Results, Announces RTD Manufacturing Expansion

Edible Garden reported Q4 2025 revenue of $4.1 million, up from $3.9 million in Q4 2024, driven by new account launches including The Kroger Co.

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Van der Hoeven announced the appointment of Peter van Laarschot as its new Chief Executive Officer. His mandate begins April 1, 2026.

Van der Hoeven Appoints Peter van Laarschot as New CEO

Van der Hoeven announced the completion of the Better Future Farms facility in Virginia, a leafy greens greenhouse located on a 61-acre site.

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Bom Group and HX Agriculture have signed a long-term cooperation agreement to build multiple HX AGF greenhouses across China.

Bom Group and HX Agriculture Sign Long-Term Greenhouse Partnership in China

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and Bom Group signed a landmark agreement to construct a new high-tech research center in Bleiswijk.

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Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. reported second quarter 2025 net sales of $39.2 million, down from $54.8 million in the prior year period.

Hydrofarm Reports Q4 2025 Financial Results with $232M Impairment Charge

Hydrofarm's net sales decreased 32.7% to $25.1 million in Q4 2025 compared to $37.3 million in the prior year period, primarily due to industry oversupply.

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Explore Jim Kras's vision for Edible Garden: from produce to plant-based innovations and sustainable packaging solutions.

Jim Kras on Edible Garden’s Path From Greenhouse to Ready-to-Drink

Explore Jim Kras's vision for Edible Garden: from produce to plant-based innovations and sustainable packaging solutions.

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