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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.

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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ICA Kvantum Märsta has selected Swegreen's in-store growing technology, with the Saga Medium system launching in spring 2026.

Swegreen Secures USD 2.2M to Scale In-Store Farming Operations

ICA Kvantum Märsta has selected Swegreen's in-store growing technology, with the Saga Medium system launching in spring 2026.

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Local Bounti reported a 38% year-over-year increase in sales and a 181% increase in gross profit for full-year 2024.

Local Bounti Reports 27% Revenue Growth in 2025, Secures $15M Investment

Local Bounti Corporation (NYSE: LOCL), a U.S. indoor agriculture company, has announced it secured $15 million through the issuance of a convertible note with an existing strategic investor.

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Discover how school farms using hydroponic systems enhance STEM education and real-world agricultural skills.

Container Farms for Schools: How FarmBox Foods Is Transforming STEM, Food Security, and Experiential Learning

Discover how school farms using hydroponic systems enhance STEM education and real-world agricultural skills.

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Generate Capital announced the sale of Equinox Growers, a Virginia-based high-tech greenhouse operator, to Taylor Farms, a leading North American fresh food producer.

Equinox Growers Greenhouse Facility Sold to Taylor Farms

Generate Capital announced the sale of Equinox Growers, a Virginia-based high-tech greenhouse operator, to Taylor Farms, a leading North American fresh food producer.

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Signify and the University of British Columbia (UBC) have entered their fifth consecutive year of collaboration to develop a production protocol for growing peppers year-round under Philips brand LED lighting.

Signify and UBC Enter Fifth Year of LED Pepper Trial to Enable Year-Round Canadian Production

Signify, through its Philips GrowWise Research Center, has identified optimized light and temperature strategies that double the yield of crispy lettuce in vertical farming conditions.

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