The Farms™ Sign MOU With Priva Horticulture
Key Takeaways Priva Horticulture and The Farms™ have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the AgraME exhibition in Dubai. The MOU is the result of extensive dialogues, mutual visits, […]
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.
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Partnerships
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Research
Study Reveals Optimal CO2 Enrichment Levels for Strawberry Greenhouses Using Computational Fluid Dynamics
Key Takeaways Zhang et al., 2023, employed Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to study CO2 enrichment in strawberry greenhouses. The study aims to improve the low energy use efficiency level of […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 16th October 2023
- 1 minute read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Sponsored Article
A Dive into CEA Efficiency and Sustainability with Derek Smith
The world of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is experiencing rapid evolution. The quest for increased efficiency and sustainable practices is at the forefront of these advancements. Recently, we had the […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 16th October 2023
- 3 minutes read
AgroFood
Partnerships
Vertical Farming
Cultivating Freshness: Farm-to-Terminal Dining at CVG Airport
Key Takeaways: Collaborative Freshness: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) collaborates with 80 Acres Farms and Paradies Lagardère to offer fresh food options for travelers year-round. Local and Sustainable: 80 Acres Farms brings […]
- by admin1
- 16th October 2023
- 3 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Vertical Farming
Fraise d’Hiver: Quebec’s Sustainable Strawberry Revolution
Key Takeaways: Year-Round Availability: Fraise d’hiver (Winter Farms) strawberries, an innovative product, are now available throughout all seasons, providing Quebec consumers with a fresh, local option even in winter. Innovative […]
- by admin1
- 16th October 2023
- 2 minutes read
AgriBusiness
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Mergers & Acquisitions
New Technology In Agriculture
Stock Market
Vertical Farming
Kalera Assets Acquired By Lactuca Holdings
Lactuca Holdings, LLC has acquired the assets of Kalera, a US-based vertical farming company, for an undisclosed amount.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 13th October 2023
- 9 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
The Dawn of LNG-Cooled Greenhouses in Malaysia
Key Takeaways: Innovative Collaboration: Bluelab, Excel Seeds, MIGHT, and Wasavé team up for a groundbreaking sustainable agriculture project in Malaysia. Energy and Emission Reduction: The innovative LNG greenhouse cooling technology […]
- by admin1
- 13th October 2023
- 3 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Tomato Tariffs Could Lead to 50% Price Hike for American Consumers
Key Takeaways A group of domestic tomato producers is urging the U.S. Department of Commerce to end a trade agreement with Mexico. The termination could result in tariffs of over […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 11th October 2023
- 1 minute read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Digital Solutions
Joy Plant B.V. Embarks on Sustainable Horticulture Project with Powerplus Group
Key Takeaways: Sustainable Growth: Joy Plant B.V., a leading grower of Aloe Vera in the Netherlands, is committed to sustainable growth and environmental consciousness. LED Lighting: The company is significantly […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 5th October 2023
- 1 minute read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Vertical Farming
Raiz Vertical Farm Aims to Bring Sustainable Urban Agriculture to More Companies in Portugal
Key Takeaways: Sustainable Urban Agriculture: Raiz Vertical Farm offers a sustainable urban agriculture solution that uses 90% less water and 95% less land to mitigate local agricultural scarcity in Portugal. […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 5th October 2023
- 2 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Funding Round
Groots Hydroponics Secures Investment for National Expansion
Key Takeaways: Groots Hydroponics receives investment from Tech Transfer Agrifood FCR fund, aiding national expansion. The funding round, led by existing partners, aligns with sustainable agricultural practices. The Tech Transfer […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 4th October 2023
- 1 minute read
AgTech Learning & Achievements
Controlled Environment Agriculture
UniLaSalle Unveils Indoor Ag Research Center to Foster Agricultural Innovation
Key Takeaways: UniLaSalle inaugurates a cutting-edge Indoor Farming Research Center on its Rouen campus, boosting its R&D capabilities in agriculture technology. The new center is expected to pioneer solutions for […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 4th October 2023
- 1 minute read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Plant Science
Research
Innovate UK Funds Project to Optimize Strawberry Farming Through Acoustic Sensors
Key Takeaways: Fewer than 30% of individuals in the UK meet the recommended fruit and vegetable intake, posing health risks. A 24-month early-stage project funded by Innovate UK aims to […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 4th October 2023
- 2 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Partnerships
Stantec and Nuleaf Farms Announce Strategic Partnership
Key Takeaways: Stantec and Nuleaf Farms have entered a strategic partnership to transform sustainable agriculture and food security. The collaboration leverages Stantec’s engineering expertise and Nuleaf Farms’ advanced indoor farming […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 4th October 2023
- 1 minute read
AgTech Deals
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Robertet Partners with Interstellar Lab to Innovate Plant-Based Natural Ingredients Production
Key Takeaways Robertet acquired its first BioPod from biotech startup Interstellar Lab to advance agronomic research. The BioPod is an AI-controlled biofarm that optimizes plant growth and molecular composition. This […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 3rd October 2023
- 1 minute read