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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.

NEXCOM introduced the NDiS B339, an edge computing system designed for semi-outdoor environments, ideal for smart agriculture applications.
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NEXCOM Unveils NDiS B339: AI-Driven Edge Computing System for Smart Agriculture Solutions

NEXCOM introduced the NDiS B339, an edge computing system designed for semi-outdoor environments, ideal for smart agriculture applications.

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AppHarvest's journey: from revolutionizing farming in Kentucky to struggling with operational issues, setbacks, and legal complications.
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AppHarvest Latest: Reports Sheds Light On Working Conditions

AppHarvest's journey: from revolutionizing farming in Kentucky to struggling with operational issues, setbacks, and legal complications.

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SEF has named RGC as its exclusive construction partner, building on a 25-year collaborative relationship.
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SEF Announces Exclusive Partnership with RGC to Drive Greenhouse Construction

SEF has named RGC as its exclusive construction partner, building on a 25-year collaborative relationship.

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Certis Biologicals introduces Convergence, a versatile and sustainable biofungicide providing comprehensive disease control and plant health
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Certis Biologicals Appoints Eda Reinot as President, Set to Transition to CEO

Certis Biologicals, a leader in bio-based agricultural innovations, has named Eda Reinot as its new President, with plans for her to transition to CEO.

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GreenVenus, LLC, has developed a fast-growing lettuce variety ideal for controlled-environment agriculture (CEA).
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GreenVenus Introduces Fast-Growing Lettuce for Indoor Farming

GreenVenus, LLC, has developed a fast-growing lettuce variety ideal for controlled-environment agriculture (CEA).

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  • 10th September 2024
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Floris Berghout, the new CEO of Viemose DGS, aims to strengthen the company’s position in automated leafy green production systems.
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Steering Viemose DGS Toward Innovation & Global Leadership in Indoor Farming

Floris Berghout, the new CEO of Viemose DGS, aims to strengthen the company’s position in automated leafy green production systems.

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The Transfarmation Project® launched a demonstration hub in Wadesboro, North Carolina, on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.
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The Transfarmation Project® Launches North Carolina Demonstration Hub

The Transfarmation Project® launched a demonstration hub in Wadesboro, North Carolina, on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

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On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.
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Ron van der Knaap Steps Down as CEO of Van der Knaap Group

On January 1, 2025, Ron van der Knaap, founder and CEO of the Van der Knaap Group, will officially step down from his role.

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Smallhold, a company specializing in sustainably grown mushrooms, has announced its official designation as a Certified B Corporation.
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Smallhold Inc. Exits Chapter 11 with New Growth Strategy

Smallhold, a Certified B-Corp, successfully exits Chapter 11 reorganization led by an investment from Monomyth Group.

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  • 9th September 2024
  • 2 minutes read
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Inaho Inc., based in Kanagawa, Japan, has been conducting trials of its snack tomato (loose cherry tomato) harvesting robot with growers in the Netherlands since May 2023.
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Inaho Shares Progress In Tomato Harvesting Robot Trials in the Netherlands

Inaho Inc., based in Kanagawa, Japan, has been conducting trials of its snack tomato (loose cherry tomato) harvesting robot with growers in the Netherlands since May 2023.

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Stephen Ritz, founder of Green Bronx Machine, joins Babylon Micro-Farms as a brand ambassador.
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Babylon Micro-Farms Appoints Stephen Ritz As Brand Ambassador

Stephen Ritz, founder of Green Bronx Machine, joins Babylon Micro-Farms as a brand ambassador.

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  • 5th September 2024
  • 5 minutes read
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Skytree, a leader in carbon utilization and removal solutions, has partnered with Scanfil to manufacture its Direct Air Capture (DAC) units.
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Skytree Partners with Scanfil to Scale Direct Air Capture Technology

Skytree, a leader in carbon utilization and removal solutions, has partnered with Scanfil to manufacture its Direct Air Capture (DAC) units.

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  • 5th September 2024
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Bluelab, announces major upgrades to its controller lineup at MJBIZ Con 2023, marking a significant stride in indoor ag.
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Bluelab Launches OnePen™: A 3-in-1 Handheld Device for Plant Monitoring

Bluelab, a leader in precision measurement solutions for the horticulture industry, has announced the launch of the OnePen™

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A 28-hectare Sino-Dutch Horticulture Economic Park will be developed in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province in China.
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Sino-Dutch Cooperation: Advancing Horticulture in Huzhou City

A 28-hectare Sino-Dutch Horticulture Economic Park will be developed in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province in China.

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Discover the potential of insect farming in CEA. Find out how it can reduce pressure on ecosystems and provide sustainable protein sources.
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Growing Need to Diversify Protein Sources: The Role of Insect Farms In Greenhouses

Discover the potential of insect farming in CEA. Find out how it can reduce pressure on ecosystems and provide sustainable protein sources.

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