Brooklyn Grange Appoints Sam Murray as First CEO
Sam Murray, a leader with experience in retail, CPG, e-commerce, manufacturing, and B2B services, joins Brooklyn Grange as CEO.
Urban Farming
Keep up with the latest in urban farming news, spotlighting innovations and practices that bring agriculture into city environments. This section provides insights for urban farmers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, covering developments in rooftop gardens, hydroponics, community-supported agriculture, and sustainable food production, all aimed at fostering resilient local food systems within urban spaces.
Appointments
Urban Farming
Urban Farming
Sharjah Sustainable City’s ‘Discover Your UrbanFarm’ Initiative Earns PMI Recognition
Sharjah Sustainable City’s ‘Discover Your UrbanFarm’ initiative is recognized for its contribution to promoting sustainable urban living.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 1st October 2024
- 2 minutes read
Agriculture Awards
Urban Farming
Yuanye Spring by Vicky Chan Wins Silver at A’ Design Award for Landscape Planning and Garden Design
Yuanye Spring, designed by Vicky Chan, has won the Silver A' Design Award in the Landscape Planning and Garden Design category.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 26th August 2024
- 1 minute read
Partnerships
Urban Farming
Urban Growers Collective Partners with Vitable Health to Enhance Community Wellness in Chicago
Urban Growers Collective (UGC) announces a new partnership with Vitable Health to improve access to health and wellness in Chicago.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 19th July 2024
- 2 minutes read
Agriculture Projects
Urban Farming
Star Properties Launches “After The Rain” Urban Agriculture Condos in Hong Kong
Star Properties introduces "After The Rain" (ATR) condos, integrating urban agriculture within residential developments.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 28th May 2024
- 1 minute read
Urban Farming
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Highlights Commitment to Youth Development and Agricultural Markets in Georgia
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited Turn Around Columbus, a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Georgia, focusing on youth development and learning opportunities.
- by Sepehr Achard
- 20th May 2024
- 2 minutes read
Appointments
Urban Farming
UGC Announces Leadership Transition
Key Takeaways: Leadership Transition:Â Urban Growers Collective (UGC)Â announces a significant change in leadership as co-founder Laurell Sims steps down. Erika Allen, the other co-founder, will now serve as the sole CEO. […]
- by admin1
- 8th February 2024
- 2 minutes read
Research
Urban Farming
Urban Agriculture’s Environmental Impact: A New Perspective
Key Takeaways: Urban agriculture (UA) has been increasingly viewed as a sustainable and just alternative to city-based food production. However, a new study by Hawes et al., 2024 highlights that […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 29th January 2024
- 1 minute read
Research
Urban Farming
Urban Agriculture Framework: Social-Ecological Effects
Key Takeaways The research by Qiu et al. (2024) proposes scaling up urban agriculture to achieve resilient and sustainable urban systems. The current understanding of the processes and pathways for […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 8th January 2024
- 1 minute read
Reports
Urban Farming
Vertical Farming
Low-Tech Vertical Farming: The Power Of Growing Upwards
Vertical farming is often associated with high-tech solutions, but low-tech vertical farming, such as vertical towers, is becoming more popular in urban and suburban areas. This method involves growing crops […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 18th December 2023
- 10 minutes read
AgriBusiness
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Mergers & Acquisitions
Urban Farming
JFS and Altius Farms’ New Chapter in Urban Agriculture
The Jewish Family Service of Colorado (JFS) has ushered in a new chapter in its pursuit of community welfare and sustainable development. The esteemed community organization acquired Altius Farms, a […]
- by admin1
- 13th September 2023
- 2 minutes read
Appointments
Urban Farming
Tepfirah Rushdan Appointed as First Director of Urban Agriculture
Detroit’s local government has taken a significant stride in recognizing the essence of urban agriculture. In a symbolic move, Mayor Mike Duggan recently unveiled Tepfirah Rushdan as the inaugural Director […]
- by admin1
- 13th September 2023
- 1 minute read
Regenerative Agriculture
Urban Farming
Urban Beekeeping: 3Bee’s Biodiversity Oases
Urban beekeeping has become a symbol of hope for many city-dwellers, a sign of nature’s resilience in the face of urban sprawl. The image of bees buzzing among towering skyscrapers […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 25th August 2023
- 2 minutes read
New Technology In Agriculture
Reports
Urban Farming
Rooted Horizons Report Unveils Path to Urban Agriculture in LA
In the heart of Los Angeles, a collaborative effort between the Larta Institute and the Los Angeles Food Policy Council (LAFPC) has yielded an enlightening report that delves into the […]
- by admin1
- 24th August 2023
- 3 minutes read
Controlled Environment Agriculture
Urban Farming
Modus and Alberta Food Security Introduce Viintus
Modus has teamed up with Alberta Food Security in a landmark collaboration to launch Viintus, a state-of-the-art building structure set to redefine the agricultural landscape. This partnership merges the prowess […]
- by Sepehr Achard
- 10th August 2023
- 1 minute read