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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 12 hours ago
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Connecticut Department of Agriculture Announces FY 2025 Connecticut Grown for Connecticut Kids Grant Program
Key Takeaways: 15 farms in Northwest Connecticut receive funding for climate-smart agricultural projects. The grants are supported by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture through a $750,000 award. Projects include energy efficiency, soil health improvements, and emission reduction. Awarded farms represent a range of agricultural sectors, from dairy to aquaculture. A public celebration of…
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Jones Food Company Enters Administration, Seeking Buyer
Key Takeaways Jones Food Company (JFC) ceased operations at its Lydney site on 7 April 2025 and entered administration. The company launched JFC2, its second vertical farm, in February 2024, highlighting environmental performance and year-round production. RSM UK has been appointed to oversee the administration, with 61 redundancies and 11 staff retained to support the transition. JFC’s…
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Zayndu Launches S-Prime Protocols to Improve Spinach Germination
Key Takeaways Zayndu has launched S-Prime, a crop-specific protocol package for spinach designed for use with its ActivatedAir plasma seed priming system. The package includes treatments optimized for over a dozen spinach varieties. Protocols are compatible with Zayndu’s SeedCloud platform for ease of deployment. The initiative aims to support growers in achieving consistent germination rates…
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Headwall Photonics and GRYFN Partner to Simplify Hyperspectral Data Processing
Key Takeaways Headwall Photonics and GRYFN announce a strategic partnership to integrate hyperspectral imaging hardware with advanced data processing software. The joint solution targets applications in agriculture, environmental monitoring, natural resources, and defense. The GRYFN Processing Tool will now be offered with Headwall systems to support UAV-based hyperspectral, LiDAR, and GNSS data…
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WASDE Report: Increased U.S. Wheat Stocks, Adjustments Across Commodities
Key Takeaways The April WASDE report forecasts higher U.S. wheat imports and ending stocks, with reduced exports. Corn exports are projected higher, while ending stocks are expected to decline. Global rice production is revised up, making India the top global rice producer for 2024/25. U.S. soybean ending stocks are lowered despite increased crush and imports. Meat and dairy production estimates…
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AgBoost Secures $500K Investment and Signs Licensing Agreement with Australian Animal Health Company
Key Takeaways: AgBoost has closed a $500,000 investment round led by an angel investor to support platform development and expansion. A new licensing agreement with Australia-based MedIrAlis opens international growth opportunities for AgBoost. The company focuses on using genomic and phenotypic data to support breeding, health, and nutrition decisions for livestock. AgBoost plans to expand its…
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WSSA Latest: New Study Evaluates Weed Control Efficiency of Drone Spraying with Low-Drift Nozzles
Key Takeaways: Remotely Piloted Aerial Application Systems (RPAASs) using low-drift nozzles at low spray volumes (1.0–1.5 gal/acre) achieved weed control comparable to traditional ground sprayers according to a study featured in WSSA’s journal. The study focused on large crabgrass control in turfgrass settings and tested multiple nozzle types. The research was conducted in 2022 at two sites in…
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GrubMarket Acquires Delta Fresh Produce to Expand Year-Round Sourcing and AI Integration
Key Takeaways: GrubMarket has acquired Delta Fresh Produce, a U.S.-Mexico produce distributor with a 90+ year history. Delta Fresh manages over 2,300 acres of open-field and indoor production in Mexico. The company supplies major U.S. retailers and restaurant chains, including Walmart, Chipotle, and Sysco. Delta Fresh will continue under its current leadership and gain access to GrubMarket’s…
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Topline Farms® Appoints Dr. Justine Taylor as Chief Sustainability Officer
Key Takeaways: Topline Farms® has named Dr. Justine Taylor as its first Chief Sustainability Officer to advance its sustainability initiatives. Taylor brings over 15 years of leadership experience in agriculture, most recently from CropLife Canada and OGVG. She will lead Topline Farms®’ efforts to align environmental practices with regulatory and retail standards. The company is also launching…
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Edacious Collaborates on Research Highlighting Nutrient Variability in Beef
Key Takeaways: Edacious partnered with Utah State University and the Bionutrient Institute to study nutrient density in beef. The study found that beef’s nutritional composition varies significantly based on production practices. Early data indicates higher levels of omega-3s and phytochemicals in beef raised on diverse pasture-based systems. Edacious provided digital infrastructure to organize,…
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Cogitate Powers ARU’s Rapid Launch of National Farm, Ranch & Rural Estates Insurance Product
Key Takeaways: Cogitate supported ARU’s 17-week deployment of a national Farm, Ranch & Rural Estates product using the DigitalEdge platform. The offering is available across the continental U.S. and targets a wide range of agricultural and rural property types. The platform streamlines underwriting, billing, and policy management with integrated third-party data. The launch addresses growing…
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Agriculture Stocks Latest: Sharp Decline Amid Trade War
Key Takeaways: Agriculture stocks, including John Deere, Corteva, and FMC, posted weekly losses between 6% and 14%. Major U.S. indices fell significantly after new tariffs were announced, with the Nasdaq entering bear market territory. CNH Industrial fell over 11% despite announcing new acquisitions and partnerships. The Trump administration has not signaled any delay in tariff implementation…
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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 10 days ago
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EarthOptics Launches Total Farm Program for 2025 Crop Year
Key Takeaways EarthOptics introduces Total Farm, a subscription-based agronomic planning platform. Combines soil sensor data, DNA testing, satellite imagery, and yield data. Farmers receive full-field recommendations for fertility, crop protection, and input optimization. The flat-rate pricing is set at $4 per acre for all services included. Total Farm integrates with widely used farm data…
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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 10 days ago
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MyEasyFarm & EcoAct Partner to Tackle Scope 3 Agricultural Emissions
Key Takeaways EcoAct and MyEasyFarm have announced a partnership to address Scope 3 emissions from agricultural raw materials. The collaboration provides agri-food companies with a solution to measure, report, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The platform aligns with regulatory frameworks like SBTi FLAG and the GHG Protocol. MyEasyFarm brings expertise in farm-level data; EcoAct contributes…
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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 10 days ago
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StartLife Welcomes Yanmar Ventures as New Investor Partner
Key Takeaways Yanmar Ventures joins StartLife as an Investor Partner to support early-stage agrifoodtech startups. The partnership follows Yanmar’s expansion into Europe with a new office in Amsterdam. Both organizations aim to accelerate sustainable food and farming innovations. The VC firm is already active in the StartLife ecosystem through its investment in Vegger. The partnership includes…
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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 10 days ago
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Lindsay Corporation Reports Q2 FY2025 Earnings Growth
Key Takeaways Lindsay Corporation reported a 47% increase in quarterly net earnings, with revenues rising to $187.1 million. International irrigation sales, particularly in the MENA region, drove 11% revenue growth in the segment. Infrastructure revenues more than doubled, aided by the completion of a large Road Zipper System™ project. Operating income rose 45%, supported by a favorable mix and…
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indoorverticalfarmingnews · 10 days ago
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CHS Reports Q2 FY2025 Net Loss of $75.8M
Key Takeaways CHS reported a net loss of $75.8 million in Q2 FY2025 compared to net income of $170.3 million in Q2 FY2024. Revenues declined to $7.8 billion from $9.1 billion year over year. Energy and Ag segments experienced lower earnings due to unfavorable market conditions. Nitrogen production earnings were lower, driven by increased natural gas costs. First-half FY2025 net income totaled…
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