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AgTech Weekly: Partnerships, Funding, and Innovations
Key Takeaways Updates include strategic partnerships, funding news, product launches, and groundbreaking projects in AgTech. Highlights from companies like Phytech, Lumo, Burro, Sound Agriculture, ADAMA, and Plenty Unlimited. New directory members: Ounce of Hope Aquaponics and Women in CEA. Details on upcoming AgTech events, including Indoor Ag-Con 2025 and World Agri-Tech San Francisco. A…
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Daryl Urbanski of Oasis BioHome On Aiming to Offer Self-Sufficient Housing Solutions
Key Takeaways: Daryl Urbanski discusses on Vertical Farming Podcast, Oasis BioHome proposing self-sufficient, off-grid homes with integrated food, water, and energy systems. Homes are designed for construction in 90 days with financing options targeting full ownership in 3-5 years. Features include solar power, rainwater collection, and indoor gardens for sustainable living. The initiative…
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AGCO Corporation Sets Bold Financial and Strategic Goals
Key Takeaways: AGCO (Profile) aims to achieve adjusted mid-cycle operating margins of 14%-15% and industry outgrowth of 4%-5% annually by 2029. The company is targeting net sales of $1.7 billion for Fendt in North and South America, $2.3 billion in parts sales, and $2.0 billion in precision ag sales. AGCO introduced its PTx portfolio, focusing on mixed fleet smart farming, autonomy solutions,…
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Indoor Ag-Con 2025: Expanding Horizons for CEA
Key Takeaways: Indoor Ag-Con 2025 will be held on March 11-12, 2025, at the Westgate Las Vegas. The event will feature an expanded Expo Hall with 200+ global exhibitors, new CEAs Awards, and comprehensive Conference sessions. Co-located events include the CEA Alliance Annual Meeting and the International Sprout Growers Association (ISGA) 33rd Annual Convention. New and returning features include…
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Heliospectra Launches Dynamic MITRA X Multi-Channel LED Lighting Systems
Key Takeaways: Heliospectra introduces Dynamic MITRA X C3 and C4, multi-channel LED solutions tailored for precision spectrum control in modern horticulture. The systems integrate seamlessly with HelioCORE™ software, offering real-time light adjustments, energy tracking, and automated scheduling. MITRA X C3 features three channels for customizable plant growth phases, while MITRA X C4 provides…
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CoBank Shows US Dairy Exports To Mexico Near Record Levels
Key Takeaways: CoBank shows that Mexico remains the leading market for U.S. dairy exports, accounting for over one-fourth of U.S. international sales and 4.5% of total U.S. milk production. Dairy consumption in Mexico has increased by 50 pounds per capita since 2011, while local production has not kept pace with demand. U.S. dairy exports to Mexico grew to 1.38 billion pounds in 2023, with a…
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Growers Edge Acquires AQUAOSO Technologies to Enhance Agricultural Lending Solutions
Key Takeaways: Growers Edge (Profile), a financial technology firm, has acquired AQUAOSO Technologies, which operates under the Agcor brand and provides mapping, data, and analytics software for agricultural lenders. The acquisition aims to integrate Agcor’s climate intelligence tools with Growers Edge’s land valuation models to improve agricultural lending processes. Lenders, including Golden…
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Advancing Eco Agriculture Secures $3.8M USDA Grant
Key Takeaways: Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA) has been awarded a $3.8 million grant through the USDA’s Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP). The grant will support AEA’s efforts to scale its regenerative agriculture solutions and upgrade its 55,000-square-foot production facility in Aurora, Colorado. Funding will enable AEA to expand its workforce and increase the availability of…
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OnePointOne Achieves Organic Certification for Arizona-Based Vertical Farm
Key Takeaways: OnePointOne (OPO), a leader in advanced indoor vertical farming, has received organic certification for its Arizona-based farm Willo. The certification ensures that OPO’s farming processes meet stringent organic standards, solidifying its commitment to sustainability and consumer health. Willo, OPO’s consumer-facing brand, becomes one of the few hydroponic vertical farming brands…
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USDA Allocates $116M to Expand Fertilizer Production in Nine States
Key Takeaways: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $116 million in fertilizer production through the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP). Projects in California, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin aim to increase fertilizer supply, lower costs for farmers, and enhance food affordability for consumers. FPEP has allocated $517…
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Desert Control Joins UN World Food Program Innovation Accelerator to Pilot Liquid Natural Clay in Iraq
Key Takeaways: Desert Control AS has been selected to join the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) Innovation Accelerator SPRINT Program to pilot its Liquid Natural Clay (LNC) technology in Iraq. The six-month project, funded by the WFP Innovation Accelerator, will focus on improving soil health, reducing water consumption, and enabling sustainable agriculture under desert conditions. The…
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Pivot Bio Partners with Hefty Seed Co. to Expand Access to Microbial Nitrogen Solutions
Key Takeaways: Pivot Bio and Hefty Seed Co. have announced a strategic distribution partnership to offer PROVEN® 40, a microbial nitrogen source, at all Hefty Seed locations starting in 2025. Hefty Seed Co., with 49 retail locations across 10 states, is one of the largest independent ag retailers in the U.S. PROVEN® 40 provides a steady, in-season nitrogen supply, complementing synthetic…
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GEODNET Partners With Burro To Enhance GPS Precision
Key Takeaways: Burro, a leader in agricultural robotics, partners with GEODNET to integrate Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) GPS technology into its robots. The collaboration will improve Burro’s robots’ navigation accuracy and operational efficiency, particularly in areas with limited GPS coverage. GEODNET’s RTK technology enables rapid deployment of base stations, reducing setup times from weeks or…
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ADAMA’s Novel Active Ingredient Feralla® Receives Positive EFSA Assessment
Key Takeaways: The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published its assessment of ADAMA’s Feralla®, identifying no critical areas of concern. Feralla®-based molluscicides provide a rapid stop-feeding effect and enhanced pellet integrity compared to existing Ferric-Phosphate products. Field trials show a 90% reduction in crop damage within three days, supporting both performance and…
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Hunter Swisher Joins Sustainable Phosphorus Alliance Board of Directors
Key Takeaways: Hunter Swisher, founder and CEO of Phospholutions, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sustainable Phosphorus Alliance. Swisher is recognized for his expertise in phosphorus management innovations, reducing environmental impact while enhancing agricultural productivity. The Sustainable Phosphorus Alliance works to address phosphorus-related challenges, including…
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Sound Agriculture Spins Out Plant Epigenetics Platform, Raises $25M Series D Extension
Key Takeaways: Sound Agriculture secured a $25 million extension to its Series D raise, co-led by BMO Impact Investment Fund and S2G Ventures. The funding will support Sound’s growth toward profitability and the launch of bioinspired nutrient efficiency solutions. Sound’s leading products, SOURCE® and BLUEPRINT™, focus on improving soil health, nutrient efficiency, and crop productivity. The…
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ICL Expands Investment in Plantible Foods Further Collaboration
Key Takeaways: ICL participated in Plantible Foods’ Series B funding round, building on its initial investment during the Series A round. The collaboration led to the launch of Rovitaris Binding Solution, powered by Rubi Protein, in October 2023. Rovitaris was recognized with the Ingredient Idol award at the 2024 SupplySide West (SSW) conference as the year’s most innovative food ingredient. The…
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