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Canobi AgTech's Robin Vincent:

“If you think about the farm as the body, we’re the nervous system”

Indoor Vertical.Farm and Food Security Capital:

“We are hands-on, in the country, training and teaching people how to use our equipment"

PB Tec opens new location in McKinney, Texas:

"Putting down real boots in the US is very important to us"

Walker S will automate seeding, monitoring, harvesting and crop automation

Newly launched humanoid robot to work in Malaysian vertical farm

Sector | Home growing devices

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Australia: Helping families to grow their own food inside apartment buildings

Sector | Suppliers

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Thanks to Ria, no more gaps:

Accordion mesh with a personal twist
Paauw Industrial Refrigeration completes numerous projects for fresh produce logistics providers

"As a team, we work as one, allowing us to accomplish a lot"
Airlux Technologies:

Beyond the name change: Staying ahead of emerging trends that are influencing indoor growing

New material platform unlocks the potential of natural pest control agents

New Italian soil and water analysis laboratory

Sector | Algae

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US: New edible algae cultivation facility introduces sustainable smart farming to Spirulina

Sector | Packaging

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Van Vugt Kruiden introduces new topseal packaging and box for edible flowers

Edible flowers in sustainable, transparent, and product-focused packaging

“Our ability to deliver complete packaging solutions sets us apart”
Albert Pinto talks about Viscon Group NA launching Foray

"New chapter in automation with Foray Enterprises"

US: BrightFresh Microgreens debuts new branding and packaging
JASA’s Joost Somford on packaging evolution

"What we see now is not a return to paper, but a new development path"

A new technology for extending the shelf life of produce

US (MA): Fresh fix on the way for greens that spoil too soon

Sector | Climate control

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Airlux Technologies’ Reinier Donkersloot:

"Smart farming isn’t plug and play"

Blue Radix strengthens position in France
Ramon van de Vrie, CCO at Ledgnd:

"We are seeing a clear shift among growers towards a plant-centered approach"

Hortipar and Bimco Holland enter exclusive partnership

How Desert Aire’s HVACD systems support consistency in vertical farming

Sector | Breeding

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From Peru to Svalbard: Peruvian native chilli seeds travel to the "Ark at the End of the World"

Rijk Zwaan Oceania names Peter Smith as new business manager

South Korea: Planning for the future with climate-resilient lettuce
Guido van den Ackerveken, CropXR:

“Starting with the best possible starting materials is vital”

USDA announces changes to plant variety protection office certificate management system

New Commercial Director announced for CN Seeds

NL: Enza Zaden opens state-of-the-art R&D facility and new energy center

Sector | Technology

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“We’ve helped growers conserve over 82 billion litres of water so far”

“We’re offering subsidized access to smart farming for the love of growing”

Agritech software built for repeatability and success

UAE researchers develop hybrid robots for agriculture

Micro Grow Control Systems announces the passing of founder and president Tom Piini, 71
greenhub launches GreenConnect

"We are looking for skilled farms to integrate our software and develop features they need"

Ghana: UNICEF StartUp Lab welcomes four agritech ventures into its 2025 cohort

Sector | Container farms

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US (NY): Hofstra University to use container farm to aid community food access
Taza Farms shifts from restaurants to ruminants

“In just seven days, we harvest a fresh, wet fodder mat”
CTL-ICS specializes in the sale and rental of used reefer containers

"Strong demand for used reefer containers from Africa and the Caribbean"
Verde Compacto's Juan Gabriel Succar:

“The system adds intangible value, turning sustainability into a business strategy and a market advantage”
Verde Compacto's container farm at Estadio Akron

“A fully functional food-production system built into the rhythm of stadium life”

New smart container farm hits the market

20,000 pounds of fresh greens annually for Ottawa's most vulnerable

Sector | Energy

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UK: Rising transmission costs put pressure on the greenhouse sector

“It’s essential that greenhouses are offered access to the same energy cost relief schemes"
90% reduction of net GHG emissions by 2040 remains binding

ETS2 postponed until 2028

US: Examining propane, greenhouses, vertical farming, and the food supply

The rise of electric trailers: "Every day you save about 30 liters of diesel"

How much energy does CEA consume on a global level?

Korea East-West Power completes the world's first energy-saving high-performance greenhouse

Eurecat and Lenium to develop energy self-sufficient greenhouses with organic photovoltaics

Sector | Aeroponics

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Does soil really need added nutrition? A key question for aeroponic saffron growers
Freya and German Aerospace Center partner to develop crop systems for space

"If it is reliable enough for orbit, it is built to last in any greenhouse”

Optimizing plasma discharge and spraying times for aeroponically grown lettuce
BotaniX’s Yishai Nissan on how vertical farming unlocks the full potential of medicinal plants

“Growing great plants is only half the battle, keeping their natural power intact is what matters”

Growing dill on aeroponic towers

India: Plans made to use aeroponics for potato seed production

Canadian company wants to take aeroponics to the moon

Sector | Aquaponics

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French university students get aquaponics crash-course

Italy: Growing aquaponically in unused buildings and school canteens

Examining the socioeconomic aspects of conventional growing versus sustainable integrated multi-trophic aquaponics

Japan, Nigeria collaborate on aquaponic training

Texas A&M to host aquaponics workshop

Sri Lankan Agri Minister inspects abandoned aquaponic project

“Aquaponics represents the future of agriculture"

Sector | Farming systems

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Overcoming climate challenges with customized CEA solutions

"Every controlled environment system, from a new crop variety to an AI-driven irrigation platform, has potential IP value"

Open-source, one-square-meter vertical farming system using Eurobox containers

Gardyn launches Studio 2 growing system

Optimising vertical farming software through user-centric design
Expanding affordable vertical farming systems across Southern Africa

Kalliergo unveils Next Gen GeoTowers and Hydra system

US: Scalable vertical herb farm hits the market following relocation

Sector | Hybrid solutions

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US (PA): InventHelp inventor develops portable hybrid grow system

Sector | Hydroponics

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US (WI): Clinic, hydroponic grower partner to grow year round

Hydroponic leafy greens set to reduce imports to Poland

US (WI): University students bring hydroponic harvest to community for Thanksgiving

Mexico: Scientists develop new vertical farming system

Hydroponic lettuce shown during field days in Enkhuizen, the Netherlands

Hydroponics boosts fresh lettuce supply in Saint Kitts and Nevis

US (CT): Using hydroponics to empower growers to fight hunger

Sector | Product information

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Finland: The challenge of feeding the planet without costing the earth

Extending viable shelf life from hours to several days
Innovative Pflanzentheke at expoSE 2025:

Soilless cultivation system now available horizontally

Japanese expertise in direct air capture technology coming to European greenhouses

Greek manufacturer boosts propagation efficiency with reusable Double Tray System

UK schools report higher vegetable intake among children

CAN: Premier Tech unveils new PRO-MIX AGTIV solutions for growers

Sector | Cultivation

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"More CO2 in the atmosphere is making food crops more calorific, less nutritious and potentially more toxic"
Bionema's BiofilmTech® breakthrough

A next-generation biofertiliser that outperforms traditional single-strain biologicals
Dutch universities and suppliers team up

"We aim for 25% energy savings and 35% reduction in energy costs without losing yield"
Ecopromt and Crea-Tech build innovation on two decades of partnership

“Part of the success in our operational flow and crop growth comes from the CreaSpacer"
Recipe for success?

Japan: Combining field expertise with seed-based strawberry cultivation

New ozone disinfection system purifies water with higher capacity

Aphids in lettuce are not dirty

Sector | Investments

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Founders of Indoor Vertical.Farm soft launch Food Security Capital

“Food security is not a luxury, it's a fundamental right”

South Korean smart farm company gets partnership to aid robotics in vertical farms
Harvest Singularity leafy greens facility first one

"The goal is to build ten industrial hydroponic greenhouses across the state of Florida"

US (WY): Grant used to aid students in year-round growing

UK University to install vertical farming installation at research centre

CAN: New relief fund supports Atlantic growers struggling with tough growing conditions
Growcer applauds PM Carney's $1B school food investment

"This is an extraordinary moment for Canadian food security"

Sector | Today on social media

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Grönska

FRESH From The FUTURE

Bharathi Athinarayanan

Dual Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Management - Lumière Lyon 2 University & RULE

Sector | Alternative products

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Israeli mushroom fair gets underway

First New Zealand lion’s mane mushroom extract developed

Myanmar: Mushroom farm to offer commercial production training in December

Australia: Turning cotton waste into mushroom substrate

Turning algae into mushrooms, fertilizers, and energy

US (CT): New Haven students launch mushroom growing enterprise

CAN: Temporary workers in a "state of shock" following closure of mushroom facility

Sector | Events

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Register before December 9

UN's FAO launches e-dialogue series on future of agrifood systems

Man sets world record by eating 85 ultra-hot 7 Pot Primo peppers

Round seven winners of Grow-NY competition announced

Finding solutions for a greener future

CEAg World Impact Award winners announced
Indoor Ag-Con 2026 program built around operational needs and crop-specific challenges:

"Growing demand for practical, operational content from people working directly in CEA facilities"
high-tech international scope, low-tech local market

GrowTech Antalya, the show with two faces

Sector | Lighting

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New slimline luminaires deliver space-saving, high-efficiency lighting for vertical farms

Providing the correct lighting for marigold growth in vertical systems

Why optics matter in agricultural lighting: Rethinking efficacy beyond PPE
Central and Western United States

Joey Viegas joins P.L. Light Systems
Introducing RED horticulture's center for research in photobiology and agronomy

"Adapting light spectra throughout the day can transform plant performance"

Aelius LED announces lineup for 2026
Free webinar

How to build a cost-efficient cultivation facility in Minnesota

Sector | Technique

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lettuce cultivation in Sweden in a vertical farm

"A confused, stressed plant might just produce the best lettuce ever"

“We prioritise crops that fit existing greenhouse conditions over here and market price points in Malaysia”

New North American dealer announced for Gardin

Why is airflow so important in plant growth chambers?

New international sales manager for Spid Trays

Mienis Water reflects on 15 years of ultrafiltration: "Even viruses are filtered out of the water"

"Hydroponics is bringing secret ingredients to India’s luxury hotel kitchens"

Sector | Substrates

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CoirMedia opens new factory to serve international coco peat demand

"Giving growers confidence that their substrate partner is always ready"

A ground level look at the best substrates for vertical farming
Black Bear® Biochar: An engineered aggregate for growing media

“Slow pyrolysis at high temperature fixes more carbon into the solid phase instead of losing it as gas”
Jiffy Gel introduces a fresh solution to food safety in CEA:

“Even after treatment, mixing and transport can still introduce contaminants”

Choosing the right growing medium for vertical farming

Role of coco coir particle size in berry crop performance

Pelemix signs strategic distribution deal with Sun Gro to expand global substrate portfolio

Sector | Company news

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Fork Farms and Green Our Planet partner to scale indoor agriculture in schools

"We're creating opportunities for every child to grow something that nourishes their community"

University of Toronto ranked 2nd worldwide in latest QS sustainability rankings

New controller adds temperature-based dimming safeguards
Due Diligence Horticulture (DDH) launches Quantum Clear

Using plasma to kill airborne pathogens

South Korean startup gets $6M Series A funding to scale AI-powered urban farm network
Kelpinor's Hakon Hagen:

"Growers have reported improved plant resilience and higher yields within the first week"

Peru: Camposol inaugurates high-tech blueberry biofactory

Sector | Education and Research

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Harnessing plant biology for space exploration and planetary sustainability

Examining the response of licorice to different sources of nitrogen in soil and soilless culture systems

CAN: Vineland Research honored with 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Award

Using biostimulants to mitigate temperature stress in CEA

Using AI to predict the growth of hydroponic strawberries

Study examines the use of mushroom pathogen as a crop protector

RMIT Australia launches $25 million hub for sustainable food production

Sector | Market information

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Japan: Tackling global food security issues through technology

Creating a clear vision for the agriculture of the future

Indonesia unveils AI-powered aquaponic system for urban and climate-resilient farming

Singapore and Malaysia advance JS-SEZ frameworks, bolstering vertical farm integration in Johor

South Korea: Jangsu County completes first shipment of smart farm grown cucumbers

Japan: Innovating to aid in the fight for food sustainability

Ho Chi Minh City charts high-tech path for urban agriculture amid shrinking farmland

Sector | Grower in the Spotlight

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US (TX): Revitalizing a growing legacy with hydroponics

US (WI): An unconventional success story grows in Milwaukee

UK: A surfer's journey to building a thriving mushroom farm

Engineer-turned-agripreneur brings scalable hydroponics to Indian farmers

Indian Horticulture Department inspects impact of hydroponic systems on cucumber growth

Italy: Boosting local products through a mark of quality
AgroUrbana founders Pablo Bunster and Cristián Sjögrens:

"If you pair vertical farming with low-cost renewables, the model is viable and sustainable"

Sector | Retail

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Co-op unveils its newest ‘on the go’ format store

Lidl’s most popular products from 10 UK cities: Cucumber, Coleslaw, Peas and Avocado
Colruyt will close its last five French stores

Waitrose: Food & Drink Report 2025-26
Morrisons roadshow at a fresh produce packing facility for carrots and potatoes

The European Commission has approved Carrefour Italia’s acquisition
Asda has criticised the government

Delhaize is strengthening its footprint in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Lidl's festive vegetables being reduced in price to 8p

Deliveroo: Strawberries and Fairtrade Bananas most popular with Sainsbury’s customers ordering
Co-op is preparing one of its biggest ever number of price reductions next year

Aldi Ireland: Pre-tax loss as it put customers and staff before profit
Enzo Wholesale joins Unitas

Aldi will once again slash prices on its festive veg staples to just 8p

Sector | New projects and expansions

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Pakistan and South Korea establish aeroponic potato seed center

Namibia: Youth center launches mushroom project

CAN: Calgary Senior Citizens Organization learn vertical farming

UAE: Upgrades to strawberry, hydroponic growing facilities announced in Hatta

UK Technology Park to bring jobs with new vertical farm

Bangkok retail hub unveils vertical farm for public harvesting, dining, and discovery

US (CT): Hartford approves special permit for Upper Albany hydroponic farm