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Innovating Almond Farming: The KIND Almond Acres Initiative California’s almond farming is adapting as KIND Snacks sets its goal to source 100% of almonds from regenerative farms by 2030. By working with AgTech innovators like Beewise 🐝 for pollinator health and LandScan 🌐 for precision agriculture, alongside research from University of California, Davis, KIND is incorporating sustainable practices across its supply chain. 🔑 Highlights: -> Regenerative Agriculture Goal: Sourcing 100% of almonds through regenerative practices by 2030. -> AgTech Integration: Collaborations with BeeWise and LandScan enhance pollinator support and soil management. -> Water Conservation: Subsurface irrigation trials aim to reduce water use by 30%. -> Research Support: UC Davis helps develop insights on pollinator health, soil resilience, and water management. 🌾 From the Field: By using tools like dendrometers to monitor tree health and cover crops to enrich soil, the initiative aims to advance sustainable practices in almond farming. KIND’s Almond Acres Initiative demonstrates a commitment to agricultural innovation, exploring how technology and research can support sustainable food production. 🌍🌱 Discover their initiative here -> https://lnkd.in/eJqGt8Vc

🌱 This Week in AgTech: From funding surges to pivotal partnerships, here’s what’s advancing the future of agriculture! 🌱 🔹 Carbon Robotics secures $70M in Series D funding, led by BOND, to expand its LaserWeeder™ across Europe and Asia-Pacific, driving AI in farming. 🔹 Agtonomy closes Series A at $32.8M, gearing up to scale autonomous farming solutions and support sustainable practices. 🔹 FarmDroid secures $11.33M to bring its solar-powered, autonomous farming robots to a global market, focusing on cost-effective crop management. 🔹 AgroSpheres & BASF Agricultural Solutions partner to develop a new low-dose bioinsecticide, merging biotech and agriculture to enhance crop protection. 🔹 Taranis & Syngenta announce a three-year collaboration, integrating AI-powered insights to boost productivity and sustainability on U.S. farms. 🔹 CIBO Technologies & Truterra, LLC expand their partnership, enrolling millions of acres in sustainability programs aimed at reducing emissions and supporting eco-friendly farming. 🔹 Vestaron Crop Protection & ADM team up to scale peptide-based crop protection products, meeting rising demand for sustainable pest control solutions. 🔹 Varda - Field Data Exchange & MyEasyFarm partner to enhance precision agriculture with advanced geospatial tech, supporting a low-carbon farming future. + My interview with BLOOM FRESH's CEO. Sponsored by Industries Harnois | Manufacturier de serres commerciales et MegaDome 🌍 Vermax: The energy-efficient greenhouse built to lower emissions by 2,000 tonnes/year while maintaining optimal crop health and reducing energy costs. Discover more here -> https://lnkd.in/eZWCyiHt

🌱 This Week in AgTech: Major funding boosts and strategic partnerships are advancing agricultural innovation! 🌱 In Partnership with Industries Harnois | Manufacturier de serres commerciales et MegaDome 🔹 Carbon Robotics secured $70M in Series D funding, led by BOND, to expand its LaserWeeder™ into Europe and Asia-Pacific. 🔹 Agtonomy closed its Series A at $32.8M, with plans to expand its team and autonomous equipment programs. 🔹 AgroSpheres & BASF Agricultural Solutions partnered to develop a low-dose bioinsecticide, combining biotech innovation and agricultural expertise to boost crop protection. 🔹 Taranis & Syngenta teamed up on a three-year project to enhance farm productivity and streamline sustainable practices. 🔹 CIBO Technologies & Truterra, LLC expanded their collaboration to enroll millions of acres in sustainability programs aimed at reducing agricultural emissions. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the edition in a few hours at https://lnkd.in/eXtNUWZC Sponsored by Harnois Greenhouse 🌍 Discover Vermax—the energy-efficient greenhouse that’s lowering greenhouse gas emissions by 2,000 tonnes annually! Start your project here -> https://lnkd.in/eEW8NC_9 Subscribe to our podcast here -> https://lnkd.in/enmiUiTG

🌱 This Week in AgTech: Major funding boosts and strategic partnerships are advancing agricultural innovation! 🌱 In Partnership with Industries Harnois | Manufacturier de serres commerciales et MegaDome 🔹 Carbon Robotics secured $70M in Series D funding, led by BOND, to expand its LaserWeeder™ into Europe and Asia-Pacific. 🔹 Agtonomy closed its Series A at $32.8M, with plans to expand its team and autonomous equipment programs. 🔹 AgroSpheres & BASF Agricultural Solutions partnered to develop a low-dose bioinsecticide, combining biotech innovation and agricultural expertise to boost crop protection. 🔹 Taranis & Syngenta teamed up on a three-year project to enhance farm productivity and streamline sustainable practices. 🔹 CIBO Technologies & Truterra, LLC expanded their collaboration to enroll millions of acres in sustainability programs aimed at reducing agricultural emissions. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the edition in a few hours at https://lnkd.in/eXtNUWZC Sponsored by Harnois Greenhouse 🌍 Discover Vermax—the energy-efficient greenhouse that’s lowering greenhouse gas emissions by 2,000 tonnes annually! Start your project here -> https://lnkd.in/eEW8NC_9 Subscribe to our podcast here -> https://lnkd.in/enmiUiTG

🌱 Welcome to This Week's AgTech Digest! 🌱 In partnership with Industries Harnois | Manufacturier de serres commerciales et MegaDome, we’re thrilled to bring you the most exciting updates from the AgTech world! 🚜✨ This week, we’re covering major innovations, investment breakthroughs, and key partnerships transforming agriculture globally. From AI-powered crop management to methane-reducing livestock solutions, we’ve got it all covered! ☕ Grab your coffee, explore the table of contents, and dive into the future of farming! 📰 🔑 What’s Inside: 💰 Investments: xFarm Technologies, Greeneration, Blue Radix secure funding. 🤝 Partnerships: BLOOM FRESH acquisition, Netafim & Planet Lab respectively announce new partnerships. 🚜 New Products: Topcon Agriculture, Reinke Manufacturing Co., Inc., and ARM roll out new solutions. 🎙️ Interview: Soli Organic's CEO shares insights on expansion & innovation. 📖 Read Time: 8-9 minutes -> Subscribe at https://lnkd.in/eXtNUWZC to get the newsletter in a few hours 🎧 Listen Time: 14 minutes -> https://lnkd.in/eddQa26Q Sponsored by Harnois Greenhouse: Innovating energy-efficient greenhouses with Vermax! Discover their solution here -> https://lnkd.in/enMaHeKh

🌱 Welcome to This Week’s AgTech Digest! 🌱 In partnership with Industries Harnois | Manufacturier de serres commerciales et MegaDome, we’re excited to bring you the latest in agricultural technology! 🚜✨ 🔑 What’s Inside: 💸 Investments: xFarm Technologies, Greeneration, Blue Radix secure major funding. 🤝 Partnerships: BLOOM FRESH acquisition, Netafim partnership. 🚀 New Product Releases: Topcon Agriculture, Reinke Manufacturing Co., Inc., and ARM introduce cutting-edge tech. 🎙️ Interview Spotlight: Soli Organic’s CEO on strategic growth and innovation. 📅 Upcoming Events: 🌍 World Agri-Tech Mexico | October 29-30, 2024 🌱 REAP Conference 2024 | November 6, 2024 | Newmarket, UK 🏠 Inhouse Farming Feed & Food Show | November 12-15, 2024 | Hanover 🚜 AgriNext Conference | November 13-14, 2024 | Dubai, UAE 🌾 Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit | November 19-21, 2024 📖 Read Time: 8-9 minutes -> https://lnkd.in/emh4yuBs 🎧 Listen Time: 14 minutes -> https://lnkd.in/e__Cr524 Sponsored by Harnois Greenhouse: Explore Vermax, the energy-efficient greenhouse innovation that’s paving the way for sustainable agriculture! Discover their innovative solution here -> https://lnkd.in/eZWCyiHt

Bioprime™ Secures $6 Million Series A Funding BioPrime has successfully raised $6 million in Series A funding, with Edaphon, a Belgium-based impact fund, leading the round. Existing investors Omnivore and Inflexor Ventures also participated equally in this funding. This investment is Edaphon’s first in Asia, reflecting growing interest in sustainable agricultural innovations. BioPrime also plans to expand its biostimulant range to key markets, including North America, Southeast Asia, and Brazil. The company has already begun trials in the U.S. to support this expansion. The biostimulants aim to improve crop resilience and yield through sustainable practices that reduce the need for traditional chemical inputs. Read more here -> https://lnkd.in/eB2JSnU4 ******************** Follow us for more AgriTech updates! 👉 Subscribe to our newsletter: agtechdigest.com/subscribe

🌱 Automation Transforms Maple Syrup Production at Baird Farm In a recent interview with Jacob Powsner, Co-owner of Baird Farm, and Nathan Rosenberg, CEO of Farmblox, we explored how automation is reshaping maple syrup production in Vermont. By integrating Farmblox's customizable automation system, Baird Farm has significantly enhanced its efficiency, particularly in managing its 240-acre sugarbush and 110 miles of tubing. Key Takeaways: -> Farmblox’s sensors provide real-time data, reducing labor demands during the crucial maple syrup season. -> The system helps detect leaks and prevent sap overflows, increasing yields and operational efficiency. -> Automation not only addresses labor shortages but also supports sustainability in maple syrup farming. -> Farmblox’s technology is adaptable, with potential applications across different agricultural sectors. Read the complete conversation here -> https://lnkd.in/eQdi-ZKv

Little Leaf Farms Expands Greenhouse Operations in Pennsylvania to Meet Growing Demand Little Leaf Farms announced the expansion of its operations at its McAdoo, Pennsylvania campus. This growth includes the opening of the company’s third greenhouse and the groundbreaking of a fourth, expected to be completed by fall 2025. The 20 additional acres of greenhouse space will further bolster Little Leaf Farms’ capacity to meet growing consumer demand and expand its presence in the Northeast, Southeast, and Midwest regions. Paul Sellew, Founder and CEO of Little Leaf Farms, highlighted the importance of the Pennsylvania expansion: “Our continued expansion will advance our goals to grow our capacity and bring our lettuce to more consumers throughout the country. This milestone demonstrates the promise of CEA and our efficiency in scaling operations to support our growing retail footprint.” Article in the first comments 👇 Follow us for more updates!

Moolec Science Secures USDA-APHIS Approval for Genetically Engineered Peas Moolec Science SA announced that it has received regulatory clearance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) for its genetically engineered (GE) peas. This approval allows Moolec’s GE peas, which produce iron through bovine meat proteins, to advance into the U.S. market. The USDA’s Regulatory Status Review (RSR) deemed the GE peas safe and not subject to plant pest regulations, marking the company’s third regulatory approval in just 18 months. According to Gastón Paladini, CEO and Co-Founder of Moolec Science, this milestone solidifies the company’s leadership in Molecular Farming. “With USDA approval for our GE pea, Moolec has now secured regulatory clearance for all of our key crops in the U.S.: safflower, soybean, and pea,” Paladini said. The company’s progress in securing approvals for its safflower and soybean products, GLASO™ and Piggy Sooy™ respectively, further demonstrates its growing influence in the market. Article in the first comments 👇 Follow us for more updates!