AgriTech - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Bringing Silicon Valley to the Farm
It’s the underlying science tools and heroes of the digital agriculture movement - specifically, machine learning and predictive modeling - that are central to the success of delivering a digital transformation.
Uncovering Spectral Signatures in a Pecan Orchard
Multispectral cameras capture spectral signatures much like a thermometer measures the temperature of the human body. Changes in plant reflectance indicate stress, but additional information is required to identify the cause.
McCain Foods makes significant strategic investment in vertical farming
McCain Foods is actively engaging with entrepreneurs in developing and commercializing agri-food technologies; the strategic investment in TruLeaf is in direct support of McCain Foods’ innovation strategy.
3 Trends that Defined Agriculture in 2017 and 3 to Watch
Last year recorded groundbreaking technological advances in agriculture, even as the ag giants focused on consolidation. In looking back over the trends that shaped 2017, we can locate the signs pointing to the big stories we anticipate this year.
Farming Is a Tough Business, but New Trends Offer Opportunity
As the challenges to the agricultural industry continue to evolve, we must pay attention to the impact on farmers. We must support those who feed us by finding new ways to empower farmers, both professionally and personally.
AgriTech - Featured Stories
Applications Now Open for The Radicle Automation Competition
Startups specializing in agriculture automation can now apply for a $250,000 minimum investment.
DVO Commissions First Anaerobic Digester Installation in Pennsylvania
The biogas generated from the waste streams is powering a 300 kW gen-set which delivers renewable electricity to the local grid.
Scientists harvest 1st vegetables in Antarctic greenhouse
AP: The German Aerospace Center DLR, which coordinates the project, said Thursday that by May scientists hope to harvest 4-5 kilograms of fruit and vegetables a week.
Impossible Foods Announces $114 Million Convertible Note as Startup Prepares for Rapid Expansion in the US and Overseas
-Lead investors include Temasek and Sailing Capital
-Food tech startup’s $114 million convertible note brings total investments to nearly $400 million
-Impossible Foods will launch its first international market later this month when the Impossible Burger debuts in Asia
AgriTech - News Headlines
ACEINNA Earns Recognition for Participation in John Deere Cost Reduction Opportunities Process
ACEINNA IMU Sensors Help Guide John Deere Tractors for Agricultural Applications
High-Speed WiFi for Rural Homes and Farms: Ayrstone announces the AyrMesh® Hub2x2
The new AyrMesh Hub2x2 is an outdoor, high-power, meshing WiFi access point. The new Hub2x2 is designed to deliver high-speed outdoor WiFi across large outdoor areas.
Trimble Adds New Distributor to its Global Vantage Network for Agriculture in Hungary
Vantage Distributors Provide Farmers with Simplified, Integrated Precision Ag Solutions that Increase Farm Efficiencies and Productivity
Maryland farm opens as hub of learning about sustainable agriculture
Bayer's ForwardFarming program launches in North America to foster dialogue, understanding about how our food can be grown in harmony with the environment
Trimble Announces New Field Solutions for Land and Construction Surveying
Trimble TSC7 Controller and New Field Applications Enable Mobile Workers to Elevate Productivity
AgriTech - Featured Product
Dynatect Automated Machine Safety Door
Dynatect's Gortite VF (Vertical Fabric) Automated Machine Safety Door is intended for automation and safe machine access to minimize cycle time and maximize production time. The automated roll-up door separates machines with hazardous operations from other processes, material handling equipment, and people. The Gortite VF Door contains typical machine/process generated hazards including light debris, fluid splatter/mist, and weld smoke/sparks/flash.
AgriTech - Featured Company
Sierra Instruments, Inc.
Sierra manufacturers high performance mass flow meters and controllers for nearly any gas, liquid, or steam. Customers choose Sierra when they need an accurate and repeatable flow measurement, short delivery lead times, expert flow advice, and long term support.
