AgriTech - Articles, Stories & Interviews

Intelligent Philips LED solution helps Brabant Plant steer its crops with full flexibility for each variety and growth stage

By seamlessly integrating GrowWise control system wireless with our climate computer, Brabant Plant now can control the lights easily, “we can provide the plant with exactly what it needs at any given moment”.

What Is a Camera Module – And What Are Its Components?

Camera modules can be integrated into embedded vision devices like drones, industrial equipment, etc. They consist of components such as sensors, lenses, interfaces, and more. Get expert insights into how they work, their popular types, and more.

Stuck in the Past | Why Farmers Are Replacing Sticky Traps with Real-Time Insect Monitoring

While sticky traps have served their purpose over the years, they come with significant drawbacks. These old school monitoring tools demand regular attention and manual data collection — which is time-consuming and labor-intensive.

The Science of Agricultural Covers: Boosting Plant Growth Potential

This blog discusses the range and scientific principles behind various cover materials including polycarbonate, plastic, and UbiGro covers, to understand their operating efficiency and impacts on plant growth.

Chicken or Egg? The AgTech Adoption Dilemma

The question is: What’s the real barrier? Are farmers slow to adopt, or is technology too difficult to implement? The reality is more complex, and agribusinesses need a better approach to drive digital transformation.

How to Prevent Hydroponic Nutrient Lockout

In this blog, we cover the reasons why nutrient lockout occurs, how to identify nutrient lockout conditions, the difference between nutrient lockout and nutrient burn and how to flush grow media when your plants experience nutrient lockout.

Recruiting Talent in the AgriTech Industry

If you look at the schools today vs. even 5-7 years ago, many more are offering degrees in Ag Tech and CEA. This allows many more students to pursue this as a course of study, and hopefully have increased opportunity after they graduate.

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AgriTech - Featured Stories

Indigo approaches a megaton of carbon removals stored in US cropland

Indigo’s MRV approach recognized as industry best practice. 85% decrease in administrative burden removes meaningful obstacle to scale-up. Over 1M carbon removals and reductions achieved cumulatively across Indigo’s programs confirming soil as a new asset class.

Antobot announces global expansion of its universal AI-Powered "uRCU® Robotic control unit for agritech

Antobot’s uRCU® delivers a cost-effective, automotive-grade, compact and universally compatible all-in-one solution making AI-powered automation and precision control accessible to farms of all sizes.

Taylor Farms Announces Acquisition of FarmWise®'s Business

FarmWise has been at the forefront of ag-tech innovation, recognized for its advanced automation and robotics systems that address critical farming challenges such as precision weeding and thinning.

AgriTech - News Headlines

Elmo Motion Control Launches the Next Era Motion Controller - Titanium Maestro

The Titanium Maestro redefines motion control, meeting the demands of machine builders who require high performance, speed, accuracy, and robustness. It is designed for the most demanding applications and offers cutting-edge real-time EtherCAT communication with advanced multi-axis management capabilities.

Alltech continues partnership of mentorship program for women in food and agriculture

Applications are now open for the 2025 Expana's Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program

MS Dhoni Backed Drone Startup Garuda Aerospace Secures ₹100 Crores in Series B Funding from Venture Catalysts to Propel Indigenous Drone Manufacturing and Innovation

This development not only strengthens Garuda Aerospace's position in the Indian aerospace ecosystem but also aligns with the nation's broader vision of achieving self-reliance in high-tech defense manufacturing.

AeroFarms® First to Introduce Micro Bok Choy to Consumers in U.S. Retail

A juicy and slightly sweet addition to AeroFarms' FlavorSpectrum™, Micro Bok Choy is now available nationwide at retailers including Whole Foods, Giant Food, and H Mart

United States Department of Agriculture Selects Oracle Cloud for STRATUS Contract

STRATUS program enables federal agencies to implement Oracle's high-performance cloud infrastructure and applications for greater efficiency

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