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Fluence Drives Improved Yields with Cannabis Cultivator Clade9

In the first grow cycle since installing Fluence’s RAPTR LED light fixtures, California-based specialty grower Clade9 experienced 70% higher yields while maintaining product quality

Gocious aids AGCO in their mission to help farmers feed the world through product roadmap innovation

Across ACGO, all team members now have real-time transparency into dynamic product roadmaps. By increasing collaboration among AGCO brands and departments, teams can now focus more on product management and less on project management.

Solar + Sheep = Success! Renewable ways to live off the land

The success of “solar grazing” programs at Arnprior and other facilities across Canada and the U.S. has garnered attention from landowners, sheep farmers and solar developers alike.

Improving Water Use Efficiency in Pepper Cultivation: Collaborative Efforts by Gardin Agritech and Bayer Crop Science

Utilising Gardin’s advanced phenotyping technologies, the collaboration aims to optimize water management strategies while maintaining crop productivity in protected cultivation under plastic cover.

‘Autonomous Growing: win-win for team and company’

More and more companies in horticulture around the world start working with Autonomous Growing. Why do they choose to start working with artificial intelligence (AI) in the greenhouse from a business perspective? Blue Radix asked three CEOs.

Sustainable Sourcing: Committing Regenerative Agriculture

Cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing how we grow food, ensuring a secure and environmentally responsible agricultural system for generations to come. It’s about creating a world of sustainable sourcing.

Understanding the Lifespan of a1000W HPS Lamp: When to Relamp or Replace

Let's delve deeper into this topic, we'll navigate into the factors that influence the lifespan of a 1000W HPS lamp and provide guidance on when it's time to consider replacement.

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Emerging Solutions for 5 Persistent Agricultural Equipment Issues

Agricultural equipment has come a long way over the industry’s history, but machine-related problems remain prominent. Addressing these issues is becoming increasingly crucial as a growing population demands higher farm productivity.

How to Secure Your Farm Surveillance Cameras

The presence of surveillance cameras may often be enough to deter potential crime. However, these systems also need protection from both physical threats and cyberattacks.

FIELDS AND THE SUN: AGRICULTURAL PV, AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE ENERGY AND THE FARMING INDUSTRY

Shading and wind protection provided by solar panels reduces evaporation, and innovative solar panels have been developed that also collect rainwater for irrigation. This can benefit farming operations by boosting their resilience against crop failure.

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FarmRaise Introduces Groundbreaking Addition to Software Suite, Revolutionizing Farmer Financial Incentive Programs

FarmRaise launched its novel product aimed at transforming the administration of farmer-facing programs, including financial incentives and sustainability programs. This innovative solution marks a significant step forward in empowering farmers and institutions alike with user-friendly tools.

NEUROPUBLIC to Boost Sustainable Avocado Farming in the Farmtopia Project

The EU project Farmtopia, running from 2023 to 2026, aims to make digital technologies accessible to all, including small- and medium-sized farmers.

Ancera Releases New Third-Party Verification Platform for Allied Companies

New Tech to Improve Poultry Supply Chain's Food Safety and Performance

New Eagle Enables Raptor Software on John Deere Controllers, Reducing Cost and Time to Market for OEM Customers

John Deere's M Series Controllers with Raptor™ Software to Be Unveiled at ACT Expo, Bringing a Flexible Development Platform to Rugged OEM-Level Hardware

Local Bounti to Mark Opening of New High-Tech Controlled Environment Agriculture Facility in Mount Pleasant, Texas with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

-Expected to create approximately 50 jobs in the Mount Pleasant area -Innovative CEA facility combines vertical and greenhouse technologies to grow sustainable produce year-round using less water and land

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igus® - Durable polymer components for heavy-duty applications

igus® - Durable polymer components for heavy-duty applications

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