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Defra Minister Dame Angela Eagle reaffirms commitment to Agri-Tech sector at World Agri-Tech

Defra Minister Dame Angela Eagle reaffirms commitment to Agri-Tech sector growth in first UK public …

Syngenta Seeds and Heritable Agriculture Collaborate to Optimize Commercial Crop Portfolios using AI

AI-Powered Insights to Identify the Best Vegetable Varieties for Growers Worldwide Vegetable seed co …

Fighting the Silent £3bn Threat to Crops

The world’s food supply is facing a devastating and escalating threat from an invisible enemy: funga …

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Palantir unlocks supply chain efficiency for agrifood industry with AI

One of the fastest growing AI companies Palantir Technologies is untangling supply chain messiness, giving procurer and food producers actionable insight to drive their businesses.
‘Local science can have global impact’: Bayer outlines agtech strategy in Mexico

Bayer is developing new crop hybrids and digital farming services to help Mexican farmers make the most out of their resources in the face of climate change.
Source.ag secures $17.5M to scale applied AI for growers in CEA

Amsterdam-based Source.ag has raised $17.5 million in Series B funding to expand its AI platform for Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), with participation from Astanor Ventures, Enza Zaden, and Harvest House. The platform aids greenhouse operators by optimizing yields and reducing reliance on expert labour, already serving over 300 greenhouses across 18 countries. This investment highlights the demand for AI solutions that enhance grower expertise rather than replace it and supports Source.ag's goal to integrate seamlessly with grower systems and expand into new crops. The company aims to use AI as a force multiplier to streamline operations and help growers focus on strategic decisions.

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From Space to Soil: How the European Space Agency is Revolutionising Agriculture

Rita Rinaldo, Head of Projects and Studies Implementation Division at the European Space Agency, joined Conference Producer Louise Crauet for a Q&A ahead of the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London. They explored how ESA is supporting the futu …

Scaling Scientific Breakthroughs to Solutions for Farmers: Corteva Agriscience Q&A

Reza Rasoulpour, Vice President, Regulatory and Stewardship and R&D Sustainability at Corteva Agriscience, joined Conference Producer Louise Crauet for a Q&A ahead of the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London. They explored how Corteva is suppo …

Food Security, Farmer Viability, and a Path to Sustainable Agriculture: BASF Q&A

Gustavo Palerosi Canerio, Vice President of Agricultural Solutions at BASF, joined Conference Producer Louise Crauet for a Q&A ahead of the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London. They explored how BASF is working to support farmers in Europe th …

Syngenta Seeds: Harnessing AI for Faster, Smarter Breeding

Andy Jakubowski, Global Head of R&D Digital at Syngenta Seeds, sat down with Conference Producer Louise Crauet ahead of his appearance as a speaker at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London, to explore how artificial intelligence and machine …

Quercus Biosolutions: Redefining Crop Protection with Mini Proteins

Matt Crisp, Founder and Executive Chairman of Quercus Biosolutions, spoke with Conference Producer Louise Crauet ahead of his appearance at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London, to discuss why his company has chosen now to emerge from stea …

xFarm Technologies: How Data is Shaping the Future of Farming

Matteo Vanotti, CEO of xFarm Technologies, sat down with Conference Producer Louise Crauet ahead of his appearance as a speaker at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London, to discuss how digital platforms are transforming agriculture. Data …

Tech That Could Transform Global Agriculture: Innovators at World Agri-Tech London

Global innovators will showcase early-stage technology that could change the way we feed the world, when the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit meets in London on September 22–23. What if soil could share its secrets, we could eavesdrop on insects, or …