Technology
Stokes Seeds and Planttape partner on seeds, transplanting system
A seed company and a provider of an automated transplanting system are joining forces to better serve their grower customers. Stokes Seeds has entered into a partnership with PlantTape to become the recommended seed supplier... more »
Beating the heat: kelp-based fertilizer helps stem yield losses
The record-breaking heat this summer has focused attention on measures to stay cool and safe, especially for those who work outside in agriculture and other industries. Heat can also adversely affect the crops those workers... more »
Entomological group recognizes UF professor for pest management
A University of Florida (UF) entomologist is being recognized for his work on mating disruption and insect management. Lukasz Stelinski, a UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS)... more »
Drone tech company relocates headquarters to Michigan State
Aerial Vantage, a drone tech company, has relocated its corporate headquarters from Washington D.C. to the Midwest. The company’s new headquarters are located at the Michigan State University (MSU) Technology Innovation Center in East Lansing,... more »
Ag robotics, demos set for FIRA USA
After the successful first edition of FIRA USA in Fresno last year, 2,000 participants and ag leaders will gather at the Salinas Sports Complex from Sep. 19-21 for a global event on ag robotic solutions... more »
AgroFresh acquires postharvest tech company Tessara
AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has acquired Tessara, a postharvest solutions provider. The acquisition expands AgroFresh’s footprint in food waste reduction and freshness solutions for table grapes and berries and bolsters the organization’s impact in growing regions in... more »
Timac Agro releases homogeneous granular fertilizer
A new homogeneous granular fertilizer released by Timac Agro is designed to improves crop performance, profitability and sustainability. From crop nutrition manufacturer Timac Agro USA and Rainbow Plant Food, BLUE is an ammoniated, homogeneous granular... more »
Syngenta brings biologicals businesses under Syngenta Biologicals
To advance crop protection solutions for plant and soil health and to foster sustainability, Syngenta is moving its biologicals businesses under the Syngenta Biologicals umbrella. Syngenta Biologicals brings together Valagro, a pioneer in biostimulants and... more »
