Technology
AEssenseGrows’ Indoor Grow System tested as safe
AEssenseGrows, which specializes in automated precision aeroponic platforms for consistent high-yield plant production, said recently its complete AEtrium System grow environment received coveted UL listings that validate its electrical safety. AEssenseGrows, founded in 2014, is... more »
New standard relating to LED radiation measurements
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has published the second in a three-part series of standards relating to LED radiation measurements for plant growth and development. ANSI/ASABE S642, Recommended Methods for Measurement... more »
AgSharks Competition won by agtech startup
Augean Robotics walked away from Western Growers’ AgSharks Competition Oct. 30 with a $250,000 equity investment offer, as well as access to farm acreage for pilot testing, to take its collaborative robotic platform from development... more »
Education session topics set for Organic Grower Summit
The expanding use of technology by organic growers, regardless of the size of their operation, will be the topic of an educational session at the upcoming Organic Grower Summit. “Technology Is Not Just For Big... more »
Pro Label introduces new PLU labeling machine
Santa Barbara, California-based Pro Label International, a manufacturer of produce-labeling equipment and PLU labels has released its latest model, the PL 2000 label applicator with optional print-on-demand functionality. According to the company, the PL 2000... more »
Joint Center for Ag Robotics formed by WSU, Australian scientists
To speed robotic advancements that help farmers grow food with fewer resources, scientists at Washington State University and Australia’s University of Technology Sydney have partnered to form the new Joint Center for Agricultural Robotics. The... more »
Seneca Foods in Modesto to hold auction of equipment
The team of Schneider Industries, New Mill Capital and Smith Food Machinery have set auction dates of Oct. 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 and Nov. 1 to sell over 5,000 lots of fruit processing, canning... more »
Future of ag tech innovation, implementation on display in California
The Third Annual Open Farm comes to the UC Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Parlier, California, Oct. 3. Open Farm is a gathering hosted each year by the farming community to connect technology vendors, academics... more »
