The global refugee crisis has doubled in scope over the past decade, resulting from varying situations such as violent conflicts, economic crises, and climate catastrophes. Privileged nations have a responsibility to aid in these urgent crises, yet the impacts of a welcoming response surpasses the f
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As the possibilities of space exploration continue to be researched, one concept that has gained increasing attention and development is farming in space. Space agriculture is an essential aspect of sustainable interplanetary exploration, as astronauts need a source of fresh food during long-term mi
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Sorghum is not a well-known crop in the states, but this drought-tolerant crop could be a farm-saving plant in regions like the American Great Plains. In the States, Sorghum is currently used mainly for creating biofuels and feeding livestock, but incorporating it into the American diet could have a
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Are the solutions pushed by the CEA industry really that impactful regarding holistic sustainability? Are we conveniently ignoring the carbon footprint story when we boast about 95% water savings and longer product shelf-life?
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Agritecture’s Founder and CEO, Henry Gordon-Smith, (HGS), spoke with Don Taylor, (DT), CEO of AmplifiedAg, about his experience in the CEA sector and how his company scales container farms to operate commercial enterprises.
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The global indoor farming market has experienced tremendous growth in the past decade. Today, many CEA facilities operate successfully around the globe. However, some indoor farming installations worldwide are not as efficient as possible.
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Historically, many indigenous communities in America have faced food insecurity and poverty, often as a direct result of government policy. As these communities grapple with climate change and historical inequities, they create innovative solutions, such as these underground greenhouses.
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The journey to becoming a profitable indoor farm begins long before opening the doors to your operation. The pre-planning stage is critical, as it includes one major decision after another, including what crops will be attractive to your target market, what your business model is, your project’s bud
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The Kroger-Albertson’s merger, first announced in October 2022, is facing challenges from the government, including a class action lawsuit claiming the merger would violate antitrust laws. As a result of the consolidation of larger brands in the industry, many small farmers cannot see a future for t
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Breaking into the CEA industry can be challenging, requiring a unique combination of technical knowledge, business acumen, and passion for sustainable agriculture. However, with the right skills, resources, and mindset, it is possible to successfully transition into this exciting field.
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In light of multiple CEA closures and bankruptcy filings, this is a huge indication of future potential for the industry! This article offers a great read of Kroger, which may influence other retailers to follow or be left behind.
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For those of you who are actively planning a new farm, there are many hurdles you may be facing or will face soon. We established the Agritecture Partner Network (APN) to solve these challenges.
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As plant-based meat continues to face a dip in popularity, many are wondering if the industry will be able to survive. In this article, Amanda Little asserts that this “crisis of confidence” is not the end of plant-based meat.
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The upfront cost of installing a solar energy system can still be a barrier for many farmers. That's where solar incentives come into play.
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Meet Agritecture’s newest team member, Luc Lalire! As our Client Success Manager, Luc will assist Agritecture Designer users and expand our Partner Network.
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Meet Agritecture’s newest team member, David Light! As our Business Development Consultant, David will explore new opportunities within the industry and expand Agritecture’s core business
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To improve humanity’s impact on the climate, we will need to change the way we approach agriculture in the future. Regenerative agriculture is one of many possible solutions to this issue, but its adoption on a large scale could take time.
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Agritecture (AGR) spoke with Emiliano Gutierrez (EG), Founder & CEO of Raiz, a vertical farm located in Lisbon, Portugal. An early adopter of Agritecture Designer, Gutierrez successfully opened his farm after using the resources provided to him through the platform.
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Over the last 16 months, Agritecture has been leading the development of the City of Dallas’s Comprehensive Urban Ag Plan. This plan readily addresses the regulatory barriers and land access challenges many stakeholders have voiced through community engagement.
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Editor’s Note: Increasingly around the USA, middle and high schools are creating opportunities for their students to learn about hydroponic farming. These farms offer food security to students but also offer insights into business. As the students tend to their vegetables, they gain valuable skills
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Why are vertical farming businesses facing so many challenges at the moment? Check out these five common mistakes.
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After two years of beta-testing with nearly 5,000 users from more than 100 countries, Agritecture is excited to expand our offerings with the official launch of Agritecture Designer, a data-driven solution to the economic uncertainty of the controlled environment agriculture industry.
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Editor’s Note: As farmers explore the realm of renewable energy, agrivoltaics is gaining traction. Co-locating solar panels and crops can protect the crops from extreme weather, but it also produces energy for the farm or other purposes.
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Agritecture is announcing the upcoming launch of Agritecture Designer, a first-of-its-kind online platform focused on controlled environment agriculture (CEA).
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Each year, new innovations emerge in the ag sector that transform the field. As our climate paterns become more unpredictable and extreme, these innovators offer a glimpse into a more resilient future shaped by tech-enabled ag. Check out these 5 innovators in the sector.
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As climate change makes our weather patterns increasingly extreme and unpredictable, tech-enabled ag offers a climate-resilient method of food production. In this article, Agritecture’s Founder and CEO, Henry Gordon-Smith, and Eric Adamson of Tortuga AgTech offer their insight into the applications
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Looking back, 2022 was a big year for urban agriculture and controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Through our top 10 most-viewed blog posts from 2022, we can trace current trends in the industry.
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All students at the University of Barcelona will have to take a mandatory course on the climate crisis after the establishment agreed to meet the demands of activists conducting a sit-in occupation.
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