Development

The recent surge in the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Food Price Index, which reached an 18-month high in October, signals significant implications for agritech and investors in the agricultural sector. The index, which averaged 127.4 poi

The recent funding round for FarmDroid, led by Convent Capital with contributions from EIFO and Navus Ventures, marks a significant milestone in the agritech industry, highlighting a growing interest in sustainable farming technologies. With nearly D

In recent weeks, the global oilseed market has experienced notable fluctuations, driven largely by evolving crop prospects and varying demand dynamics. The International Grains Council (IGC) highlighted a 3% decline in average international soybean p

Agricultural field trials are essential for the development of new crop varieties and crop protection products, yet traditional methods of managing these trials are fraught with inefficiencies and data integrity issues. The rising costs associated wi

The ongoing disruption of the global wheat supply chain, exacerbated by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, presents significant challenges for Africa’s agricultural landscape, particularly in the wheat sector. Africa’s dependency on wheat imports, which ac

The launch of the Canacado Hub represents a significant advancement in the intersection of agritech and sustainable agriculture, particularly within the burgeoning avocado market. As the global avocado industry is projected to reach a staggering $25

The announcement of the seven startups selected for the Elev X! Ignite cohort, Batch 12, by NEC X highlights a significant moment for agritech and potential investors. With a focus on transformative technologies, these startups are poised to address

The ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip has led to catastrophic damage to the region’s agricultural sector, with nearly 70% of cropland affected as of September 1, according to satellite data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Un

The recent surge in global food commodity prices, as reported by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), presents a complex landscape for agritech companies and investors. The FAO Food Price Index recorded its most significant rise in 18 months,

Österlensaffran is set to transform the saffron industry with the introduction of precision farming robotics, marking a significant shift from the traditional manual harvesting methods that have persisted for over 3,500 years. This innovative approac