Vanguard Renewables to build more dairy digesters in ‘aggressive growth’ strategy

The anaerobic digestion company is plotting expansion "like an amoeba” thanks to the financial backing of BlackRock and its pipeline of more than 60 projects.

By Jacob Wallace • March 18, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: Bayer tests generative AI in farming

Also in this week's agriculture technology news: Farmers Business Network's lending unit finances over $1 billion in loans, and Source.ag launches an autonomous tool for irrigation control.

By Agriculture Dive staff • March 15, 2024

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Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

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Deere to lay off 150 workers at Iowa plant

The cuts come as the farm equipment manufacturer expects up to a 15% decline in sales this fiscal year.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 14, 2024

Haskap berries: The next cold-hardy superfood?

Breeders hope farmers will scale production of the antioxidant-rich fruits, which can thrive in harsh climates.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • March 8, 2024

Agtech Seedlings: Lucent Bio brings its climate-smart fertilizer to the US

Also in this week's farm technology news: Corteva and AgPlenus announce 'milestone' in the fight against herbicide resistance, while Tyson looks to invest in supply chain startups.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 8, 2024

Laser weeding robots and smart sensors: How Braga Fresh uses AI on the farm

While the adoption of autonomous tech remains sluggish, the family-owned produce company shows how innovation can help increase productivity and address sustainability.

By S.L. Fuller • March 7, 2024

To farm or fabricate? 3D printing’s role in the food industry

As food production startups begin commercializing 3D-printed seafood, some experts question the viability of the technology in the broader market.

By Megan Ruggles • March 6, 2024

As courts target dicamba, what’s next for the controversial weedkiller?

Disgruntled farmers are asking for refunds as legal uncertainty rekindles debate over the damage the herbicide can wreak on surrounding crops. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 4, 2024

FMC names head of transformation as it expects up to $215M in restructuring charges

The crop protection giant’s “Project Focus” plan aims to drive operational efficiencies and cost savings in response to market challenges.

By Nathan Owens • March 4, 2024

Chipotle invests another $50M into agtech and restaurant innovation

The chain is doubling its commitment to the Cultivate Next venture fund, which in part aims to fund technologies accelerating regenerative agriculture.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Feb. 29, 2024

Deere rolls out new tractors, combines in one of largest product launches to date

New equipment unveiled at a Texas trade show include automation features meant to boost farm productivity and sustainability.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 29, 2024

Vertical strawberry grower Oishii clinches $134M amid indoor farming woes

An intentional choice to grow artisanal fruit rather than leafy greens has allowed the firm to avoid the financial difficulties facing others in controlled-environment agriculture, according to the company’s CEO.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 28, 2024

USDA launches program to power more farms with wind

A joint initiative with the Department of Energy aims to support the adoption of underutilized renewable technologies and identify new revenue streams for producers.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 27, 2024

Agtech helped transform Europe’s potato industry. Here’s how.

If we want to unlock sustainability in agriculture, farmers have to be on board.

By Charles Miller • Feb. 23, 2024

Farmers Business Network taps former BASF exec as new CEO

Diego Casanello will lead the agtech and e-commerce platform, which has become a one-stop shop for farmers. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 23, 2024

Pivot Bio pays out more than $6M to farmers who improve fertilizer sustainability

More food and beverage companies are joining the biotech firm's program that rewards growers who move away from conventional crop protection products.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 22, 2024

Syngenta to expand use of CropX soil monitoring system

One of the world's largest seed companies is offering farmers more digital solutions to boost productivity and sustainability.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 21, 2024

Cargill fined for underpaying cattle sellers due to faulty cameras

The company owed $12.5 million for inaccurate carcass readings at four processing plants for several months, according to the USDA.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 20, 2024

‘Completely misguided’: How the cultivated meat industry is responding to legislative backlash

State lawmakers around the country have introduced laws to prohibit the sale of the alternative protein, but proponents of the namesake product say their tactics are unconstitutional.

By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 16, 2024

Deere sees early strong demand for pay-as-you-go model in precision ag

By lowering upfront costs, the world's largest seller of agriculture equipment hopes to convince more farmers to adopt technology in their operations.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 16, 2024

Agco to cut production 10% in 2024, focus on precision ag

The manufacturer believes retrofitted technology will bolster earnings amid a slowdown in traditional equipment demand.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 13, 2024

FDA to withdraw policy on animal feed additives, slashing red tape for startups

As new companies develop breakthroughs to tackle climate change, the agency is streamlining the process to bring those innovations to market.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 12, 2024

Louis Dreyfus building new pea protein facility

An increasing shift to plant-based protein, especially for dairy products, is driving demand for the ingredient.

By Rose Palazzolo • Feb. 9, 2024

Deere partners with winegrowers on ‘farm of the future’

The tractor maker says it will test new technology that stands to make a "real impact" for farmers in the face of climate change.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 2, 2024

Corteva pins future growth on seed innovation

Despite a fourth-quarter loss, the agrochemical and seed company is expecting a recovery this year following a period of weather and destocking challenges in South America.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 2, 2024