Reading Time: 2 minutes Global food security faces unprecedented challenges. Climate change, resource depletion, and a growing population demand smarter, more sustainable farming practices. Enter generative AI – a
Reading Time: 2 minutes Advancements in 5G connectivity across Britain’s countryside are breathing new life into the UK’s horticultural sector, ushering in an era of higher yields, more sustainable
Reading Time: 2 minutes In the world of agriculture, innovation is not just a trend; it’s a necessity. As urban spaces expand and arable land shrinks, the agricultural sector
Reading Time: 2 minutes In the wake of the UK government’s startling decision to reclassify a significant portion of EU fresh produce as medium risk, the future of our
Reading Time: 2 minutes Loughborough University’s School of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering is making strides in addressing labour shortages, environmental concerns, and enhancing productivity. The University’s experts have introduced
Reading Time: 2 minutes In a ground-breaking development for sustainable agriculture, 5G technology is poised to revolutionise the way we produce food, offering a beacon of hope in the
Reading Time: 2 minutes Across the United Kingdom, the agricultural and horticultural sectors are at a pivotal juncture, with agritech innovation becoming increasingly crucial for their survival and growth.
Reading Time: < 1 minute The Alan Turing Institute is spearheading a UK-wide initiative to develop innovative AI and digital twin technologies aimed at tackling environmental and sustainability issues. This
Reading Time: < 1 minute A recent survey by AgTech Findings, conducted by The Yield Technology Solutions, has revealed a significant surge in the adoption of AI and data analysis
Reading Time: 2 minutes Two new funding streams are being made available by Growing Kent & Medway to back sustainable innovation and new technologies in the horticultural and plant-based
Reading Time: 2 minutes In Iceland, a remarkable application of geothermal energy is transforming the way vegetables, including cucumbers, are cultivated. This innovative approach is particularly evident at Laugaland
Reading Time: 2 minutes The UK government has announced a substantial £75 million investment to support regional innovation clusters, including agritech advancements. This initiative, unveiled by UK Science Minister
Reading Time: 2 minutes Ericsson, in cooperation with the U.S. National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research (PAWR) program, announced the launch of its 5G SA network
Reading Time: 2 minutes The prospect of integrating generative AI into the UK’s fresh produce industry is generating increasing interest among technologists, farmers, and policymakers. While many are still
Reading Time: 2 minutes Lincolnshire, UK-based FruitCast, a startup that offers yield forecasting services for soft-fruit growers, announced that it has secured £2.8M (approximately €3.26M) in a fresh round of
Reading Time: 2 minutes “Everyone is measuring the soil, air, humidity, and temperature except for the product itself; the actual plant. Having worked in tech for a very long
Reading Time: 2 minutes A new project aims to harness the power of data to help farmers to make more money from their produce and save crops from going
Reading Time: 2 minutes Developments in nanotechnology in agriculture can bring efficiency to water and fertiliser use, according to the findings of a recent report. With this technology, farmers
Reading Time: 3 minutes Embracing technological change is an imperative for industries aiming to stay afloat
Reading Time: 2 minutes Small and medium-sized farm businesses will be able to apply for a share of £5 million to fund innovative ideas aimed at boosting sustainable food
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