For Philippe Choquet, director of UniLaSalle, an engineering school specializing in life sciences, the ongoing agricultural transformation – reducing inputs, increasing data usage, and hybridizing disciplines – necessitates a redefinition of professions and the way engineers are trained.
Anne Barrat - 1 May 2026
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In the face of market volatility, geopolitical tensions, and agricultural transformations, cereal logistics becomes a strategic issue. During a roundtable organized by La Ferme Digitale at the 2026 International Agricultural Show, industry leaders, agricultural experts, and agritech entrepreneurs shared their vision on modernizing the supply chain and the crucial role of data.
Anne Barrat - 11 March 2026
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The $50 million funding round announced by GrubMarket, which values the American platform at nearly $4.5 billion, illustrates the rise of integrated agri-food models. In a more demanding AgTech market than post-pandemic, investors favor players capable of structuring the physical and digital flows of a still fragmented sector.
La RĂ©daction - 12 February 2026
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With its Large Plant Model, startup Carbon Robotics makes a significant impact. When a tech entrepreneur and a hands-on farmer transform AI into agricultural infrastructure.
La RĂ©daction - 6 February 2026
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How can we identify natural enzymes capable of degrading environmental pollutants? In an article published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, Joseph Boctor, a researcher at Murdoch University in Australia, presents an approach that combines machine learning with automated biochemical analyses. The goal is to identify biocatalysts suitable for bioremediation, or in other words, for pollution cleanup through biological processes. This is a promising avenue for developing new environmental decontamination solutions.
Source: Springer, published under the title "Using machine learning with biochemical analysis to identify..." - 29 September 2026
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Argentine startup DeepAgro partners with Brazilian manufacturer Jacto to integrate its selective spraying technology, SprAI, into the brand's machines. Utilizing cameras and artificial intelligence, the system identifies weeds in real-time and triggers herbicide application only where necessary. DeepAgro claims an average savings of 73% in herbicide use. This partnership aims to accelerate the deployment of the technology among Brazilian farmers.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Global machinery giant Jacto partners with DeepAgro to facto..." - 29 September 2026
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The collaboration between dClimate and Amazon Web Services (AWS) aims to make TESSERA, a geospatial artificial intelligence model, accessible to all. This project will transform satellite data into actionable insights for researchers, farmers, and climate stakeholders, thereby facilitating the monitoring of environmental changes and climate risk management. By making this data open, dClimate and AWS seek to democratize access to crucial information for the sustainability and resilience of agricultural and environmental systems.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "dClimate collaborates with AWS to bring TESSERA's global lan..." - 22 September 2026
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With the acquisition of Sibium Analytics, xFarm Technologies strengthens its position in the agricultural market by integrating advanced solutions for data management, crop traceability, and biofuel auditing, thereby addressing the growing demands for sustainability and compliance in modern agriculture.
Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "xFarm Technologies’ acquisition of Sibium Analytics brings i..." - 22 September 2026
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The white paper from Incotec and Croda Agriculture explores how artificial intelligence is transforming agricultural innovation, drawing on contributions from experts in agricultural sciences and AI. It highlights the organizational changes necessary to integrate AI at scale and enhance productivity while preserving ecosystems.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Incotec and Croda release white paper on artificial intellig..." - 22 September 2026
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Rice, a global staple food, requires more efficient phenotyping methods. A new cloud-based platform integrating AI enables automatic analysis of grain traits, facilitating genetic research and variety improvement. With advanced algorithms, this approach overcomes the limitations of traditional methods, offering scalable solutions for agronomy researchers.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "From phenome to genome: A cloud-based AI platform for integr..." - 16 September 2026
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The University of Chicago and its partners receive $60 million in funding from the OpenAI Foundation to expand access to AI-based weather forecasting and crop disease tools, targeting 100 million small farmers in Southeast Asia and East Africa. This initiative promises to enhance food security and the resilience of agricultural systems in the face of climate challenges.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "New initiative secures $60M from OpenAI Foundation to scale ..." - 16 September 2026
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Digital falconry, utilizing drones to scare away pests, is emerging as an innovative solution in vineyards and orchards. While this technology is mature, its large-scale deployment will depend on regulatory developments. Drones, capable of renewing scare stimuli, offer an alternative to traditional methods, while also presenting notable environmental benefits.
Source: Wikiagri, published under the title "INNOVATIONS : Exploiter le potentiel des drones effaroucheur..." - 16 September 2026
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The adoption of artificial intelligence by farmers is experiencing a significant increase as they seek to optimize their operations after years of budget constraints. McKinsey highlights that 17% of global farmers are now using generative AI, marking a significant trend in the agricultural sector in the face of high input costs and local political uncertainty.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Farmers are embracing AI more than any other tech, McKinsey ..." - 16 September 2026
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In this episode, we explore the latest advancements in agritech, including applications of vertical farming technologies and genomic editing. We also discuss the impacts of new regulations on the industrialization of startups and trends in the biofuels market. Experts share their visions on the future of plant-based proteins and bioproducts in the agri-food sector, while addressing challenges related to soil health and the automation of agricultural equipment.
Source: La France Agricole, published under the title "Le podcast du 15 septembre 2026" - 16 September 2026
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