American group Taylor Farms has acquired a 4-hectare high-tech greenhouse in Virginia from Equinox Growers, a specialist in controlled environment agriculture. Inaugurated in 2024 with support from Generate Capital, the facility produces approximately 2,700 tons of leafy greens annually. The goal of this transaction is to bring production closer to consumers while reducing land use, water consumption, and logistical needs.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Equinox Growers Greenhouse Facility Sold to Taylor Farms" - 25 March 2026
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Agrim, an Indian agricultural input platform, recently raised $17.3 million in a Series B funding round, strengthening its position in a $50 billion market. With over 30,000 product references and a network of 15 million farmers, the company continues to expand its offerings and support a vast network of retailers across the country.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Agrim Raises $17.3M in Series B Funding Round Led by Asia Im..." - 24 March 2026
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Adam Bergman of EcoTech Capital predicts a major crisis in the agritech and foodtech sectors by 2026, with a wave of bankruptcies among 'zombie' startups that have failed to grow. This alarming observation stems from a lack of exits and a vicious cycle of funding. However, Bergman remains optimistic about the sector's future, emphasizing the importance of food security, health, sustainability, and technological innovation as long-term growth drivers.
Elaine Watson, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "🎥 The good, the bad, and the ugly of agrifoodtech investing..." - 24 March 2026
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AgFunder's report on agrifoodtech investment for 2026 reveals a funding stagnation at $16.2 billion, with increasing focus on upstream startups and a rise in debt financing. Despite growing environmental challenges, interest in deep technologies is strengthening, although investors remain cautious due to past failures. Companies must navigate a changing market to attract the necessary capital for growth.
Jennifer Marston, Source: Agfundernews, published under the title "New report: Agrifoodtech funding is flat but the story is sh..." - 18 March 2026
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The American controlled-environment salad producer Local Bounti has raised $15 million through a convertible note from an existing investor. This operation, the second in less than a year, comes as the company seeks to strengthen its financial position, despite sales growth and cost-cutting efforts, amid pressure from NYSE market capitalization requirements.
MADISON HONG, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Local Bounti Secures $15M Convertible Note From Strategic In..." - 18 March 2026
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Solugen, a company specializing in organic fertilizer production, has announced a $50 million funding round to increase its production capacity of Azogen, a liquid nitrogen fertilizer derived from pig manure. This financing, led by Idealist Capital, will enhance the capacity of the existing plant in St-Patrice-de-Beaurivage and build a new facility in Quebec, while preparing for an expansion into the U.S. market. The initiative addresses the growing demand for sustainable and circular agricultural solutions, supporting the transition to low-carbon agriculture.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Solugen Raises $50M to Scale Organic Nitrogen Fertilizer Pro..." - 18 March 2026
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Texas-based Solugen has raised $50 million to accelerate the production of Azogen, a liquid organic fertilizer aimed at organic farming. Derived in part from pig manure, this product seeks to close the yield gap with conventional systems. The company plans to expand its industrial capacity in North America to meet rising demand.
Source: Agropages, published under the title "Solugen raises $50 million to scale production of Azogen, a ..." - 18 March 2026
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Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) has experienced a rapid expansion period due to historically low interest rates, but the recent rise in rates has exposed financial vulnerabilities. Operators must now adapt to a market structure that imposes limits on price flexibility while adopting more disciplined industrial practices to ensure sustainable growth.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "The Shift From Venture Capital to Infrastructure Capital in ..." - 17 March 2026
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American company Frontera Ag has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Spanish firm PlantSustain, which specializes in plant and soil health technologies. Based in Malaga, PlantSustain develops solutions aimed at improving crop resilience and promoting sustainable agricultural systems. This acquisition is expected to enhance Frontera Ag's capabilities in biological crop protection and large-scale solutions, subject to customary closing conditions.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Frontera Ag Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire PlantSusta..." - 17 March 2026
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The joint venture between the Saudi Industrial Investment Group (SIIG) and Danish biotech Unibio International PLC aims to establish a single-cell protein production facility in Al Jubail, with an initial capacity of 50,000 tons per year and ambitions to expand to over 300,000 tons. This project, utilizing innovative fermentation technology, addresses the need to reduce Saudi Arabia's dependence on animal feed imports while aligning with the country's Vision 2030.
SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Unibio & SIIG to Build World’s Largest Single-Cell Protein P..." - 17 March 2026
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