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Upward bound: Lessons learned from vertical farming
With the Vertical Farming World Congress attracting companies from all over the world to Amsterdam from 7-9 October, organiser Richard Hall reflects on past lessons and future prospects.
Terra Oleo emerges from stealth with funding to transform palm oil and cocoa supply chains
Terra Oleo, a Singapore-based biotech firm, has emerged from stealth mode, with a $3.1m funding round backed by Breakthrough Energy Discovery.
Krones makes acquisitions to enhance process technology and can handling capabilities
Krones has announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in GHS Separationstechnik and the full takeover of Can Systems Worldwide based in the Netherlands.
Bunge and Bangkok Produce Merchandising forge blockchain partnership for sustainable soy supply
The collaboration will seek to implement a blockchain-based traceability system for soy and soy meal sourced from Brazil, marking a pivotal advancement for sustainability in the F&B supply chain.
GEA releases digital monitoring solution for dairy and beverage industries
GEA Group has launched its latest digital service product, the GEA InsightPartner EvoHDry.
Nitricity secures $50m to scale organic fertilizer production in US and Europe
US climate tech company Nitricity has raised $50 million in a Series B funding round to accelerate production of its organic nitrogen fertilizer and expand operations into Europe.
Brainr secures €11m to drive digital transformation in food manufacturing
The investment marks the largest of its kind globally aimed at modernising sectors such as poultry, beef, pork and pre-cooked foods.
Mars partners with Enel to accelerate clean energy across entire value chain
Mars has teamed up with energy partner Enel as part of its sustainability programme, Renewable Acceleration, aiming to speed up the shift to clean energy across its entire value chain.
KPM Analytics launches OEM division for integrated food inspection technology
KPM Analytics has launched an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) business division to integrate its vision inspection and foreign material detection technologies, including AI applications, directly into food processing equipment.
Finnish start-up Perfat Technologies raises €2.5m to revolutionise healthy fats
Perfat Technologies, a Finnish deep-tech startup, has secured €2.5 million in Series A financing to advance its innovative fat alternatives.
Sidel releases EvoBlow Laser technology for PET packaging performance
Sidel will launch its EvoBlow Laser technology during Drinktec 2025, taking place from September 15-19 at the Munich Trade Fair Centre.
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