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U.N. Report Calls for Climate Tech for Food System Resilience

Food Tank

These communities are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change, despite contributing the least to global greenhouse gas emissions. The UNFCCC hopes that climate technologies can address these challenges by improving agricultural productivity, promoting resilience to climate impacts, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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‘Nothing’s Predictable’: Extreme Weather is Ruining Farmers’ Crops and Finances

Daily Yonder

Reducing that overhead rate could free up financing for the growers who need it most. Warm season vegetable starts like peppers and eggplants were still safely in greenhouses, and flowers rounded out his end-of-summer income. “We In addition to their administrative costs, these companies earn a 14.5%

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Agritecture's Partner Network Expands to 20 Members; Seeks to Set a New Standard for Data Transparency

Agritecture Blog

The two that we hear most often are: (1) Deciding on the right equipment suppliers from so many options; and (2) Accessing relevant financing options. Currently, the APN comprises 16 equipment providers and 4 financing providers. Third-party validation of the system or underlying technology is also factored in. Credit: iFarm.

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California’s Thirsty Future: The Role of Vapor Pressure Deficit in Our Changing Climate and Drought

The Equation

Additionally, it can reduce crop yields or augment water demands as some plants, like crops, will require more water to survive and produce fruit. Reductions in water access affect people’s health and finances as they are forced to purchase bottled water or interim tanks, fix pumps, or drill new wells.

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5 Mistakes Vertical Farms Make

Agritecture Blog

Vertical Farms & Greenhouses) Most of us tend to overlook failed businesses, only studying successful businesses to crack the code on what made them successful. When measured and interpreted properly, controlled environment farming operations can use this data to improve yields and processes.

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Which States Offer Solar Incentives for Farmers?

Agritecture Blog

By installing solar panels above croplands or pastures, or by incorporating them into structures such as greenhouses or barns, farmers can produce both food and energy on the same land. These systems use sensors and automation to optimize the growth of crops and the generation of electricity from the solar panels.

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125 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2025

Food Tank

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) , International CPI is an analysis and advisory organization specializing in finance and policy, focused on helping governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change.

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