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Drones for Fruit Farmers

Drones have been used for years to help grain farmers improve efficiencies in their operations. Research is underway to do the same for orchard owners by applying drone technology to fruit trees. Olga Walsh is an extension specialist in cropping systems agronomy at the University of Idaho. She says as of now, they’re in the […]

Seeking startups for Exelon’s 2020 Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i)

Applications Due Sept. 25 Freshwater Advisors is working with Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ: EXC) and the non-profit Exelon Foundation to identify promising early-stage companies for the 2nd annual 2c2i program. Qualified startups are: Positively impacting climate change – GHG Mitigation or Resiliency and Adaptation Currently working on, or have the potential to work on, addressing climate change in one of Exelon’s […]

F3 Tech Supports Research for COVID-19 Preventative Solution

A private AgTech company, supported by F3 Tech, is developing a preventative & therapeutic solution to inhibit the binding & growth of SARS-COV-2 in human cells EASTON, MARYLAND, September 1, 2020 — F3 Tech, a leading commercialization program for early-stage companies, today announced that it has been providing resources and advisory services to a private […]

F3 Tech Announces 2020 Accelerator Program Finalists 

EASTON, MARYLAND,  September 17, 2020 — F3 Tech, a leading commercialization program for early-stage companies, has completed its search for the 2020 Accelerator program portfolio. This year’s candidates have developed unique solutions for energy storage, remote monitoring, water filtration, automated aquaculture and sustainable materials. The companies chosen this year hail from the east coast with staff […]

Agrifood investors head to the beach – but not for vacation

Normally, August is a slow month. It wasn’t this year – especially if you’re a seafood startup. Two big fund announcements and a spate of aquaculture and sustainable seafood deals signal that this long-underinvested agrifoodtech sector has become more than a blip on investors’ radars; it’s now sector with demonstrable and viable investment opportunities. @F3TechMD […]

Asparagus Picking Agricobot

ST Robotics has been making and selling low cost bench top robots for 3 decades. Along the way we have been involved in a wide range of applications and projects. One major application area is agriculture. @F3TechMD #agtech #agritech #agribusiness #f3tech Source: Asparagus Picking Agricobot

Color and quality control in fresh produce: Traditional solutions vs AI

Fresh fruits and vegetables are a critical ingredient for food companies that make anything from juices and smoothies through to sauces, pastes, and pulps. The characteristics of fresh produce differ by variety and season, unlike with many other raw materials. This variability creates challenges in the manufacturing process, and in delivering the quality customers expect […]

You are invited to BIW20 Innovation Celebration

Baltimore Innovation Week 2020 is a one-day virtual Innovation Celebration featuring multiple sessions that are focused on showcasing local companies and good news stories that have emerged during these continuously changing and trying times. Save your seat at spotlight discussions with industry experts, workshops from top companies, and networking with local businesses. You’ll have an insider […]

F3 Tech Supports Research for COVID-19 Preventative Solution

A private AgTech company, supported by F3 Tech, is developing a preventative & therapeutic solution to inhibit the binding & growth of SARS-COV-2 in human cells. F3 Tech, a leading commercialization program for early-stage companies, today announced that it has been providing resources and advisory services to a private Maryland company that has been developing […]

Aeration in fish farming | Bronkhorst

In fish farming, aeration is literally of vital importance. For aeration processes mass flow controllers can play an important role. Fish consumption is rising. With the increase of the world population and the need for nutritious food, health-conscious consumers are looking for alternatives to “a nice slice of meat”. And they end up eating more […]