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Kashi Sehgal is no stranger to the Atlanta entrepreneurial scene. She was one of the originals working out of Atlanta Tech Village (ATV) and founded her first company – a…
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Before we dive into the innovation news, we have to first take a quick botany and history lesson. While most might associate the cannabis sativa plant with the marijuana industry,…
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How These Rocket Scientists Are Helping Farmers Increase Yields and Use Less Water
by Muriel Vegaby Muriel VegaFarming accounts for a full 70 percent of the water consumed around the world. Irrigation practices are often inefficient and data incomplete, leaving farmers with high water bills or sub-optimal…
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Mesur.io Sets Up Farmers, Growers, and Golf Courses For Data-Driven Success
by Muriel Vegaby Muriel VegaWhen Mike Prorock decided to move back to his former home state of North Carolina after living in the northeast, he purchased a farm that he intended to operate. But, he had…
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Wherever Produce Travels, Trackter Follows from Harvest to Retailer
by Muriel Vegaby Muriel VegaAfter growing up on his grandparents’ farm in rural Georgia, Josh Whitlock followed a career path into agriculture by becoming a watermelon broker. That means he was responsible for managing…
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How AI, Data and Voice Analysis May Transform Farming — And Grow A New Industry In the South
by Holly Beilinby Holly BeilinIn 2015, an estimated $800 million worth of crops in Georgia — a number that amounted to about 13.8 percent of the state’s total crop value — was lost to plant…
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Calling All Smart City and AgTech Enthusiasts: City of Atlanta Hosts AgLanta Conference
by Angela Kingby Angela KingA city with a strong local food economy is a resilient city. Cities and companies around the world are recognizing the growing demand for local food coupled with an ever…