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A robot tractor startup’s high-tech dream crashes in California’s wine country

June 28, 2026

Two years ago, a Silicon Valley-backed company promised to transform grape farming with $100, 000 robot tractors that could drive themselves, collect data, and slash labor costs. The startup, Monarch Tractor, even landed on Time magazine’s best inventions list in 2023 and was valued at half a billio

science

Breeding Better Barley: A Look at the Genes That Fight Early Sprouting

May 4, 2026

Barley doesn’t always wait to be harvested. Sometimes, rain before cutting triggers premature sprouting in the field, turning starch into sugar and ruining quality. Scientists have now found small genetic differences that help some barley plants resist this problem, called preharvest sprouting. Inst

technology

Tech-Savvy Farming: How Data is Making Beef Tastier

November 30, 2025

Southern University is using technology to raise healthier and tastier beef. This isn't just about cows; it's about using data to improve food quality. Researchers are using a special pill with sensors to monitor the health of calves. This pill tracks important details like heart rate, temperature,

science

Pineapples: The Science Behind the Perfect Pick

February 19, 2025

Pineapples are a big hit for a reason. They're delicious and have a major impact on the economy. But timing is everything when it comes to picking them. It's not just about getting the best taste. It's also about making sure the fruit is perfect for selling or processing. So, how do we know when a p

business

Uzbekistan-Utah: A Drone Love Story

September 10, 2024

Meraque Group, a Malaysian startup that's all about making drones do the heavy lifting in agriculture, has hitched its wagon to Uzbekistan's Ministry of Agriculture. The two signed a MoU, with Shakhobjon Sharifov, Director of an 'Administrative and Economic Service', and Razali Ismail, Meraque's CEO