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NCC warns of rising cyber risks to connected farming

2 days ago
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NCC warns that insecure connected farm machinery could let cyber attacks disrupt harvests, cut yields and threaten food supply chains.
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How underground data centres & agrovoltaics can power food security

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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New underground data centres paired with agrovoltaic farms and solar cooling offer a sustainable model supporting agriculture, food security and climate goals.
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Canadian foodtech awards honour innovation & create 1,763 jobs

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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clean technologies
Canada's inaugural Foodtech Frontier Awards honour 35 companies driving innovation in foodtech, creating 1,763 jobs and generating CAD $440 million in sales.
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Oracle launches AI-powered platform to boost government food security

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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agricultural technology
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Oracle has launched an AI-powered platform offering governments real-time data and insights to enhance agricultural performance and food security resilience.
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Cyberattack on major food distributor sparks supply chain fears

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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supply chain
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A cyberattack on United Natural Foods, a key supplier for Whole Foods, risks widespread disruption to North America's food supply chains and grocery availability.
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New Zealand & Canada boost food innovation partnership

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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agricultural technology
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food technology
New Zealand and Canada have launched a partnership to boost the commercialisation of Kiwi food innovations, addressing global market demands effectively.