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Babylon Named In 2023 Best Tech Startups in Richmond (Virginia)

Babylon Named In 2023 Best Tech Startups in Richmond (Virginia)

Being named one of the top 8 startups in Richmond, VA by Tech Tribune for the fourth time is an incredible achievement that we’re incredibly proud of. It’s a testament to the hard work, dedication, and innovation of our team, as well as the support of our community. We’re excited to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and making a real impact in our industry and our community.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Raises $8 Million In Series A

Babylon Micro-Farms Raises $8 Million In Series A

Join this episode of RENEWables and meet Alexander Olesen, Co-founder and CEO of Babylon Micro Farms to discover more about his remarkable team of entrepreneurs and engineers, who are committed to making fresh and healthy food easily accessible to everyone, regardless of gardening experience or available space.

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Perspectives

Virginia is well-suited for controlled environment agriculture – Cardinal News

Virginia is well-suited for controlled environment agriculture – Cardinal News

Virginia is working to be at the forefront of the fast-growing controlled environment agriculture industry. And, based on information shared at this week’s CEA Summit East, it’s in good shape to achieve this goal.

Controlled environment agriculture, or CEA, is a technology-based approach to farming. Factors like temperature, humidity, airflow, light and water are controlled to try to produce optimal conditions for growth.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Works With VEDP And VITAL On Programs To Engage The World And Our Local Universities

Babylon Micro-Farms Works With VEDP And VITAL On Programs To Engage The World And Our Local Universities

Our guest is Alexander Olesen, CEO and founder of Babylon Micro-Farms. The Richmond, Va.-based company has developed a hydroponics-based approach to growing produce in enclosed compact systems — about the size of a large vending machine — that can be managed remotely. The system produces as much produce in 15 square feet of space as 2,000 square feet of traditional farmland. The company describes its product as a “cloud-based vertical farm” that provides expert cultivation advice and cues about when to harvest. The Babylon Micro-Farms system can help grocers, restaurants, and communities to plant, grow, and harvest produce within yards of where it will be purchased or consumed.

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Babylon Micro-Farms Launches Galleri, a Revolutionary New Vertical Farm

Babylon Micro-Farms Launches Galleri, a Revolutionary New Vertical Farm

Our guest is Alexander Olesen, CEO and founder of Babylon Micro-Farms. The Richmond, Va.-based company has developed a hydroponics-based approach to growing produce in enclosed compact systems — about the size of a large vending machine — that can be managed remotely. The system produces as much produce in 15 square feet of space as 2,000 square feet of traditional farmland. The company describes its product as a “cloud-based vertical farm” that provides expert cultivation advice and cues about when to harvest. The Babylon Micro-Farms system can help grocers, restaurants, and communities to plant, grow, and harvest produce within yards of where it will be purchased or consumed.

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The Hill Features Babylon Micro-Farms in Docuseries: Changing America

The Hill Features Babylon Micro-Farms in Docuseries: Changing America

Our guest is Alexander Olesen, CEO and founder of Babylon Micro-Farms. The Richmond, Va.-based company has developed a hydroponics-based approach to growing produce in enclosed compact systems — about the size of a large vending machine — that can be managed remotely. The system produces as much produce in 15 square feet of space as 2,000 square feet of traditional farmland. The company describes its product as a “cloud-based vertical farm” that provides expert cultivation advice and cues about when to harvest. The Babylon Micro-Farms system can help grocers, restaurants, and communities to plant, grow, and harvest produce within yards of where it will be purchased or consumed.

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Harvest Highlights

Better Living for Seniors with Babylon Micro-Farms

Better Living for Seniors with Babylon Micro-Farms

“We have the best dining service directors but not good farmers.” So says Bob Raymond, Vice President of Procurement and Dining Services for Commonwealth Senior Living. This simple but brief sentiment serves as a clear explanation for why Commonwealth Senior Living...

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Micro-Farms: Reaching Higher in Higher Education

Micro-Farms: Reaching Higher in Higher Education

According to the Food and Drug Administration, 40% of produce is lost before consumption. In addition, half of the nutrients in that produce is lost on the 1500 miles from farm to table. There’s got to be a better way to cut the carbon footprint, provide sustainable...

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