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farm-ng Latest User-Friendly Software Empowers Small and Mid-Sized Farms with Smarter Automation

farm-ng

farm-ng, a leader in accessible agricultural robotics, announced significant updates to its on-robot software stack, reinforcing the company’s dedication to providing affordable, practical and easy-to-use solutions for small and medium-sized farms. These enhancements focus on a streamlined, grower-centric user interface (UI), automated implement control within farming zones, improved accuracy in hands-free navigation mode, and a new Job Manager to simplify operations and increase efficiency in the field. "Our goal has always been to empower farmers with equipment that is both powerful and affordable," said Brendan Dowdle, CEO of farm-ng. "These latest enhancements to the Amiga robotic platform are a direct response to feedback from our users, aiming to make advanced agricultural technology accessible for farms of all sizes." The updated UI gives growers an intuitive dashboard to monitor robot health, switch between apps, and manage implements with ease, such as toggling sprayers on/off or setting tools to operate for specific durations. This design ensures that even those with minimal technical experience can effectively utilize the Amiga robot. The new Job Manager lets users plan, save, and repeat complete tasks within defined paths and zones—enabling hands-free operations like seeding, weeding, or spraying with precision tool control. This streamlines repetitive work, saves time, and minimizes human error. These updates are available over-the-air (OTA), ensuring that existing Amiga users can seamlessly upgrade their systems without the need for additional hardware or complex installations. For more information about the Amiga robot and the latest updates, please visit www.farm-ng.com. About farm-ng Based in Watsonville, California, farm-ng is an agricultural robotics company supporting productivity and innovation in the field. Its flagship product – the Amiga – is a modular, electric, open-architecture robot designed to serve small- and mid-sized farms, research institutions, and developers. From crop care to data collection, farm-ng empowers the ag community to solve today’s challenges and build tomorrow’s solutions. Contact Details AgTech PR Sara Winters sara@agtechpr.com

June 11, 2025 09:15 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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Sheon Karol Joins West Lane Partners as Senior Advisor

West Lane Partners

West Lane Partners, a private equity firm focused on special situations in middle market companies spanning healthcare, tech, financial services and industrials, is pleased to announce that Sheon Karol, a nationally recognized investment banker and restructuring advisor, has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor. Mr. Karol brings over three decades of experience in investment banking, restructuring, and senior corporate leadership, with deep expertise in complex M&A, capital raises, and operational turnarounds. Skilled in de-risking situations, he brings a flexible yet disciplined approach that favors iterative decision-making over rigid or binary choices. His ability to surface a range of strategic options, often under pressure, has made him a trusted advisor to owners navigating both opportunity and uncertainty. His contributions to the field have earned national recognition, including the “Boutique Investment Banker of the Year” award from the Atlas Awards. “Sheon and I have been in the trenches together on complex deals. He’s masterful at aligning stakeholders, cutting through noise, and adapting in real time to keep transactions on course. Where others see roadblocks, he sees possibility—and responds with clarity and flexibility,” said Deryck Palmer, Founder and Managing Partner at West Lane Partners. “His dynamic approach, experience, and deep market insight into the industries on which we’re focused, and an instinct for what owners value most, makes him an exceptional addition to our firm.” “I think of the middle market as the river less fished” said Mr. Karol. “Middle market companies are often overlooked, undercapitalized, and underserved by institutional talent. At West Lane Partners, our focus on investments between $25 million and $75 million is about more than deal size—it’s about bringing high-caliber insight to businesses at pivotal moments and tailoring strategic options to match the evolving goals of owners and the realities of the market. The result is not just getting deals done, but generating long-term value others might miss.” Mr. Palmer added, “I’ve always been impressed by Sheon’s expertise, creativity, positivity and determination to get the best for his clients. These qualities enable him to inexorably bring difficult situations to their best possible conclusion and there are few who bring such capabilities to the middle market.” About Sheon Karol Mr. Karol has advised on high-stakes transactions across a myriad of industries in the middle market, including manufacturing, biotech, pharma, for-profit education, medical research, agriculture, consumer goods, food & grocery, sports, and technology. Mr. Karol has successfully executed a wide range of strategic transactions, including M&A advisory, capital raises, and restructurings, for both healthy and distressed businesses and their stakeholders. He has also served in executive capacities, including as Chief Restructuring Officer of a $1 billion company, for which he renegotiated the company's debt and avoided a bankruptcy filing. Many of Mr. Karol’s transactions, including Violin Memory and Peekay Boutiques, have won awards. He served as SVP of Winn-Dixie and managed the company's sale of assets in excess of $200 million and the disposition of 326 stores (in a 90-day period); guided the auction and sale of Farmland’s nitrogen fertilizer business that exceeded the “stalking horse” bid by $25 million; advised the CRO in the sale of the Texas Rangers baseball team; and advised foreign buyers in their U.S. expansion. Trustee positions include the Violin Memory and Lily Robotics Trusts. A middle market M&A thought leader, he writes and lectures widely, including on entrepreneurship, auction theory, sale processes, the middle market and foreign buyers. He holds FINRA SIE, Series 63 and Series 79 certifications. Mr. Karol received a J.D. from Yale Law School and a B.A. from Yeshiva College. About West Lane Partners West Lane Partners is a private equity firm whose senior leadership has over 150 years of collective restructuring and private equity experience working with underperforming, stressed and distressed companies across a range of industries in both large cap and middle market companies. In addition to providing capital, the firm combines decades of restructuring, private equity, legal and financial expertise to collaborate with management in developing and executing bespoke solutions that deliver mutually beneficial outcomes. Contact Details Curtis Johnson, Investor Relations +1 973-404-0999 cjohnson@westlanepartners.com Meir Kahtan Public Relations, LLC Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.westlanepartners.com

June 11, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

G6 Hospitality Unveils AI-Powered Upgraded My6 App

G6 Hospitality LLC

G6 Hospitality, the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, today announced the launch of the new My6, a completely revamped consumer app featuring advanced AI personalization feature for customers. The revamped guest-facing app delivers 2X faster performance with a 50% reduction in latency, offering improved booking experiences that directly benefit property visibility and occupancy rates. The cornerstone of the new My6 app is its proprietary AI-powered recommendation engine that intelligently connects guests with the most suitable properties based on their preferences. This technology is particularly valuable for capturing the one-third of all searches for "Motel 6 near me," ensuring properties receive maximum exposure to their most relevant potential guests. The app introduces dynamic homepage experiences and personalized deal offers tailored to each guest's preferences, driving higher conversion rates and increased bookings for properties. "Our customers deserve a seamless, personalized booking experience, and My6 2.0 delivers exactly that while simultaneously driving more bookings to our properties. The AI-powered features mean guests find exactly what they're looking for faster, resulting in higher conversion rates and increased occupancy for our locations," said Sonal Sinha, CEO - G6 Hospitality. Key features of the enhanced customer app include: AI-driven recommendations and lister rankings that ensure the right guest is connected with the right property at the right time. Personalized homepage tailored to guest preferences and locality, catering to different customer segments. Save and compare feature allowing users to easily shortlist and evaluate properties to make informed decisions. Enhanced property showcasing with AI-powered amenity tags, with Gen AI-based upgrades coming soon. Interactive map feature that improves navigation and highlights nearby attractions for better trip planning. Optimized visual presentation with categorized images and clearly displayed policy information for better transparency. The app also introduces customer-focused innovations including interactive neighbourhood exploration maps, a save-and-compare function for multiple properties, and an intuitive booking process designed to reduce abandonment rates on the app. Early data suggests the new My6 app saw 14% YoY increase in direct bookings while reducing drop-offs in the reservation process. The development roadmap includes further AI-driven ranking improvements, enhanced filters, Google Pay & Apple Pay payment options, Tripadvisor review integration, and post-checkout rating capabilities—all designed to enhance the guest experience and drive additional revenue. My6 2.0 is available now for download on iOS and Android platform. About G6 Hospitality LLC G6 Hospitality LLC is the leading economy lodging franchisor, with nearly 1,500 economy lodging locations under the iconic Motel 6 brand and the Studio 6 Extended Stay brand in the United States and Canada. G6 Hospitality is committed to making hospitality accessible to all through responsible business practices and unparalleled opportunity for franchisees to build a legacy through ownership. Both Motel 6 and Studio 6 were recognized in the 2024 Entrepreneur Franchise 500® report, with Motel 6 ranking in the top 50 of all franchises. The Carrollton, Texas, based company was named a 2024 Leader in Diversity by Dallas Business Journal. For more information, please visit www.g6hospitality.com. Contact Details G6 Hospitality LLC Anupriya Malik +91 97911 63065 anupriya.d@g6hospitality.com

June 11, 2025 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Bacula Systems Announces Native GPFS Integration to Boost Backup Performance in Large-Scale File System Architectures

Bacula Systems

Bacula Systems, the global leader in high-security, high-performance backup and recovery solutions, today announced native integration with IBM Spectrum Scale (GPFS), bringing powerful new capabilities for organizations running large-scale, high-throughput file systems. This latest development expands Bacula’s portfolio of advanced file system compatibility, allowing enterprise and HPC users to deploy tightly integrated backup and recovery operations directly within GPFS environments. This strategic advancement enables Bacula Enterprise to operate natively within GPFS-based architectures, allowing IT teams to dramatically increase backup efficiency, reduce system load, and maintain robust data protection in mission-critical environments. Bacula’s unique modular architecture and broad platform support now include full interoperability with GPFS, enabling protection of some of the world’s most demanding storage infrastructures. “Our GPFS integration is the next leap forward for enterprises and HPC environments managing massive data volumes and complex workloads,” said Jorge Gea, CTO of Bacula Systems. “By combining Bacula’s highly secure and scalable backup engine with GPFS’s exceptional parallel file system performance, our customers gain a reliable and highly efficient solution that meets the highest standards of resilience, speed, compliance and cost-efficiency. This is a natural evolution of our roadmap in the high-performance file systems space.” Key Benefits of Bacula’s GPFS Integration: • Direct GPFS Interoperability: Bacula interfaces directly with GPFS file systems, eliminating the need for inefficient workarounds or middleware. • Extreme Scalability: Ideal for petabyte-scale storage environments, Bacula’s GPFS module ensures high-speed, low-latency data protection for massive parallel workloads. • Optimized Throughput: Bacula supports GPFS’s high concurrency and distributed architecture, allowing parallel backup and restore operations across multiple nodes with minimal performance impact. • High-Security Data Protection: Bacula’s comprehensive suite of security features—including advanced encryption, ransomware protection, and air-gapped storage options—are fully compatible with GPFS-based deployments. • Advanced File-Level Control: Bacula enables fine-grained backup strategies with support for metadata-driven inclusion/exclusion rules and efficient change detection in large-scale GPFS environments. • Cost Optimization: Organizations can leverage Bacula’s deduplication and advanced compression to reduce storage costs, particularly in environments with heavy data redundancy. • Seamless Integration with HPC Workflows: Bacula supports modern HPC workflows by aligning with GPFS’s high-performance I/O demands, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum compatibility. Bacula Systems continues to lead the industry in delivering adaptable, highly secure, enterprise-grade backup solutions. With native support for both ZFS and GPFS, Bacula further empowers IT teams to deploy tailored data protection strategies across a wide variety of performance-critical file systems. Bacula Systems customers include NASA, Navisite, Texas A&M University, Sky PLC, Warner Bros Discovery, Locaweb and many more. For more information about Bacula’s GPFS integration and enterprise backup solutions, visit www.baculasystems.com/contactus/ IBM Spectrum Scale is a trademark of International Business Machines Corp. About Bacula Systems: Bacula Enterprise is an exceptionally secure, highly scalable backup and recovery software for large organizations, data centers, High Performance Computing, and MSPs. www.baculasystems.com Contact Details Rob Morrison +41 21 641 60 80 rob.morrison@baculasystems.com Company Website https://www.baculasystems.com/

June 11, 2025 04:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time

SeaTrainTM Technology Appoints Katy Nierman as CFO Amid Rapid Maritime Industry Growth and Innovation

SeaTrain Technology

SeaTrain Technology, LLC, a trailblazer in sustainable maritime innovation, proudly announces the appointment of Katy Nierman as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ms. Nierman brings over two decades of financial and operational leadership across diverse technology sectors in both domestic and international markets. A recognized leader in her field, she was named one of the Top 20 CFOs to watch by Washington Exec and one of the Top 5 Inspiring Women Government Executives in 2023. “Katy’s entrepreneurial growth mindset, strategic achievements and deep expertise in both government and commercial technology solutions make her a tremendous asset as we advance our long-term plan to revitalize the maritime industry.” claimed SeaTrain Technologies’ CEO Carleen Walker. In her role as CFO, Ms. Nierman will oversee finance, accounting, risk management and supply chain operations. Her leadership will be critical to supporting SeaTrain’s mission to revolutionize ocean shipping by delivering unmatched efficiency, profitability, reliability, and environmental sustainability. As SeaTrain’s patented technology continues development in collaboration with industry partners and maritime regulatory bodies, Ms. Nierman will provide a pivotal role in optimizing internal controls, ensuring operational efficiency, and securing strategic funding. “I’m honored to lead the financial strategy behind this transformative technology,” said Nierman. “This is a pivotal moment for the shipping industry, and I’m excited to work alongside a visionary team that’s redefining what’s possible in maritime innovation. Together, we are laying the foundation for a new standard in ship design, construction, and operation—one that advances both economic performance and environmental sustainability.” SeaTrain’s forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation position the company at the forefront of a rapidly changing maritime landscape. With Ms. Nierman joining the executive team, SeaTrain is poised to accelerate its growth and impact. For more information about SeaTrain Technology and its groundbreaking initiatives, please visit SeaTrain Technology. SeaTrain Technology, established in 2023 and headquartered in Boynton Beach, Florida, is on a mission to revolutionize the shipping, energy, and defense sectors through its patented submersible glider technology. The companyâs core valuesâinnovation, sustainability, efficiency, and safetyâare at the forefront of its operations, aiming to set new standards in performance and streamline shipbuilding and operations. Contact Details Carleen Lyden Walker +1 203-260-0480 Carleen@seatraintech.com

June 10, 2025 04:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Kryton International Urges Durable Concrete Standards as Data Centers Face Mounting Infrastructure Risks

The Hoyt Organization

As the demand for high-performance data centers surges around the world, Kryton International, the global leader in waterproofing and durability solutions for concrete, is calling attention to a growing threat to uptime and asset longevity: concrete degradation. With operators increasingly adopting robotics and automation within their facilities, the need for ultra-durable, waterproof concrete is no longer optional — it’s critical. According to Forbes, the average cost of a data center outage has soared to over $9,000 per minute, with some incidents exceeding $1 million per hour. Seemingly minor infrastructure failures — such as a hairline crack in a concrete slab that leads to water ingress — can escalate rapidly, damaging sensitive servers and power infrastructure. Even small leaks that do not fully penetrate can corrode the internal steel rebar and trigger a full collapse of concrete walls, cable trays, raised floors, power conduits, or cooling lines. “Concrete is often treated as a static component of a data center, but in reality, it is a dynamic and vulnerable part of the facility,” said Kari Yuers, President & CEO of Kryton International. “Traditional concrete is prone to microcracking, water penetration, and abrasion — all of which can lead to costly damage, downtime, and reputational risk for operators.” This risk is amplified by the massive volumes of water used to cool today’s data centers. Many large facilities use millions of gallons of water daily to regulate temperature — Google alone reported using over 5 billion gallons of water across its U.S. data centers in 2022. As cooling systems circulate water through and around concrete infrastructure, the potential for seepage and structural degradation grows — especially when relying on outdated or inadequately treated concrete. Additionally, the implementation of robotics to handle racks within the facility – an increasingly more common practice within the data center industry – subjects the concrete to abrasion from wheeled traffic cycles. Kryton’s Krystol Internal Membrane™ (KIM®) and Hard-Cem® admixtures provide industry-leading protection by making concrete self-sealing, waterproof, and resistant to abrasion — even under the heavy loads and constant movement associated with robotic systems. “Data centers are expanding to handle the processing power of AI systems, and the modern, high-efficiency warehouses are increasingly being driven by robotics,” said Yuers. “That shift demands a new standard in concrete performance — one that resists not just time, but moisture and abrasion.” The need is growing as hyperscale and edge data centers expand into regions with high water tables, such as Texas and the Southern U.S.; seismic activity; or wide seasonal temperature swings — all of which increase the risk of concrete deterioration. Once a water leak occurs, not only is there potential damage to electronics, but entire operations may grind to a halt for remediation and equipment replacement. By integrating Kryton's innovative admixtures at the time of construction, operators can avoid costly shutdowns, eliminate reliance on external waterproofing membranes, and ensure long-term operational resilience. Key Advantages of Advanced Concrete Solutions in Data Centers: Moisture Protection: Waterproof concrete helps eliminate the risk of seepage and moisture migration through floors and below-grade walls, which is especially vital in facilities with raised floors or sensitive power and cooling infrastructure. Long-Term Integrity: Abrasion-resistant concrete stands up to the high traffic and mechanical wear caused by heavy equipment, maintenance operations, and cable tray installations—ensuring longevity without the need for frequent repairs. Energy and Cost Efficiency: By mitigating risks of structural damage, corrosion, and mold growth, advanced concrete formulations reduce the need for costly repairs, operational disruptions, and energy losses from compromised insulation systems. For more information about Kryton’s concrete durability solutions for mission-critical infrastructure, visit www.kryton.com. ABOUT KRYTON Kryton International Inc. is the inventor of the crystalline waterproofing admixture and has been waterproofing concrete structures with its proprietary KrystolÂ® technology since 1973. Kryton has won awards for innovation, manufacturing, best place to work, and entrepreneurship. Kryton is an active member of the American Concrete Institute, International Concrete Repair Institute, American Shotcrete Association, and many other thought-leading organizations. Kryton exports its products to more than 50 countries globally. www.kryton.com Contact Details Kryton International Andrew King +1 914-513-6895 aking@hoytorg.com Company Website https://www.kryton.com/

June 10, 2025 09:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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Yandex open-sources neural network for 4x faster cleanup of remote coastlines

Yandex

Yandex B2B Tech, Yandex School of Data Analysis, and the Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU), have developed and open-sourced a neural network designed to streamline coastal waste cleanup in hard-to-reach regions. Deployed successfully in the remote areas of South Kamchatka Federal Nature Reserve, the technology is now being tested in the Arctic and beyond. Aligned with World Environment Day 2025 ’s focus on ending plastic pollution, this open-sourced solution can help environmental agencies and volunteers accelerate solid waste removal, including plastics, in ecologically sensitive zones worldwide. The problem and evolution of solutions More than 11 million tons of plastic — approximately 85% of all marine waste — end up in the world’s oceans annually, mainly in the form of food packaging and fishing gear. If no action is taken, the amount of plastic waste could increase to 29 million tons by the year 2040. Marine plastic pollutants, once believed to take centuries to decompose, degrade far faster into microplastics when exposed to sunlight and seawater, threatening the life and health of wildlife that ingests it. Enhancing this threat are “ghost nets” — discarded fishing gear accounting for 60% of ocean debris — that lethally trap various marine species. While much of the waste remains in the oceans, a significant part is washed ashore, often in remote coastal areas. Meanwhile, volunteers often focus on accessible coastal areas, remote sites remain polluted — largely because teams cannot determine the critical resources (team size, tools, specialized equipment) required for effective cleanup operations beforehand. Moreover, traditional mapping of polluted areas relies on labor-intensive manual geotagging, limiting scalability. With machine learning automating waste detection and analysis, the neural network developed by Yandex and FEFU researchers now streamlines pollution assessment, offering a faster, cost-effective alternative to outdated methods — a critical step in combating the marine crisis globally. Proven impact and opportunities for global adoption During expeditions in Kamchatka’s nature reserves, the neural network revealed that 33–39% of coastal waste was plastic containers and packaging, while 27–29% derived from industrial fishing. By deploying the tool, volunteer teams cleared 5 tons of waste four times faster than traditional methods, mobilizing an optimal number of volunteers and determining the pieces of equipment needed for the cleanup. Further project development in 2025 includes deployments across Far Eastern and Arctic national parks, where challenging terrain complicates waste management. Addressing the pressing issue of pollution, this solution can be further developed and implemented by local volunteer teams and government agencies in Indonesia and other countries with coastal areas, riverbanks, and similar environments, enabling more effective solid waste monitoring and cleanup. Additionally, having an open codebase, it can be customized to detect new types of waste, monitor endangered species, and support other environmental efforts. How the AI solution works The AI solution development leveraged computer vision, specifically semantic image segmentation, to automate solid waste detection. This method divides images into pixel groups, assigning each to a specific waste type: fishing nets, iron, rubber, large pieces of plastic, concrete, and wood, achieving over 80% accuracy. The neural network then maps waste locations, estimates volume and weight, and calculates the required workforce and equipment (for instance, dump trucks, all-terrain vehicles). This data-driven approach optimizes logistics, reducing cleanup time and costs. The neural network can be integrated with various mapping tools, such as the open-source QGIS. The neural network codebase is fully open-sourced and available on GitHub. Environmental agencies and volunteer organizations around the world can use the model for free and modify it for their own pollution management tasks. About Yandex Yandex is a global technology company that builds intelligent products and services powered by machine learning. The company aims to help consumers and businesses better navigate the online and offline world. Since 1997, Yandex has been delivering world-class, locally relevant search and information services and has also developed market-leading on-demand transportation services, navigation products, and other mobile applications for millions of consumers across the globe. Supporting visuals: https://bit.ly/cleanupimages Contact Details Media Team media@nettresults.com

June 05, 2025 06:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time

AEON Integrates TRON Network to Enable Seamless In-Store Payments

AEON

Singapore - June 5, 2025 – AEON, the next-generation crypto framework built for payments, has integrated the TRON network to enable seamless in-store payments. Through AEON Pay, users can now transact using TRX, the native utility token of the TRON network. USDT and USDD on TRON for offline payments are also included to bring fast and low-cost digital payments into everyday retail experiences. This integration marks a major milestone in AEON’s mission to make crypto spending frictionless and widely accessible, while significantly expanding the utility of TRON-based digital assets in global retail environments. As one of the most actively used public layer-1 blockchains, TRON’s high throughput and low transaction fees have earned it a reputation for fast and secure payments. In addition to TRX, USDD and USDT on TRON can now be used to make purchases at thousands of physical retail locations. From global franchises to local stores, approximately 10,000 brands and 20 million merchants across Southeast Asia can now tap into a circulating supply of $77B+ stablecoins on TRON. Expansion into Africa and Latin America is currently in development. “TRON encompasses a global community that has embraced blockchain as a fast, affordable, reliable, and stable means of transacting,” said AEON’s CEO, Eddie Li. “The sheer volume of users and stablecoin activity on their network is extremely well-suited to AEON’s growing suite of payment services for users around the world.” To make purchases, users simply open the AEON Pay app, scan the merchant’s QR code, and pay directly with their TRON-based digital assets. By tapping into TRON’s expansive global user base, AEON is accelerating crypto adoption where it matters most: on the streets, in cafes, and at retail counters. “AEON Pay’s integration greatly enhances TRON’s mission to become a global settlement layer,” said Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson for the TRON DAO. “We each approach the goal of driving Web3 adoption by building bridges between crypto and traditional finance.” This strategic collaboration with TRON underscores AEON’s leadership in real-world crypto payment innovation. As AEON continues to shape a globally connected Web3 economy, its support for TRON reaffirms its commitment to driving mass adoption of crypto and integrating it into everyday payment experiences. About AEON AEON is the next-generation crypto payment framework, built for AI to drive intelligent, automated payments across Web3 and simplify how crypto works in real life. With omni-chain support, AEON's AI Payments system allows intelligent agents to manage and automate transactions, payments, subscriptions, and remittances for users. With offerings like Web3 Mobile Payment that allows users to pay with crypto across 10,000 brands at 20+ million retail merchants in SEA, Africa and Latin America, Online Web3 Payment, Swap Pay, and a growing suite of AI-integrated payment services, AEON aims to create a future of crypto finance that's intelligent, scalable, and borderless, where AI meets real life through seamless, scalable payments for next billion of users. Media Contact Amber Sun media@aeon.xyz Website | X | Telegram | Medium About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $77.7 billion. As of June 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 310 million in total user accounts, more than 10 billion in total transactions, and over $21.5 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | X | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum Media Contact Yeweon Park press@tron.network Contact Details Amber Sun media@aeon.xyz

June 05, 2025 10:35 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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The Reservoir and Tanimura & Antle Dedicate 40 Acres to Accelerate AgTech Innovation in Salinas Valley

The Reservoir

The Reservoir, a California company developing a new system for agricultural technology innovation, has secured a long-term lease for Reservoir Farms, its nonprofit on-farm startup incubator, on 40 acres of farmland in Salinas, California, in partnership with Tanimura & Antle, one of America’s most respected family-owned produce growers. This strategic collaboration marks a major milestone in building the first Reservoir Farms location into a world-class hub for scalable, farmer-driven technology solutions. Located at the historical and iconic corner of Highway 68 and Hitchcock Road in Salinas, this farmland has been cultivated for specialty crops like strawberries, leafy greens, and vegetables, making it an ideal foundation for Reservoir Farms' mission to innovate at the intersection of agriculture and technology. Owned by the Tanimura family, this farmland is situated minutes from downtown Salinas, 60 miles south of Silicon Valley and surrounded by some of the nation’s most productive specialty crop acreage, well positioned to become a living laboratory for the development, testing, and demonstration of next-generation agtech solutions. Reservoir Farms will leverage this site to incubate startups, pilot robotics and automation technologies, and foster sustainable agricultural practices—providing a real-world proving ground that bridges the gap between invention and adoption. “Partnering with Tanimura & Antle to secure this exceptional farmland ensures Reservoir Farms can serve as the launchpad for the next generation of agtech – bringing together growers, technologists, and the community to tackle the most pressing challenges facing our food system,” said Danny Bernstein, founder and CEO of the Reservoir. “Thanks to the partnership with the Tanimura family, agtech innovation can be directly connected to farmland, accelerating our ability to deliver real-world solutions. Since announcing Reservoir Farms with Western Growers, the overwhelming interest from startups and consistent industry collaboration underscores how pressing and essential the nature of this work.” Developed in partnership with Western Growers, Reservoir Farms is a new nonprofit, on-farm startup incubator that helps agricultural robotics and automation companies develop, test, and scale breakthrough technologies directly in working farm environments. It’s designed to close the gap between promising prototypes and real-world deployment, accelerating solutions to generational challenges in agriculture while supporting inclusive rural economic development. The initiative will initially allocate 10 acres of land for dedicated test plots, providing startups with the opportunity to innovate in crop cultivation, including at least five for strawberries and five for leafy greens and vegetables. Plantings will follow a staggered schedule to optimize growth and research. Additionally, expanded plot sizes will be available to accommodate startups and projects as operations scale. Built for Innovation from the Ground Up The combination of state-of-the-art shop spaces and expansive multi-crop farmland for R&D opens unique opportunities for startups and established firms to partner directly with growers, test and improve technologies in real-world settings, and bring products to market faster. “Tanimura & Antle has long been committed to sustainable agricultural production and today, achieving that goal requires access to cutting-edge innovation. As a company rooted in innovation, we’re proud to partner with the Reservoir to help bridge the gap between technologists and growers. By opening access to select acreage, we aim to accelerate advancements that drive productivity, profitability, and long-term sustainability for California farms and beyond,” said Brian Antle, Executive Vice President of Sales at Tanimura & Antle. Reservoir Farms is committed to: Empower Local Farmers: Providing hands-on access to the latest AgTech innovations, helping them address labor shortages, reduce input costs, and improve crop yields. Strengthen the AgTech Industry: Supporting over 50 new companies within five years. Boost the Local Economy: Creating over 500 new jobs for Salinas Valley residents and fostering workforce development in high-tech agriculture. Promote Sustainability: Advancing solutions that improve farmer economics, water efficiency, soil health, and environmental stewardship across the region. “This initiative reinforces the region’s role as a leader in agricultural innovation while addressing critical challenges in food security, environmental sustainability, and rural economic development,” said Bernstein. The groundbreaking of Reservoir Farms in Salinas is planned for late summer 2025. About the Reservoir: The Reservoir is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building tech incubators for California’s future. Founded in 2024, the Reservoir creates spaces where startups, researchers, organizations, and corporations can develop and test innovations beyond Silicon Valley, focusing on rural areas like the Central and Salinas Valleys. The Reservoir drives economic growth, workforce development, and environmental resilience across California’s agricultural heartlands. Learn more at www.thersvr.org. Contact Details AgTech PR for The Reservoir Jennifer Goldston jennifer@agtechpr.com Company Website https://reservoir.co/

June 04, 2025 09:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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