Good News Notes: “Walmart said Tuesday that it is investing in vertical farming company Plenty and plans to carry the start-up’s leafy greens in all California stores later this year. The big-box retail giant did not disclose the size of the equity stake or the terms of the commercial deal, but said a Walmart executive will…
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Vertical farming company Plenty building futuristic farm in Compton, aims to provide fresh produce and jobs to city
Good News Notes: “When we talk about farming, we don’t often think of Compton. But the future of farming could soon be coming to life there. A company is building a massive vertical farm: that would save water, land and eliminate the need for pesticides. The vertical farm, which is still under construction, in Compton…
49ers’ Richard Sherman donates $5K to help Compton Pop Warner team
Good News Notes: “A group of six-year-olds in Compton are making history, but they needed help. In came 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman to save the day.” “The Hub City 6U football team is undefeated and has been invited to play at the National Youth Championship in Florida next month. The costs, however, were too much…