Orance celebrates over five years of pioneering advancements in greenhouse lighting, though their team’s expertise and experience date back much further. “Many clients still remember Orance’s founders from the days when we executed large-scale projects using HPS fixtures. The foundation of mutual trust…
As Ramadan begins in Pakistan, residents of Lahore are facing an unprecedented rise in the prices of essential commodities including vegetables, fruits and meat. The sharp increase in costs has sparked widespread concern, with citizens demanding immediate action from the authorities against profiteering.…
Chinese strawberry prices have fallen by 30% from a year ago to a record low of VND55,000 (US$2.15) per kilogram.Since mid-February large shipments from China have entered Vietnam, with wholesale prices at Hoc Mon Market in HCMC and Lao Cai Province in the far north hovering around VND380,000-400,000 for…
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Oasthouse Ventures Ltd., a leading sustainable business development firm in the United Kingdom specializing in low-carbon greenhouses, will invest $104.8 million to construct its first U.S.-based controlled environment agriculture operation in Carroll…
The escalating food and water crisis, propelled by population growth, urbanization, and climate change, demands a reimagining of agricultural practices. Traditional water-saving irrigation methods have reached their limits, necessitating the exploration of innovative approaches. This perspective explores…
CultiBio, a Denver-based horticultural consulting firm, was established in 2017 by JC Chidiac with a clear mission: to bridge the knowledge gap between cultivators, companies, academic institutions, governments, and investors. The company has enabled CEA stakeholders worldwide to optimize operations,…
Rocco Reds™: The Chefs Tomato™, the latest launch from Pure Flavor® is off to a successful start coming out of its first crop. The new on-the-vine tomato which has an intensely bold red color – both inside and out – as well as a robust “classic tomato” flavor, launched late last year and is already driving strong results in its…
Barcelona-based agtech company, Enkitek, has introduced its Co-Farmer platform, an AI-enhanced, IoT-driven solution that integrates seamlessly with existing hardware to deliver real-time insights and operational efficiency. Victor Cantón Ferrer, Enkitek’s CEO, and its Sales Manager, Angeline Watson,…
The production of diffused horticultural glass in Europe is at a standstill. Major German producer GMB-Interfloat has shut down its factory. AGC, another European supplier, has also stopped supplying diffused glass. This is typical of a sector under pressure from the solar market crisis, high energy…
Root overheating is a common challenge in hydroponic agriculture, especially in warm regions such as Mexico, Central America, Southern Spain, and Portugal. High temperatures can lead to root stress, negatively affecting plant growth and productivity. Fortunately, there are effective strategies to…
Some temperature fluctuations in California could mean some tighter vegetable supplies ahead. In Thermal, where Baloian Farms has its wet vegetable crops including leafy greens, cauliflower, celery, and more, temperatures have recently risen. “Last week it was in the high 70s°F to low 80s°F–last Friday,…
PAWI is launching recyclable cardboard boxes for fruit and berries. They combine sustainable materials with high functionality, according to the manufacturer. “The fruit stays fresh for a particularly long time thanks to a firm edge and special coating. They are also easy to stack and suitable for…