BrightFarms is now shipping from its newest greenhouse in Macon, Georgia, which opened in late 2024. Spanning 1.5 million square feet once fully built, this facility — just a short drive from parent company Cox Enterprises in Atlanta — hopes to transform access to fresh, locally grown produce in Georgia.…
Canada’s climate, agricultural expertise and favorable location near the U.S. border have enabled the country to build a flourishing greenhouse sector. About 80 percent of the country’s production is located in Southwestern Ontario and annually, the province exports CAD 1.6 billion worth of greenhouse…
WVT Group and the shareholders of Roam Technology have reached an agreement about the combination of both companies through which Roam Technology will become part of the WVT Group. “Partnering with Roam Technology aligns perfectly with our strategic vision of innovation and growth,” said Ward Van…
UF/IFAS researchers are investigating the economic potential of growing vanilla in Florida with the aim of establishing an alternative – and potentially lucrative – crop to oranges. “With citrus in decline, we’re searching for crops that can generate profits for producers,” said Jaclyn Kropp (right), a…
The innovative mushroom trays from Flexpack are currently receiving an overwhelming response. “These kraftliner-coated trays are ideal for contact with moist food. This helps massively to reduce transport expenses along the supply chain. The solution is not only used for the commercially available button…
On 1 March, the first doublet of Aardwarmte Maasdijk was officially put into operation, marking the first part of the Westland Heat Network. With the commissioning of the doublet (the wells for extracting geothermal heat), 26 glasshouse horticultural companies are now provided with sustainable heat. This…
After a temporary decline in 2023, the use of the Green Label Greenhouse (GLK) certificate increased sharply again in 2024. With 46 certificates granted and a total area of 227 hectares, the certification level is back to the level of 2021. Growth spurt after uncertain periodThe turbulent energy market of…
In 10 years, the number of Bulgarians in the Netherlands has quadrupled. At the same time, the number of Polish and Romanian migrant workers is decreasing. Why is this and what are the consequences? EenVandaag finds out and spoke to Eric Nabuurs, owner of an employment agency, among others. He observes,…
The ability of Macrolophus pygmaeus to induce systemic resistance in susceptible and Mi1.2 resistant tomato against Meloidogyne spp. was evaluated in 200cm3 pot experiments. The susceptible cv. Roma and the resistant cv. Caramba were exposed to 15 M. pygmaeus nymphs per plant in mesh bags for 48 h and…
How do you engage students in the study of plants, farming, and food? At Sisters High School, hands-on learning is key. Local nonprofit Seed to Table has provided funding, educators, supplies, and support for SHS Sustainable Agriculture education since 2013, when founder Audrey Tehan started the program…
The Minister of Agriculture, Faton Peci, has announced that there has been an increase in tomato exports of up to 2048%. Peci, in a Facebook post, wrote that in 2021, tomato exports by weight were 135 tons, while in 2024 it reached an impressive figure of 2900 tons. “This has brought about an…
Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, has welcomed Botswana’s decision to lift its ban on vegetable imports. The move is seen as a significant step towards strengthening trade within the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) and aligning with the goals of the African Continental Free Trade…