Grodan and Philips Horticulture LED Solutions are exploring opportunities for growers to reduce energy costs through an efficient approach to LED lighting and effective root zone management, combined with climate control and active dehumidification. Research on low-energy growing for tomatoes under…
The U.S. is introducing a 20% import tariff on all products from the European Union, as announced by President Trump in a speech in the White House garden. A minimum tariff of 10% will apply to all countries worldwide, with significantly higher rates for certain nations, up to 54% for Chinese products.…
The Oyo State Government is set to explore opportunities in greenhouse technology to boost tomato production in the state. This was disclosed by the Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and Executive Adviser on Agribusiness to Governor Seyi Makinde, Dr. Debo Akande.…
Spring is in the air at Fellini Patrizio despite the weather. The main seasonal products are being harvested, and sales have started. Sales manager Andrea Pignato takes stock of the agretti, asparagus, broad bean, and pea situation. Patrizio and Emile Fellini in the agretti greenhouse “The weather has…
TNO, Verzuu Screen Development and partners have developed and tested a shade cloth with retractable solar film in a horticultural greenhouse. This system combines energy generation with climate control. Never before has there been an application where solar cells are continuously rolled up and unrolled.…
Melbourne-based startup, Gaia Project Australia (GPA), has secured $1.7 million AUD in capital to deliver and expand its unique technology-based plant spacing infrastructure, set to revolutionize farming for growers around the world. Founded in 2020 by engineer and innovator Nadun Hennayaka, GPA was born…
Kaduna State University (KASU) has secured a World Bank-funded Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) grant. Dr Aliyu Jaafar, Chairman of Green KASU, disclosed on Friday, March 28, 2025, during a courtesy visit by the ACReSAL team to the Vice-Chancellor in Kaduna. He stated that the…
Learn about the hardiness, yield and taste of different varieties of 10 common vegetables during an in-person workshop in Delta Junction. Glenna Gannon, assistant professor of sustainable food systems at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, will lead an…
The UK Government’s revised National Action Plan (NAP) for the Sustainable Use of Pesticides (2025) was published to reduce pesticide risk and promote more sustainable crop protection practices. However, for the World BioProtection Forum (WBF)—the voice of the biologicals industry—this plan represents a…
Birthday Bonanza: Aldi set to treat shoppers who share its birthdayAldi reported: “Aldi is celebrating its 35th anniversary in the UK with a unique giveaway for shoppers who share the same birthday. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket, which opened its first UK store on 5th April 1990, is inviting…
The Dutch pepper season has restarted at Harvest House. “We are already seeing strong demand for our Dutch peppers. Spain has faced significant cultivation challenges, leading many European retailers to seek partnerships with Dutch pepper growers,” says salesman Marco Bergman. He expects a slow start to…
IPM Essen 2025 was a success, as confirmed by the recently published event analysis. The report provides insights into detailed survey results and key trade show trends. It highlights not only the high satisfaction of exhibitors and visitors but also the international presence and the growing interest in…