After developing a range of ToLCNDV-resistant zucchinis – ND Protected range nominated at SIVAL 2024 – Syngenta is now applying its ND resistance to cucumbers with the latest addition: Siriana (Dutch long type), designed for full-summer production. “Siriana is the very first cucumber variety to offer…
To enhance the quality and yield of strawberries, it is essential to effectively supervise the entire growing process. Currently, the monitoring of strawberry growth primarily relies on manual identification and positioning methods. This approach presents several challenges, including low efficiency,…
Since March, Van Vliet Paprika has been operating with a completely new harvesting system, something that was no small undertaking. To install it, the concrete floor had to be cut open to lay down induction wires. After that, the system had to be carefully configured: harvest carts need to “know” which…
Women in Ag Tech (WiAT) returns to Tech Hub LIVE on Monday, July 21, offering a full afternoon of inspiring conversations, actionable insights, and meaningful networking for women working in every corner of agriculture and ag tech. The event will take place from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Iowa Events…
Del Fresco Pure®, a greenhouse pioneer, announced its inaugural participation at the Organic Produce Summit. This event will take place from July 9-10, 2025, at the Monterey Convention Center in Monterey, California, and the company will showcase its line of organic greenhouse-grown cucumbers, tomatoes,…
As of June 30, 2025, no Dutch seeds or planting material from covered cultivation (e.g., greenhouses) may be imported into Russia. This was announced by the Kaliningrad regional directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, Russia’s plant health authority. The move strengthens an earlier measure and now also bans…
Cree LED has launched its XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line – a high-performance LED component tailored specifically for plant growth applications. With a 660-nanometer peak wavelength and improved efficiency in the industry-standard 3535 footprint, the new release reflects a broader strategic push by the…
Taste.com.au survey reveals Aussie shoppers favourite aislesAccording to taste.com.au’s Dinner Heroes survey, the fresh fruit and vegetable aisle has come out on top, with almost one in five (16%) of Aussies nominating it as their favourite. Boomers enjoyed the fresh fruit and vegetable aisle the most, coming in at 24%, closely…
Uzbekistan significantly increased its apple and tomato exports during the first four months of 2025, according to the State Statistics Committee. Between January and April 2025, the country exported 4,727 tons of apples, valued at $3 million. Most shipments were directed to CIS markets. Apple export…
One of Louisiana’s vital pollinators—honey bees—are facing the starkest decline in history. This year, state beekeepers reported an estimated 60% loss of honey bee colonies, a decline that’s mirrored across the nation. Among the reasons are viruses spread by parasitic mites, pesticide exposure, poor…
As greenhouse farming gains momentum across Ghana, a leading industry voice is calling on the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) to urgently develop standards tailored to the country’s unique tropical climate. In an interview with agrighanaonline.com, The Managing Director of Agri Commercial…
For chefs at the top of their game, ingredients are more than a garnish; they are an extension of the plate itself. That is exactly where Malaia’s Microgreens has found its niche, providing highly customized microgreens, edible flowers, and specialty crops to fine-dining establishments across Southern…