As a result of climate change, drought and the unequal distribution of rainfall is a worldwide problem. Drought stress on plants affects not only the yield but also the amount and ratio of bioactive components in tomato fruit. The present work aimed to investigate the effect of a new soil biodegradable…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) and the Korea Association of Smart-Farm Industry (KASFI) ran a Korean pavilion of six smart-farm companies at the Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia (AFTEA) held in Singapore from 19 to 21 November. AFTEA provides an opportunity for government…
Carah Ronan, a fifth-generation Montana farmer, never envisioned herself returning to the farm. Growing up in a conventional agricultural setting, surrounded by sugar beets, corn, cattle, and canola, she pursued higher education after high school. Then life took a turn when she and her husband, Zach,…
“Another round of time wasted on cleaning during crop rotation. Can’t this be faster and better?” This is a common sentiment among growers during crop changes… and yes, it can! By using the USAF™ cavitating ultrasonic transmitters to keep irrigation water clean, the process becomes much more efficient.…
With the arrival of the peak export season ahead of Christmas, shipping capacity has been increasingly constrained since November, driving up freight costs. During the South American mango season, Beijing Sino-agricultural Biosciences Co., Ltd., a supplier of temperature data loggers for the fruit and…
Since the beginning of October, De Rond Agro has resumed its forced greenhouse rhubarb season. The company, based in Hoeven, Brabant, supplies rhubarb almost year-round, transitioning seamlessly from the summer season to greenhouse production. “So far, things are going well. With Thanksgiving coming up…
A delegation from the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan has embarked on a study trip to the Republic of Korea to learn about advanced practices in the comprehensive development of rural areas. During the trip, the delegation held a meeting with the Korea International Trade Association…
BioWorks has announced that Curt Granger will join as Business Development Manager for Specialty Agriculture. In his new role, Curt will lead the company’s efforts to focus on a deeper expansion into the specialty agriculture market. Before joining BioWorks, Curt served as a contract consultant who…
Strawberries are a beloved fruit, known for their sweet flavor and vibrant color. Growing strawberries in a greenhouse can enhance the process, allowing farmers and gardeners to cultivate these delectable berries year-round. Benefits of greenhouse-grown strawberries Extended growing season – One of the…
Sendot recently launched a new data portal that hopes to take the way growers manage and analyze their data to the next level. Sendot’s Erwin Grafe and Arie Draaijer talk about the platform’s new capabilities and what this means for the agricultural sector. Portal as an optimization tool”Our new data portal…
Name 10 horticultural lighting suppliers in 30 seconds—it’s not too difficult, is it? The market is both active and competitive. However, what many might not realize is that a substantial portion of these fixtures rely on ams OSRAM components. As a key player in LED development, ams OSRAM has driven…
According to Oasis Grower Solutions, controlled-environment hydroponic growers now have two new precision substrates from Oasis Grower Solutions “to help in the challenging and competitive CEA market.” “Developed specifically for precision hydroponic farming, the new food-safe singulated Oasis AeroMax…