Tomatoes are very affordable at the moment, creating an opportunity for consumers to enjoy them as a staple ingredient for many dishes over the coming summer months. Only three South Australian businesses have tested positive for the exotic Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit virus (ToBRFV), the first time the…
Smart agriculture holds great potential in Bangladesh, as it can significantly enhance agricultural productivity and contribute to the country’s economy and agricultural system, according to experts. Talking to UNB, they explained that smart agriculture involves the direct delivery of agricultural…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining says it has employed the use of smart traps to enhance Jamaica’s pest surveillance and border protection capabilities.The initiative is being done through its Plant Quarantine Produce Inspection Branch in partnership with the Jamaica Social Investment…
Highlighted developments include the Peoria Tribe’s new 35,000 sq ft greenhouse aimed at promoting food sovereignty, the launch of Plastika Kritis’ SunCooler® cooling films for warm climates, and the innovative ProfilGate system for rapid decontamination of vehicle tires to prevent pathogen spread. The…
The University of Vermont is hosting a two-part workshop: Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM EST and Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM EST. The workshop is an annual greenhouse and high tunnel pest management workshop for growers across ME, NH, and VT. Attendees will…
Annelies Looije of Looye Growers, speaking to the Financieele Dagblad, emphasized the need for the sector to shed its reputation as a source of low-paid temporary labor for mass production, often provided by tomato growers. In it, she advocates stricter rules to combat the exploitation of migrant…
Ten years ago, Light4Food started with a clear vision: providing LED lighting for plant growth. Today, the company offers more than LED lighting, with expertise spanning a wide range of cultivation solutions. Strategic partnerships for climate chambersOver the years, Light4Food has built partnerships. as…
Vegetable prices are expected to stabilize by March next year after the Northeast Monsoon season ends, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. He explained that unpredictable weather has reduced the supply of vegetables, leading to price hikes. “Every monsoon season, this…
The Michigan Israel Business Accelerator recently hosted five Israeli agriculture technology companies at the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable, and Farm Market Expo, held in Grand Rapids, Mich., from Dec. 10-12. The Israeli companies Agam Greenhouse Energy Systems, CropX, NESS Fertigation, Robotic…
Tomato growers have been urged to monitor their crops following the detection of tomato potato psyllid in a glasshouse at a tomato production facility on the Bellarine Peninsula. Tomato potato psyllid (TPP; Bactericera cockerelli) is a small insect that feeds on hosts such as tomato, potato, eggplant,…
Boron (B) deficiency affects over 132 crop species globally, making effective B supplements crucial for enhancing agricultural yield and health. This study explores an innovative application of nanoscale boron nitride (nano-BN) as a sustainable solution for addressing B deficiency in crops. Cucumber seedlings were treated with…
Last week Plenty planted its first commercial batch of strawberries in the Plenty Richmond Farm. As The company works toward its first harvest in early 2025, it has finalized a strategic shift that’s been underway for the past couple of years: focusing on strawberries. As a result, the company has made…