In controlled environments, consistency is king, queen, and the entire court. Whether you’re growing tomatoes, cucumbers, or ornametnals, even a single outbreak of pests or pathogens can spell the end of an entire cycle. That’s exactly the kind of risk Fermata aims to minimize with its AI-powered crop…
Using modern agricultural technologies, a P1-million greenhouse project from the Department of Agriculture, Western Visayas (DA-WV) is set to boost crop diversification and support the livelihood of farmers of landlocked Libacao town in Aklan through the production of high-value vegetables. The facility,…
Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is among the world’s most expensive spices, prized for its red stigmas used as a flavoring and a natural dye. Saudi Arabia is a significant importer of saffron, but the high cost of importing quality corms makes it economically unfeasible relative to the potential income from…
Step inside the sea cans located in uptown Gjoa Haven and the dry Arctic air gives way to rainforest-like humidity. Fresh basil, strawberries and cherry tomatoes grow in stacked rows under LED lights at Naurvik — “the growing place,” in Inuktitut — an off-grid greenhouse powered mostly by wind and solar energy. Working at the…
In the village of Savchyne in Vinnytsia region, a greenhouse complex with an area of 1.8 hectares is being built for growing strawberries. The project is being implemented with the support of the state program “eWork”. This was reported by the director of the Department of Agro-Industrial Development of…
On the morning of Tuesday 24 June, in the context of his visit to the NATO summit, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited World Horti Center in Naaldwijk. The working visit focused on the trade relationship between New Zealand and the Netherlands, with particular attention to innovation in…
Demand is exceeding supply on field bell peppers following a challenging season in Georgia. “Georgia had a terrible deal. There may be some farmers in Georgia who don’t plant next year. It’s very possible,” says Neil Mazal of East Coast Farms & Vegetables. After all, Georgia saw hot, wet weather during…
Members of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) attended this year’s European Nurserystock Association (ENA) summer meeting in the Czech Republic with renewed optimism, following the recent announcement outlining a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) trade agreement between the UK and Europe.…
In a commercial greenhouse trial conducted in Ontario, Canada, two dynamic lighting strategies were put to the test against a broad-spectrum static LED system. Over a 22-week growing period, the verdict was clear: lighting that adapts to environmental and physiological conditions delivers more tomatoes.…
Greenhouse growers are under increasing pressure to grow more with less – less energy, less water, and fewer inputs, all while optimizing yield and quality. For those managing CEA, precision and reliable monitoring tools are not just helpful; they’re essential. Apogee Instruments, a manufacturer of…
Since June 2025, the coating applied to the seeds marketed by Sakata no longer contains microplastics. It is now 100% biosourced and biodegradable, in line with European regulations. “The purpose of the coating is to adhere the active ingredients (fungicides or bio-stimulants) to the seed, promote…
Cédric Leite specializes in tomatoes at Mighirian Frères, based at Rungis. At the end of June, the wholesaler is choosing to give tomatoes from Brittany a central place. “We are really at the height in terms of flavor for tomatoes from Brittany. The weather has been ideal, warm but not too hot, which…