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“Adding climate systems without finding the right balance can result in a setback”

"This is the situation that I often come across: a grower has a climate system, but they're not getting the optimal results. So they search for another…

Vietnam's Mai Khoi Farm grows Rijk Zwaan varieties

"Peppers are the most economically efficient crop"

Vietnam's Mai Khoi Farm grows a range of peppers because of their high quality and health benefits. "The cooperation with Rijk Zwaan in promoting…

First pillar into the ground for new Axia research centre

At Axia Vegetable Seeds, the construction of a new research center for phytopathology and marker technology and a new greenhouse complex for breeding…

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AI-controlled production of soft fruits using new sensor systems

German scientists, cooperatives and technology providers collaborate in the newly started 'inBerry' project to further develop a new cultivation…

Marvila conquers cucumber market in Mexico and Chile

The cucumber variety Marvila of Bejo Seeds has grown enormously in popularity in a short period. Especially in Mexico and Chile, the variety is…

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CAN (ON): Grants for multi-layer greenhouse and indoor farming facilities

The Ontario government is providing over $633,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to three economic development projects…

US (AR): $300,000 to study food safety, plant pathogens and pests in hydroponics

As controlled environment agriculture and vertical farming gain a greater foothold in modern agriculture, a new $300,000 grant aims to enhance…

US (MS): MSU scientists use $1M grant to ‘get a grip’ on automated blackberry harvesting

The labor-intensive work of harvesting delicate blackberries by hand is a must, but the development of advanced technologies by Mississippi State…

US (Delaware): Far-red light and nitrogen concentration elicit crop-specific responses in baby greens

A new study conducted by the University of Delaware Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, has unveiled new insights into the responses of baby greens…

Washing fruit does not remove pesticides, study finds

Researchers found pesticides on washed apples went farther than skin deep, penetrating the peel and even into the pulp layer. Instead of the common…

First strawberry plants in a new greenhouse at Proefcentrum Hoogstraten

Proefcentrum Hoogstraten in Meerle has a new greenhouse. After a turbulent construction period that included a lot of precipitation, they are now ready…

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How transpiration and soil evaporation effect cultivation

Accurate information regarding crop evapotranspiration (ETc) and its components is essential for proper water management. A newly published research is…

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“Accessible tech” sparks inspiration in Feed the Future garden

Half of the fresh fruits and vegetables grown in developing countries never get eaten: They spoil after harvest. In a rustic-looking garden on the UC Davis campus recently, two dozen yo…

'This is the healthy way of making food'

Farmers across the U.S. are ditching industrial livestock farms for more sustainable and healthier vegetable farms, per a report by the Guardian. Thanks…

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US (CA): Heat hurts tomato haul as harvest begins

California farmers began harvesting processing tomatoes across the Central Valley during the past few weeks. With searing heat waves impacting…

US (TX): YWLA unveils newly renovated greenhouse for outdoor learning space

The Young Women's Leadership Academy, partnered with ExxonMobil, opened its newly revamped learning space and greenhouse. The project aimed to…

Vegetable grower's 20 Year Club welcomes 38 new members

Tanimura & Antle announced the newest inductees to its 20 Year Club. This year, it's honoring 38 dedicated employees who have reached this remarkable…

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UK: John Walgate to take over as new CEO at British Growers

John Walgate has been appointed as the new CEO at British Growers and will take up his appointment at the beginning of September 2024. John will take…

US (CA): California Strawberry Commission celebrates 10-year Cal Poly Strawberry Center Partnership

On August 8, 2024, the Cal Poly Strawberry Center held its 10th Anniversary Field Day spotlighting the latest research findings in automation,…

The first public MCS charger for heavy vehicles in Southern Europe is located in Disfrimur's facilities

"MCS technology makes it possible to complete the electrification of heavy goods transport"

Following its strategy of making things ready for the electrification of heavy transport, Iberdrola | bp pulse has chosen Disfrimur's facilities to…

Dutch politicians impressed by automation of cucumber greenhouse

Cucumber grower Floris van der Linden of Green Diamonds received a visit from the local Dutch CDA party from the Hoeksche Waard on Saturday. During a…

Lievaart Expeditie

"Everything comes under one roof, allowing us to serve our customers even better"

Lievaart Expeditie is moving to new premises in Naaldwijk. The company has long been a household name for transport in flowers and plants, but now it…

Californian strawberry growers see current prices being $8-10 lower than last year

California's strawberry sector is poised for an uptick in quality this autumn. July's conditions, characterized by above-average sunshine and warmth, have…

California's tomato harvest begins, but there are challenges

California's Central Valley has initiated the harvesting of processing tomatoes, with the recent heat waves affecting both pollination and harvest phases,…

US (FL): UF scientists use AI algorithm to improve strawberry disease detection

Florida's strawberry season doesn't return until December. But University of Florida scientists work year-round to support an industry with a $500…

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Alibaba Group: June quarter 2024 results

JD.com beats profit forecasts in second quarter

Singapore: Grab reports second quarter 2024 resultsGrab Holdings Limited announced unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30,…