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The advantages of introducing useful insects into nurseries

The production of greenhouse vegetables is using fewer and fewer pesticides. Centro SEIA has developed a technique to introduce useful insects in nurseries so as to have safe…

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Japanese strawberry grower increases production thanks to hanging kit

In his first experience growing the Beni Hoppe strawberry variety, he has already obtained a higher yield than the expected average. A Japanese farmer growing Beni Hoppe…

Delphy

Promising results first winter cropping trial with fresh junebearers under variable LED lighting

During the last artificial lighting season, the first steps were made towards a new growing concept for strawberries. This concept trial was focused on a continuous and stable…

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Hungary: What are the challenges and opportunities today for horti growers?

The most picturesque photos of the Hungarian landscape always show draw wells rising out of the horizon in the meadows and pastures of the Hungarian Great Plains, verdant…

US (KY): Somerset 30-acre indoor farm receives $50M funding

AppHarvest secured $50 million across two loans guaranteed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) through Greater Commercial Lending (GCL), a subsidiary of…

South Korea-based 2.8ha tomato greenhouse installs LED grow lights

Signify Korea has installed a Philips horticulture LED grow light solution at the 2.8 ha Parm Farm Greenhouse for tomato production located in Nonsan, Chungcheongnam-do,…

Ceres Greenhouse Solutions

Funding awarded for energy efficiency research in Ceres Greenhouse

A Ceres greenhouse just north of the Canadian border has been getting a lot of attention recently. After being featured in the July issue of Greenhouse Canada, the owner and…

AkTonic:

"Fulvic acid encourages optimal growth in all plant phases"

Fulvic acid is a naturally occurring substance that helps to promote optimal growth in all plant phases. By using fulvic acid, you can help your plants to…

A mission to discover greenhouse robots in Japan

From 10 to 15 July, RVO, in cooperation with the agricultural and innovation sections of the Netherlands Embassy in Tokyo, organized an innovation mission to Japan on…

BioTherm improves performance of their finned heating products

BioTherm’s engineers recently reviewed their tooling for their hydronic heat pipe products and realized that with a minor modification of adding small ridges to the surfaces,…

Sustainable cultivation of mini melons in BEST greenhouse

Melons in the supermarket or greengrocer are usually imported from warmer countries. But in the BEST (Berry Energy Saving Technology) greenhouse they can also be grown in the…

Special Energy

Special Energy this month

This month, we will pay more attention to Energy. This subject will also be highlighted in FloralDaily and our Dutch newsletters, Groentennieuws and Bloemen- en plantennieuws.…

Limited blackberries, raspberries, and redcurrant greenhouse cultivation possibilities

Covered cultivation extends soft fruit season

Open field blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, and strawberry acreage has been increasing for years. To be able to offer a year-round local supply, strawberries,…


Global challenges and opportunities in CEA “Raising capital in the US is easier than in Europe” "There aren't many opportunities to secure capital. There are more challenges. Raising capital in the US or in Europe is a completely different game. 95% of VC (Venture Capital) funds in the last decade have been spent on technology. Two factors that investors don't like about it are the industrial part of it and the fact that…

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New Organic Cropping and Integrated Systems Specialist at Teagasc

Teagasc has appointed Martin Bourke as a new Organic Cropping and Integrated Systems Specialist. He joins Elaine Leavy and Joe Kellegher as Teagasc national organic…

Uralchem to make humanitarian shipment of fertilizers in Africa

Uralchem JSC, one of the world's largest producers and exporters of nitrogen, potash, and сomplex fertilizers (hereinafter, the Company), will make a gratuitous shipment of…

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Singapore: $10 million center launched to solve urban farming challenges, boost food security

Work has begun on altering the genetics of important crops like leafy greens to boost their nutritional value and make them more suitable for indoor farming. This is among the…

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IE: Boyne Valley community greenhouses helping to feed the hungry

One Boyne City nonprofit is working to put more healthy options on the dinner table. After working in a food pantry for ten years, Ruth Milks realized there was a big need for…

University researchers use science of light to reduce pesticides used to protect crops from pests and diseases

Experts at two Midlands universities are starting a new project to develop a photonic ‘nose’ to monitor crops for pest infestations and plant disease. Aston University collaborates with…

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US: Updates and annual facility certification for the offshore greenhouse certification program

USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) updated the Offshore Greenhouse Certification Program (OGCP) to include the approved facility numbers and producer…

US: Basil downy mildew found in southern New Jersey

Basil downy mildew has been confirmed in field-grown basil in southern New Jersey. This is the first confirmed report of BDM in the state this growing season.…

Markus Takala joins Netled as Head of Projects

Markus Takala joins the team at Netled as Head of Projects with effect from 18th July 2022 and brings with him expertise in project management and process development. Last year…

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USDA cost-share for Food Safety Certification

Did your specialty crop operation recently incur on-farm food safety program expenses related to obtaining or renewing a food safety certification in calendar years 2022 or…

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NZ: Downsizing crops, but passion for tomatoes remains strong

With three decades of growing tomatoes under their belts, Te Puna couple Eddie and Lyn are a familiar fixture at Tauranga Farmers' Market. Helena O'Neill talks to Lyn about…

Alliance formed to facilitate production and packaging of biological products for NA

AgBiome has partnered with Dry Services, a natural product processing and packaging provider. This alliance will facilitate the production, scaling, and…

2022 China Seed Congress and Nanfan Agricultural Silicon Valley forum held in Hainan

The 2022 China Seed Congress and Nanfan Agricultural Silicon Valley Forum was held in Sanya, Hainan Province, from July 28 to 31. The Congress highlighted seed industry revitalization…

Further integration Royal Brinkman's Technical Department and Berg Hortimotive

"We are going to face the global market challenges with great courage"

Royal Brinkman's Technical Department and Berg Hortimotive are joining forces for the next phase of growth and development. In doing so, the management of the Royal Brinkman…

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Low-cost smart meter ready for farmers and agricultural partners

What started as a discussion about cold showers due to empty gas bottles has, in three short years, become a market-leading startup that’s achieving incredible global sales.…

Horti light event to discover the latest science of grow lights

The horticulture lighting industry is advancing fast with new technology, allowing you to grow more yield while reducing your expenses. In fact, many of these advancements are…

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Daily Fresh Radish turns 30

"We can do any color mixes of radishes, as long as we know on time"

This year, the Dutch radish farm, Daily Fresh Radish, turns 30. "Much has changed in those years, and a lot more is going to change," says John Grootscholten. "In the coming…

First aeroponic column farm in Occitania

Growing fruits and vegetables on the roof of the MIN in Toulouse

Fruits and vegetables are grown in aeroponics on the roof of the Marché d'Intérêt National in Toulouse. This is the challenge taken up by Magalie Rosso, founder of the…

"Both have an intense aroma and unusual appearance that is expected to appeal to consumers"

Pink and White strawberries soon to hit Aussie market

Two new home-grown strawberry varieties, Pink and White, will soon be available to Australian growers and consumers after Hort Innovation put the call out for a commercial…

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