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"Suez Canal blockage adds more stain to supply chain"

The large Ever Given container ship is ‘partially refloating,’ but still stuck sideways in the Suez Canal, a crucial waterway, creating a massive traffic jam. Also for the…

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"Georgia can become a local food supplier"

Right now it is still a vast area with only some greenhouses with a maximum size of about 15,000 sq meter positioned here and there. In a few years it should change beyond…

"Hose-free spraying robot for flexible and efficient working"

An essential part of the cultivation process is to keep the crop in optimal condition through the use of protective agents. The products of Berg Hortimotive including the Meto…

PlantPaper U1 has achieved Plastic Free Certification

"Certified Plastic Free plug system sets new world standard"

PlantPaper U1 has achieved Plastic Free Certification and is presumably the first plug system in the world with the global standardised Plastic Free Trust Mark from the…

The goodness of healthy tomatoes thanks to brackish water

"Our crops have that extra something thanks to brackish irrigation water, which conveys extraordinary organoleptic properties," explains Angelo Barone, who owns a company…

CGMMV resistant varieties discussed at online event

On Wednesday March 24th, the De Ruiter team had the pleasure of inviting all French cucumber partners to an online event dedicated to the cucumber green mottle mosaic virus…

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Mini symposium on tomato quality

The tomato world is rapidly developing. With the introduction of new varieties, the rise of local production and the introduction of new product groups such as snack tomatoes, tomato…

Ontario government considering vaccinating migrant farm workers on arrival

Ontario would like to see migrant farm workers vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as they arrive and is willing to take on the task if Ottawa doesn’t, a top…

Is the Netherlands still the global frontrunner in biotechnology?

"The Netherlands could become a frontrunner in biotechnology". This was the VNO-NCW headline that recently appeared above the announcement of a report on the future of…

"Go nature's way for stronger plants"

Now that we’re all into building up our immune systems, why not do the same for our crops? Yes, like giving our plants probiotics. Soil fungi can be harmful to plant health, impeding…

Produce industry excited to return to first in-person event

This past Saturday, March 27, Viva Fresh Expo was held at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, TX. It was the first in-person event in more than a year. Attendees were…

Study on boiler combustion optimization of vegetal crop residues from greenhouses

This study presents an alternative for adding value to greenhouse crop residues, used for (1) heating and (2) as a CO2 source. Both options are focused on…

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Labour costs in agriculture stable in 2020

Average weekly earnings for farm workers remained stable during 2020 with minimal growth overall. As at December 2020, average weekly earnings for the agriculture, forestry…

Pepper import from Colombia into the Continental United States authorized

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is authorizing importation of five commodities of fresh pepper fruit…

An EU-funded project about increasing microalgae biomass production planned

IDconsortium is pleased to announce the start of an EU-funded project where its goal is to develop new technologies (or knowledge) to increase microalgae biomass production;…

University guide on how to extend growing season

Growers who want to extend the growing season can find information in three new University of Wyoming Extension publications that are now available as a free download. 

The Greenery, James Hutton Limited to partner and breed redcurrants

James Hutton Limited and The Greenery are expanding their partnership. They're going to breed redcurrants together. This program aims to result in new, improved varieties.…
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Celebrity tomato latest Texas Superstar

The Celebrity tomato, long recognized as the variety by which all new tomatoes are measured, was named the latest Texas Superstar plant. Larry Stein, Ph.D.,…

Greenhouse training online courses from University of Florida available

What are you doing to take advantage of the popularity of plant products? One of the best returns on investment is education of existing staff to ensure a knowledgeable…

Dutch semi-processed specialist keeps investing in its vegetables' freshness

There's a striking blue building in the Netherlands, near Westland. This recently expanded premises houses a company called Snijpunt. Every week, it processes 100,000kg of…

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Penrhyn Islanders enjoy green leafy vegetables

The villagers of Omoka on the northern group island of Tongareva were given the first harvest of hydroponic Bok Choy (cabbages) this week. Tongareva Island Government…

Are growers getting a fair return?

Are you getting a fair return?This is a question so often raised by growers and discussed at length, with many differing views and perspectives. In this…

Study on impact of colored water pillows on yield and water productivity of greenhouse peppers

This study was conducted to investigate the effects of colored water pillows on yield and water productivity of two pepper cultivars under greenhouse…

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Greenhouses growing in education programs

While greenhouses have been a part of agriculture for years, more and more school districts are recognizing their importance in agriculture education programs, leading many…

University of California, Berkeley research

Ice-fighting bacteria could aid crops against frost damage

Every spring, California farmers have to be on the lookout for signs of frost. Faced with the prospect of losing an entire season’s harvest, growers spend…

New report on cli­mate pos­i­tive farming

Sustainable farming organization, LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) has released its latest Global Impacts Report, showing the continued progress of LEAF…

Berry boom: boom time for berries in Tasmania

Australians have doubled their spending on fresh berries in the last decade, and Tasmania's berry industry is rapidly expanding as a result. Watch this video for more…

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Hydrofarm highlights new products for indoor farming

Hydrofarm Holdings announced the release of new products this month from GroStar, Autopilot, Plant Success King Crab, Rock Rootinator, and Roots Organics. These products aim…

Promising results: disinfection using UV-C

Consumers who buy a bag of lettuce expect to ­find a clean product with a reasonable shelf life and no health risks. Processers need to meet this need without using excessive…

Hawai'i ag programs receive $430,600 grant

Hawai‘i has been awarded $430,600 to help strengthen the state’s specialty-crop industry through a federal block-grant program. The state Department of…

Study concludes that it's possible to grow produce in greenhouses with semi-transparent solar panels

A new study published in the Cell Reports Physical Science journal has proved that it's possible to use semi-transparent solar panels, which are specifically…

Angers will host the 31th International Congress of Horticultural Sciences in 2022

After Turkey in 2018, the 31th International Congress of Horticultural Sciences will be held in Angers, France, from August 14th to 22nd, 2022. Every four…

Traditional plastic protest waiting for full switch in pepper market

More and more growers from Northern Europe are gradually entering production. For red peppers, this currently means high prices of well over three Euro per…

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Organic pest control agents kept busy

Nowadays, organic pest control agents are a firm part of the greenhouse. Growers are eager to use armies of predatory mites, bugs and parasitic wasps in the…

Newest Dutch Schenkeveld greenhouse to be unilluminated

At the end of this year, Schenkeveld wants to plant tomato plants in the third greenhouse at Schenkeveld Schiphol. Schenkeveld is building a 44-hectare greenhouse complex in…

Online retailer Kräuterfeld relies on Klingele packaging solution

"The packaging has proven to be excellent"

The range of goods on offer via e-commerce has long included plants. According to a study by Bitkom, one in five Internet users bought bouquets, seedlings or plants for indoor…

Mentoring and recruiting agricultural students for the produce industry

Mentoring young professionals is a fantastic way to help ensure the success and sustainability of the produce industry. It’s also a passion for Wendy McManus, leadership coach…

Virtual wellness series supports industry careers program

Center for Growing Talent (CGT) continues its three-part Virtual Wellness Series on Tuesday, March 30th at 5pm Eastern with a live chef demonstration to support the Career…

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