British Tomato Conference 2024 kicks off

The energy crisis might seemingly have passed, but there are more than enough challenges out there for the British Tomato Conference. Rugose, labour,…

First pilot locations to recycling drain water established in Vietnam

With the arrival of 2 VitaLite systems from Ridder Group and water tanks from Royal Brinkman the 2 pilot farmers and the project partners of the…

GfK market figures:

"Despite higher prices per kilo, snacking vegetables grew disproportionately"

Despite consumer prices continuing to rise slightly, consumer sentiment appears to be slowly improving in the current year, said Niklas Bergmann from…

Powerplants Australia and Berkvens Greenhouse Mobility team up

Berkvens Greenhouse Mobility has announced a new partnership with Powerplants Australia. As part of this collaboration, Powerplants Australia will…

NL: How production methods have evolved through the years

Marcel van Koppen explains that several crucial advancements in production methods occurred from 1980 to 1982, which was a period of high energy costs.…

Automating stem width checks to help greenhouses

As efficiency demands rise in the tomato greenhouse industry, traditional manual measurement methods struggle to keep pace. Stem width, a critical yet…

The Vertical Farming World Congress 2024 kicks off in Frankfurt, Germany

"In ten years, the overall cost of producing 1 kg of lettuce is expected to keep declining"

"Vertical farms are benefiting from declining operation costs. Reducing the 'levelized cost of electricity', combined with AI-driven automation…

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Navigating the new Canadian pesticide regulations

"Vertical horticulture is experiencing a major shift in Canadian cannabis cultivation. The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) is enforcing…

Harvey Cleeton - Vitafresh Produce

“Spain should start with good quality which will demand better prices"

As we start to transition into the Spanish season, Vitafresh Produce is looking forward to receiving the first California Wonder bell peppers from one…

Spanish tomato exports have fallen by 35.16% in the last decade

In the last decade, Spanish tomato exports have decreased year after year. At the same time, the income generated by these exports has increased almost…

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Colruyt Group has acquired a 45.65% stake in BON

Maiora has finalised the acquisition of the Regina Group

UK: Morrisons to take customers on bus tours to meet farmersMorrisons is piloting a new 'British farm bus tour" in a bid to offer shoppers a…

Jordan refuses to resume tomato exports to Israel, demands apology for cholera claims

Jordan has refused to resume tomato exports to Israel, demanding an apology from Israel's Ministry of Health for its "unilateral statement" about detecting…

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AUS (SA): Workers stood down amid ToBRFV outbreak

Premier Peter Malinauskas and Primary Industries Minister Clare Scriven announced a short time ago that Perfection Fresh – a large glasshouse operation…

UK: HTA announces Grower of the Year award winners

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has revealed the winners of the 2024 HTA Grower of the Year Awards at Horticulture, The Conference, held at…

CAN: Waldan Gardens celebrates 25 year anniversary

On 12th September 2024, Waldan Gardens celebrated its 25th anniversary. The event was marked with an open house, drawing over 250 guests who gathered…

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Mid-Ohio Food Collective celebrates 1 year anniversary

The Mid-Ohio Food Collective's smart farm in Columbus' Hilltop neighborhood is celebrating a year of growth. NBC4 visited the seven-acre site last…

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Philippines:

Manila farmers cultivate at Davao Airport

FRANCISCO Bangoy International Airport serves as one of the primary entry points to Davao City, Mindanao's premier urban hub, and acts as the main…

Turkmenistan greenhouse unveils refrigeration hangar

The agricultural sector is actively developing in Turkmenistan, and one of the examples of this development is the greenhouse complex Röwşenagro, which…

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NG: What lessons to learn from Kenyan University

For millions of Kenyan farmers, where to get improved seedlings for many crops is no longer an issue. From peasant to commercial farmers, there are…

US (NC): Postharvest physiology and a passion for research drive NC State professor

Postharvest physiology is important to growers, shippers, and ultimately consumers. When thinking of postharvest physiology, most people know that…

successor to herb cultivation in own distribution centre

Colruyt Group investigates strawberry cultivation in vertical farm

From March 2020 to July 2022, Colruyt Group grew its own herbs in a vertical farm. Now there is a renewed commitment to research. Basil plants at…

EUIPO-CPVO Joint Seminar -

AI influence shows need for ongoing adaptation of managing and protecting IP rights

The recent seminar jointly organized by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO)) in…

"The impacts of climate change on Egypt’s agriculture are profound, but they are not insurmountable"

Climate change has become a recurring theme in agricultural news, particularly in countries like Egypt. The country is located in North Africa, one of…

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Cartomat presents innovative hemp paper at Fachpack 2024:

"Own hemp material from the surrounding area of 20 km"

The international packaging trade fair Fachpack opened its doors on Tuesday. This year's exhibitors include the Willich-based family business Cartomat.…

VBT figures week 38

Lettuce prices doubles in one week

In week 38, the average price for aubergines at the VBT rose to €2.65 per kilogram. Prices also increased for green zucchini (€0.51 per piece), green bell…

Mazurkas Hotel in Ożarów Mazowiecki near Warsaw, November 27-28

1st International Strawberry-Raspberry Conference – Berry Forum 2024 to be held in Poland

The 1st International Strawberry-Raspberry Conference - Berry Forum 2024 aims to provide the latest information regarding the cultivation and sale of…

"Demand for disposable temperature and humidity loggers picks up as falling sea freight rates fuel international fruit and vegetable trade"

Since mid-July, this downward trend in sea freight has indirectly stimulated the international trade of fruits and vegetables, particularly during the…

Five new salad kit offerings to hit store shelves

Taylor Farms is dropping five new salad kit flavors just in time for fall. These hand-crafted kits will help drive continued growth in the salad…