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Kicking off IPM 2025 with champagne

With a loud pop the IPM trade show in Essen kicked off this morning - or at least so it did at Luiten / Saarlucon, as the companies proudly toasted on…

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Cucumber record broken: 244 kg/m² over a single year in 2024

At the beginning of this year, an extraordinary milestone was achieved in Finland at one of our screening locations. This location has broken the…

Controlled biodegradation of the plastic packaging of grow bag

What if, by the end of the life of your grow bags, the polymer packaging could be tossed in the landfill, and would be biodegraded? That's what's been…

Solar energy solution for greenhouses looks to scale with 5 million euro funding

Voltiris, active in solar energy solutions for greenhouses, has successfully closed a CHF 4.8 million (over 5 million euro) seed financing round to…

Paper pot 2.0 machine launced at IPM

Filling three pots at a time increases production line capacity up to 1200 pots or 250 trays an hour

Following the launch of their Paper Pot machine, the team with Air Tray Technologies by Blackmore is now launching the 2.0 version of the machine. This…

Renewed leadership team at berry propagator Genson Group

As of January 1st, Dutch berry propagation company Genson Group has implemented a renewed leadership structure. "To effectively drive our company's…

"Hopefully, prices stay stable in February despite the influx of Algerian and Moroccan tomatoes."

The tomato season in Almeria, which will continue until May/June, is approaching its halfway point following the coldest week of the year, with prices…

Gricale F1 from Seeds Tech

A date tomato type created to be grown in Sicily and beyond

"When thinking about Sicilian date tomatoes, many characteristics come to mind that set apart a product that is appreciated and enjoyed in Italy and…

Storm Éowyn hits UK and Ireland with 114mph winds and power outages

Red weather warnings are in effect as Storm Éowyn impacts the UK, urging millions to stay indoors. Northern Ireland and Scotland are facing the brunt of the…

Miguel Ángel Serrano, of Asaja Almería:

"Who knows if what happened to olives or peppers could happen to other products"

On January 15, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) reported that it was updating the import…

Special Trade Shows

International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture, Rimini, 6-8 May 2025

People from all over the world to witness biotech innovations in horticulture

Macfrut will host a key event on greenhouse and open-field horticulture. The exhibition, that will take place at the Rimini Expo Centre (6-8 May 2025),…

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Luxembourg: Government continues discussions around bill promoting greenhouses

The government of Luxembourg believes that more fruit and vegetables should be grown in Luxembourg and intends to invest millions in subsidies in the…

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“Pesticide-free produce sells itself in Thailand”

"Thailand's agricultural sector faces significant challenges, with one of the most pressing issues being the widespread use of pesticides. The Thai…

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Marc Groenewegen

And suddenly your whole shed is empty. After 25 years of loyal service and after three "boost" turns during which capacity was greatly increased with pre-stackers, buffer…

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US (FL): Strawberry farmers brace for cold weather

Strawberry farmers are covering up and protecting their crops as last night's winter storm prolongs cold weather conditions into the weekend. Roy…

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Australia: Technology inspired by lightning is aiding growers

Founded by Darryl Lyons and Mic Black in early 2022, 'Rainstick' is an Australian agtech startup that blends ancient Indigenous wisdom with…

Canada: Quik's Farm gets new Young Plant Greenhouse

Prins Greenhouses has recently completed a Young Plant greenhouse for their long-standing customer, Quik's Farm. The new dedicated facility at Quik's…

April 2 and 3, 2025

FPAA announces Spring Policy Summit, followed by meeting on food safety

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is pleased to announce its annual Spring Policy Summit, to be held on April 2nd at the Tubac Golf…

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Kenyan grower suffers massive losses in tomato business

Muhseen Hassan's passion for agribusiness inspired him to venture into tomato farming. This came after a friend introduced him to a carton-selling…

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Namibia: Youth Climate Action Fund aids Walvis Bay greenhouse project

The Nakambale Greenhouse Farming Project in Kuisebmund, Walvis Bay, has been given a new lease on life thanks to a N$60,000 grant from the Youth…

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Canadian groups to partner for Greenhouse Propagation and Production Course

The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD), Hupacasath First Nation, and North Island College (NIC) announced they are partnering to deliver a…

US: Colorado school district to start using hydroponics for school food growth

US school Littleton Public Schools is improving their school lunches by growing produce on-site with the help of a hydroponic growing unit from Fork…

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Navigating regulatory complexities to set up medical cannabis farms in Spain and Portugal

Germany often makes headlines as the first European country to legalize adult-use cannabis. It is also touted as one of the most profitable medical…

110 new greenhouses and 85 family farms were established in 2024 with partner support

Expanding greenhouse farming in Penjikent, Tajikistan

In 2024, farmers in Penjikent, Tajikistan planted a total of 30,923.8 hectares of agricultural crops, a 6.6% increase compared to the previous year. Key crops…

National Retail Report - Specialty Crops

US: Citrus and winter produce shine in this week's retail ads with 275,851 total promotions

A beautiful array of citrus was showcased this week as retailers focused on winter's bounty. Pummelos, clementines, dekopons, satsumas, Meyer lemons,…

Sormac range to expand with acquisition of German supplier Foodcons

Sormac, a supplier of machines, entire processing lines, and turnkey solutions for the fresh-cut fruit and vegetable industry, acquired a majority…

South Carolina farm uses ice to protect blueberry crops from rare snowstorm

Biting wind and freezing temperatures recently challenged Coosaw Farms, a notable blueberry producer in South Carolina, as an uncommon snowstorm approached.…

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Examining glandular rupture as a defense mechanism for tomato plants

Trichomes, specialized hair-like structures on the surfaces of many plants, play a crucial role in defense against herbivorous insects. Researchers…

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Shoprite posts half-year sales growth on festive demand

Lidl's new logistics hub: Largest of its kind in Europe

UK: Asda restarts search for new CEOAsda chair Allan Leighton has restarted the supermarket's search for a new chief executive following a failed…

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