BioBee Biological Solutions, Canada

Decreased mortality and consistent flow rates for your beneficial organisms

"For growers using biological pest control, achieving uniform distribution of beneficial organisms, such as predatory mites, has historically been challenging. Conventional meth…

Asparagus and soft fruit sector back on track

Photo report: expoSE/expoDirekt in Karlsruhe

After several challenging years, the asparagus and soft fruit sector is recovering. This became evident during expoSE in Karlsruhe, a two-day trade…

NL: Hazera opens new research and development greenhouse

Hazera's new R&D greenhouse was unveiled last week in Made, the Netherlands. The nearly 5-hectare facility, located next to Hazera's headquarters, will…

"The probability of (ToBRFV) virus transmission with Nesi is practically null"

At the end of the previous export tomato season in Morocco (2023/2024), growers in the Souss Massa region were experiencing serious losses due to Tuta…

CAN: Finding the ideal lighting solution as a first time grower

Foliaj Farms, led by first-time grower Bill Reece, has chosen Sollum Technologies' LED lighting solution to power his new indoor farming operation in…

Examining the problem of nozzle clogging in horticulture

In the context of contemporary agriculture, which has largely embraced modern farming techniques, there are certain challenges that receive less…

South Australian tomato growers challenge virus response amid major losses

In South Australia, tomato growers Harry Kapiris, Peter Petsios, and Emmanuel Cafcakis have voiced their concerns over the management of a Tomato Brown Rugose…

Cold weather slows down maturity

Mexico’s vegetable production moves to winter growing regions

It has been unseasonably cold in Mexico, slowing down the growth of many produce commodities. "In the past two weeks, growers have reported morning…

Norwegian company receives €1.2M in funding for growing medium

Hunton has announced that it has been awarded over NOK 14 million (EUR 1,21 million) in funding from Innovation Norway for the development of its new…

Donald Trump selects Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Brooke Rollins as the future head of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for his upcoming term. Rollins…

Floods hit western US; asparagus and avocado markets adjust to shifting supply

In the West, flooding and debris flows remain a threat in parts of northern California and southwestern Oregon, amid ongoing heavy precipitation.…

THRIVE wraps up Alberta Demo week

Advanced greenhouse operations showcased

The THRIVE Academy V Cohort recently concluded a week in Alberta, where they had the opportunity to engage with industry stakeholders, present their…

Westhof Bio defies extreme weather conditions and cost increases in tomato and bell pepper cultivation

"High-tech greenhouses at least partially compensate for weather-related fluctuations"

The Westhof Bio Group looks back on a challenging cultivation year for tomatoes and bell peppers. Extreme weather conditions with unusually little…

Exploring cultivation innovations at the expoSE & expodirekt fair

Recently, the Hydroponic Systems team had the opportunity to attend the expoSE & expodirekt fair in Karlsruhe, Germany. This year, they focused on…

US (CA): UC Davis to host tomato seminar

Isabel Ortega-Salazar is a graduate student in the UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences. Barbara Blanco-Ulate is an associate professor in the same…

UAE: New partnership to deploy 500+ vertical farms in 5 years

UAE's Crysp Farms has announced a new partnership with agritech veteran Alesca Technologies to deploy 500 modular vertical farms over the next five…

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Almanac acquires Gro Intelligence following liquidation

Almanac has acquired the intellectual property and assets of Gro Intelligence. Gro Intelligence was developing the world's largest agricultural data…

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Push continues to drive ToBRFV out of Australia

The detection of a highly transmissible fruit virus that affects tomatoes, capsicums, and chilies has triggered a $5 million national eradication…

Belgium: Emergency permit granted in ToBRFV battle

It has been announced that Huwa-San TR-50 has received an important emergency permit for the control of the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) in…

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Australia: Labor shortages easing slightly, says report

Labor shortages in the horticulture sector have eased slightly, according to a report from the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics…

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South Africa: Breeding program to advance through machine learning

Computomics and Starke Ayres have announced a collaboration aimed at advancing crop breeding efforts through the application of machine learning…

Pizza Hut launches 'pizza' tomato wine

This holiday season, Pizza Hut is elevating the art of holiday hosting and gifting with a twist on an iconic pairing: pizza and wine. For the first…

tampering with energy tax on greenhouse horticulture

Dutch left wing parties continue to fight fossil subsidies

Politicians in The Hague are busy preparing the 2025 Tax Plan before the end of this year. Part of that plan is tax increases for greenhouse horticulture.…

NL: Growing aubergines on tables, just like potted plants

The HortiHeroes Hackathon returned to World Horti Center in Naaldwijk on 21 November, with this edition focusing on Robotics & AI in the Food & Flower…

The Hague has no idea whether it works

NL: Harsh criticism of energy saving obligation

The Court of Audit has harshly criticized the Energy Saving Obligation and the supervision/oversight of the duty by the Ministry of Climate and Green…

NL: 'The energy world has never been more stormy'

There are constant developments in the field of electrification in horticulture. During the annual meeting of the Glastuinbouwpact Bommelerwaard and…

NL: Tomatoworld now open in winter thanks to LED lighting

After a successful crop rotation during the summer months, Tomatoworld has been open for visits again since the beginning of October. Tours are in full…

Competitiveness of the Egyptian strawberry industry put to the test this season

The 2024/2025 Egyptian strawberry season is shaping up to be a real test for growers and exporters. Many problems that have been affecting the industry…

NL: Water pricing works only to a very limited extent for water conservation

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management commissioned a study on water pricing. The aim is to achieve a 20% water savings. Pricing is seen as one of…

SenseNL and Dutch Plantin extend partnership with Tomatoworld

SenseNL and Dutch Plantin have renewed their partnership with Tomatoworld. This extension maintains the joint focus on innovation and sustainability in…

Australasia:

New food safety standards for berries, leafy greens, and melons start February 2025

New Food Safety Standards for growers of berries, leafy green vegetables, and melons will come into effect from 12 February 2025, maintaining the state's…

Rajshahi farmers profit from green tomato cultivation and growing demand

In Rajshahi, including the expansive Barind area, farmers have begun selling green tomatoes, with commercial growers notably engaging in the trade to…

US: Thanksgiving ads surge, highlighting cranberries, sweet potatoes, and price shifts in produce

Thanksgiving ads broke this week, as evidenced by the large increase in ad totals. Cranberries in 12 oz. bags, sweet potatoes by the pound, and celery…

No class 2 cucumbers on Spanish market

Hortyfruta, the Andalusian Fruit and Vegetable Inter-branch organization, continues its exhaustive analysis of the market situation of greenhouse…

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Tesco is planning another 150 Express stores in the next three years

Aldi Ireland has reported higher sales figures

Retailers warn inflation could hamper UK shoppers in run-up to ChristmasShoppers' ability to afford Christmas treats has been put under threat as…