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Bell pepper grower switches to ozone

Ten years ago, Hacienda North Farms began cultivating peppers in its first greenhouse. Since then, the Ontario-based grower has steadily expanded to…

Hortimec supplies tray flushing system to Latvian LLC Marupes Siltumnicas

"This way trays can be reused"

LLC Marupes Siltumnicas is the largest grower of vegetables under glass in Latvia. They currently grow vegetables on an area of 9.6 ha, including 6 ha for cucumbers and 3.6 ha…

Italy's I Frutti del Sole company

Time is a critical factor in the transportation of strawberries

"This year, the Sicilian strawberry season started in November 2024 and will end around May 2025. The production is proceeding well and no particular…

New upside-down cucumber cultivation started, with articifial lighting this time

A new upside-down cucumber crop is planted at the World Horti Centre, in the middle of Westland area, in early January. This is new cultivation, led by…

NZ Horthouse making moves to improve sustainability

Decades after NZ Hothouse Ltd first began harvesting rainwater to nourish their tomatoes and cucumbers, the company is now trialing compostable twine…

New insights into CGMMV virus

CGMMV belongs to the Tobamovirus family, like Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). This tobamovirus, which causes disease in cucurbits, was first detected in the 1990s in…

Arctic air threatens Plant City’s 13,000-acre strawberry crop ahead of Valentine’s Day harvest

Plant City, Florida, recognized as the "Winter Strawberry Capital of the Nation," faces challenges from Arctic air surges threatening its strawberry crops. The…

Binned Biosecurity Protection Levy a win for fresh produce growers, says AFPA

The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) welcomes the Government's decision to discharge the Biosecurity Protection Levy legislation today,…

Shell stops geothermal in the Netherlands: 'We don't see enough perspective'

Shell has decided to scale down its role in geothermal projects in the Netherlands. "Although we expect that geothermal energy can play an important role in…

Tomatoes New Zealand issues ToBRFV update

As part of our work to prepare for ToBRFV, TNZ is asking growers to submit water samples from GH drainage. This has a double focus – we want to make…

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Bachata Berry Collective

New premium strawberry variety Bachata to be marketed through Angus Soft Fruits, Frutania, Keelings, and Special Fruit

During Fruit Logistica, strawberry breeder Fresh Forward celebrated the introduction of the new Bachata strawberry. The breeder, known for varieties…

One-third of U.S. fresh fruit and vegetable consumption comes from imports

President Donald Trump aims to use import tariffs to boost domestic production and address trade imbalances. Jan Kees Boon of Fruit & Vegetable Facts…

Researchers find that photovoltaic windows can reduce greenhouse energy consumption

Researchers from Australia's Murdoch University and ClearVue Technologies have developed new solar windows that can reportedly reduce energy…

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New Myzus persicae strain troubles growers

The emergence of the new Myzus persicae strain, informally called 'Myzus 2.0' is presenting significant challenges to growers worldwide. However, the…

Insights into optimizing nitrogen for tomato yields

Facility-based agriculture has rapidly advanced due to its capacity for high-intensity and year-round crop cultivation. This study evaluated the…

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Uzbekistan: 8 greenhouses fined for failing to meet regulations

The Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection, and Climate Change recently issued fines for the use of tires and other pollutants for heating after…

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Viemose DGS

Choosing the right greenhouse is important for achieving success in any CEA farming operation. However, our Moving Gutter System is versatile and can be designed to fit all…

War disrupts agriculture: Israel increases imports of fruits and vegetables

The war in Israel has severely impacted local farms, leading to shortages of fresh produce and a surge in agricultural imports. In 2024, Israel imported…

Ukrainian farmer builds 40 greenhouses despite challenges

Despite the ongoing war, Ukrainian farmers continue to adapt and grow their businesses. One example is Eduard Malchenko, who was forced to relocate his farm…

US: New member for GLASE Consortium

Hydrofarm has joined the GLASE Consortium as a Premium Industry Member, it has been announced. As a member of the GLASE Industry Advisory Board (IAB),…

Moldova, The Netherlands take step towards horticultural collaboration

The Republic of Moldova is eager to further develop and professionalize its horticulture sector. Next to support from other countries, Moldova in…

Canada: Vote to be held on heritage status of University greenhouse

A landmark at the University of Guelph was back up for discussion Tuesday at a city council planning meeting. Councillors ultimately voted to approve a…

UK: NFU looking for growers feedback on plant health fees

Defra and the Welsh Government are consulting on increasing plant health fees by around 30%. The NFU is seeking feedback from members on the impact…

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Comparing the effects of different substrate on tomato growth

The study aimed to compare the effects of individual usage of substrates perlite, leonardite, vermicompost, and peat moss alone and their mixtures with…

Increase in area for organic cultivation in Switzerland

The cultivation of vegetables in Switzerland is becoming increasingly important - especially organic vegetables. This is shown by new figures from the…

NL: Growy to launch new product

This February, Growy has officially launched its first own-label produce in Dutch supermarkets. Consumers will now have access to Amsterdam-grown salad mixes, herbs, and…

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UK: Steady growth in patient numbers, yet one in two adults doesn’t know MMJ can be prescribed

Among the many different medical cannabis markets in Europe, there's one that doesn't garner the same international attention as, for instance,…

U.S. importers brace for potential 25% tariff on Mexican produce at Nogales border

During the winter produce season, approximately 2,000 trucks enter the United States daily via the Mariposa port of entry in Nogales, Arizona. Many of these…

Good prospects for greenhouse farming, but not for new construction

By 2025, the Dutch agricultural sector is heading for contraction. That is ING's prediction. It anticipates a 2 to 3 percent shrinkage, partly due to the…

80 Acres Farms announces $115M in in capital raises, acquisition of biotech company

80 Acres Farms has announced capital raises totaling $115 million and the acquisition of Plantae Biosciences, an Israeli biotechnology company. "Our…

UK farmers protest Labour’s proposed inheritance tax changes outside Parliament

Farmers in the UK staged a tractor protest outside Parliament, contesting Labour's proposed adjustments to inheritance tax rules. The demonstration, organized…

Edible biofilm from food waste doubles strawberry shelf life

Researchers at the São Carlos Chemistry Institute of the University of São Paulo (IQSC-USP) have developed an edible biofilm from agricultural and fishing…

Supermarket chain Hiperber: 8% sales growth in FY 2024

Ahold Delhaize: Q4 2024 financial results

UK: Pricewatch Group first retailer to tap last mile delivery solution from British retail tech firm NearStNearSt has announced a new solutions for UK…

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