HortiDaily Newsletter | Friday, April 11, 2025

Austria:

Viennese tomato grower is a pioneer in carbon capture

The groundbreaking ceremony on April 4, 2025, officially marked the start of the construction of one of the first industrial-scale Carbon Capture and…

From Wolverhampton to the world:

Aptisens’ Ion-sensing technology that completely moves away from lab testing

Based out of the University of Wolverhampton Science Park, Aptisens has now become a leader in the latest ion-sensing technology. Dr. Roy O'Mahony, CEO…

New photovoltaic project led by Volta and Richel Groups

Photovoltaic kiwi greenhouses in the Drôme department

The Volta Group, an independent producer of renewable energy, and Richel Group, a European manufacturer of greenhouses and flexible-cover storage…

"Since we started using the USAF transmitters, the pathogen level has dropped to zero"

The Slovak cucumber grower Imre Asztalos has started using USAF™ transmitters at his company Zelstar s.r.o. Zemne. The company also propagates cucumber…

Bringing plug-and-play IoT to the field with simplicity and scalability

CHOOVIO's product lineup is geared toward real-time data monitoring across a variety of key parameters—including temperature, humidity, soil moisture,…

Lively first day at CPMA Montreal

CPMA's Annual Convention and Trade Show kicked off in Montreal on April 9. It's the organization's 100th anniversary, making this year's event extra…

Sandy Booth - New Forest Fruit

"We like to achieve 10-12 brix, but this has been very dependent on the levels of sunshine"

New Forest Fruit has been growing strawberries through the winter. These are a premium Japanese variety with a high brix level."The season for our…

"Large volumes of chilis from Ghana can be delivered at short notice"

Ghanaian growers have the potential to make a name for themselves in a number of fresh produce areas, in addition to flagship products such as…

Ethiopia:

HortiFlora moves to annual event after successful 2025 edition

"Given the increasing international interest and significance of the event, HortiFlora will now have a transition from a biennial trade show to an…

US: Ohio State supporting strawberry growers facing challenges from fungal disease

With the Neopestalotiopsis fungal disease — commonly called "Neo-P"—affecting strawberry supply chains and crop yields, Ohioans may notice a shortage…

How U.S. tariffs impact horticultural supplies - pots, containers, and trays

The U.S. has announced a new import tariff on Chinese goods. Much speculation is swirling about how this will affect the industry, both nationally and…

Latvia: Growers concerned over amount of imported goods

The number of greenhouses in Latvia, both heated and unheated, has decreased over the last twenty years. Growers say they have to compete with imports…

Ukrainian veterans start new careers in farming with government grants

In Ukraine, veteran-owned businesses are growing thanks to government grants. In the last three months, 300 veterans have used the "Own Business" program, and…

European produce sector launches standard for measuring environmental impact

The European fruit and vegetable sector presented the new FreshProducePEFCR (Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules) at Freshfel Europe's annual event.…

US (CA): Grapevine grower gives greenhouse new life with tomatoes, peppers

Grapevine nursery owner Jay Jensen had a problem. Grapevines are a seasonal product, and his 120,000 square feet of greenhouses in Sonoma Valley were…

Podcast: Examining the relationship in a circular foods partnership

The Urban Farming Initiative has released the latest episode of the Circular Food Podcast, which highlights its partnership with 80 Acres Farms as part…

USDA seeks nominees for Florida Tomato Committee

The Florida Tomato Committee administers the marketing order which recommends changes to quality, container and pack regulations for tomatoes grown in…

US (WI): New greenhouse proves popular for school students

About two years ago, the North Crawford School District began the process of building a greenhouse. Now, it has become an integral part of the…

CAN: Approval granted for greenhouse on Minto agricultural property

A Minto resident near Teviotdale will get to build his greenhouse following a decision by the town's committee of adjustment on Tuesday afternoon.…

Hazera announces new packaging designs

Hazera is introducing a refreshed packaging design, delivering the same seeds with a modern twist. Over the past year, Hazera has undergone a…

NL Successful edition of the Masterclass Soilless Culture at Wageningen

"I now understand much better the issues growers face every day and can serve my clients much better as a result!", said Jim van Ruijven. It is…

Vietnam: 10,000 hectares of spring vegetables grown by Hai Duong growers

According to the provincial Department of Cultivation and Plant Protection, as of April 9, Hai Duong had planted about 9,800 hectares of spring…

Relief in Egypt and Morocco following Trump tariffs

On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump's much-anticipated appearance captured the world's attention. When the figures were released, a sense of…

US: Speakers confirmed for OHCEAC CEA Conference

The OHCEAC Annual CEA Conference brings together stakeholders each year to explore key topics in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). In 2025, our…

Azerbaijan bans tomato imports from Iran's Hadi Porreza

According to information published on Unikal.az on April 7, 2025, the Azerbaijan Food Safety Agency (AFSA) has imposed a temporary restriction on the import of…

CPMA announces 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient

Les Mallard, vice president sales of Fyffes North America Inc., has been named the 2025 Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Lifetime…

VBT figures week 14

Rising volumes and falling prices of greenhouse-grown vegetables

The prices for tomatoes and cucumbers are currently neatly in line with the five-year average. Last week, the average price at the auctions of the Federation…