HortiDaily Newsletter | Friday, April 5, 2024

Pine bark as a sustainable substrate alternative

Environmental concerns around using peat moss in commercial horticulture continue to grow. While opinions in the industry vary, the increasing demand…

“The primary functional failure point: choosing technology over purpose"

"Like any business, there are reasons for failures, and causes of failure are many and vary. In this industry, probably the primary functional failure…

Global market overview strawberries

Local strawberry harvesting signals that spring is well underway, with summer fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere. Spain, as a leading supplier…

New plant growth chamber software from Conviron

Conviron has recently launched new software called ConvironDirect. ConvironDirect is a premium software tool that enables plant scientists, growers,…

Demand on the rise not only in Italy, but also in Austria and Switzerland

Ozone used for disinfection in soilless cultivation

Soilless agriculture is moving towards the use of ozone to disinfect and treat irrigation water, according to Giorgio Zaffani of the Italian company…

Speeding up with Second Skin is no problem: 'We were able to cover 14 km per day'"

How many kilometers do they cover per day? For grower Leon Dukker, it was quite a suspenseful event when the gutters in his greenhouse recently got the…

CombiVliet Looks Forward to 'Kom in de Kas'

Despite virus challenges, Dutch tomato greenhouse opens doors for Kom in de Kas

On Saturday, April 6th, CombiVliet's NoordVliet location will open its doors for the "Kom in de Kas" event. This is quite the unique location,…

The Netherlands: Stolze acquires all activities of Elektravon Tuinbouw

Stolze Installatietechniek, which is concerned with horticultural installation technology, acquired all activities of Elektravon Tuinbouw. "The…

More efficient cultivation with controlled raising under LED lighting

In the early years of growing without daylight, most of the attention was on the development of leafy crops like lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. These…

New labor-friendly cucumber variety unveiled

Blueray RZ is a newly developed variety by Rijk Zwaan specifically for high-tech greenhouse growers. Developed to compete in the Verdon summer segment,…

Nigel Jenney, Chief Executive of the Fresh Produce Consortium:

"UK government's new import charges set to cripple fresh produce & flower industry"

In a move branded by Nigel Jenney, Chief Executive of the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), as a "thinly veiled tax on the industry," the UK government…

Understanding the resistance mechanisms of Tuta absoluta in tomatoes

To comprehend the underlying mechanisms contributing to insecticide resistance in Tuta absoluta, a solanaceous plant pest posing significant threats to…

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US (MA): Franklin Park greenhouse readies for spring planting

Spring flowers are popping up around Boston, many of which are grown and planted by city workers. It's a Boston tradition dating back to the 1800s and…

Azerbaijan's tomato exports surge: driven by seasonal dynamics and Russian demand

Azerbaijan's tomato exports have surged significantly. According to the State Customs Committee, the country exported 21,700 tons of tomatoes worth $30 million…

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Kenya: 4-day course to empower horti entrepreneurs

The Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK) collaborated with Q-Point B.V. and the Kenya School of Agriculture (KSA) to host a dynamic…

German biomass boiler producer expands to North America

After a series of projects and partnerships in the North American market, Schmid opens its first branch in Toronto. This step is part of the expansion…

Produce safety guides for hydroponic and aquaponic operations

The Northeast Center to Advance Food Safety (NECAFS) announces the release of multiple resources on produce safety in hydroponic and aquaponic…

Barron Lighting Group appoints Paul Gray as Director of Growlite

Barron Lighting Group announced the addition of Paul Gray to their executive team as the Director of Growlite – the company's division specializing in…

South Gippsland producers need to adapt to Australian consumption patterns

Inspired by the distinct flavor of a ruby red grapefruit, Antony Ellis relocated to South Gippsland to commence a mixed farming venture named Phil…

Mexico delays glyphosate ban amidst agricultural and trade pressures

In 2023, the Mexican government issued a decree to phase out glyphosate and eliminate genetically modified corn, with the ban expected to start on…

Northeast India:

Strawberry cultivation expands in Bihar

In Bihar, traditionally known for its diverse agricultural practices, strawberry cultivation is witnessing a significant expansion. This development is…

"First step for Valencia-Rotterdam-Oslo international fresh produce freight train"

The Dutch province of South Holland is making plans for an international fresh produce freight train. It is expected to start operating from Valencia via…

Vancouver Fresh Week kicks off with Retail Tour

On Tuesday, April 23, CPMA Fresh Week will kick off with a retail tour of several grocery stores in the city of Vancouver. Different retail concepts…