HortiDaily Newsletter | Friday, February 14, 2025

"All of our steel is sourced in the U.S"

"I'm really excited for my start at Rimol," Brian Hannon, new Southeast Regional Sales Representative of Rimol Greenhouse Systems says. "A lot of…

Canadian pepper grower impressed by Ultramins system:

"The pepper plants fully recovered"

"We were on the stage of clearing out all our plants after experiencing the devastating impact of an unknown Fusarium species in a previous year.…

Smelly sticky trap attracts whiteflies and thrips

Perfume is a popular gift for Valentine's Day, but have you ever thought of treating your greenhouse pests to a scented surprise? The team at Davik…

'It's a Punjabi Farm Innit'

Documentary puts UK family farm in the spotlight

Bal Padda, a soft fruit grower in the UK, has drawn a lot of attention with a unique documentary that highlights the realities of farming. Inspired by…

New CEA Division leader for Griffin Greenhouse Supplies

Griffin Greenhouse Supplies has announced the appointment of Joe Farinacci as the new Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Division Leader. "We look…

New container loading table streamlines logistics in France

A new container loading table has been integrated into the logistics operations of Richel Group at their headquarters in Eygalieres, Provence Alpes,…

Vertical farming legend Dickson Despommier passed away

Dickson Despommier, known for being a true pioneer and knowledge source in vertical farming, passed away on February 7, 2025, in New York City. He was…

Canadian demand for domestic lettuce jumps

The demand for Canadian organic lettuce has increased significantly over the past week. "Sales are rising very rapidly due to the U.S. tariff…

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Waste recycling companies begin to collect waste from greenhouses, produce wholesaler

Hendin Solutions has announced the expansion of Advocom Global and Baskin Livestock into recycling of waste from the greenhouse and wholesale produce…

US: DC Smith Greenhouses serve as aquaponic test site

On Earth Day back in 2024 a small crowd gathered in UW's D.C. Smith Greenhouse to celebrate and learn. Attendees sampled vegetarian snacks as they…

Ready for HortiContact 2025? Here's what to do

The countdown can begin, HortiContact 2025 is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will again fill up with horticultural…

Kazakhstan's expert calls for greenhouse expansion

Kazakhstan experiences an annual shortage of over 3 million tons of vegetables and potatoes, according to agricultural expert Toleutai Rakhimbekov. He argues…

Using data to drive greenhouse profits

Reducing operational costs in greenhouses is a universal goal for all growers. Labor typically represents the largest expense in greenhouse operations,…

Looking at growing under and between solar panels

Michigan farmers interested in learning about growing vegetables around solar arrays are invited to participate in a webinar featuring Gina Thurn on…

Ireland: First estimates of damages from Storm Éowyn at over €4M

The initial estimated impact of damage caused by Storm Éowyn to the Irish horticulture sector currently stands at €4.46 million. Despite being…

Keeping the Museum of National History alive through horticulture

Carl Johnson '19 '21 (CAHNR) starts his day by making the rounds in the greenhouses he tends, checking for any "plant emergencies" or problems with the…

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US: Using horticultural greenhouses for flowers this spring

The Challenge Center is growing their Bay Produce program with more than fresh vegetables. New this year, the non-profit will be adding spring flowers…

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US (CO): Cultivating green thumbs for Littleton students

Mackintosh Academy's greenhouse is a hub of learning and growth, with hands-on lessons for students from kindergarten to 8th grade. It's about to get…

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Turkey: Geothermal drilling project gets green light

Buhar Enerji Yatirim Tic. ve San. Ltd. Sti. (Buhar Enerji) is entering a new phase in its geothermal exploration and utilization activities in the…

US: Syngenta honors Raymon Land at NWA Hall of Fame ceremony

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is playing a role at the annual National Watermelon Association (NWA) Convention, sponsoring the National Watermelon Hall of…

Qatari exhibition for figs, strawberries and jujubes open

The Ministry of Municipality has announced to opening of an exhibition for locally produced strawberries, figs, and jujubes which is locally called…

“The new regulation on plastic packaging lacks any sense”

The Greek plastic packaging industry will not be able to fit into the new reality that the new EU Regulation 2025/40 tends to bring to fruit and…

"Biodegradable packaging from agricultural residues extends shelf life of berries"

Perishable fruits like strawberries and raspberries face limited postharvest longevity, often resulting in economic losses due to their short shelf life in…

UK relies on Spain for fresh produce, importing €4.82 billion in food

Britain allocates nearly five billion pounds annually for Spanish fruit and vegetables, including Mallorcan new potatoes. British tourists contribute 13…

U.S. vegetable production 2024: Declines in tomatoes, sweet corn, and asparagus, while broccoli and carrots gain in value

The 2024 vegetable production report highlights significant shifts in crop yields, planted and harvested areas, and market values across multiple…

Mexican avocado prices shift, Chilean blueberry imports rise, cucumber supply tightens

This report provides a trend analysis of the volume and prices of Seasonal Perishable commodities. Volume represents the current week, and prices…

Lidl customers can buy cauliflower, carrots, and onions grown by Maltese farmers

Aldi plans to buy 15% more fresh Spanish meat, fruits, and vegetables in 2025

DESPAR Italia collaborates with AIRC Foundation for cancer researchFor the fifth consecutive year, DESPAR Italia is collaborating with the AIRC…