HortiDaily Newsletter | Friday, March 31, 2023

Leaf test for cucumber mosaic virus also new

Additional options for virus test ToBRFV help grower limit damage

Since last summer, a test kit has been on the market that allows growers to test plants for the presence of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in…

WayBeyond signs partnership with CEICKOR Centro Universitario, Mexico

"Data collection and data use are very important focus points"

WayBeyond has signed a partnership with CEICKOR Centro Universitario, Mexico. The partnership is part of WayBeyond's commitment to the promotion of…

New high-tech mini cucumber offers uniformity and labor efficiency

Enza Zaden is excited to introduce Analisa, a beautiful dark green mini cucumber that complements their expanding cucumber program, featuring long…

The evolution of the microgreens business

In an expanding space such as indoor and greenhouse growing, how do you make your company stand out? For City Roots Organic, it starts with the story.…

Damiano Ghirlanda (Plastic Box):

From floating to vertical farming: the evolution of plastic panels in hydroponic cultivation

Despite the pandemic and the lockdowns, innovative hydroponic projects by Plastic Box haven't stalled., The company out of Verona (Italy) is…

Grodan International Propagation Seminar celebrates its 10 year anniversary

Networking and knowledge sharing with propagators and partners in the horticulture industry, that’s what Grodan’s International Propagation Seminar…

Sensors that come in by mail and at a low price

A sensor for just over 150 euros that can still measure a good number of parameters in cultivation? That's remarkable. It is a conscious choice by…

bell pepper supply increases

Global market overview: Bell Peppers

The global bell pepper market had been marked by weather challenges earlier in the season, causing lower availability and higher prices, particularly…

Gary Bruce - Seahills Farm

First Scottish strawberries already at the retailers

The first of this season's Scottish strawberries were picked last week at Seahills Farm just north of Arbroath. Owned by Peter J Stirling, the farm is…

Stressed plants 'scream,' and it sounds like popping bubble wrap

When deprived of water or snipped with scissors, plants emit a flurry of staccato "screams" that are too high-frequency for humans to hear, a study…

Continuing research in microbiomes

US (NY): Upward Farms seizes all vertical farming operations

Upward Farms seizes all vertical farming operations in the US, including the new to-be-constructed farm in Pennsylvania. "We found that vertical…

Dutch combined knowledge, expertise, and innovative technology are the answer to Kazakhstan’s demand for sustainable food production

Dutch Horticultural Trade Mission to Kazakhstan

A Dutch horticultural trade mission to Kazakhstan will take place from 3 to 7 April. The delegation is accompanied these days by the Mayor, Mr. Bouke…

Caprabo now sells tomatoes with 100% recyclable and compostable packaging in its stores

Farewell to plastic in tomato packaging

The supermarket chain Caprabo is now selling in its stores a 100% recyclable and compostable package (made out of paper, paper mesh, and bamboo) for tomatoes,…

Online event on Sunday, April 2

Crash course on hydroponic farming in India

If you wish to start your own hydroponic farm in India, don't miss the opportunity to gain insights into the Indian hydroponic farming industry. Learn the…

EastFruit

Prices for tomatoes in Uzbekistan update records

Greenhouse tomato prices continue to break records – the average wholesale price for red round tomatoes has increased by 29% over the past week, and current…

Deadline: April 30, 2023

Sweden: Apply for a 4 month scholarship focusing on CO2 capture and utilization in CEA

"We are looking for a master's or PhD student who wants to apply for this scholarship and come to Sweden for 3 or 4 months at Mälardalen University and…

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How to prevent fires at your greenhouse

Fires have been burning their way through the news cycle. This disaster invades schools, homes, market places which is not exceptional for farms. On…

Developing drugs against drought

Abscisic acid (ABA) is a plant hormone with essential functions in plant physiology. It is involved in developmental and growth processes and the adaptive stress response.…

LetsGrow.com appoints Marck Hagen as new Commercial Director

Marck Hagen has joined LetGrow.com as new commercial director: "The reason why I consciously chose LetsGrow.com is firstly the team I already knew…

"Easter demand for Dutch strawberries picking up well"

In Europe, soft fruit sales have a very positive outlook as Easter nears. "There's plenty of movement in the market. That's a good thing. The volumes…

US (GA): Hardee Fresh closes $56 million for new 30,000m2 vertical farm in Americus

X-Caliber Rural Capital announced the closing of a $56MM bridge loan for a Hardee Fresh vertical farming facility in Americus, Georgia. The new…

Rovensa Next’s Biimore receives additional crops approval under EU Fertilizing products regulation

In October 2022, Biimore was registered in the European Union as a ‘Non-microbial plant biostimulant’ under the EU Fertilising Products Regulation…

Strawberry patent infringement unsuccessful for Driscoll’s

A strawberry patent infringement lawsuit against the former chief of a breeding institute hasn't borne fruit and is running out of steam. The case stems from…

Open Day Royal Berry on April 8

On Saturday, April 8, Royal Berry will open the doors of its newest greenhouse. The strawberry grower is organizing an open day from 10.00-16.00. It involves the new greenhouse,…

L'Ortolano

What's new on the basil front

L'Ortolano produces various basil varieties suitable for all kinds of needs. "For us, basil is a leading product in which we have invested and continue to invest a lot. Our…

Lettuce prices likely to go up again in Canada next month

Lettuce prices are likely to rise next month and could stay high into the summer, agriculture experts say, as flooding in a key California farming area becomes…

CPMA responds to Federal Budget 2023

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is encouraged to see that addressing the impacts of inflation and supporting a National Supply Chain Strategy…