Irrigation is a key component of agricultural production in the Riverina region. From rice, cotton, cereals, fruits, and vegetables to grapes, dairy, sheep, hay, and grazing pastures, the region is famous for its wide variety of produce. Marc and Stacey Brooke are an example of a couple who read more

Do you know which crop in Villupuram is considered the primary one, among all others and can sell up to 1,000 kg during the month of Adi? In the Villupuram district, vegetables, greens, and flowers are the primary income sources for farmers. Among these, flowers are considered the top crop and
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"This growing media is tailored for water-sensitive crops and ensures low water retention levels, laying the foundation for future productivity," says Nathan Wallace-Springer, Horticulture Specialist at PRO-MIX, about the FPX Bio-Fungicide, which is specially formulated for plugs and
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Peter Klein, founder of Biota Nutri started his career as a grower of roses, tulips, cut flowers and bell peppers. Then, he worked for 7 years at a fertilizer trading company. There he realized there was another way to grow crops. About 7 years ago he founded Biota Nutri with the goal of helping
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A plant virus is made up of proteins and a fragment of genetic material (DNA or RNA molecule) and is extremely small. It is not visible to the naked eye. Symptoms may take weeks to appear after infection, making it challenging to detect the infection promptly. read more

The summer holidays are usually a slow season for flower sales, but this summer appears to be even quieter than in previous years, according to players in the flower trade. Hans Visser Flowers' Richard de Boer agrees. "The past few weeks have been very quiet, and the next two weeks will be." read more

Dla wielu roślin więcej gałęzi oznacza więcej owoców. Ale co powoduje wzrost gałęzi rośliny? Nowe badania przeprowadzone na Uniwersytecie Kalifornijskim w Davis wykazały, w jaki sposób rośliny rozkładają hormon strigolakton, który hamuje rozgałęzianie, aby stać się "krzaczastymi". Zrozumienie regulacji strigolaktonu jest kluczem. read more

Od 2015 roku specjaliści od zarządzania szkodnikami oraz badacze w Ontario zauważają coraz większe szkody spowodowane przez tripsów. Dlaczego? Ponieważ teraz znajdujemy więcej gatunków tripsów niż kiedykolwiek wcześniej! Jest to szczególnie prawdziwe w przypadku popularnych roślin tropikalnych i liściastych uprawianych w całej Ameryce Północnej. Kto: Dr. Sarah Jandricic, Szklarnia... read more

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has confirmed the first population of invasive spotted lanternfly (SLF) in the Finger Lakes grape growing region. This confirmation came after a report from a resident in the town of Romulus, prompting Ag and Markets inspectors to travel to the infestation site. read more

Many growers are dedicated to monitoring and improving their irrigation water on a daily basis, with a focus on combating algae, bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Neglecting to address these issues can lead to substantial crop damage and revenue loss. Ultramins helps effectively combat algae,... read more

Bags of compost and flower bulbs sold in DIY stores contain dangerous multidrug-resistant fungi, according to Scientias.nl. One of the fungi they carry is Aspergillus fumigatus, classified by the WHO as a significant public health threat. Summer is in full swing - and that means many. read more

Which team will develop the best algorithm to enable a greenhouse to independently grow dwarf tomatoes? This is the main focus of this year's Autonomous Greenhouse Challenge, a competition organized by the Wageningen University & Research (WUR) Greenhouse Horticulture business unit. read more

COVERE² and Juntos Farm have signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to collaborate on advancing sustainable transformation and regenerative agriculture practices. Juntos Farm will serve as a testbed for the Covere² Solution, leveraging the strengths of both organizations. read more

ICL's range of Fibagro Advance woodfibre grades will be showcased at the upcoming Four Oaks Trade Show next month (Stand B30-32). The stand will highlight the latest advancements in Levington Advance sustainable growing media, including progress in peat alternatives and their associated nutrition components. read more

For three generations, the Mans family has been involved in farming. Starting with strawberries and tomatoes, Hans Mans and his son Jan later transitioned to cultivating gerberas. In 1960, Hans Mans established a nursery in Zuilichem, before relocating to Brakel in 1978. Between 2006 and 2018, Jan and his wife carried on the family tradition. read more

AI matters in this vibrant sphere because it envisions a world where data interacts with genomes, phenotypes, and environmental factors in a complex dance of understanding. AI conducts this symphony, unveiling patterns and forecasting results with a swiftness that would astonish even Mendel's peas. read more

On May 15th, 2024, Hakob Azaryan, CEO of Green Solutions, and Benjamin Richel, CEO of Richel Group, inaugurated the construction of the first phase of a 5-hectare greenhouse, which is part of a 30-hectare project in the Sevan region of Armenia. The location is at the 40th parallel and almost 2000 meters above sea level. read more

Scheduled to be implemented on 10th September, the newest Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (Smeta) standards mandate that UK growers cover all recruitment expenses for seasonal workers, including transportation and visa fees. Key industry organizations such as the National Farmers Union (NFU) and British Apples are expected to comply with these requirements. read more

With an average of 900-1,000 tonnes transported on Emirates flights around the world every day, perishables are by far the largest business unit for Emirates. Air-freighted perishables usually include fruits, vegetables, seafood, meats, and dairy products, as well as flowers, seeds, and plants. read more

Shruti Sharma, a BBA student at Christ University in Bengaluru, has entered the Asia Book of Records by photographing 145 plants and vegetables in five minutes. A resident of Kokrajhar, Shruti earned the title of "Grand Master" for her achievement. Recognized on June 16, her rapid and accurate... read more