UK: Now offering a new drone service for cleaning greenhouse roofs.
2025-05-26 00:00
Specialists in building and outfitting commercial greenhouses, Bridge Greenhouses, are now providing a drone spraying service for cleaning or tinting the roofs of commercial greenhouses and polytunnels. This service uses GPS-controlled drones to spray the tops of the greenhouses, either to remove dirt that has accumulated or to apply a tint for various purposes.
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"The recent rain has been beneficial for tomato seedlings, which are currently in their growth phase, even though it has certainly not been enough to fill dams or reservoirs, nor to guarantee adequate water supplies to safeguard summer crops. The water emergency has reduced the land used for"
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"Solutions for environmentally-friendly horticulture"
2025-05-26 00:00
Klasmann-Deilmann is showcasing innovations for sustainable horticulture at GreenTech in Amsterdam. With the theme 'Three steps to climate-friendly horticulture', the company will introduce cutting-edge solutions for horticultural businesses looking to improve their processes.
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"Revolucja to czerwień, która się wyróżnia"
2025-05-26 00:00
With retailers in the EU and UK increasingly interested in brighter red rose varieties, Kenyan grower Shalimar Fresh has found early success with Revolution® from De Ruiter Innovations. The grower states that Revolution® stands out for its vibrant color, generous head size, and impressive vase life, making it a top contender to meet changing demands.
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Sinclair's label is a finalist for the "Sustainability Initiative of the Year" award.
2025-05-26 00:00
Sinclair, a global leader in labeling solutions for fresh produce, has been named a finalist at The Grocer Gold Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious accolades in the food and beverage industry in the United Kingdom. The nomination celebrates the innovation of their labeling technology.
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"If you don't have it, get it," say Ton Habraken from Svensson and René Beerkens from Hoogendoorn Growth Management. They're talking about net radiation meters for greenhouse growers as they kick off the afternoon program of the Masterclass Smart Growing with Data. And place the sensor directly.
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The 18th Annual Leamington Greenhouse Competition took place last week in Leamington, Ontario. With over 190 product entries from the region's leading growers, this competition has become a showcase of innovation, quality, and flavor. Mastronardi Produce took home 23 awards.
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Frigotec aims for perfect ripening using Softripe.
2025-05-23 17:00
Our Softripe ripening technology is unique due to its ability to precisely control the ripening process of fruits while maintaining their quality and freshness. This technology uses a combination of temperature, humidity, and ethylene gas levels to ensure uniform ripening, resulting in fruits that are perfectly ripe, sweet, and ready to eat. Additionally, Softripe technology allows for customizable ripening profiles for different types of fruits, providing optimal conditions for each specific variety. Ultimately, this technology helps to extend the shelf life of fruits, reduce food waste, and improve the overall consumer experience.
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Sinclair has been announced as a finalist in The Grocer Gold Awards 2025 for its innovative T55 home and industrial compostable fruit sticker.
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Stany Zjednoczone i Chiny osiągnęły porozumienie w sprawie znacznego obniżenia ceł na swoje produkty w wyniku negocjacji handlowych przeprowadzonych 12 maja. W wspólnym oświadczeniu obie nacje ogłosiły zawieszenie większości ceł wprowadzonych od lutego, sygnalizując tym samym krok w kierunku złagodzenia napięć w trwającej wojnie handlowej.
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After several years of absence, Ventura, a leading brand in the world of dried fruit, returns to Rimini Wellness, scheduled from May 29th to June 1st, 2025. A comeback focused on taste, energy, and a new way of experiencing sports and conscious nutrition.
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Logiztik Alliance Group has successfully completed one of the most challenging seasons of the year, dealing with global obstacles and coordinating various international schedules. Every year, Mother's Day triggers one of the busiest supply chains in the floriculture sector. In 2025, Logiztik Alliance commenced
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MIT has developed microneedles to prolong the shelf life of produce.
2025-05-23 00:00
Badanie przeprowadzone przez badaczy z Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) polega na opracowaniu nowej techniki mającej na celu wydłużenie okresu przydatności do spożycia produktów rolnych. Metoda ta polega na wykorzystaniu jedwabnych mikroigieł do dostarczania melatoniny do tkanek roślin. Szczegółowe wyniki zostały opublikowane w czasopiśmie Nano Letters.
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Od momentu założenia w 2012 roku przez Vala Harkera i Fritza Wessona, Farm Costing Solutions (FCS), południowoafrykańska firma działająca w branży agritech, opracowała potężny system sprzętu i oprogramowania, który umożliwia rolnikom monitorowanie i zarządzanie wydajnością pracy w czasie rzeczywistym. "Klienci informują, że dzięki"
Farm Costing Solutions (FCS), a South African agritech company, was established in 2012 by Val Harker and Fritz Wesson. The company has developed a powerful hardware and software system that enables farmers to monitor and manage labor performance in real-time. "Clients report that, thanks to the read more
Farm Costing Solutions (FCS), a South African agritech company, was established in 2012 by Val Harker and Fritz Wesson. The company has developed a powerful hardware and software system that enables farmers to monitor and manage labor performance in real-time. "Clients report that, thanks to the read more
"Banks have more trust in agriculture, but restrictions on plant protection products could affect profitability"
2025-05-23 00:00
Recently, investment funds that previously had no interest in the sector have started acquiring agricultural companies in the Spanish region of Murcia. These companies, some with a strong family culture and others with minimal investment in technology, have promising prospects.
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On May 19 and 20, 2025, Flora Blumenimport & Handels eG organized a Grower Tour ('Gärtnertour') under its BesteBlumen brand, taking participants through selected horticultural businesses in the Lower Rhine region in Germany. Around 45 participants from across the floral supply chain, including...
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The businesses that promoted cherries are currently struggling.
2025-05-23 00:00
Fruit cracking is causing serious problems in the cherry-growing areas of Puglia. Last week's continuous rainfall, including thunderstorms, lasted over 48 hours, thereby reducing the harvest in a year when yields were already limited. "We are working at a third of our capacity, with 10 pallets."
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The significance of marketing in the horticultural industry is increasing, but it is not a simple matter. "Every day, people scroll past 'Learn More' buttons without clicking. Not because they're not interested, but because most Call To Action buttons just don't cut it," says Brittanie.
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Joinfruitinvests in the development of the supply chain. In Brussels, the workshop of the European project AgriFoodSkills was held, born from the collaboration between the University of Turin and Confragricoltura with the aim of defining the EU Observatory on agri-food skills, in accordance with the.
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Two innovative solutions aiming to change the definition of "fresh snacks" available in grocery stores.
2025-05-23 00:00
With the 2025 edition of Macfrut now over, there is no denying the palpable interest shown in the solutions offered by the Cartonpack Group. This interest can be attributed to two key innovations: the BK1 with resealable top seal and heart-shaped dispenser hole, and the FMKX6 flat cardboard tray from Fimat.
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