HortiDaily Newsletter | Friday, May 17, 2024

Van der Knaap Group expands production capacity

"Demand for coco substrates has increased enormously"

In 2022, they noticed at Van der Knaap Group that social and economic developments were boosting the future of sustainably produced coco substrates.…

Bom Group signs construction agreement

Wageningen expands with new high-tech research center in Bleiswijk

On May 7, 2024, Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and Bom Group signed an agreement for the construction of a new high-tech research center in…

"By growing on a large scale, it is easier to deal with challenges"

There are some big names in tomato growing that you simply cannot ignore – one key example is Agro Care. With branches in four countries, seven…

Research shows uneven virus increase and distribution in plants

Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) is not 'infecting' the plant and plants in a row in an equal way. The virus wants to be where the active…

Virtual lysimeter calculates drain based on data and AI

Drain water may be discharged to an increasingly lesser extent in the coming years. For soil-based crops this means that growers need to know how much…

Effect of handling on freshness and firmness of tomatoes

In the supermarket, consumers judge the quality of fruits and vegetables by paying attention to various attributes, such as color, firmness, and…

Francisco Viteri, Popoyán

Guatemala: “This new tissue culture laboratory responds to our near-shoring strategy”

Located 40 km from the International Airport in Guatemala City, Guatemala, we can find Pegón InVitro® (PIV), a recently inaugurated tissue culture…

Tomato prices soar in Morocco

Following a period of stability, tomato prices in Morocco have experienced a significant increase, now costing up to 14 dirhams per kilo in urban areas such as Casablanca. As of May…

'Elite' seed potatoes cultivated in Ivanovo district, Belarus

In the Ivanovo district of Belarus, the "Agro-Motol" farm is successfully cultivating elite seed potatoes using test tube technology. This method produces…

NC State

Corn earworms and lygus bugs infesting strawberries

The corn earworm (Helicoverpa zea, Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), a significant pest known for its broad host range, has been reported infesting various…

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Can Philly become a hothouse for bananas and pineapples as the climate warms?

As climate change warms Philadelphia, the plants that can be grown in the city will change, too. The nonprofit Philadelphia Orchard Project believes…

Lasse Borg, Carccu

Finland: “The FSC-certification is proof from an external audit that we are acting responsibly”

Carccu®, a packaging manufacturer based in Sastamala (Finland) has been awarded the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) forest certification. "Before the…

Cold plasma seed treatment system developers expand engineering and sales teams

James Seaman takes on the role of Director of Engineering, and Nathanael Dannenberg joins as Sales Manager. Zayndu prepares for the rapid expansion of…

Kate Hofman, Founder of GrowUp Farms:

"We know how to create a level playing field for vertical farmers, now the UK government is taking our advice"

"At GrowUp, we've been working with several UK government departments to raise awareness of vertical farming, and our industry's ability to deliver…

US: Agriculture grants get fresh, local produce to families in need

A grant-funded collaboration gets fresh produce on the tables of families in need – and benefits the Shenandoah Valley farmers who grow it. WMRA's…

Improve pepper yield using potassium siilcate and vinasse

A recent study published in Scientific Reports highlights a promising strategy for enhancing sweet pepper production using potassium silicate (PS) and…

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US (MO): University Extension provides resources for specialty ag producers

Missouri's urban and specialty agriculture producers—and those considering starting an agricultural enterprise—have new business planning resources at…

CAN: Horticulture students benefit from financial boost at KPU

A $650,000 donation to Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) will support student success in horticulture and sustainable agriculture programs in the…

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Thailand: Hotel unveils organic garden on 26th floor

Centara Grand at CentralWorld has unveiled an organic garden on the 26th floor of the hotel. This initiative marks a significant commitment to…

Dollar shows stability against major currencies as market participants await U.S. inflation data

The dollar showed stability against major currencies as market participants awaited U.S. inflation data, anticipated to influence the Federal Reserve's stance…

Producers can now do fruit counting with a free AI App

A Brazilian agritech startup, Nougenic, is taking a big step towards transforming the agribusiness landscape with the launch of FruitAI, an app that…

Huelva's strawberry campaign enters its final stretch with higher prices

Huelva's strawberry campaign, which accounts for more than 90% of Spain's strawberry production, is in its final phase, marked by a higher average price than…

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Uber to acquire Delivery Hero’s foodpanda delivery business in Taiwan

Blinkit is offering complimentary coriander with customer orders

New Zealand: Bargain Box works with Yarn on surprise deliveryBargain Box is celebrating local produce and ingredients with a surprise delivery to one…

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Plant benefit information for marketing herbs, fruit and vegetable plants

Customers receive many benefits from interacting with plants and nature. Many of these benefits have been recognized by the scientific community and…