HortiDaily Newsletter | Monday, November 11, 2024

Ethan Luth, Bayer:

"Breeders to help growers with challenges as energy, water and disease pressure"

Breeding new vegetable varieties can sometimes feel like a juggling act. Seed companies need to take into account not just their own interests, but…

Hendrik Satter, Starberry:

"Increasing cultivation of everbearers provides much better seasonal spread in the strawberry market"

A neighboring greenhouse came up for sale, so when strawberry grower Hendrik Satter of Starberry from Nieuwaal, Netherlands, had the opportunity to…

Status of Andalusia's greenhouse crops after the storm

The recent DANA has left a trail of destruction in greenhouse crops in several areas of the province of Almería, especially in El Ejido Norte, Santa María del…

Biochar still an unknown in the horticultural sector

The horticultural sector is gradually reducing the use of peat for the production of potting soils. Alternative materials will be required as a…

Dutch geothermal project declared bankrupt

On 5 November, California Wijnen Geothermie (CWG), the geothermal heat project of Limburg pepper and cucumber grower Wijnen Square Crops in…

Jeroen Hendrix, P. Seelen Grubbenvorst:

"Plenty of Turkish vine tomatoes again this year"

The first Turkish vine tomatoes have arrived once again at Dutch importer P. Seelen. This Venlo-based trading company has been importing Turkish vine…

"One-stop shopping alternative to comprehensive crop package"

Three organic propagators join forces for smaller-scale nursery and other private initiatives

Three fully organic propagators are forming an alliance to provide Herenboeren and CSA companies with reliable organic starting material. By doing so,…

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Luxembourg to propose greenhouse subsidies

On Saturday, Minister of Agriculture Martine Hansen spoke with RTL Radio about the future of farming in Luxembourg. Hansen explained that Luxembourg's…

First tomato and now pear shortage expected in Israel

First there was a tomato shortage in Israel, now certain fruit is also expected to be in short supply in coming months, especially pears. These are…

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Despite climate challenges, Tajikistan greenhouses are thriving

From a greenhouse at the bottom of her garden, Sharifamoh Solihova is cultivating her own solutions to a changing climate. Here in this remote,…

Singapore: Locally grown tomatoes to be processed with Japanese technology

Mr Webster Tham, co-founder of local agri-technology company Tomato Town, is looking to harvest Japanese cherry tomatoes and heirloom varieties of…

UK: Oxbo announces release of AutoFill harvester

Oxbo has announced the release of AutoFill, a new on-harvester automation technology for Oxbo 7440 and 7450 blueberry harvesters. AutoFill automation…

US: West Texas researches lead strawberry production study following $37,000 grant from USDA

West Texas A&M University researchers are leading a study on how to make strawberry production more feasible across Texas and the south-central United…

Strong broccoli market expected for another 30 days

Broccoli supply is tighter than normal, resulting in a strong market. Salinas, CA is winding down and supplies out of Santa Maria, CA are lighter than…

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UC Davis researcher:

Plants have an "arms race" to see the sun

A flowering plant might not be able to tell how many fingers you're holding up, but it can tell whether it's light or dark outside and might grow…

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US (FL): Past year "challenging" for Florida's fall produce

The fall season — in the middle of hurricane season — can be challenging for Florida farmers when it comes to getting their produce to the market.…

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India: Telangana province aims to become "horticultural hub"

Telangana, India is positioning itself as a hub for horticulture startups, supported by innovative work and vision. Telangana's work in producing crops…

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US: How will Trump's second term impact agriculture?

Donald Trump's first term as president brought sweeping change to environmental regulations, trade policy, and a host of issues that impact America's…

Riococo celebrates successful night at Stevie International Business Awards

Riococo has announced its achievements at the 21st annual Stevie International Business Awards. The ceremony took place on October 11, 2024, at the…

Canada: New restaurant partners with Vision Greens

If you're into wellness-driven eats, Better Bar is opening this November in Yorkville. The spot promises clean, flavor-packed dishes that prove healthy…

US: Arizona growers, shippers celebrate 12th Arizona Leafy Greens Month

To celebrate the start of harvest Arizona growers and shippers are celebrating the 12th annual Arizona Leafy Greens Month. Since the first celebration,…

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FCC contributing $1.5M to 82 community projects across Canada

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 82 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.…

US (AL): Financial assistance for growers available through EQIP

The Alabama Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will use the ACT NOW policy to streamline the delivery of conservation financial assistance.…

Poland seizes 18 tons of Russian cucumbers over incorrect labelling

In Poland, an 18-ton shipment of Russian cucumbers was detained due to improper labelling, sparking discontent among Polish growers. Before the war in Ukraine,…

US: IFPA to donated over 220,000 pounds of produce after Global Produce and Floral Show

International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has donated 226,735 lbs of produce and 8,575 lbs of floral after this year's Global Produce & Floral…

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Market demand aiding Vietnam growers in gaining a stable income

Previously, Ms. Vi Thi Ngan's family lived in Co Noi commune, Mai Son district, province. Son La grows corn and sugarcane, but the economic efficiency…

Dutch professionals returning to India in November for events

What does the future of food look like for India? Dutch professionals in sustainable greenhouse horticulture believe that technology can be the key to…

Alberto Nocera of Agrieuropa

"We are looking forward to a promising start of the winter campaign"

"The campaign of our winter products has started and will be in full swing over the next two weeks. We are hoping for a good season, even if we are a…

HK-Pack Krautscheid GmbH and HBW Pack GmbH join forces

"Bundled procurement enables attractive prices for special productions, even for small quantities"

HK-Pack Krautscheid GmbH from the county of Grafschaft Gelsdorf and HBW Pack GmbH from Bremen are appearing together for the first time at this year's…

Gilbert Mulonda, Namibian Agronomic Board

Periodic bans will relax over coming years as Namibian competitiveness grows

For the past nineteen years Namibia has been assessing availability of certain fruit and vegetables every month to determine whether the country has enough and whether imports ar…

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Transgourmet expands in the city of Murcia: Six Suma supermarkets

Asda has announced its results for Q3

Redefining retail: autonomous stores firm Sensei hits milestone in Italy as DAO Cooperativa location turns one Sensei has celebrated one year of its Verona…