Status and future of seed conservation of threatened plants in the post-2020 era. 21% of threatened plants are conserved in genebanks across 44 countries in Europe and western Asia. Not bad, but not good enough. I wonder how many of those 21% will be of interest to breeders? How the...

A mix of opulent ornamentals and eye-catching natives make this spring garden a dazzling delight

I’ve chosen the common dandelion as this week’s plant because of a discussion I had with someone about dandelions in the lawn. My opinion is that if they weren’t so common, they’d be hailed as botanical wonders. It wasn’t a huge surprise to find that there were collectors in regions where it...

Throughout this month, we’ll be featuring conversations with members of our 2026 Top 100 Growers list. This week, I’m joined by Mike Joy of N. Casertano Greenhouses. The post Grower to Grower Podcast: Making Data-Driven Decisions, With N. Casertano Greenhouses appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

When the new Downtown Cary Park opened in Fall 2023, visiting plant people were shocked at the poor plant choices, many of which simply won’t survive the summer in the Raleigh, NC area. Sadly, this is an all to common occurrence, when landscape architects, instead of knowledgeable...

Sarah Eberle hopes to inspire people to nurture where town and countryside meet and nature is need of protectionStinging nettles, buttercups, broken crockery, fly-tipped flowers and a discarded gnome are not the usual hallmarks of an RHS Chelsea flower show garden.But this year’s On the Edge...

Here's how to develop stronger fleet management plans in order to reduce delivery risks for greenhouse businesses. The post Reducing Delivery Risk in Greenhouse Businesses with Smarter Fleet Management appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Hardy cyclamen are herbaceous perennials that provide weeks of fragrant, red-toned to white flowers in autumn, winter, or early spring. Superb for shade gardens, the slow-spreading tubers form charming drifts that thrive under deciduous trees and shrubs. Learn how to grow and care for hardy...

Just wrapping up it’s flowering season is the little-known, Baptisia megacarpa. The specific epithet “megacarpa” refers to the large fruit. This very rare (G1/G2) species is known from only a small region of Alabama, Southern Georgia, and North Florida. In the garden, Baptisia megacarpa is one...

Happy weekend! Ahead, a humble kitchen essential gets its due; Scandi retreats open their doors (and windows); and a Memorial Day sale starts early. Read on: Above: In favor of unkempt arrangements. Photograph by Erin Kelly, courtesy of Greg Dutton Studio, from Good Neighbors: In Ohio, an...

A new generation of emulsifiers derived from fermentation could hit the market next year, enabling companies to replace a flurry of additives derived from palm oil or petrochemical intermediates with clean label alternatives, says California-based Ruby Bio. “To our knowledge, we are the only...

Here's how Patricia Dewar is shaping growth at Dewar Nurseries through diversification, retail expansion, and data-driven decision making. The post Paths to Growth: Growth Through Diversification with Patricia Dewar appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

In the Marcel Cachin neighbourhood of Romainville in Paris, a six-storey building gives way, floor by floor, to mushrooms and leafy greens. This is the Cite Maraichere, France's first vertical farm, opened in early 2021 and run directly by the local municipality. Four years in, it remains one of...

Biomé's E&A, a company specializing in microbio,mobi,microbiome-based products, said on the 7th that it has been selected as the final recipient in the advanced technology category of the '2026 Agricultural, Food and Rural Affairs Venture Development Support Program,' hosted by the Ministry of…

Too many controlled environment agriculture projects in First Nations communities follow the same pattern. A farm goes in, the installer leaves, and within months the structure sits idle. For Trina Semenchuk, founder of Little Greenhouse That Could, that pattern is the problem her consulting work is…

Brazil Potash has announced the closing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of 7,000,000 common shares at a public offering price of $2.50 per share and, in lieu of common shares to certain investors, pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 18,300,000 common shares at a public...

After becoming accustomed to growing plants in containers on his rooftop, Samir Seif, an agricultural engineer, decided to replace each container with a vertical tower composed of stacked soil layers. The towers are designed as modular and detachable structures that can be assembled, dismantled, and…

Mighty Harvest operates what founder Derrik Stevenson describes as "a 5,500 square foot indoor vertical farm in Ajax, Ontario, growing pesticide- and herbicide-free produce year-round in a fully controlled environment." For more than a year, the farm has been a produce supplier to the Metro Toronto…

In most indoor farms today, growers are staring at dashboards full of data. Temperatures, humidity, CO2 readings, alert after alert, with little explanation of what is causing the problem or what to do about it. Hamza Qadoumi, Founder and CEO of Ecobloom Technologies, has spent years watching this…

Hassan Halawy, Group CEO of Elite Agro Holding, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the strategic imperative of food security. Amidst global supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions, Halawy reveals how scaling massive international footprints and advanced agricultural engineering ensures the UAE…

Microgreens is the new buzz-word among both nutritionists and gourmet chefs so Bidhannagar Horticultural Society organised a seminar to teach members how to grow them. Microgreens are tender, young vegetable saplings that are harvested at a very early age stage of growth, usually within seven to 14 days…

Applications for Class 31 of the International Fresh Produce Association Leadership Program close June 30, 2026.

Editor’s note: Rob Ward is the CEO and cofounder of Vitagri Org Ltd, a UK agtech company building measurement and verification infrastructure for nutrient-dense food production. The views expressed in this guest article are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of AgFunderNews....

Ostrich ferns thrive in shady spots, bringing a lush, woodland feel to gloomy corners of the garden. Their dramatic, vase-shaped fronds reach impressive heights, creating a bold green backdrop that feels wild. Low-maintenance once established, they return reliably each year. Learn how to grow...

BioNex’s mode of action works by disrupting the insect’s nervous system, while Hoplite’s mode of action works by causing leakage of cell contents and rapid desiccation of target organisms.

Seed Your Future's #IAmHorticulture national social media campaign invites horticulture professionals to share their stories and inspire the next generation of industry talent.

Texas A&M’s AgriLife Today, in cooperation with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Joe Masabni, Ph.D., of the Department of Horticultural Sciences, recently examined common production problems that arise when growing tomatoes, their cause, and how to fix them in an article on the AgriLife...

Some seeds are so well sealed that even water cannot get in. Seed scientists call this “physical dormancy”, and it is caused by water-repelling compounds in the cells that make up the seed coat. At first, this might sound like a problem. Don’t seeds need water to germinate? But for many plants,...

The regulatory process for Biotalys' EVOCA biofungicide are also advancing in California and Europe.

Lionel van der Walt will succeed Ken Fisher, who announced his planned departure back in 2025, as AmericanHort’s President and CEO. The post AmericanHort Names Lionel van der Walt as Its New President and CEO appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

The BioBlitz Soil Festival, held from 20 to 26 April, invited the LivingSoiLL to take part in the Mission Soil Area, sharing the space with the SOILSCAPE project. LivingSoiLL’s participation stood out through the delivery of practical, hands-on activities designed to engage different audiences...

Ukraine does not currently have domestic manufacturers producing complete greenhouse structures, and the market is supplied by imported solutions and local representative offices. This was stated by Valerii Liashynskyi, director of the greenhouse division at a Ukrainian company, in comments published by…

Russian regional phytosanitary authorities reported a series of inspections of imported fresh berries, mainly strawberries, entering different parts of the country from Serbia, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, China, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. In the Kaliningrad region, 9.5 tons of fresh strawberries from...

Strawberry growers in Estonia are expecting lower production this season following damage caused by heavy rainfall last summer, although the impact on prices remains unclear. At Wiira Farm in Tartu County, around 40 per cent of Falco strawberry plants planted last year were lost due to excessive…

India's fresh green chilli export season kicks off this month, with the first shipments of G4 Gauri variety expected from Maharashtra's Aurangabad and Gujarat's Jafrabad belts, says Prasad Chavan of exporter Acres EXIM. "From May onward, that's where most of the export‑bound G4 volumes will be coming…

On 29 April 2026, LivingSoiLL had the opportunity to contribute to the 6th SoilTribes Community of Practice Meet-Up, an online gathering that brought together around 30 CoP members and the public to discuss the intersection of soil health, food quality, and climate resilience. During the...

What keeps growers up at night? Disease pressure, the declining availability of crop protection products to manage that pressure, and the constant demand to produce more with fewer inputs. Harm Vogels of Moleaer is candid: nanobubbles are not a single solution to every challenge. "But for...

2026 marks 40 years, since we began the now, world-renown gardens at JLBG. Whether you’re a regular open house visitor, or someone who hasn’t stopped by in a while, we hope you’ll join us to celebrate our Ruby Anniversary. We have two weekends remaining for our spring public open days, so we...

On 11 June, the World Cup will kick off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms, we are organising a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the biggest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? We have teamed…

At De Ruiter, comparing crop performance is a key part of variety development. In its experience center, a wide range of tomato and cucumber varieties are grown under the same conditions, enabling growers to evaluate differences in growth, yield and plant behavior. To support these variety trials,…

The 2026 Hydroponic Farmers Federation (HFF) Conference brought together growers, industry leaders and supply chain partners from across Australia for three days of connection, practical insights and discussion around the future of protected cropping and hydroponic production. The Hydroponic Farmers…

Researchers at Karlstad University have developed a new intelligent control strategy for battery storage in climate-controlled greenhouses. By combining artificial intelligence and signal-processing algorithms with short-term forecasts of electricity consumption and solar power generation, energy costs…

Koppert has been nominated for the GreenTech Innovation Award 2026 with Limonica Ulti‑Mite, a groundbreaking biological solution for thrips control that sets a new benchmark in performance, reliability and sustainability in protected horticulture. The GreenTech Innovation Awards recognise the most…

Schematic design is the first formal planning stage for a controlled environment agriculture (CEA) facility, bridging the gap between a grower's vision and the technical blueprints that contractors and engineers actually build from. At this stage, the project is still conceptual yet far from vague,…

Klasmann-Deilmann has taken a further step in scaling up production of its cultivated sphagnum product, Sphaxx®, with the opening of a new production site in Bergschenhoek, in the Netherlands. The facility, a former sweet pepper greenhouse of approximately six hectares, has been fully converted for…

Marcel van der Pluijm has been active in vegetable exports to North America since 1993 and started his own company, Feeling Fresh, in 2019. Yet in all those years, he has rarely experienced such a difficult season for Spanish greenhouse vegetable exports. "Normally, these are strong months for...

India one of most dynamic opportunities in global commerce: Walmart CEOIndia represents one of the most dynamic opportunities in global commerce, from where it has sourced goods worth USD 40bln so far, said US-based retail giant Walmart Inc President and CEO John Furner.Source: business-standard.com…

Strawberry growers across Kashmir, India, are hoping for improved market conditions this season after losses linked to the Pahalgam attack and the resulting disruption to tourism and trade last year. The strawberry harvest, which usually starts in the first week of May, is now underway across...

Tomato prices in the United States have increased 22 per cent year-on-year, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report, driven by higher fuel and fertilizer costs, a 17 per cent tariff on tomatoes from Mexico, and adverse weather during the peak growing season in Florida and Mexico. At White or…

Plants & Flowers Foundation Holland (PFFH) and a number of industry partners have launched an initiative in the Netherlands to introduce living plants into secondary school examination halls. Students at four schools, in Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam and Breda, are sitting their national final exams…

This year's strawberry harvest in North Rhine-Westphalia has gotten off to a promising start. "At the end of week 17, we were able to pick the first tunnel-grown strawberries of the Twist variety, followed by Verdi a week later and the first open-field strawberries starting in week 20," reports Michael…

ICL Growing solutions has opened a huge new fertiliser plant in India, helping to improve food security for millions of people at a time when crop production is under serious threat. The seven-acre facility in Supa, Maharashtra, will produce 30,000t of water-soluble fertiliser a year, helping local and…

Operating as a small, family-run company, Acrobat PCA has established a specialised role in the North American greenhouse sector. The company focuses on the design and build of combined power-control-automation panels, supplying solutions that integrate a range of automation platforms used across modern…

Priva Connext introduces new capabilities that make LED lighting control more precise, flexible and easier to manage. These innovations help growers apply advanced lighting strategies more consistently while getting the most out of modern LED installations. Supporting modern LED lighting systems...

Mexico has approved a new certification framework for agroexports ahead of the upcoming review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), introducing labor and environmental verification requirements for products including avocados and berries. The measure incorporates labor and environmental…

Biodiversity strips alongside glasshouse horticulture businesses attract more pollinators and natural enemies of greenhouse pests. That is the outcome of the first results from a nationwide monitoring project by Wageningen University & Research (WUR), Glastuinbouw Nederland and Universiteit...

Biostimulant innovation in the EU is taking on an increasingly strategic role, particularly following the entry into force of a Community regulatory framework that demands greater scientific rigor and clarity in communicating agronomic effects. Against that backdrop, Labin chose the recent edition of…

NLight has announced the sales of 1,600 pieces 1,200 watt LED fixtures to Van Oers Fruit, one of the leading strawberry growers in the Netherlands. The project covers a total greenhouse area of 3 ha, making it one of the larger LED lighting projects within the Dutch soft fruit sector. The selected…

Spain maintains a clearly dominant role in the EU lettuce market, where it accounts for more than half of the sales within the European Union. This is the result of a report based on Eurostat data analysed by Hortoinfo, which confirms the continuity of this leadership over the last twenty years....

The Dramm Corporation has announced the retirement of Office Manager Theresa Krejcarek. As one of the company's original employees, Theresa will be honored with a celebration in May. The Dramm family is humbled by her 47 years of service and dedication. Theresa began her career at DRAMM on May 21, 1979,…

Quick follow-up to my post a few days ago on the recent study of the origin of the collard greens grown in the Moroccan oases of the Draa and Ziz valleys. Ethnobotanists Bronwen Powell and Abderrahim Ouarghidi used historical texts, linguistics, and Indigenous knowledge in their investigation,...

EY Brazil (Ernst & Young Assessoria Empresarial Ltda.) has agreed to acquire MB Agro — Consultoria e Assessoria em Agronomia Sociedade Simples, a boutique strategic consulting and market intelligence firm serving Brazil's agribusiness sector. The post EY Brazil Acquires MB Agro to Strengthen...

Aplantex closed a $5 million bridge financing round in 2025, exceeding its original target, with François Ravenelle as lead investor and Investissement Québec as a principal backer through its Impulsion Fund. The post Aplantex Closes $5 Million Bridge Round to Accelerate Shift to...

Loop Chemicals licensed a chemical looping ammonia technology from Sandia National Laboratories, co-developed with Arizona State University, for commercial deployment through distributed manufacturing. The post Loop Chemicals Licenses Sandia National Laboratories Technology to Localize Ammonia...

Avangrid deployed over 5,000 sheep across 4 solar sites — three in Oregon and one in Washington — to manage vegetation naturally this spring. The post Avangrid Brings Thousands of Sheep Back to Solar Sites in Oregon and Washington for Vegetation Management appeared first on iGrow News.

AdvanSix awarded a $12 million USDA grant under the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program to boost domestic fertilizer production. The post AdvanSix Explores Diesel Exhaust Fluid Manufacturing Expansion at Its Integrated Virginia Ammonia Site appeared first on iGrow News.

Nothing against the Golden State, but there aren’t many things that make me want to pack up my things and move to California. (I’m an East Coaster, through and through.) But I have to admit that costume designer Gordana Golubovic’s luxe, secluded LA backyard has me questioning my pool-less life....

Over a career of many decades, George Schaller laid the groundwork for the field of conservation biology, and his pioneering research likely saved numerous species from extinction. In “Homesick for a World Unknown,” Miriam Horn documents his triumphs, challenges, and setbacks in meticulous detail.

Despite wild temperature swings, the Pennsylvania heartland of horticulture puts on a riotous spring display, with many a trick worth imitating

The garden season kicks off with a showy start in this southeastern garden

California-based molecular farming startup Mozza Foods aims to launch its first dairy proteins from soybeans in late 2028 pending approval from USDA to grow the GM crop and from FDA to sell the extracted casein proteins. While early players in the animal-free dairy space fueled by sizable checks...

Two experts explain why more floriculture growers are turning to biologicals, and what barriers still remain. The post 4 Trends Shaping the Future of Biologicals appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

AgFunderNews rounds up the most important fundings, mergers, acquisitions, closures, and industry buzz in agtech and foodtech. Funding news 🇺🇸 AI grocery startup Vori raises $22 million to help independent retailers compete with Walmart and Amazon Fortune 🇬🇧 Meatly raises £10.4M to build...

This year’s nominations clearly show a shift from data collection towards actionable insight, says Egon Janssen, chairman of the jury. The post GreenTech Amsterdam Announces Innovation Award Finalists appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

AmericanHort Board of Directors Names Lionel van der Walt President and CEO Experienced Executive to Build on a Strong Foundation Serving Members and the Industry COLUMBUS, OH — May 7, 2026 — AmericanHort Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Lionel van der Walt as its new...

You may be surrounded by edible flowers without even knowing it. Dianthus, begonia, and forsythia? Edible. Forget-me-nots, yuccas, and gladiolus? Delicious. Whether you want a little something to act as a colorful garnish, or you’re serious about using flowers to add flavor to your recipes,...

(Sponsored) Farmers today face pressure from more sources than ever before: consumer demands, regulatory changes, volatile markets, pest resistance and the unpredictable forces of Mother Nature. Crop protection technology has struggled to keep pace with insect control and resistance management....

At California Spring Trials 2026, the Greenhouse Grower team visited PanAmerican Seed to check out the standout Spotlight Pepper. The post Videos from CAST 2026: Spotlight Pepper at PanAmerican Seed appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Lionel Van der Walt will succeed Ken Fisher, who announced last fall his plans to depart in May 2026 after 10 years with the organization.

The first thing you'll notice is the layers of deliciously crispy shades of green. Within Rutgers University–New Brunswick's new Student Basic Needs Center, rows of bok choi, cilantro, kale, and more spread out from hydroponic shelves, fed from above with sun-mimicking LEDs and from below with…

Overbrook Catholic School students are growing and serving their own produce harvested from the OCS Beyond the Brook Farm garden beds and STEM lab hydroponic towers. Inspired by "Laudato Si,'" Pope Francis' encyclical on care for God's creation, this initiative brings sustainability to life as students…

Mushrooms have long had a place in agriculture and in delicious culinary dishes, but the attention they are getting right now feels different — pointing toward real economic potential. The University of Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture brought together a blend of chefs, researchers, farmers...

Highline Mushrooms is carrying on the tradition of Gardener Appreciation Day with a celebration of green thumbs and community spirit on May 9, just in time for Mother's Day. Highline Mushrooms was Canada's first mushroom company to be certified organic, founded by Dr. Murray O'Neil in Leamington, ON. It…

Dutch investment firm Van Thuijl Multi Family Office has taken a direct equity position in Norwegian vertical farmer Grønt fra Nord AS, marking the company's first institutional backer since completing a court-supervised restructuring earlier this year. "We are proud to announce that Van Thuijl Multi…

The Essen-based technology company vGreens has completed a financing round of approximately two million euros. The company, founded in 2022, plans to use the capital to roll out its combination of sensor technology and AI software for closed-loop plant cultivation internationally. According to the…

Around the world, scientists are working to produce crops with better tolerance to environmental stress. For example, breeders are trying to get maize to thrive in challenging soils. But this challenge has its own challenge: roots are underground and therefore hard to study. As a result, even...

Viemose DGS will be using this year's GreenTech Amsterdam as the occasion for a significant product reveal. The Danish company has announced a special event at its stand, where it will officially introduce two new configurations of its Moving Gutter System: GrønStart and GrønPro. Alongside the…

As greenhouse projects worldwide continue to scale up, growers and investors are increasingly looking for reliable partners who help them reduce risk and make confident decisions. During GreenTech Amsterdam 2026 and Rijk Zwaan's High Tech Weeks, the fruit and vegetable breeding company will be…

Looking at the current facilities of greenhouse grower Floratom, based in Hungary, it is hard to compare them to the operations of five years ago. Throughout the last lustrum, the company renewed almost 25 hectares of older greenhouses into high-tech, automated, modern facilities. Today, these…

Georgia imported fertilizers worth $13.7 million in January–March 2026, up 42.7% from the same period last year. Russia remained the main supplier. In the first quarter, imports of Russian fertilizers rose by 29% to $5.3 million (€4.9 million). The main product imported from Russia was compound…

Imported vegetables from China, Central Asia, and Turkey continued to undergo phytosanitary checks across Russian regions in April, with inspectors reporting several detections of quarantine pests and pathogens in tomatoes, peppers, and other produce. In the Amur region, laboratory specialists...

Supply disruptions to the Senegalese tomato market in 2023, caused by production issues in its main sourcing origin, Morocco, planted the seed for an ambition to reach self-sufficiency. A project was swiftly put in place by Gade Gui, of its founder, Mabouba Diagne. Eighteen months later, Gade Gui…

The Tomatoes Growers and Processors Association of Nigeria (TOPAN) has linked rising tomato prices in Nigeria to lower supply and higher transport costs. Rabiu Zuntu, Kaduna State chairman of TOPAN, said the increase followed the end of the harvest season in key tomato-producing areas in northern…

Last week, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association hosted its 2026 Convention and Trade Show, (CPMA 2026 Fresh Week) which brought together produce industry members, innovators, and attendees from around the world. The event was highly successful, attracting over 4,600 attendees. Over 700...

While the symptoms may look alarming, most tomato problems stem from a few common causes: nutrition, environmental stress, pests, diseases or herbicide exposure, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Joe Masabni, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension vegetable specialist and professor in the…

Tomato growers in Caxias do Sul have faced increased pest pressure during the 2025/26 summer season due to high temperatures and below-average rainfall, affecting crop yield potential in open-field production. According to collaborators consulted by Hortifrúti/Cepea, the main pest pressure came from the…

British Tomato Fortnight will return from 1 to 14 June 2026, focusing this year on tomatoes as a snack product. The campaign will highlight flavour, versatility, health benefits, and sustainability linked to British-grown tomatoes, while targeting increasing consumer demand for healthier snack options.…

Cannara Biotech has announced the closing of a transaction to acquire all of the shares of Medican Organic Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of BZAM Ltd., for an aggregate purchase price of $2.8 million. This acquisition completes Cannara's prior acquisition of its Valleyfield cultivation and...

Produce markets across the United States showed mixed pricing trends this week as seasonal transitions, light supplies, and active trading shaped several categories. AsparagusPeruvian asparagus imports through South Florida ports are expected to increase, with jumbo and extra-large 11-pound cartons…

Indoor growing specialists CambridgeHOK have launched a new product to the UK horticultural market which allows growers to analyse nutrient levels in their irrigation systems on site – providing lab-quality results in less than two hours. The company, which builds projects including large-scale, hi-tech…

Switzerland: Lidl announces leadership changeLidl Switzerland has appointed Michael Kunz as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Nicholas Pennanen. The leadership change will take effect in autumn 2026, the discounter added. Kunz currently serves as CEO of Lidl Austria.Source: esmmagazine.com…

At Peter Dekker Installaties (PDI) in Naaldwijk, in the Dutch greenhouse district of Westland, Bas de Goede had accumulated enough leave to effectively retire as of October 2025. Yet he chose to keep coming in, two days a week, at the company's request. "I just closed a sale," he says with a grin. In…

Venkata Kishore, VP and Head of Global Pepper and Eggplant Product Unit within Vegetables R&D at Bayer, recently visited the company's Salama, Guatemala site, a key facility in Bayer's pepper pipeline, particularly for trait introgression projects. During the visit, Kishore observed greenhouse...

Greenhouse growers asked to name the most important setpoint in their facility tend to converge on the usual suspects of temperature, humidity, light. For Joao Constantino, grower at Canna.biz, the answer is completely different. "My answer is always the same: the Radiation-Temperature Ratio, or RTR."…

The root aphid (Rhopalosiphum rufiabdominale) is causing concern among strawberry growers in Brazil, according to the National Union of the Plant Protection Products Industry (Sindiveg). The pest lives in the soil, making field identification more difficult. It feeds on root sap, affecting plant…

Michigan State University Extension has updated their insect and disease management recommendation guides. These documents are updated yearly to reflect the efficacy of pesticides as Michigan State University (MSU) Extension specialists and their nationwide colleagues perform research trials evaluating…

ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, successfully organised a "Summer Vegetables Field Day" today at its campus. The programme, themed "Strengthening Partnerships in the Vegetable Seed Sector," witnessed enthusiastic participation from representatives of seed industries, progressive…

"A new season has opened for drip irrigation, and our patented system proves to be an alternative for those looking for practicality in the field," explains Isacco Roviaro, one of the founding partners of SR Innovative, who continues: "In a short time, what began as a project to solve a...

The fruit of the cherry tomato plant is highly perishable, and conventional precooling methods are often slow and non-uniform. This can lead to an intensification of water loss, membrane injury and flavor deterioration to the fruit. Researchers recently evaluated a stepwise precooling protocol combining…

Week 19 traditionally marks the start of the summer season. At Robert van Ooijen of Groenten en Fruit import van Ooijen, who buys daily for his customers at the BelOrta, REO, and Hoogstraten auctions, business is starting to pick up again. "For example, aubergines and cucumbers are available in...

When a tomato grower contacted Timon van Lemmen of Sigrow reporting blossom end rot with no obvious stress, steady irrigation, and good calcium levels, the answer didn't lie in the feed schedule. It lay in what happened on a cold, clear spring night several days earlier. The sequence is straightforward…

The International Peatland Conference 2026 will take place in Ireland from 8–11 June 2026, based in the Irish Midlands across Offaly, Westmeath, and Kildare. Hosted by the Irish Peatland Society (IrPS), this field-based international event will bring together global experts, policymakers, practitioners,…

According to the National Bureau of Statistics, wholesale producer prices for agricultural products from large farms of 50 hectares or more declined by 4.7% in January-March 2026 compared with the same period in 2025. Plant product prices decreased by an average of 9.1% during the period. Among produce…

An occasional series highlighting the life and work of members of our vibrant global community of horticultural scientists. Sadat Amankona, winner of the ISHS Young Minds Award for the best poster presentation at the XIV International Controlled and Modified Atmosphere Research Conference, works...

Looking lovely in the garden this week, is the popular Asian garden fern, Dryopteris erythrosora ‘Brilliance’. This Casa Flora introduction is slightly shorter than the typical species, with new fronds that are more colorful. We remove the old fronds of autumn fern, in very early spring, so they...

Remember that “A comprehensive analysis of the operations of the Multilateral System – Insights and key figures 2025” that we trailed a few months back? The official launch is on 22 May and you can follow along virtually.

Vine, a commercial and agricultural lending accelerator for banks and credit unions, has launched an AI Assistant within its platform to help lenders analyze borrower documents and prepare credit memos. The post Vine Launches AI Assistant to Streamline Agricultural and Commercial Lending...

Phibro Animal Health reported Q3 fiscal 2026 net sales of $383.5 million, up 10% year-over-year, with net income of $24.0 million (+15%) and adjusted EBITDA of $60.8 million (+11%). The post Phibro Animal Health Reports Q3 Fiscal 2026 Net Sales of $383.5M, Raises Full-Year Guidance appeared...

A major milestone for the LivingSoiLL project has been reached: all five Living Labs have successfully held their first annual demonstration and information meeting, bringing together farmers, researchers, and local stakeholders to share soil health findings and co-create solutions. The...

Maybe you are tired of mowing. Maybe you’re tired of trying to grow grass in a spot where grass just won’t grow. Maybe you want something more drought-tolerant. Or maybe you just want a change. Whatever your reason, there’s a ground cover that will fit your needs. What is a ground cover?...

Earlier this year, new guidelines were released for doctors assessing a patient’s risk for heart disease. The guidelines take a race-neutral and patient-informed approach that’s rooted in up-to-date science, one doctor writes, and offer a glimpse of a future in which health equity is the...

GBIF invites proposals from organizations that develop and maintain DNA reference libraries for taxonomic identification. Selected applicants will prepare their reference library data in formats compatible with GBIF infrastructure, enabling integration with GBIF's sequence-based search and...

GBIF invites proposals to develop high-throughput publishing workflows that facilitate the sharing and regular update of DNA-derived biodiversity data through the GBIF network. Applications from organizations that manage large DNA-derived biodiversity datasets are welcome, with funding of up to...

Guochun Shen and Jing Yang, East China Normal University in Shanghai, China, discuss their article: Shifts in above- and belowground trait dissimilarity under competition mediate the future impact of neighbors When we walk into a forest, it is easy to picture trees competing for light, water,...

As the number of people with dementia crests 1mn in the UK, gardening projects to help reduce stress, improve mood and stave off cognitive decline are blossoming

On May 1, 2026, Proven Winners hosted a preview of its newest variety offerings at its Carleton, MI, location. Here are just some of the favorites that stood out. The post Varieties That Stole the Show at the Proven Winners New Plant Preview appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Early spring doesn't need to be over-the-top to be exciting

Beyond Meat’s new sparkling beverage will hit stores in New York this summer, while its Beyond Steak filet will be introduced to select retailers later in the year, said the firm after posting another grim set of quarterly figures. The filet, made from wheat gluten and faba bean protein, is...

Perennials return year after year with none of the replanting work that comes with annuals. From easy-care classics to showstopping bloomers, the right varieties will thrive across a wide range of climates and conditions, filling borders and beds with color. Discover 17 of the best flowering...

Plants, Vol. 15, Pages 1420: Microbial Heterogeneity Regulates C, N, and P Cycling Responses to Precipitation in Casuarina equisetifolia Forests Plants doi: 10.3390/plants15101420 Authors: Linzhi Zuo Kaixiong Xing Kai Wu Ying Wang Xiaoming Wang Hang Zhang Lei Li While many environmental...

After years of implementing regenerative practices across their land, ranchers in Mexico are reaping financial rewards via Boomitra‘s Northern Mexico Grasslands Restoration Project. Carbon removal project developer Boomitra recently began payments following Verra’s February 2026 issuance of 3.03...

At California Spring Trials 2026, the Greenhouse Grower team visited American Takii for a closer look at Rudbeckia Claire Orange. The post Videos from CAST 2026: Rudbeckia Claire Orange at American Takii appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

The Lebanese and Syrian genebanks in the news. For a good reason. Wild American apples should be more in the news. And probably in genebanks. Community seed banks could be good news in fragile states. Good news for India’s banana diversity. Yes, it now has a genebank! All those genebanks need...

Growers are facing contradictory advice from lighting manufacturers about spectral tuning. You can find a dozen different lights offering various tuning capabilities, each claiming that theirs is essential for optimal growth. But growers need to consider whether any particular level of spectral...

National Garden Bureau offers plant retailers and consumers a roadmap to resilient, beautiful landscapes designed to survive worst-case scenarios. The post Fire-Resistant Varieties Worth a Closer Look appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

From The Packer: Windmill Farms CEO Greg Ogiba says a recent trip to Mushroom Days 2026 in the Netherlands highlighted a growing global challenge: As geopolitical instability and inflation squeeze household budgets, the mushroom category is feeling the pressure of shifting consumer priorities....

The next course from the 2026 Greenhouse Training Online series is "Substrates for Container-Grown Plants," beginning on June 1, 2026. The post 2026 Greenhouse Training Online Continues with “Substrates for Container-Grown Plants” appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

According to reporting from Katie Rodriguez with California Farm Bureau, farmers throughout the Golden State are bracing for a difficult water year as the state records its second-lowest April snowpack on record, with unusually warm temperatures accelerating snowmelt and reducing available...

Last year, we spoke with Gláucia Silva following the publication of her widely discussed paper exploring new ways to engage students with plants through pop culture. Her work, linking botany with cultural references, sparked conversations far beyond the plant science community, reaching...

Warm weather got you itching for new greenery? Our expert shares the dos and don’ts of plant shopping with the planet in mind• The best places to buy plants online, according to top gardenersWith spring in full swing, it’s time to go shopping for plants. While adding to or creating a garden has...

One of the most vibrant and colourful volumes available on BHL from the Museums Victoria Archives is the Economic Botany Fruit and Vegetable Specimen Register (ITM Register) created by Industrial and Technological Museum (ITM) model makers and used as a reference when producing the Wax Fruit...

More helping hands and more missions in motion are taking place at the headquarters of Levo International on Homestead Avenue in Hartford's North End. Levo International is an urban farm project that was begun by Founder and Managing Director Christian Heiden a decade ago. Heiden said, "We are really a…

Efforts to champion high-quality farming practices through the Malaysian Good Agricultural Practice (MyGAP) certification must be expanded to guarantee food safety and enhance the value of local produce. Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food Industries Minister Datuk Jamawi Jaafar said the success of Owan's…

A University of Florida study has made a key discovery in understanding a disease that for over a century has plagued the white button mushroom -- a nutrient-dense vegetable that is valued for its versatility and health benefits. As an economically important specialty crop, it is often highlighted as a…

Vertical farming is, for the time being, not suitable for every crop. We are unlikely to see lemon trees growing in a warehouse in Amsterdam any time soon, but tomatoes do not appear ready to move from greenhouse to container cultivation either. Lettuce and herbs, however, are well suited to the...

Viemose DGS will be using this year's GreenTech Amsterdam as the occasion for a significant product reveal. The Danish company has announced a special event at its stand, where it will officially introduce two new configurations of its Moving Gutter System: GrønStart and GrønPro. Alongside the…

The cheaper price of smuggled agricultural products is affecting the livelihood and income of Sabah's farmers, says state Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industries Minister Datuk Jamawi Jaafar. "We need more cooperation with security and enforcement agencies such as the Customs Department, General…

China filed 66,095 precision agriculture patents in 2024, accounting for 63% of all global filings — but only 247 were granted, a 0.4% conversion rate. The post China Leads Precision Ag Patent Filings by a Wide Margin. The Grant Rate Tells a Different Story appeared first on iGrow News.

Imported food products are increasingly competing with locally produced goods in New Zealand, with economists pointing to factors including energy costs, labour costs, seasonality, and international supply dynamics. Imported frozen vegetables and fruit juice products are among the categories currently…

A strong season is expected for the Polish soft fruit season, says Mateusz Pilch, co-founder of Polish berry cooperation BerryGroup: "In our case at BerryGroup, the harvest outlook for all berry categories is currently very positive. This year's winter conditions were highly favorable for our crops.…

Koppert has launched Timing Expert, an innovative new feature within the Koppert One app that helps growers determine the optimal timing for foliar applications of beneficial nematodes in outdoor crops. Biological crop protection is a proven strategy in sustainable agriculture. However, application…

Vertical farming is, for the time being, not suitable for every crop. We are unlikely to see lemon trees growing in a warehouse in Amsterdam any time soon, but tomatoes do not appear ready to move from greenhouse to container cultivation either. Lettuce and herbs, however, are well suited to the...

Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. announced the successful closing of its previously disclosed strategic transaction with Quality Wholesale Ltd., (Quality Horticulture), completing the sale and transfer of Eddi's Wholesale distribution operations in Canada as of April 30, 2026. Hydrofarm Holdings has…

Andre Kikoski Architecture's desert agricultural complex in Saudi Arabia received a WAN Awards 2026 Future Projects award.A network of greenhouses and vertical farm systems, the complex produces 2,500 metric tons of food annually and shows how a building can operate as infrastructure and civic…

The first tomatoes have been harvested in Dutch grower ACRES' new greenhouse in 's-Gravenzande. A 6.3-hectare greenhouse was built on Groeneweg last year. A new shed was also built, where the grower brings together the harvested tomatoes and cucumbers, as can be seen in the video below.

The 3rd Geothermal Conference 2026 kicked off on May 4, 2026, in Nairobi amid renewed calls by sector stakeholders to position geothermal as the primary energy source for industrialisation and Kenya's pursuit of stable, reliable power. Opening the conference, Principal Secretary for Energy, Mr. Alex…

CABI and SNV Ethiopia are expanding Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and biocontrol adoption through the Horti-LIFE III project, aimed at reducing pesticide reliance among smallholder horticulture growers in Ethiopia. The project, funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ethiopia,…

On May 5, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, and their daughter Leyla Aliyeva visited the 19th Azerbaijan International Agricultural Exhibition and Forum – Caspian Agro Week – and the 31st Azerbaijan International Food Industry Exhibition – InterFood…

In Belgium, the first chilies of the season were harvested in March in Tomato Masters' greenhouses. For the grower, affiliated with Tomeco, that marks a new crop addition alongside tomatoes, bell peppers, and other fruit-vegetables. The switch to chilies came at the request of Coöperatie Hoogstraten,…

The Swiss strawberry harvest began recently. During the peak harvest season from May 18 to June 14, approximately 1,000 tons per week are expected. The Schweizer Obstverband (Swiss Fruit Association) anticipates another good harvest this year, totaling 7,500 tons. The current condition of strawberry…

Ahold Delhaize announces that Claude Sarrailh, CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, will leave the companyAhold Delhaize announces that Claude Sarrailh, CEO Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, has informed the company that he will pursue a career opportunity with Esselunga S.p.A, an Italian food…

Troy Taylor has announced the start of a new chapter in his career, taking on the role of Director of Sales at Babylon Micro-Farms. "I am so proud to be continuing my career and mark on this planet with my passions for horticulture, food and mentoring colleagues while watching them succeed in their…

The global leafy greens sector continues to evolve as growers adapt to increasing climate variability, resource constraints, and market demand for consistent, high-quality produce. Hydroponic and controlled environment systems have become key tools in addressing these challenges, offering...

Australian growers are losing up to one million tonnes of fruit and vegetables before that produce ever reaches market, with losses valued at as much as $2.5 billion a year. For Francesca Goodman-Smith, director of research, development, and extension at End Food Waste Australia, that is not simply a…

European intensive agriculture is under growing pressure to improve operational efficiency without sacrificing traceability or cost control, and digitalization is the answer, particularly in production systems such as soft fruit, where labor, logistics, and agronomic management are closely intertwined.…

New strawberry varieties and warm weather conditions contributed to an early start for California's strawberry season in 2026, while research continues into soil-borne disease resistance. The California Strawberry Commission projected earlier spring production and higher marketable volumes due to…

This past Friday, Diego Del Carrmen's team had the opportunity to present their Vertical Farm Enhancement project at the Northern Illinois University College of Engineering and Engineering Technology Senior Design Showcase. Their project focused on improving how a vertical farm can be monitored and…

The Vienna-based family business Weidenauer began specializing in the production of young plants three decades ago. Each year, the company produces approximately 45 million young plants across 1.8 hectares of greenhouse space. This makes it an important partner for vegetable growers and nurseries.…

A forthcoming perspective paper in Frontiers in Horticulture addresses the widespread but inconsistent use of the term "sustainable growing media" across the horticulture and greenhouse sectors. The publication, authored by an international group of researchers and industry experts including Dr...

The first harvest of Ferrari sweet peppers has been collected in the Aravan district in Kyrgyzstan and is already on sale, according to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry said the variety has a 120-day growing cycle, allowing farmers to reach the market earlier. Aravan…

On April 29-30, Guadalajara was home to a dialogue on sustainability and labor well-being as host of the 7th Symposium on Agricultural Social Responsibility. The event, organized by the Mexican Association of Protected Horticulture (AMHPAC) and the International Fruit and Vegetable Alliance for the…

As greenhouse projects worldwide continue to scale up, growers and investors are increasingly looking for reliable partners who help them reduce risk and make confident decisions. During GreenTech Amsterdam 2026 and its High Tech Weeks, fruit and vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan demonstrates how…

The Scottish strawberry season at Angus Soft Fruit got underway on 7th April at Barnsmuir Farm in St. Andrews. The season is a few days to around a week behind last year. The company grows strawberries over 420 hectares in the UK. "Last season was particularly early, and while this year is slightly…

Bosch Growers grows bell peppers and soft fruits (blackberries and strawberries) across operations in the Netherlands and the United States. In daily cultivation, reliable data plays a central role in understanding greenhouse conditions and enabling timely decisions. For Erwin de Bruijn, Cultivation…

After a winter of imports from Spain and Italy, it is finally the Irish season again at Allfresh Wholesale. Barra Sweetnam, owner of the company, prides himself on supplying Irish produce as long as it is available. "We always strive to be first with the courgette flowers, and we have done it again this…

A Lahore-based agritech startup is making waves in Pakistan's agricultural sector by pioneering the country's first aeroponic farm. Spurt Nova has developed advanced indoor vertical farming systems designed to produce more food using significantly less water and space than conventional agriculture. The…

A North American perennial selection that’s put on quite a show this spring is Hans Hansen’s dwarf Amsonia hubrichtii ‘String Theory’. Not only is this amazing blue star introduction more compact, but the floral show is nothing short of outstanding. Here it is in our garden, growing beside...

How did collards get to remote oases on the edge of the Sahara? That’s what ethnobotanists Bronwen Powell and Abderrahim Ouarghidi have been looking into for like 20 years now, and it’s a fascinating story. Which you can read about in detail in their paper in Economic Botany. They also present...

[Disclosure: AgFunderNews’ parent company is AgFunder.] The security of the global food system is top of mind in 2026 as environmental and geopolitical pressures on supply chains intensify. These pressures aren’t new, but they are accelerating faster than conventional approaches to growing,...

Corteva (NYSE: CTVA) has officially named its advanced seed and genetics spinoff Vylor, Inc., with the planned separation expected in Q4 2026. The post Vylor: Corteva Names Its Advanced Seed and Genetics Spinoff Ahead of Q4 2026 Separation appeared first on iGrow News.

Pacific Hybreed closed a $1M funding round with participation from Hawaiʻi Angels and Blue Startups to expand commercial-scale hatchery ops. The post Pacific Hybreed Closes $1 Million Round to Scale Hybrid Oyster Seed Production appeared first on iGrow News.

Skyview Ventures and HiveTracks are expanding their biodiversity intelligence partnership to additional solar sites in 2026, following a successful 2025 rollout across eight projects in New York, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Connecticut. The post Skyview Ventures Expands Data-Driven Beekeeping...

This essay is excerpted and adapted from The Gardener’s Mindset: Connecting with Nature Through Plants by Stephen Orr, out now from Clarkson Potter. All images courtesy of Stephen Orr. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the more subdued charms of a shade garden. The woodland-loving plants...

New courses include Plant Growth Regulators by Garrett Owen (The Ohio State University) and Cuttings and Stock Plant Management by Jim Faust (Clemson University) and Dr. John Dole (North Carolina State University).

The 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo brings back its Innovation Award for a second year, continuing to highlight new ideas and innovations in agriculture. If your new product or service is innovative, time-saving, labor-saving, or will change the agricultural world, enter it in the Sunbelt Ag Expo’s Top-10...

While the Trump administration is directing hundreds of millions of dollars to coal projects, miners in Appalachia are suffering from a resurgence of black lung disease. But industry pushback is delaying federal rules that would reduce miners’ exposure to deadly silica dust.

When the weather takes a turn for the better, spring flourishes in this midwestern garden

A federal judge in Wisconsin has dismissed a high-profile lawsuit filed by Onego Bio against The EVERY Company, ruling that the court lacks personal jurisdiction over EVERY, noting that neither party is incorporated in the state or (yet) has a place of business there. However, parallel...

Plants, Vol. 15, Pages 1412: Effects of Organic Amendments Combined with Mineral Fertilizer on Soil Properties and Crop Yield in a Maize–Soybean Rotation System on Meadow Albic Soil Plants doi: 10.3390/plants15091412 Authors: Yubo Sun Qu Chen Hao Li Yuzhe Wu Da Song Lining Dou Meng Hou Shoukun...

Biosphere—a California-based startup developing UV-sterilized bioreactors it claims can slash biomanufacturing costs—has won a grant from the US Dept of Defense (DoD) awarding $9 million over 3.5 years to fund the development of portable bioreactors producing protein via gas fermentation. The...

Top 100 growers have shared where their technology interest is headed and what they believe is still missing. The post What Growers Want from Greenhouse Technology appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

If you’re in need of a quick-growing ground cover that tolerates shade, salt, heat, cold, and drought, consider Asiatic jasmine, the easy-to-grow, low-maintenance import from Japan and Korea that quickly develops a thick carpet of cover, filling in your garden’s most problematic and frustrating...

Chris Berg joins Eason as Director of Marketing and Foremost adds Alice Tomasello as East Coast Territory Manager. The post Eason Horticultural Resources and Foremost Add New Faces to Their Teams appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Chris Berg joins EHR as Director of Marketing and Foremost adds Alice Tomasello as East Coast Territory Manager. The post EHR and Foremost Add New Faces to Their Marketing and Sales Teams appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

At the heart of Brazil lies the Cerrado, the largest savanna in South America and the most species-rich savanna in the world. But why does a vast savanna exist in a country famous for its lush forests? The answer comes down to two powerful ecological forces: drought and fire.The Cerrado has a...

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Here, lettuce doesn't grow in soil but on shelves. Level by level, under LED light, controlled by sensors and algorithms. At the facilities of Infinite Acres, a Dutch‑American subsidiary of the vertical farming company 80 Acres Farms, agriculture becomes an engineering project: Biology, climate…

"We are proud to present a new and unique product that does not yet exist anywhere in the world. We are experimenting with a vertical farm featuring a thermodynamic system that I would describe as the 'Egg of Columbus' for solving the heat issue." With these words, Nicola Contrisciani outlined the…

Today CityEd is taking viewers on a tour of London's largest Vertical Farm in Canada Water. They grow a huge range of crops here, all indoors under artificial light to produce crops year-round with no pesticides or weather/climate risk. All locally-grown produce is provided directly to the Food Hall…

A 12-day training programme on 'Sustainable Horticulture and Agrifood Systems' is under way for the inmates of the Open Prison and Correctional Home at Nettukaltheri in Thiruvananthapuram district. The programme is conducted by the ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI), Sreekariyam.…

After warning of a possible shutdown for months, an indoor agriculture company operating in Pittsylvania County has canceled the prospect of a mass layoff and now says it will be a "stronger, more stable business." Between December and late March, the company, AeroFarms, sent multiple notices to...

A school corridor might not seem like a place for farming, but at Bukit View Primary School, unused space has been transformed into rows of thriving leafy greens. The vegetables and herbs – including romaine lettuce and thyme – grown in a vertical garden, can be harvested every three weeks. Such…

Inside the Greater Chicago Food Depository is a new garden of sorts. Fragrant herbs are sprouting from four high-tech hydroponic units. "We grow what the kitchen generally requests," said Mick O'Donnell, the food bank's hydroponic specialist. "Right now, basil and dill are a seasonal product. Over the…

I remember a few decades back, when my torso looked exactly like the foliage of Podophyllum ‘Spotty Dotty’, during a somewhat unpleasant bout of shingles. Fortunately, there is nothing but joy, that comes from growing this equally patterned mayapple, that’s looking great in the garden now. For...

Melinda Knuth examines how growers can better communicate the benefits and value of sustainability practices to consumers. The post How to Deliver Environmental Sustainability Messaging to Plant Consumers appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Modiform BV and Van Tuijl Haaften BV have reached an agreement on the acquisition of a substantial part of Thomsen's production assets. This step ensures the future continuity of the supply of Thomsen injection-moulded pots. Previously, Modiform announced that its management and shareholders had decided…

"I have been farming since I was a child; a generational craft I learned from my father," says grower Essam. But in a region where water is increasingly scarce and the climate is unpredictable, Essam, from Al Mawaset district in Taiz, knew that tradition alone was no longer enough to sustain his family.…

Global transport company AP Moller - Maersk has increased some freight charges by 27 per cent in response to rising energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict. The company stated that developments affecting the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 20 per cent of global fuel supply passes, are…

GreenTech Amsterdam is pleased to announce that 9 of the 37 submissions have been nominated across three categories: Innovation, Concept, and new this year, Impact, for the GreenTech Innovation Awards 2026. According to the jury, the focus is shifting from data collection to actionable insights.…

Consumers are increasingly choosing healthy, convenient and sustainably grown vegetables. Retailers are looking for unique concepts and consistent quality. How can growers and investors in the greenhouse sector capitalise on these trends? "At Rijk Zwaan, we share consumer trends and value-chain insights…

The suspension of Moroccan exports of certain items of fresh produce to African markets, introduced on April 13, remains in effect. Exporters are calling for a compromise, while consumer advocates welcome a decision that has brought balance to the local market. Mohamed Zemrani, president of the...

A Surrey strawberry farm says it has already sold almost 1.5 million punnets of the fruit so far this spring, citing the mild weather for the bumper crop. Tuesley Farm near Godalming says sun, warm days and cold nights have been perfect for growing the soft fruits, adding that it expects to sell a…

At last week's CPMA Convention & Trade Show, one of the activities offered to attendees was the annual retail tour. Two routes were offered–one bus took participants into Toronto itself while the other bus headed for the suburbs of Burlington/Oakville. This article gives an impression of the Toronto…

Georgia imported 7,242 tonnes of tomatoes worth $5.29 million in January–March 2026, according to official data. In the same period of 2025, imports totalled 7,522 tonnes worth $5.36 million. This means import value fell by 1.1%, while volume declined by 3.7%. At the same time, the average import price…

Eight of the country's finest young horticulturists will battle it out at Rochdale Town Hall on Saturday 16 May in the grand final of the Young Horticulturist of the Year (YHOY) Competition. They have each won through earlier regional rounds to compete for the coveted title and a £2,500 Percy Thrower…

At Interpack 2026, Poly-clip System will highlight solutions that effectively combine efficiency, scalability, and sustainability. Under the motto "The packaging company with less packaging," the South Hesse-based company demonstrates how clip-based packaging systems significantly reduce material usage…

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds strengthens its commitment to romaine growers with the launch of Renegade , a new romaine lettuce variety with high resistance to Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV). Joining Stampede, which has been reclassified from Intermediate to High INSV resistance, Renegade...

Ukraine has updated mechanisms for granting state support for horticulture, berry production, viticulture, greenhouse farming, and the construction of fruit and vegetable storage facilities. Amendments to Resolution No. 738 of 21 June 2022 were adopted on 22 April, 2026. The changes introduce mandatory…

Rejection rates of 6–12% in Australia's leafy greens sector continue to show a deeper issue than product quality itself: the absence of a shared, objective standard. Dr Sivam Krish, CEO and Founder of GoMicro, shares that with losses of up to $47,000 per rejected load, growers face ongoing...

The greenhouse technology market is booming. UV-C robots, autonomous platforms, scouting systems, and other data-driven crop protection tools are arriving quickly. "While many show genuine promise, growers face a major challenge: determining which solutions truly fit their crop, greenhouse layout,…

In the Turkestan region of Kazakhstan, a large-scale greenhouse complex is scheduled to begin operations in August 2026. The project value is 42 billion tenge (approximately €77 million). Project Ecoculture-Eurasia is being implemented in the Keles district and, according to the regional administration,…

Singapore: Grab reports first quarter 2026 resultsGrab reported: "Q1 2026 revenue grew 24% year-over-year to $955mln. Q1 2026 on-demand GMV grew 24% year-over-year to $6.1bln. Q1 2026 profit for the period of $120mln".Source: grab.com Okay City opens its 25th store in Belgium, in the heart of…

Production uniformity in greenhouse and nursery systems is often attributed to substrate performance rather than to environmental control alone. Physical consistency in growing media affects water retention curves, aeration, and root-zone stability, thereby shaping predictable crop outcomes. As...

Salicylic acid, the active molecule in aspirin and some acne medications, is a hormone in plants that is essential for immunity, but it's a double-edged sword: too much can cause autoimmunity and stunt growth. In a new study published April 20 in Nature Communications, University of California, Davis,…

Dutch Lion has completed part of its validation project with Vertify at the World Horti Center, based on crop and energy data collected over several months. This part of the project focused specifically on lighting. The key result: by using free sunlight as the primary light source and adding targeted…

Mastronardi Produce®, a pioneer in the greenhouse industry and the company behind the Sunset® brand, has been honored with the CPMA Packaging Innovation Award at the 2026 Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Tradeshow for the Sunset Tomato Branch™, a first-of-its-kind triangular…

Driscoll's announced two leadership appointments to support CEO Soren Bjorn's long-term strategy to scale the company's business model globally, applying the same approach used in the United States to other markets. Wyard Stomp has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, a newly created role, while…

"We are proud to present a new and unique product that does not yet exist anywhere in the world. We are experimenting with a vertical farm featuring a thermodynamic system that I would describe as the 'Egg of Columbus' for solving the heat issue." With these words, Nicola Contrisciani outlined the…

Sri Lanka has launched a US$1.4 million (AUD 2 million) recovery program targeting vegetable production systems in Nuwara Eliya and Badulla following cyclone-related damage in November 2025. The project is supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the Government of…

Ethiopian Airlines has increased freight tariffs by 20 per cent on perishable exports, reflecting higher fuel, insurance, and operational costs. The revised pricing, effective April 2026, applies to goods under Price Class PEF, affecting horticultural exports reliant on air freight to markets in Europe…

A plant best known as an ecological problem may offer a new tool for healthier soils and more resilient crops. A study published in Biochar reports that biochar made from Solidago canadensis L., an invasive plant in southern China, can be modified with silicon to suppress bacterial wilt, improve soil…

Prospiant is celebrating its fifth anniversary, marking half a decade of delivering greenhouse structures and systems to customers across North America and beyond. Formed through the merger of three companies, Prospiant has built on a greenhouse legacy that spans more than a century. Over the...

Indian ag robotics startup Niqo Robotics is expanding its US operation beyond lettuce into a broader range of specialty crops and launching an upgraded version of its weeding robot later this year, says the firm, which is “on track for profitability for financial year 2026-27.” The...

As a cheap, easy solution for when you’re away from home for a few days, it quietly does its jobThe problem Going away for a week and leaving your plants to fend for themselves is a specific kind of anxiety. You water thoroughly before you leave, move them out of direct sunlight, group them...

SKK Holdings signs deal to acquire Rantizo drone assets at a $258.8M valuation, with concurrent $8M share purchase and $10M PIPE financing. The post SKK Holdings to Acquire Rantizo Drone Assets in $258.8M Deal, Targeting Precision Agriculture and Emergency Response appeared first on iGrow News.

Rockwell Automation launches Clock Tower Farms at its Milwaukee HQ with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms, targeting 200,000 lbs of produce annually. The post Rockwell Automation Launches Clock Tower Farms to Grow 200,000 Pounds of Produce for Wisconsin Food Pantries appeared...

Propella Group and Thailand's TISTR sign an MOU to commercialise research-stage ventures in health, cleantech, and food & agritech through a structured five-phase scale-up model. The post Propella Group and TISTR Sign MOU to Commercialise Thai Research Technologies for Global Markets appeared...

A fascinating new garden in the midst of London’s most pampered park (created by royal tastemaker, the Prince Regent, in the 1810s) has been dedicated to his descendent, Queen Elizabeth II. Built on a 2-acre site of disused glasshouses in the Regent’s Park, the mainly xeric planting plan was...

Proponents view the markets as valuable sources of information, as useful as professional polls and financial market trends. Critics, however, have observed prediction markets’ inconsistencies, and they worry about the markets skirting gambling and trading regulations.

Feixue Yu, Inner Mongolia University, discusses her article: Nitrogen addition weakens drought-driven coupling between plant, arthropod, and soil nematode functional groups The concurrent increase in drought and atmospheric nitrogen deposition has profoundly impacted multitrophic biodiversity...

With (a lot of) tender love and care, an old garden is revitalized and reimagined

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: Senate Bill Aims to Strengthen USDA Support for Urban and Innovative Farmers Washington, DC, May 4, 2026 – Late last week, Senators John Fetterman...

The Perennial Plant Association’s New to Market Forum will return for the 2026 PPA National Symposium, taking place […] The post New to Market Forum Returns for the 2026 PPA National Symposium appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

The legal battle over access to the fat substitute EPG intensified this week as David Protein urged a court in New York to toss a third amended complaint from a trio of food companies accusing it of anticompetitive behavior. The dispute highlights how access to specialized ingredients can make...

Black currants are one of the garden's most rewarding fruiting shrubs. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, the berries are outstanding for jams, juices, and preserves. With cultivars suited to a range of climates and conditions, there's a variety for nearly every garden. Learn how to grow black...

TerraBlaster—a startup using tech first deployed on the Mars rover to determine levels of key nutrients in the soil—has moved from concept to field-validated prototype, with commercial launch targeted by the end of 2026. Led by agtech industry OG Jorge Heraud, TerraBlaster uses laser-induced...

The company is marking this milestone with continued commitment to customers, partners, and the future of controlled environment agriculture. The post Prospiant Celebrating Five Years of Partnering With Greenhouse Growers appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 passed April 30 with a final vote of 224-200. Now, all eyes shift to the U.S. Senate.

Snails are among the most persistent and problematic pests in vegetable crops, capable of causing considerable damage and forcing farmers to rely on chemical pesticides that often contaminate soil and affect non-target organisms. Yet an unexpected group of plants may offer a more sustainable...

The companies invited to participate in this roundtable discussion are likely familiar to you already, but it’s worth a brief introduction to set the stage: Hamilton, Ohio-based 80 Acres Farms operates a network of large vertical farms producing leafy greens, microgreens, and herbs for national...

American Floral Endowment’s next Grow Pro webinar covers effective smart water and irrigation strategies in floriculture. The post Learning Opportunity: Smart Water Use and Practical Irrigation Strategies appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Long Khanh Kinoko I.E Co., Ltd. has invested tens of billions of VND in building a large-scale production facility for enoki and king oyster mushrooms in Bao Vinh ward, Dong Nai province, applying advanced Japanese technology. The company is also a pioneer in using robots to replace human labor, thereby…

The collapse of a vertical farm in the attic of a residential building has jeopardized the safety of urban agriculture infrastructure. The installation, designed for high-rise cultivation, collapsed, causing a massive flood in the lower floors. The failure was not instantaneous but the result of a…

While the United States maintains its status as a global agricultural powerhouse, with massive conglomerates moving immense quantities of produce daily, the COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant vulnerabilities. Supply chain disruptions led to widespread waste, quality declines, and food...

As the global food system faces mounting pressure from extreme weather, water scarcity and increasingly fragile supply chains, South African agri-tech company InvertiGro is making the case for a fundamental rethink of how fresh produce is grown. The company describes its approach as "climate-proof…

"You are what you eat" isn't just a saying for Don DiLillo — it's the foundation of his business. The founder Lillo Farm in Huntington is focused on bringing microgreens, sprouts and other "living foods" to a wider audience, pitching them as a simple way to boost nutrition without overhauling an entire…

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, the largest hunger relief organization in Wisconsin, has announced the creation of Clock Tower Farms with Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation. Clock Tower Farms will combine…

John Deere acquired Sentera in May 2025 and GUSS Automation in August 2025, adding aerial imagery and autonomous spray capability respectively. The post John Deere Made Two Precision Ag Acquisitions in Three Months appeared first on iGrow News.

Kazakhstan plans to establish a high-tech centre for the production of virus-free seed potatoes in cooperation with Inner Mongolia Muland Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. The project was discussed during a meeting between Agriculture Minister Aidarbek Saparov and company CEO Wei Jinglong, according to…

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) invested $774 million into American ports to strengthen our supply chain and restore U.S. maritime dominance. The 37 projects receiving awards are at coastal seaports, Great Lakes ports, and inland river ports. "U.S. ports keep our…

Amid accelerating Free Trade Agreement (FTA) momentum and supply disruptions stemming from tensions in West Asia, India's fresh produce trade is shifting gears, says M B Naqvi, CEO and Chief Coordinator of Fresh India Show, scheduled for less than a month between 29–30 May at the CIDCO Exhibition &…

Vertical racking has become one of the dominant cultivation formats in the North American cannabis industry, and the lighting infrastructure around it has not always kept pace. JumpLights, which has been in the over under canopy lighting spaces since 2020, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the…

Horticultural businesses are calling on the government to "stop the squeeze on growth" as rising employment taxes, energy bills and input costs push firms into declining profitability despite continued sales. The Horticultural Trades Association's (HTA) latest quarterly Business Barometer shows…

In the heart of Santorini, a small family farm is quietly transforming the island's fine dining scene. Kissiras Santorini Microgreens, run by brothers Marios and Michalis Fytros, has become one of the most respected local producers, supplying fresh microgreens, edible flowers, and specialty...

Sweet Melissa's, a popular salad eatery that started in Boardman in 2017, has since expanded to Columbiana and Howland, is raving about their lettuce. Melissa Poland, the owner of the local franchise, says they've been working with a local farm in Sharon to get the key vegetable, aquaponic lettuce.…

Patatas Meléndez has launched the new potato campaign in Spain through a greenhouse growing project in the municipality of Aznalcázar, Seville, bringing national supply forward by three weeks compared to the traditional calendar while improving water efficiency and significantly reducing CO₂ emissions…

Seipasa, a Spanish company specialized in the development, formulation, and manufacture of bioinsecticides, biofungicides, bioherbicides, biostimulants, and nutritional solutions for agriculture, has obtained European registration for Kynetic4®. The certification, granted under Regulation (EU)...

Last week, REO officially opened the strawberry season. For the occasion, affiliated strawberry growers were invited to Geert Neerinck's farm in Ingelmunster, where they were introduced to the new direction at the start of the season. "Strawberries are becoming an increasingly important product in our…

Van Vugt Kruiden has acquired a three-hectare horticultural site located on the same street as its main location in Ridderkerk. With this expansion, the family business is strengthening not only its cultivation base but also its position in offering locally grown herbs. It also represents an important…

Leading twist tie and automation manufacturer Bedford Industries today announced the acquisition of Tach-It, a leading provider of "Entry Level Automation" solutions. The acquisition will expand Bedford's automation portfolio to best serve customers seeking reliable, cost-effective solutions for…

Foundation Degree and BSc (Hons) Horticulture students from the College of Food, Agriculture and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) recently completed a study tour to France. The tour was focused around Nantes and Angers in the Loire Valley region. The visit provided first-hand experience of ornamental...

Tomato farmers in Asante Akyem Agogo in Ghana's Ashanti Region are calling on consumers to purchase directly from farms as they face a seasonal oversupply. Farmers report that high production volumes this season have resulted in excess supply, with part of the crop at risk of loss due to limited market…

Groupe Casino unveils new brand identity in FranceCasino Group has inaugurated its new visual identity with the launch of two renovated stores in Saint-Étienne and Feurs in France. According to the company, the new stores were designed to meet the demands of modern urban consumers, focusing on fresh…

Vegetable availability in the United States continues to rely on imports for selected products, with overall dependence varying by category. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, imports accounted for around one-third of total U.S. vegetable availability in 2025, with higher reliance…

US based seasonal workforce provider másLabor has expanded into Europe with the launch of másLabor Iberia in Spain. This strategic move marks the company's first European venture and a significant milestone in its global growth strategy. The expansion follows the 2025 launch of másMX, which rapidly…

Snacking has become a core eating occasion for Australian consumers. Fresh fruit, vegetables, and nuts remain established snack options, but competition from packaged snacks is increasing. Insights from Hort IQ, based on NielsenIQ Homescan data, indicate that performance in the snack category is…

Alumat Zeeman will continue under the name Alumat Parts. The company is now primarily focusing on the international sales of high-quality greenhouse construction components through its webshop. With a wide and diverse assortment, Alumat Parts makes ordering parts faster and easier for professionals…

Just outside of Baker, Montana, a sixth-generation ranching family is growing something most people would never expect to find in the state: citrus. Todd and Molly Barkley run Barkley Ranch, located about 15 miles southwest of Baker, which has been in the family since 1922. In 2021, they constructed a…

In terms of cultivation, the outlook for this asparagus season is positive. "We have ample personnel and are consistently up to date. We are also harvesting a lot of Class I," says asparagus grower Walter Gubbels of Helvoirt asparagus farm Gubbels. However, asparagus sales are currently under pressure.…

Greenhouse growers of tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers face challenges at the end of the season when plastic twines become entangled with plant material and cannot be easily separated. These materials must be transported for incineration, which adds cost. Disposal costs are expected to increase as…

Michelin chef Dan Barber's U.S. startup Row 7 has launched a line of canned 'designer' vegetables. These will not be placed alongside traditional canned goods, but rather with fresh vegetables. The introduction recently took place at Whole Foods Market stores in the northeastern United States and…

Global fertilizer markets continue to face mounting pressure amid ongoing geopolitical instability, with industry players warning of a rapidly deteriorating situation following the outbreak of war in the Middle East. "The situation has been concerning since the start of the war in the Middle East.…

Indian-born Australian scientist Professor Zora Singh has been recognised on the world stage, receiving one of horticulture's highest international honours for decades of research, innovation and teaching. The Edith Cowan University academic has been awarded the 2026 Outstanding International…

How do you drive sustainability when the largest share of your company's emissions occurs not within your own operations, but across your supply chain? That question was central to a presentation by Marissa van Adrichem, Sustainability Manager at Dutch fresh produce trading company Best Fresh Group, at…

On April 28th and 29th, the medFEL trade show once again brought professionals of the fruit and vegetable sector together at the Parc des Expositions in Perpignan. This year's event was a real success, despite uneven attendance over the two days. As soon as medFEL opened on Tuesday, the aisles...

Greek and Dutch strawberries apparently formed the bulk of the supply. Italian and Spanish loads followed in terms of volume. Although the availability of domestic loads had increased, local fruit still played only a minor role. Belgian strawberries rounded out the market. In general, the...

The Dutch greenhouse sector is working within an evolving energy context, where regulation, market volatility, and infrastructure constraints increasingly influence operational decisions. According to Tom van Houte of Dutch company Energy Department, the energy-saving obligation is a key driver of this…

Domesticated: How Cultivated Species Altered Ancient Silk Road Societies. Different stages of adopting and intensifying the use of domesticates (livestock, horses, and later crops) reshaped economies, mobility, and social organization in north-central Asia, ultimately enabling the emergence of...

Key takeaways MSU Extension updated its greenhouse pest and disease management guides for 2026 based on ongoing efficacy trials. The insect guide now includes expanded product tables and a new section on biopesticides for preventative use. Disease management guidance emphasizes fungicide...

Cattler, the platform modernizing cattle operations management, announced a $2 million funding round led by Homegrown Capital, with follow-on participation from Grit Road Partners and additional AgTech investors. The post Cattler Raises $2 Million Led by Homegrown Capital to Scale AI-Powered...

H.A.R.V.E.S.T. AgTech announced the selection of its inaugural cohort of 7 startups working to advance biological solutions for agriculture. The post H.A.R.V.E.S.T. AgTech Announces Inaugural Seven-Startup Cohort Focused on Biological Agriculture Solutions appeared first on iGrow News.

The Haitian Development Network Foundation unveils a precision agriculture initiative to modernize Haitian farming using modern technologies. The post Haiti’s Development Network Foundation Launches Precision Agriculture Initiative to Transform Farming Productivity appeared first on iGrow News.