A new book explores 900 years of forests and their history and culture — from Finland to Siberia to war-torn Ukraine

April sees the much-anticipated public opening of Field Nursery, from the millennial Mary Keen describes as a “walking plant encyclopedia” and “an artist as well as a gardener”

Looking back at previous years’ color bides some time until spring finally wakens

Virtual fencing company Halter grabbed the agtech industry’s attention this week with a $220 million Series E raise led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund that doubled the New Zealand-based startup’s valuation to $2 billion in less than a year. The valuation is significant at a time when global...

AgFunderNews rounds up the most important fundings, mergers, acquisitions, closures, and industry buzz in agtech and foodtech. Funding news 🇮🇳 Indian food delivery startup Swish secures $38m series B Tech in Asia 🇮🇳 AgriM series B funding: raises $17.3m for marketplace growth Focus Agritech 🇨🇦...

Were the conflict in the Persian Gulf to end tomorrow, global food prices could rise 12-18% above pre-crisis levels by the end of 2026, says one startup deploying AI to help procurement managers assess risk and plan accordingly. And they will get even higher in the first half of 2027, predicts...

Here are five plant varieties and series from Sakata, Dümmen Orange, and Kientzler that caught my eye on our second day of CAST 2026. The post Dr. A’s Favorites From California Spring Trials 2026, Day 2 appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

(A) Rhubarb collection in bloom at the Arctic and Subarctic Plant Gene Bank, Palmer, AK, USA, in 2009. (B) Rhubarb collection at the Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center, University of Alaska Fairbanks, in Palmer, AK, USA, in Jun 2022. Pullman, Washington: A group of researchers from...

The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC), in partnership with Impact Justice and AmplifiedAg, will launch the nation’s first vertical farm inside a prison, located within the Camille Graham women’s facility in Columbia, SC. This move will follow in the footsteps of other countries...

Protecting against more than 26 diseases, Pillar® SC Intrinsic® can be incorporated into production ornamental programs with ease. The post BASF Pillar SC Intrinsic Fungicide Now Available in California appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

I like to browse iNaturalist and see what people are finding, but sometimes I wonder what I could find. What’s visible near me? If you’ve ever wondered the same, we have a tool that might be of help.Hot Botany Near You, is a tool to find out what people are observing and recording on iNaturalist...

Nordetect has launched the Nordetect Analytics Platform, a standalone cloud-based analytics software for greenhouse and vertical farm operations, built around what its co-founder says is a persistent industry workflow challenge: nutrient data locked in PDF lab reports and managed manually in…

Founded in 2020 by chemist Aidan Brierley and electronic engineer Greg Short, Newcastle-based Fyto began by growing herbs and vegetables at Hoults Yard in Byker, supplying local restaurants and building modular growing systems for others to use.That chapter has since closed. After shutting down the grow…

Chinese astronauts are now able to reap a bountiful in-space harvest high above the Earth almost ten years on from 'planting' the very first lettuce in-orbit with these advances not only delivering pivotal scientific breakthroughs but also paving the way for future long-term human space habitation. The…

Maggie and Lindsey visit FoodChain, a nonprofit that transformed a former bread factory into Kentucky's first indoor aquaponics farm, a 7,000‑gallon system growing tilapia, marine shrimp, and salad greens year‑round. Along the way, Kentucky Educational Television breaks down how the closed‑loop...

Vertical farming businesses blossomed a decade ago, promising an abundant, cleaner source of fruits and vegetables. Today, most of those startups have withered. Constructed in opaque buildings like warehouses, vertical farms resemble sterile manufacturing facilities more than farms. Crops are grown in…

While the Corporate Area pulses with the rhythms of commerce and traffic, a quiet revolution in urban farming is unfolding in the backyard of a Havendale home. Managing Partner and Operations Director of Jamaica Tower Farms, Kerrie-Anne Gray, together with her partner, John Mark Clayton, are…

Growtainers has announced the completion and delivery of a state-of-the-art multi-unit Growtainer facility designed and built for one of the world's largest privately held food and agribusiness companies. The new facility will serve as an advanced platform for plant tissue culture and micropropagation,…

Yeongyang-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, has been selected as the nation's first "forest smart farm demonstration complex," leading the high-tech forestry industry. Gyeongsangbuk-do Province announced on the 25th that Yeongyang-gun was finally selected in the "Project to Create a Forest Smart Farm Demonstration…

A team of researchers at Virginia Tech is looking to gather insights that will help shape future research and development efforts. The post Take This Greenhouse Industry Research Needs Assessment Survey appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

There are probably few people who have thought more about what it means to be an academic ecologist than Jeremy Fox, Professor of Ecology at the University of Calgary in Canada. The Dynamic Ecology blog that he founded, and to which he makes most of the contributions, has long been a source of...

South Korea this month became the latest country to unveil new plans around integrating AI into agriculture, joining recent national initiatives from India, the UAE, Saudi Arabia to help farmers navigate climate change, the impacts of war, trade tensions, and unpredictable supply chains. South...

Finland's cucumber market continues to expand, with consumption and production reaching new levels while supply remains largely domestic. Cucumber production reached 56 million kilos last year, an increase of 2 million kilos compared to the previous year. On average, consumption is estimated at 10 kilos…

The North American produce market is currently characterised by mixed movements in supply and pricing, with several categories showing firm prices due to limited availability, while others remain stable. AsparagusVolumes from Mexico through Calexico and San Luis are expected to increase ahead of Easter…

The United States has launched an antidumping investigation into Mexican strawberry exports, increasing pressure on producers and exporters and raising the possibility of new tariff measures. The investigation began in early 2026, when the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. International Trade…

Ravenwood Packaging has partnered with Troya Alimentos for Aztec Fruits to introduce a linerless, tray-based packaging format for fresh produce in Mexico. The system replaces plastic nets and traditional labels with carton trays combined with linerless labels, using Ravenwood's Nobac applicator within…

As part of the Hort Innovation Growing horticulture through protected cropping innovation program, Apex Greenhouses is hosting a one-day Priva training event featuring two introductory courses in Priva computerised greenhouse management systems. Scheduled for 17 April 2026 at the Apex Greenhouses…

As greenhouse production continues to expand worldwide, growers increasingly rely on horticultural consultancy to achieve stable yields, consistent quality, and efficient operations. In Japan, Zebra Greens partnered with Cultivators' experts to support the development and optimization of their...

The weather in northern Morocco has stabilized after several episodes of strong winds, cold spells, and storms. Temperatures are conducive to better blueberry yields, and the long-delayed peak harvest is expected in the first week of April, according to Zouhir Disouria, CEO of Global First...

Early vegetable growers in the Souss Massa region, particularly around Agadir, are still struggling to recover from the storm in late February that caused widespread destruction of greenhouses. In the pepper industry, this has led to a significant shortfall in supply and difficulties in meeting export…

An investor from China is set to construct a greenhouse complex in the Orsha district of the Vitebsk region. The project details, including financing sources and construction timelines, were discussed during a meeting with the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee. The facility will be located within the…

If you are interested in what's happening in the Mexican greenhouse market, new technologies available in the country, improving your cultivation with knowledge or tools, or simply catching up with growers and industry representatives, today is your final day to visit GreenTech Americas, taking place…

UK: McCain launches 'Mr Chippy' van serving ice cream covered chipsFrozen food manufacturer McCain has announced the launch of a limited edition ice cream van serving french fries dipped in soft serve ice cream. This comes after research from McCain revealed that one in four Brits (24.8%) would be open…

On March 23, 2026, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) published a proposed rule to update the National Organic Program's (NOP) National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances. The proposal would permit the use of synthetic carbon dioxide in organic crop production under specific...

Daniel Parson says participating in the Oxford College Organic Farm's community supported agriculture (CSA) program is "like having your own personal shopper." Every Thursday, starting April 23, a team of dedicated Oxford farmers will pack boxes of fresh produce for CSA subscribers to pick up and…

Nestled on a 3-acre plot in Petaluma, California, Bounty Farm is a community-driven agricultural project that has been providing fresh, healthy food to food-insecure residents since 2006. The farm operates vegetable fields, a chicken coop, a small orchard, a hothouse, and runs nutrition incentive…

LuLu Group International has arranged air shipments to transport fresh produce from India to Gulf markets, following disruptions to maritime and air logistics linked to the Iran and Israel-U.S. conflict. The group, led by M.A. Yusuff Ali, operates a retail network with reported revenue of US$7.3...

Students of José Martí Technical High School in St. Catherine are now learning the science and technology behind modern agriculture alongside traditional planting and harvesting methods. At the heart of this change is a smart greenhouse, a pilot initiative that is altering how agriculture is taught in…

CN Seeds, the UK-based, family-run seed and plant breeding company, is marking a milestone this week with the opening of its new offices in the United States. This expansion reflects the company's continued growth and its commitment to delivering exceptional seed quality and customer service worldwide.…

The supply of cucumbers is tighter than normal for this time of the year. "This is mainly due to a slower and more disrupted seasonal transition," says Tony Incaviglia of GR Fresh. "A January freeze in Florida delayed early production, and spring volumes there have been slow to recover." Meanwhile,…

Most greenhouse lighting systems are losing yield to failures no one can see, and leaving energy savings uncaptured every day. Netvion adds an intelligence layer to the LED drivers already installed in your greenhouse — no new hardware, no rip-and-replace. A driver runs at 60% of rated output for eleven…

The pepper season for the Cooperativa Agricola San Tommaso di Licata, located in the Sicilian province of Agrigento, is ending earlier than usual. "We typically work with this crop for ten months out of the year, from mid-August to May of the following year. This year, however, we will finish within the…

The fruit category has been outperforming vegetables for a number of years, both in volume and dollar sales. "Since both segments were growing, we didn't think all that much of it," says Anne-Marie Roerink with 210 Analytics. However, at the start of 2025, fruit gains started to accelerate whereas…

Limpopo pepper growers are taking advantage of a break in the rain to move produce to market. At the Johannesburg municipal market, pepper volumes have tripled over the past week. "A significant influx came in yesterday and this morning as farmers finally had a window to harvest and transport," says…

Agriculture is entering a new era in which understanding plants is as crucial as nurturing them. In this context, Plant Primers have emerged as a highly disruptive innovation in modern agricultural biotechnology. These systems are designed to prepare plants ahead of environmental challenges, acting…

Belgian zoo and botanical park Pairi Daiza, located in Brugelette in the Walloon region of Belgium, has expanded with Edenya, a new ecologically designed tropical world featuring waterfalls, rivers, exotic animals, and rare plants. Guinness World Records has officially recognised Edenya as the largest…

With a sunny spell in recent weeks, the new strawberry season has started cautiously at Kwekerij Demedts - De Mey. At Benoit Demedts' nursery, the first picking has already taken place, although volumes remain limited for now. From the beginning of next week, production will increase further, with a…

"This time, I just sat at the table as a guest. That makes a nice change," says Rick Gitzels with a laugh. Gitzels recently attended the closing event of the Hungry EcoCities project, a three-year Horizon Europe initiative that brought together artists, educational institutions, and SMEs from the food…

Following the successful installation of two new unloading lines at his operation in Someren, the Netherlands, cucumber grower Ties Verbaarschot (TVS) has opted for the same technology at two recently acquired growing sites in Wellerlooi and Helenaveen. Both locations are to be equipped with a NEXT…

We were thrilled this week, to find that one of our native wild gingers, Asarum finzelii has produced a plethora of garden seedlings this year. This species from Northeastern Alabama, was only recently described in 2020 by Alabama botanist Brian Keener, who happens to be a speaker for our 2026...

Explore Jim Kras's vision for Edible Garden: from produce to plant-based innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. The post Jim Kras on Edible Garden’s Path From Greenhouse to Ready-to-Drink appeared first on iGrow News.

2025 HARPER PRIZE SHORTLIST: For the next two weeks, we are featuring the articles shortlisted for the 2025 Harper Prize. The Harper Prize is an annual award for the best early career research paper published in Journal of Ecology. Jianguo Ma’s ‘Ammonium preference and microbial nitrification...

For several years now I have been fortunate to collaborate with colleagues in China on the ecology of plant–pollinator interactions. One of the things that makes that work so exciting is the sheer variety of landscapes in which these interactions play out. In a newly published paper led by Dr...

This is part of a series with Perfect Earth Project, a nonprofit dedicated to toxic-free, ecological gardening, on how you can be more sustainable in your landscapes at home. “I have a nightmare where I’m in the afterlife dragging around every plastic pot I ever sold—for eternity,” says Flora...

Science communication is not a side activity — it is a core part of scientific practice. At a time when academic institutions are under attack and politicians peddle misinformation, scientists must recognize that explaining and defending knowledge is as essential to the enterprise as publishing research.

The insect ag industry is littered with the corpses of startups who found out the hard way that scaling biological systems is not as easy as it looks, prompting a wave of think pieces suggesting its days are numbered. Despite the sector’s well-publicized struggles, however, its death may well...

Theresa Möller, University of Hamburg in Germany, discusses her article: Effects of habitat quality and fine-scale spatial structure on epiphytic lichen and bryophyte communities Epiphytic lichens and bryophytes inhabit one of the most heterogeneous habitats in forest ecosystems: the bark of...

A whimsical garden is fun for its residents, but even more magical when visited by curious fairy guests

Plants, Vol. 15, Pages 1011: Transcriptional Regulation of Starch Biosynthesis in Sorghum Grain by a MIKC-Type MADS-Box Transcription Factor: An In Vitro Analysis Plants doi: 10.3390/plants15071011 Authors: Junkai Zhang Zheyu Yan Anqi Sun Xiangling Gong Hanmin Ma Mingxi Huang Yuxing Lin Zhizhai...

March 25, 2026 A day trip to tiny Gruene, an hour south of Austin, has been one of my favorite excursions for as long as I’ve lived in Texas. On any given Saturday afternoon, you’ll find a band playing for tips in the old-timey dancehall. Gift and antique shops, restaurants and tasting rooms...

Taylor Farms has announced the acquisition of Equinox Growers, a leafy greens greenhouse in Louisa, Va., from Generate Capital. The CEA facility will be managed by the team of Equinox Growers while fully integrating into Taylor Farms’ product portfolio and cold-chain logistics network. The scale...

[Disclosure: AgFunderNews’ parent company AgFunder is an investor in Lumi AI.] In companies that rely on ERP systems a la Oracle or SAP, the average business user can’t simply dive into the data and extract immediate insights. That process is often long and manual, and requires data teams fluent...

Marionberries (Rubus x 'Marion') are deep purple-black berries with a sweet, tart, and earthy flavor. They grow on vigorous trailing canes that can reach up to 20 feet long and are harvested in a short window from late June through early August. Learn how to plant and grow marionberries in this...

Franco-German fermentation startup SMEY has launched Lipid Atlas—a searchable platform built on its proprietary database of 1,000+ non-GMO yeast strains—enabling customers to find oils with customized fatty acid profiles. Users in cosmetics, food, and specialty ingredients can search for yeast...

Plants are incredibly diverse, and so are botanists! In its mission to spread fascinating stories about the plant world, Botany One also introduces you to the scientists behind these great stories.Today, we have Dr Luiza Teixeira-Costa, a Brazilian botanist whose work bridges plant biology—from...

Buckeye Local Junior High School's hydroponics program has gained the attention of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, with a representative visiting the site for a closer look. Kara Johnson, education program specialist with the Office of Nutrition, met with Principal Andy Long and district…

When Area 2 Farms co-founder Oren Falkowitz talks about the future of vertical farming, he doesn't start with the technology. He starts with the farmer. The company grows certified organic produce, sold directly to local residents through weekly CSA baskets that combine leafy greens, herbs, and…

While a group of global leaders gathered at UC Merced on Friday for a private event about investments in AgTech, over a dozen farmworkers and UC Merced students protested the idea that machines could replace human workers. Protesters held signs that said "Our soil is not their science experiment," and…

Reach Within received initial funding from Irish Aid through its In-Country Micro Projects Scheme for one hydroponic technology system to train youth in food production at its drop-in centre in St. George's. The equipment comes from Fork Farms, a hydroponic technology company with several climate-smart…

In the heart of the Hilltop, what appears to be an ordinary shipping container is actually the future of urban agriculture. Inside the steel walls, the Mid-Ohio Food Collective is operating a "Freight Farm," an innovative hydroponic system designed to grow fresh produce for the neighborhood...

What will the farms of the future look like? In the fields, drones sweep across the sky in steady formation. Inside greenhouses, inspection robots glide quietly along the rows, their sensors scanning leaves and stems for signs of disease. Beneath the soil, digital probes monitor moisture and nutrients,…

GrowGeneration Corp reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, showing modest revenue growth in the quarter alongside significant improvements in profitability and cost control. Fourth quarter net sales reached $37.8 million, slightly up from $37.4…

The war in the Middle East is exerting enormous pressure on the fresh produce trade through the closure of sea and air routes, rising transportation and energy costs, and export bans. The crisis is catching up with Egyptian exporters, who "don't know which way to turn," as Abdelkader Habony, director of…

The 11th edition of AgroFood Nigeria, held from 24–26 March 2026 at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, records its highest level of international participation to date, reinforcing its role as a key platform for technology exchange and investment across West Africa's agro-industrial value chain. With 137…

Cox Farms announced that Lee Quackenbush has been named chief financial officer. Quackenbush brings more than two decades of finance leadership experience across consumer goods, retail and manufacturing, with a record of driving transformation, strengthening profitability and building...

Grodan has announced that Eric Lekkerkerk has been appointed Managing Director of Grodan, effective 1 July 2026. Eric joins Grodan from Klasmann-Deilmann, bringing over 25 years of experience in horticulture and a strong international track record. With more than 25 years of experience in the…

Commercial farmers and greenhouse operators have long struggled with plastic containers that suffocate roots, as zero permeability starves plants of air and water balance, says Jinay Gada, founder of Planteria, which aims to change this with geotextile felt-based planters made from recycled PET or rPET…

Automation, propagation, new varieties, new technologies, well-known partners, start-ups, AI tools, cultivation workshops, conference sessions, and an innovation award— all of that, and much more, could be found on the first day of GreenTech Americas. The trade show kicked off yesterday in Queretaro,…

New Zealand: ComCom's new Chief ExecutiveThe Commerce Commission has appointed Suzanne Stew, a senior public service leader with a strong background in business, as its new Chief Executive, who will start in the role on the 4th of May.Source: supermarketnews.co.nz Lidl Romania to accelerate expansion…

A greenhouse agrivoltaics trial in Greece has demonstrated that solar-tracking photovoltaic panels can generate an energy surplus while maintaining stable crop performance. Researchers at the Laboratory of Agricultural Constructions and Environmental Control (LACEC) of the University of Thessaly are…

Heliospectra has long worked with research institutions and controlled growing environments, where precise spectrum control and system reliability are essential. Multi-channel LED fixtures have been part of the Heliospectra portfolio since 2010, followed by the introduction of the helioCORE™ lighting…

A refined industry structure is being introduced to better represent New Zealand's vegetable sector, with support from HortNZ and leadership from Onions NZ, Process Vegetables NZ, TomatoesNZ, and Vegetables NZ. This new structure comes into effect on 1 April 2026 and centres on the creation of the New…

The Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association has officially convened the 10th edition of the Hortiflora Expo in Addis Ababa, bringing together key players from across the global horticulture industry. The three-day international expo has attracted a diverse mix of participants, including…

Many agricultural areas of the world are facing unprecedented climate crises characterized by aridification, extreme temperatures, and shifting rainfall patterns with prolonged dry periods. These changes threaten the resilience of many crops, ranging from fruit crops to cereals or vegetables....

Soil salinity is a critical concern in agriculture when excessive soluble salts restrict a plant's water uptake, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, hindering crop growth and reducing yields on roughly 30% of U.S. irrigated land. Caused by irrigation, poor drainage or saltwater intrusion,…

Taylor Farms has announced the acquisition of Equinox Growers, a state-of-the-art leafy greens greenhouse in Louisa, Virginia, from Generate Capital. As the leading global producer of salads and healthy fresh foods, this strategic move complements Taylor Farms' commitment to delivering an assured supply…

What should have been the company's end instead sparked its rebirth. In April 1992, a windstorm destroyed much of the Pietro Davì nursery in Lusia, which is located in the northern Italian province of Rovigo. "We had only two options: Shut down for good, or rebuild and carry on. Instead, we...

Damage to infrastructure in the Gulf is affecting fertiliser availability and pricing, with impacts on Israel's agricultural sector and production costs. Fertiliser prices in Israel have increased by 180%, linked to disruptions in global supply. The United Arab Emirates accounts for around 30% of global…

The production process in the strawberry greenhouses of Ilia has now, albeit with some delay, reached normal levels for the season. However, market developments are not progressing in a positive way. The president of the local Agricultural Cooperative Irmini, Mr. Fotis Kyriazis, states: "Our harvest has…

At the end of October 2025, BelOrta sent an area survey to all active growers to map out their cropping plans for 2026. About 8% of the growers indicated that they were stopping their operations or would no longer supply products through BelOrta. This will bring the number of active growers below 1,000…

In the Dutch province of Gelderland, a large-scale battery energy storage project has been commissioned to strengthen a collective energy hub serving local greenhouse growers. The project, known as Lingezegen BESS, is located in the municipality of Lingewaard and was brought online on 1 March. The…

Seven pilot growers participating in the Dutch programme 100% Groen Geteeld ("100% Grown Green") are making significant progress toward more sustainable cultivation. In their second season, participants achieved a 64% reduction in the use of active substances from chemical crop protection products per…

The first VersPodium session of 2026, organized by Wilma van den Oever and Maurice Wubben, brought together around twenty participants from across the Dutch greenhouse sector, including marketing consultants, energy advisors, and retail specialists. The half-day program, held in the Westland region of…

Cox Vastgoed B.V. will acquire a 5.2-hectare protected horticulture site in Sevenum, in the Dutch province of Limburg, from pepper grower Frank Bakker, effective 1 December 2026. The acquisition is part of a broader growth strategy by Cox Aardbeien, a strawberry producer based in the...

Tomato prices rose sharply at the auctions of the Federation of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives (VBT) during week 12. Although volumes are higher than in the same period last year, prices remain well above year-ago levels. Loose tomatoes fetched more than €3.00 per kilogram, while the average...

Dutch sensor specialist Aranet is expanding its range of substrate weighing systems to serve a broader range of growing methods. Following requests from growers across different crop sectors, the company has developed new variants for trays, pots, containers, growing mats, and soil-based...

In honor of Farmworker Awareness Week, Windset Farms® celebrates its farmworkers and its over 10-year partnership with the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI). For over a decade, the company has worked alongside EFI to build a more transparent, responsible, and people-first approach to greenhouse…

Sulfur plays a crucial role in plant nutrition from a biochemical perspective, especially in the synthesis of amino acids and proteins. "It is, in fact, a key element for the synthesis of fundamental compounds such as methionine, cysteine, and glutathione," Afepasa explained. "Methionine serves as a…

The Ohio Controlled Environment Agriculture Center (OHCEAC) is holding its 5th annual CEA conference “New Crops in CEA” on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. It will be held both online and in-person at the Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC) at The Ohio State University. Keynote...

Through a new partnership, Succulents Unlimited will bring the complete SlijkermanKalanchoë range to growers across North America. The post Increasing Grower Access to Kalanchoe in the U.S. appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Today, Wednesday, March 25, is the NC State University Day of Giving (DOG). A decade ago, the University accepted our gift of JLBG and Plant Delights Nursery, for long term preservation. The easy part was to preserve the 28 acres on which JLBG sits. The more difficult task was to raise funds for...

The reason for flowers is reproduction. Three major parts of a flower function to achieve this purpose. First, the gynoecium sits at the center. This is the ovule-producing portion. It’s where seeds are born. Its stigmas accept pollen produced by the second major flower part, the androecium....

Discover how school farms using hydroponic systems enhance STEM education and real-world agricultural skills. The post Container Farms for Schools: How FarmBox Foods Is Transforming STEM, Food Security, and Experiential Learning appeared first on iGrow News.

2025 HARPER PRIZE SHORTLIST: For the next two weeks, we are featuring the articles shortlisted for the 2025 Harper Prize. The Harper Prize is an annual award for the best early career research paper published in Journal of Ecology. Linus Söderquist’s ‘Population viability of the orchid...

Volta Greentech secured 18 MSEK (approximately €1.7M) in funding led by Axel Johnson Group to prepare for the European market launch of its methane-reducing feed additive. The post Volta Greentech Raises €1.7M from Axel Johnson Group for European Feed Additive Launch appeared first on iGrow News.

Cauldron Ferm has closed a $13.25 million Series A2 round led by Main Sequence Ventures, bringing total funding to $26 million The post Cauldron Ferm Raises $13.25M Series A2 to Scale Hyper-Fermentation Platform appeared first on iGrow News.

Generate Capital announced the sale of Equinox Growers, a Virginia-based high-tech greenhouse operator, to Taylor Farms, a leading North American fresh food producer. The post Equinox Growers Greenhouse Facility Sold to Taylor Farms appeared first on iGrow News.

During a cold and extremely wet English spring, we revisited Gravetye Manor. The bucolic Sussex estate—with 36 acres of flower gardens, meadows, mixed borders, lawns, and a vast one and a half acre elliptical walled kitchen garden—surrounds a country house hotel that is set in a wider 1,000-acre...

Despite doubt around the polygraph’s scientific validity, the tool is still used in law enforcement investigations and security clearance applications to potential ill effect. Researchers are developing alternative methods to try to better sniff out the truth.

Johan Jörgensen is the founder of Sweden Foodtech, a leading think tank on the future of food. The views expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent those of AgFunderNews. On February 28, 2026, US and Israeli forces struck Iran. Within hours, maritime traffic...

Editor’s Note: This is the first post in a four-part blog series analyzing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which was reported out of the House Agriculture Committee on March 5. This post provides an overview of the markup process and the bill as a whole, as well as its likely...

Often accredited as one of the best botanical gardens in the world, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a treasure trove of South Africa's best plants

The fifth article in a six-part series looks at expanding the use of western tree species to improve wood substrate supply and production. The post A Guide to Wood Substrates: Western U.S. Tree Species appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Dr. Amit Roy is chair of the Sasakawa Africa Association, and the former president and chief executive officer of the International Fertilizer Development Center. Dr. Nicolas Pinkowski is cofounder and CEO of Nitricity, a California-based startup producing organic nitrogen fertilizer from air,...

Early, guided discussions help farm families align expectations, reduce conflict, and build a roadmap for succession and transition. The post Why Every Farm Can Benefit from a Succession Facilitator appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Changes to how the model learns and handles grower input means significantly less manual work and meaningfully better accuracy for tomato harvest forecasting, Source.ag said in a news release.

Since ancient times, people have turned to plants for relief from everyday ailments, from digestive troubles and headaches to allergies and anxiety. Herbal remedies may conjure images of grandmother’s gardens or dusty apothecaries, but plant-based medicine is far from a relic of the past. Today...

ICA Kvantum Märsta has chosen Swegreen's in-store growing system. Swegreen's Saga Medium installation will be commissioned in spring 2026 and will produce same-day-fresh salads and herbs directly in-store, year-round. The investment gives the store local production with consistent quality, strong…

Shockingly Fresh offers a system to deliver high-quality produce with predictable costs and minimal energy use, while at the same time producing stable yields. "We want to help growers produce more salads and vegetables in the UK," explains Martin McAdam, Investment Manager at Shockingly Fresh. "We are…

The U.S. Biochar Initiative today announced its rebrand as the American Biochar Institute (ABI) alongside a new logo and website, signaling the organization's next phase as a central resource for the expanding biochar industry in North America. With an estimated market value in North America expected to…

GrowGeneration has unveiled two new propagation products under the Char Coir brand, the Coco Coin Tray and the Insert Tray, offering gardeners, commercial growers, and greenhouse operators a modern, mess-free system for improved cultivation performance compared to traditional soil or peat-based methods.…

Bhiti Haweli, a small village in Bilhour tehsil, is emerging as a model of innovative agriculture with the adoption of multi-layer farming, drawing attention from farmers and officials alike. The village has 453 farmers cultivating around 225 hectares of land, of which nearly 50 farmers have adopted…

Essex's Sustainable smArt Robotic Agriculture (SARA) project has won the Best Research Project (Industry Collaboration) at the 2026 UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) AI & Robotics Research Awards. The award recognises the collaborative work taking place between Essex's Professor Klaus McDonald-Maier and…

In the quiet hills of Doda, where terraced fields cling to the mountains and the rhythm of life follows the seasons, a quiet transformation was taking root. At the Community Hall, farmers from across the district gathered for a two-day conference-workshop organised by the Department of Agricultural…

With passion and practical experience, Ms. Huong Nguyen has her own secrets to turning the rooftop into a melon garden laden with fruit, achieving high yields. Ms. Huong Nguyen (40 years old, living in Ho Chi Minh City) has taken advantage of a 50m2 terrace, growing a variety of clean vegetables...

When Jay Willmot (BComm '07) studied Commerce at Dalhousie, his entrepreneurship professor asked the class to make a list of ten things that pissed them off. "The professor explained that the things that drove us crazy were amazing business ideas," says Willmot. His number one problem? "Old, slimy,…

Traditional agriculture has unlocked a stable food supply, but now it jeopardises the future of our civilization. Farmland expansion drives 80 per cent of deforestation and 70 per cent of biodiversity loss, destroying ecosystems that regulate climate, sequestrate carbon and make soil fertile (given that…

The world's deepest vertical farm is heading 1.1km underground. A partnership between the University of Sheffield and Farm Urban has secured UKRI funding to explore the future of underground food production at the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory. Located 1.1km underground in a working mine, this…

Every morning, Pastor Muziwanele Ncube unlocks a small, cabin-like structure in Pumula North, Bulawayo. Inside, the air is cool and damp, carrying the earthy scent of fresh soil. Rows of plastic bags hang from the ceiling, filled with organic waste, and delicate white oyster mushrooms sprout like tiny…

At its February 11 meeting in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico, the Mushroom Council welcomed one new board member and elected its officers for 2026. The nine-member Council is composed of eight domestic growers and one importer representing four regions. The program's purpose is to...

A 180-degree water tank rupture caused a partial collapse at Catoctin Mtn Growers. The post Hot Water Tank Rupture Injures Three at Maryland Greenhouse appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Today, Greentech Americas opens its doors at the Querétaro Centro de Congresos. The event will welcome people from Mexico, the US, Colombia, and many more countries, all united in their focus on horticulture. The event is to start its sixth edition. "This edition will be bigger than ever, with an…

The Spanish company said its new pest control traps reduce labor hours and eliminate the use of rafia twine.

Kwek Global Pte Ltd has agreed on a shipment program of one container per week with a Chinese blueberry grower and packer to import and distribute to the Singapore market starting in early March 2026. "We have decided to import the Chinese blueberries in March 2026 because we need to avoid direct…

Morrisons is evaluating a potential sale of its food manufacturing division, Myton Food Group, as part of efforts to reduce debt following its £8.7 billion acquisition in 2021. Myton Food Group, rebranded in 2023 from Morrisons' in-house manufacturing operation, operates 19 production sites...

Higher energy, raw material, and transport costs are pushing up fertiliser prices and driving increases in fruit and vegetable prices across Greek markets. Fertiliser prices have risen in recent weeks as energy costs, raw material prices, and transport expenses increase. The average price per kilogram…

Qatar's drive toward agricultural sustainability and food security received a significant boost during a recent high-level visit to Al Waha Agricultural Services Company (Al Waha Farm), where innovation and national strategy came together to showcase the country's growing self-sufficiency. The...

Amazon to invest over 5bln euros in PolandBetween this year and 2028, Amazon is planning to invest 5bln euros in Poland. This is in addition to the 10bln euros that the company has already invested in the market between 2012 and 2025. Part of this investment will go the a new fulfillment center.Source:…

On 19–20 March 2026, inspectors in the Kurgan region blocked the transit of a 17-tonne consignment of tomatoes from Kyrgyzstan bound for the Tyumen region due to missing labeling on most boxes. The shipment was returned to the exporting country. On 18 March, laboratory analysis in the Orenburg region…

The past 24 months have reshaped global agriculture in ways that are hard to overstate. Growers are contending with more resistant pests, unexpected root diseases, logistical disruptions, accelerating climate variability, depleted soils, and increasingly scarce and expensive water. Against this...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service in Arkansas has recognized Taunya Ernst, a University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture educator, for her work promoting high tunnel agriculture in Arkansas. The organization awarded Ernst the NRCS State…

The world's deepest vertical farm is heading 1.1km underground. A partnership between the University of Sheffield and Farm Urban has secured UKRI funding to explore the future of underground food production at the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory. Located 1.1km underground in a working mine, this…

Three times as many Upstate New York business customers in January and February were at risk of losing power because of unpaid National Grid bills compared with last year. Last year, 1,475 nonresidential electric and natural gas accounts were eligible for shutoffs in January and February across Upstate.…

Every successful crop starts the same way: with a strong, even start. Long before a field fills in, the greenhouse bench reveals the story. Uniform emergence, healthy early growth, and dependable establishment help shape transplant quality, crop timing, and overall production success. NutriHarvest® is…

"Government should back British biofertiliser to protect farmers from rising prices" says trade association in an open letter to Secretary of State Emma Reynolds British biofertiliser could replace imported artificial fertilisers, the costs are of which soaring, if the Government removes unnecessary…

During Macfrut 2026, Europrogress will organize a round table focusing on Italian greenhouse cultivation, as part of the Fruit & Veg Professional Show. The session will address one of the key strategic topics for the sector: the challenges and opportunities facing greenhouse production in Italy, and the…

Based on member feedback, the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has officially moved the Global Produce & Floral Show off the weekend. In 2026, the show will now run Wednesday through Friday, October 14–16, bringing the global produce and floral industry together during the workweek, when…

Divine Flavor has promoted Jeremy Giovannetti and David Reyes to key leadership roles within its expanding vegetable division, reinforcing the company's commitment to strengthening its commercial operations and driving growth across North American retail. Giovannetti has been promoted to director of…

Uzbekistan plans to restrict the establishment of new greenhouse complexes in Tashkent and its surrounding areas starting October 1, 2026. The initiative involves relocating production to regions with milder climates to reduce production costs and minimize environmental impact. Data indicates that a…

Havecon has commenced the realisation of a large-scale greenhouse project of over 15 hectares for The Valley in Vierpolders, the Netherlands. The project, referred to by the client as Prince Valley, marks the first collaboration between The Valley and Havecon and represents an important step in the…

Looye is learning how Sera's Greenhouse Intelligence platform can help growers interpret complex crop data more easily and maintain the consistently excellent flavour that makes Honeytomates exceptional. High-tech cherry tomato cultivation is among the most demanding disciplines in protected…

An analysis by Hortoinfo on Almeria's fruit and vegetable exports from 2006 to 2025 reveals a shift in the top products. The study shows that cucumber has become the leading export by volume, with consistent growth over the past 20 years and overtaking pepper in the last two years studied. Pepper, which…

The University of Essex has received a national award for its robotics system developed for strawberry harvesting. The Sustainable smArt Robotic Agriculture initiative was awarded best research project (industry collaboration) at the AI & Robotics Research Awards 2026. The system, introduced in...

The UK's newly published Land Use Framework for England (2026) might not place greenhouses front and centre, but it marks a shift that the sector has been waiting for, Dr Sven Batke, chair of The Greenhouse Innovation Consortium (GIC), explains. "For the first time in this kind of national land use…

Ukraine is preparing to implement the Smart Harvest project aimed at developing hydroponic greenhouse production in the Khmelnytskyi and Lviv regions in cooperation with partners from the Netherlands. In the Khmelnytskyi region, the project focuses on creating innovation hubs for hydroponic cultivation…

For decades, growers have relied on whitewash to regulate light and temperature in poly greenhouses. But what if you could take your greenhouse climate strategy much further? Dr. David Katzin, researcher at Wageningen University and Research (WUR), analysed the impact of movable screens on crop…

Today marks exactly sixty years since Piet Bom founded the company that would later grow into Bom Group. Over those six decades, greenhouse horticulture has undergone major changes: the sector has internationalized, projects have become larger, and contracts more complex. Yet according to Rob de Wit,…

Google has signed a major deal to buy carbon removal credits from an affiliate of AMP Robotics. The agreement targets the removal of 200,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) by 2030. It is one of Google's largest carbon removal purchases to date. The project uses artificial intelligence…

Rising costs linked to the Middle East conflict are affecting UK fresh produce supply chains, with berry growers reporting pressure ahead of the summer season. The British Berry Growers Association said disruption in the region is increasing input costs, including fuel and fertiliser, as instability…

With energy prices remaining volatile, reducing energy consumption has returned to the top of the agenda for greenhouse growers in the Netherlands. Screen installations are one of the key tools growers are turning to, and that is reflected in the workload at Doek en Draad. "Many growers have already…

The high-tech facility in Flora, Mississippi, can produce up to 3 million heads of lettuce annually for distribution across the Southeast.

Explore how investment in crop genomics is shifting to staple crops like wheat and rice, impacting global food security. The post The Staple Crop Shift: How Crop Genomics Is Turning to Wheat and Rice appeared first on iGrow News.

Flowering this week in the garden is Cymbidium (pronounced “Some Biddy Yum”) goeringii ‘Datuanyuan’. The evergreen foliage of this woodland, terrestrial orchid, resembles a clump of monkey grass, until it starts flowering in early March. While we have grown these for decades, this is the first...

Dr. A shares his thoughts on what innovation really means in the plant world, and how to take the right lessons from successful innovations. The post Allan Armitage on the Difference Between “New” and “Innovative” in the Plant World appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

From tender broad beans and cheek-puckering rhubarb to nutty new potatoes, make the most of the season’s bestElderflowerPick on the sunniest May days, when their scent is heady and sweet, to infuse for cordial. For a truly special tipple, pour a litre of gin into a large, shallow dish, and stand...

Before 2025, Plenty operated as a venture-backed vertical farming company building large-scale indoor farms designed to grow a range of crops — primarily leafy greens — using proprietary aeroponic systems and selling into retail markets. Backed by nearly $1 billion in funding, the company was...

Aggregates are touted as the ecological solution to longer, drier summers — but let’s not give up on soil for drought-resistant plants just yet

Releasing agriculture from the food security mandate. Research should focus toward sustaining production means and farmer welfare, rather than area productivity. Beyond yields: a systems approach is essential for reconciling agriculture and biodiversity. Research should focus toward sustaining...

2025 HARPER PRIZE SHORTLIST: For the next two weeks, we are featuring the articles shortlisted for the 2025 Harper Prize. The Harper Prize is an annual award for the best early career research paper published in Journal of Ecology. Xuening Zhang’s ‘Pollinator facilitation between florally...

I think they are worth the spend – they make plant care a more relaxing experienceThe problem Repotting indoors is always so much messier than we imagine. Weeks later, you’ll find compost on the floor and grit in the skirting boards, and one rogue perlite bead will impale itself in your bare...

Total Seed Production completed the acquisition of Bayer's soybean facility in Windfall, Indiana on March 16th, marking a significant expansion of its production footprint. The post Total Seed Production Acquires Bayer’s Windfall Soybean Facility in Indiana appeared first on iGrow News.

Cox Vastgoed B.V. will acquire a 5.2-hectare greenhouse facility from paprika grower Frank Bakker in Sevenum on December 1, 2026. The post Cox Vastgoed Acquires 5.2-Hectare Greenhouse Facility in Sevenum appeared first on iGrow News.

Key Takeaways RenX Enterprises deployed a Komptech XL3 trommel screener with automated three-stacker conveyor system at its 80-acre Myakka City, Florida facility in March 2026. The company secured $6.0 million […] The post RenX Enterprises Deploys Automated Processing Equipment at Florida...

When it comes to patio furniture, it would be hard to improve on the the style or comfort factor of the Adirondack chair. Invented in 1903 by Thomas Lee for his summer house in upstate New York, the original Westport chair was made of 11 hemlock planks designed to hold an occupant gently upright...

At Future Food-Tech in San Francisco last week, we spoke to key stakeholders on everything from crossing biomanufacturing’s valley of death to the Institute of Food Technologists’ new AI-powered CoDeveloper platform to speed up with product development process. We’ll share the full interviews...

The industrial-grade buoys, already being installed in Brownsville, Texas, are meant to prevent unauthorized crossings. But experts warn the buoys could intensify flooding and change the river’s course. And local advocates say the project is just the latest step in disconnecting border residents...

A gardener finds plant and photography inspiration at a Canadian conservatory

Plants, Vol. 15, Pages 988: Development of Woody Plants Plants doi: 10.3390/plants15070988 Authors: Min Chen Yi-Shu Wang Hong-Xiang Peng Jin-Zhi Zhang Research on woody plant development is a highly integrated interdisciplinary field that systematically investigates trees across various scales,...

In 2026, the Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL) is celebrating twenty extraordinary years of global collaboration, discovery, and open biodiversity knowledge. For two decades, BHL has united libraries, museums, herbaria, and research institutions worldwide to make biodiversity literature freely...

Food industry veterans, including former CSOs at Mars and General Mills, are pooling capital through a new UC Davis angel network, Food & Health Angels (FH Angels), to back early-stage foodtech startups. “With 92% of Americans considered metabolically unhealthy and GLP-1 use growing, the need...

With the 2025 winners announced, applications for the 2026 Proven Winners scholarship program are now open. The post Announcing the 2025 Proven Winners Scholarship Program Winners appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Oasis Grower Solutions and OHP announce several sales hires and promotions as Profile Products names a new CEO. The post Meet the New Faces at Oasis Grower Solutions, OHP, and Profile Products appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Evergreen clematis are species that keep their green leaves through the cold months. These woody, climbing vines produce masses of fragrant, white or cream-colored flowers in winter or early spring, ideal for trellises, arbors, and pergolas in mild climates. Learn how to grow evergreen clematis...

“I expect that in 2026 there will be the largest number of agtech and foodtech bankruptcies, restructurings, and fire sales to date,” predicted Adam Bergman at EcoTech Capital in a recent essay entitled The Ugly, the Bad, and the Good: The State of the AgTech and FoodTech Sector in 2026....

The message from investors at World Agri-Tech and Future Food-Tech in San Francisco last week was clear: Storytelling is no longer enough, to quote our own Louisa Burwood-Taylor. Startups need to solve real problems for real customers, focus relentlessly on capital efficiency, and find ways to...

A company profile from Greenhouse Grower was among three other Meister Media Worldwide publications named regional finalists for the 2026 Azbee Awards of Excellence for editorial content. The post Greenhouse Grower Named a Finalist for Editorial Excellence Award appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

High in the tropical Andes, where cold mornings slow insect flight and sudden rainstorms can empty the air of visitors, relying on pollinators can be a risky gamble. For most flowering plants, reproduction depends on attracting the right messenger, an insect, a bird, a bat, to carry pollen from...

Following the government's implementation of a maximum price policy on petroleum products, gasoline and diesel have shifted to a downward trend. However, tax-exempt indoor kerosene used for agricultural heating has continued to rise, leaving farming households under financial strain. According...

Chickenhouses are a familiar sight for those on Delmarva. That includes the ones that are no longer in use. Aside from leaving them to fall to ruin, what can a farmer do with them? Money is needed to convert them for a new use, something that many farmers can't easily come up with. While the amount…

Forever Feed Technologies has announced a contract for a project valued at $15 million with River Ranch Farms to build a major hydroponic livestock feed growing center with two full-scale FFT GrowSystems. This marks the first commercial deployment of the FFT GrowSystem after more than a year of…

Every morning, Pastor Muziwanele Ncube unlocks a small, cabin-like structure in Pumula North, Bulawayo. Inside, the air is cool and damp, carrying the earthy scent of fresh soil. Rows of plastic bags hang from the ceiling, filled with organic waste, and delicate white oyster mushrooms sprout like tiny…

Recently, while passing through the first basement level of Daejeon Station on the Daejeon Urban Railway, one can encounter various crops such as chives, leeks, herbs, leafy greens, and mushrooms at a glance. A 'Green Farm' has been established in the heart of the station, where citizens'...

Following its 2025 restructuring, vertical farming company Plenty has narrowed its strategy to a single crop and a single partner. In this CEAg Talk, CEO Dan Malech explains why focus—and discipline—are now at the center of the company's approach. Source: CEAg World

As climate change, shrinking farmland, and water scarcity put increasing pressure on agriculture, technology-driven farming is emerging as a critical solution in India. In a country highly vulnerable to climate variability, precision-managed farming is gaining ground as a viable alternative. A…

Agtech circles have long recognized the need to standardize agricultural data, but to date, no one has quite solved the problem, and valuable information remains trapped in many, many silos. Agriculture is practically infamous for siloed data, which includes everything from inconsistent formats...

March 23, 2026 Texas bluebonnets may be scant this year on roadsides and in fields due to the drought. But I’ve seen pretty patches here and there, including in the hellstrip of a neighbor’s front yard. I crouched low for this photo, inhaling the sweet scent and imagining fields of blue. Back in...

The greenhouse sector is once again facing volatility in the energy market. Over the past week, energy prices have surged dramatically – almost doubling for the first time since 2022. For greenhouse growers, particularly in Northern Europe where heating costs dominate winter production, this shift is…

The FormFlex LG gutter has become the standard gutter for pepper cultivation. Worldwide, Metazet has already roll-formed more than 3500 acres of FormFlex LG gutter, and demand continues to grow. Specifically designed for pepper cultivationThe FormFlex LG gutter stands out for its high drainage capacity…

GBI Greenhouse Limited (GGL), a 30-hectare operation near Kamuzu International Airport, has established itself as a benchmark for CEA in Malawi, supported by its private-sector partner, Inosselia Commercial. Since its inception in 2019, the company has deployed 16 hectares of high-tech greenhouse…

HortEx 2026, the international trade exhibition for horticulture and floriculture in Southeast Asia, is introducing an extensive technical program, attracting a high-quality audience of growers, investors, and industry professionals from across the region. Taking place from 20 – 22 May 2026 at BITEC,…

Recently, Climalux successfully defended its invention—registered in a patent for the application of vertical ventilation to assimilation lamps—in proceedings before the Netherlands Patent Office (OCNL). The validity of the patent was challenged in these proceedings. In its advice, OCNL indicated that…

In a continued quest to advance CEA vegetable production in North America, Signify and the University of British Columbia (UBC) are now in the 5th year of a trial for sustainable year-round bell pepper production under Philips horticulture LED lighting. This multi-year trial is paving the way for…

At the 39th International Blueberry Seminar in Lima, logistics was identified as a key factor for export performance in the Peruvian blueberry sector. Industry representatives highlighted that transit time, arrival condition, and market timing directly affect returns, shifting logistics from a cost…

Ad numbers decreased this week, as is typical following the St. Patrick's Day promotional period. Despite this, retailers continued to feature a wide range of seasonal produce, including asparagus, lettuce, cucumbers, mushrooms, cabbage, and avocados. Citrus remained prominent, with lemons and...

Georgia growers and shippers are breathing easy again following last week's freeze in parts of the state. "We had freezes in the Atlanta area but it didn't quite get too far down into South Georgia to really hurt anything–but especially not the peaches," says Andrew Scott, VP of sales and business…

A revised industry structure is being introduced by Onions NZ, Process Vegetables NZ, TomatoesNZ, and Vegetables NZ, with support from HortNZ, to represent the vegetable sector. The New Zealand Vegetable Council (NZVeg) will begin operating on 1 April 2026. According to Transition Board Chair Kevin…

The supply of fresh produce in the Central African Republic is under strain due to the ripple effects of the security situation in the Sahel region and the ongoing war in the Middle East. Industry professionals are bracing for market disruptions, as the country relies heavily on imports for several…

The Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association of Ghana has called for a coordinated response from government, industry, and researchers following Burkina Faso's decision to halt tomato exports to Ghana. Government officials are in discussions with Burkina Faso to address the situation and maintain…

Modiform has decided to gradually wind down the activities of its subsidiary Thomsen (Wormhout, Northern France). The management and shareholders have taken this decision in light of Thomsen's financial results and Modiform's strategic direction. Thomsen was founded in 1995 and has been part of Modiform…

Van der Ende Group has updated its online Curves selection tool to better support customers in selecting, comparing, and implementing pump solutions. The updated version builds on the tool's familiar functionalities while laying a strong foundation for further optimization and expansion to a broader…

As part of an ongoing expansion, Oasis Grower Solutions has added a new member to their team of Territory Sales Managers, along with two newly created positions to support North American and global sales. Smithers-Oasis Director of Global Grower Operations and Research, Vijay Rapaka, Ph.D., announced…

UK: Amazon Now hits Lewisham and Battersea as on demand delivery service continues London expansionAmazon Now has gone live in Lewisham and Battersea in London. This follows the launch during January of QLD1 - the first Amazon Now on demand delivery site in the UK.Source: retailtechinnovationhub.com…

Ukraine has approved the first grants in 2026 to support horticulture, berry production, viticulture, and greenhouse projects. A total of 14 grants worth 51.5 million UAH (€1.23 million) have been authorized, enabling the start of financing for new investment projects. Of these, 11 grants totaling 40.5…

In the high-rainfall zones of the Sikkim Himalaya receiving nearly 3,500 mm of annual rainfall excess moisture often limits the growth and productivity of high-value vegetable crops such as tomato. To overcome this challenge and ensure a steady supply of tomatoes during the summer months, when local…

Gasoline and diesel prices have fallen since the government's maximum price cap on petroleum products took effect recently, but heating oil for agricultural use has continued to rise. According to the Oil Price Information System (Opinet) on the 22nd, the average retail price of tax-exempt indoor…

March can be a blustery month in Montana. It introduces spring, but weather can be inconsistent. Greenhouses, however, can boost production of warm weather plants. In Hamilton, there' a particularly exotic greenhouse. ABC Acres property manager Dalton Brown invited NBC Montana into the ABC Acres...

In a significant academic exposure aimed at bridging governance and scientific research, a group of Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussorie- Indian Administrative Service (IAS) probationers visited the ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI), Shimla, on Morch 19 as part of…

Demand for locally produced leafy greens continues to grow worldwide. At the same time, growers are looking for systems that are robust, scalable, and financially feasible in regions where investment budgets are often carefully evaluated. In that context, the hydroponic floating system developed by…

AVA™ Berries, part of Angus Soft Fruits Ltd, highlights the commercial performance of AVA Dalicia (asf733.01), a strawberry variety showing consistent results in the field, packhouse, and retail. AVA Dalicia is noted for its percentage of Class 1 fruit, supported by low waste, even ripening, and a…

As aphid pressure continues to build in leafy crops such as lettuce and brassicas, IBMA España is calling for a stronger focus on biological control strategies within integrated pest management programs. The association acknowledges growing concern across the sector, particularly in light of the…

Next to the greenhouses of tomato grower Roots in Honselersdijk, a battery system was installed last week. During an open afternoon on Thursday, visitors could see how the project is being built. At that moment, construction was halfway complete. In total, assembling the 5 MWh system takes 4...

Dutch investor Wim Beelen has unveiled ambitious plans for the restart of plant nursery Jongerius in Houten, in the Netherlands. In a video update and accompanying article published on his own channels, Beelen explains his vision and emphasizes that he does not consider himself a real estate developer.…

Morocco is introducing a new lever to speed up the diversification of its export outlets for fresh tomatoes, against a backdrop of heavy dependence on the European market and persistent trade tensions. A decree published on March 5th introduces a subsidy of 750 dirhams [5.7 USD] per ton for volumes…

US indoor agriculture company Local Bounti has raised $15 million through a convertible note issued to an existing strategic investor, as the company works to stabilise its financial position following a continued listing notice from the New York Stock Exchange. The funding was announced on March 16,…

The next course from the 2026 Greenhouse Training Online series is "Climate Management," beginning on April 13, 2026. The post 2026 Greenhouse Training Online Continues with “Climate Management” appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Two of the best performing lungworts in our trials are pictured below, Pulmonaria ‘Diana Clare’ from Cotswold Garden Flowers, and Pulmonaria ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’ from the breeders at Terra Nova. Both have incredible vigor, and put on an exceptional show in the late winter garden and into...

2025 HARPER PRIZE SHORTLIST: For the next two weeks, we are featuring the articles shortlisted for the 2025 Harper Prize. The Harper Prize is an annual award for the best early career research paper published in Journal of Ecology. Jie Li’s ‘Plant species loss reduces rare soil microbes through...

The diversity of life on Earth, and the interactions between the species that make up that diversity, are fundamentally important to the functioning of ecosystems and to human well-being. Yet these connections are often poorly appreciated, despite the fact that biodiversity supports everything...

The World Food Prize Foundation invites all ISHS members to consider nominating a deserving candidate for the 2026 Borlaug Field Award. Please share this call for nominations with your networks. The deadline for submissions is June 1, 2026, and the nomination criteria and form are available in...

Renewables Inc and Beluga Systems, LLC have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to co-develop autonomous tractor technologies. The post Renewables Inc and Beluga Systems Partner on Autonomous Tractor Technology appeared first on iGrow News.

Gennate Ltd, a Greater Manchester deep-tech company, has closed a £550,000 (~$733,755) seed funding round led by SFC Capital The post Gennate Raises $734K Seed Round to Scale Nanofertiliser Technology appeared first on iGrow News.

Havecon has commenced construction on a large-scale greenhouse project spanning over 15 hectares for The Valley in Vierpolders, Netherlands, called Prince Valley. The post Havecon Begins Construction on 15-Hectare Greenhouse Project for The Valley in Netherlands appeared first on iGrow News.

BBLeap closed a €5 million investment round led by new investors ESquare Capital and Yield Lab Europe, alongside existing shareholders including founders and Brabant Development Agency. The post BBLeap Secures €5M to Accelerate Precision Spraying Technology appeared first on iGrow News.

Governor Mike Braun announced a $1 billion state investment in agricultural and life sciences sectors with the goal of creating 100,000 high-wage jobs over 10 years. The post Gov. Braun Announces $1 Billion Investment in Agriculture and Life Sciences to Create 100,000 Jobs appeared first on iGrow News.

Oregon House Bill 5204 allocated $1.8 million to fund the Oregon Department of Agriculture's Japanese beetle program through the 2026 and 2027 crop years. The post Oregon Department of Agriculture Secures $1.8M for Japanese Beetle Eradication Program appeared first on iGrow News.

The Northern Cape Agriculture Incubator was launched on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Boontjieskraal Incubation & Conference Centre. The post Northern Cape Agriculture Incubator Set for Official Launch by Minister Ndabeni appeared first on iGrow News.

We all need signs that lead us hopefully forward. After a serious winter (one that actually felt like winter), with punishingly low temperatures and more snow cover than the Northeast has become accustomed to, the first bursts of witch-hazel flowers in New York City are like the fizzing pop of a...

For those who have experienced wildfires, the traumatic imprint they can leave is clear. But scientists still have numerous questions about how the human brain responds to these events, and, today, economists, epidemiologists, and neurologists are working to find answers.

A look at the first flowers of the year at the largest botanical garden in the midwest

I’ve been browsing what’s getting observed near Central Park, New York, recently. If you live in the city, the top three may well be familiar sights, but one of them is certainly less familiar to me. 1Common SnowdropGalanthus nivalis77 obs this year272 total obsMost years2020–2026Photo: adinie...

In 2023, we listed a new selection of the North American native buffalo grass, Tridens strictus ‘Buffalo Feathers’. It went over as well as a tax hike, selling a pitiful 42 plants over a two year span. Well, after a winter of snow and ice, the plumes are still upright, and looking great. Credit...

Discover the latest advancements in agtech automation scales and how they support the agricultural sector's evolution. The post AgTech Automation Scales Amid Global Labor Shortage appeared first on iGrow News.

Happy spring, officially! To celebrate, here are two exclusive, just-for-subscribers discounts for those itching to get out into the garden—and those itching to put on a soft pair of PJs and get into bed. Above: Over at Remodelista favorite Salter House, subscribers can take 15 percent off...

Here are a few photos of our garden specimens of Helleborus x hybridus this week. If you weren’t one of the 7,800 visitors who got to see these in person during our recent Winter Open Nursery and Garden, here’s what you missed. Although they look decent in photos, they are much better in person....

Tiger lilies produce bold orange flowers with dark spots and recurved petals from mid to late summer. These Asian natives grow two to five feet tall with lance-shaped leaves. Hardy in Zones 4 to 8, they thrive in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Learn how to grow tiger lilies in...

The Sentry 2026 C-Suite Stress Index asked leaders across the industry to identify what risks growers are overlooking. The post Risk Priorities for Greenhouse Growers in 2026 appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Have you ever wanted to be an intrepid explorer wandering the world to identify species? Good news – the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) of Canada officially invites you to join a crowdsourcing expedition from the comfort of your own home. Citizen scientists (and professional ones too) are needed to...

Left unchecked, blackberries form dense, invasive tangles. If properly pruned, they can be tamed. Blackberry plants are perennials, so an established patch will yield a berry harvest every year! When you prune blackberries, you separate the first and second years of growth. This is essential as...

On our radar this spring weekend: a new gardening show, a hotel on the Aegean coast, and 10 utilitarian-luxe finds we love. Read on: Above: A styling trick to try your hand at: the surprising appeal of a red chair. Photograph by Beth Evans courtesy of Jill MacNair from Interior Designer Jill...

Ultimately, you want to leave a business that thrives beyond its founder, while giving yourself the freedom to write a new chapter in your story. The post Separating Yourself from Your Greenhouse Business Requires More than Luck appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

The show is a refreshing and whimsical take on gardening. Rather than positioning himself as an expert, Galifianakis approaches the subject with curiosity and self-effacing humor.

Since the mid-20th century, Britain’s wild flora has been in retreat. More than half of the country’s native plant species have shrunk in range, helping to make the UK one of the most nature-depleted nations on Earth. Restoring meadows, grasslands and other habitats is now an urgent priority....

Farm Groups Request White House Action on Specialty Crop Relief AmericanHort, alongside more than 50 agricultural organizations, sent a letter to President Trump urging swift action to deliver meaningful relief for American farmers, ranchers, and specialty crop growers. The letter highlights...

When three Washington DC attorneys decided to leave law behind, they did not go quietly. Ali Sherifzada, his brother Ibrahim, and childhood friend Jason Stern founded District Farms in 2017 with a single directive: grow lettuce locally at commercial scale through automation and algorithmic design. The…

Three recent graduates from CMS College, Kottayam, have built a commercial mushroom operation in Thrissur just six months after finishing their degrees, producing 150 kg of mushrooms daily from an 8,000-square-foot facility.G.P. Akhil (23), Muhammed Sahad (23) and K.A. Ansil (22), former volleyball…

Mushrooms are a challenging crop to grow, doubling in size every day. There is a fine line between a mushroom that is ready to be picked and one that is past its prime, and this is where the potential for automation comes in, says Lewis Macleod of South Mill Champs."The challenge when it comes...

As consumers increasingly look for transparency in how their food is grown and sourced, Caputo & Guest is highlighting its fully domestic mushroom production model, where every stage of cultivation takes place in the United States. Unlike many mushroom operations that rely on imported growing materials,…

A spike in global energy prices is likely to impact the agri-food sector, especially farms that have controlled indoor environments, said the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on March 19. Farms here told The Straits Times they are bracing themselves for a rise in operational costs caused by higher...

A Dutch company based in Wateringen, in the Netherlands' greenhouse region, is scaling up its CO₂ capture technology across multiple industries while continuing to develop applications for the greenhouse sector. Verkade Carbon Capture, a spin-off of Verkade Klimaat, first encountered CO₂ capture…

The Ohio Controlled Environment Agriculture Center (OHCEAC) has announced the keynote speaker lineup for its fifth annual CEA Conference, scheduled for July 15, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, with an online attendance option also available.This year's conference centers on the theme "New Crops in CEA," with…

The John Innes Centre (JIC) and The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL) have announced a £5 million investment from the Garfield Weston Foundation, directed toward the creation of Technology Platform 1 (TP1), a new glasshouse, insectary, and horticultural research facility at Norwich Research Park. The 4,500 m²…

Though strawberries are available in supermarkets year-round, the local season is fleeting. Peak season begins in Pennsylvania in late May and lasts a little over a month. Strawberries shipped from California, Florida or Mexico in the offseason might be huge, glossy and red, but are often more...

Robin Silverman spent 30 years teaching Latin before becoming a farmer. Today, her Tripping Gnome Farm in Freeport, Maine, produces blue oyster and lion's mane mushrooms using a substrate made from hardwood fuel pellets and spent coffee grounds sourced from a Brunswick roaster. "When we grow our…

[Disclosure: AgFunderNews’ parent company AgFunder is an investor in Klim.] Up to now, discussions around soil degradation largely focus on environmental consequences: biodiversity loss, erosion, and water contamination, for example. But for agrifood companies, these and other things are also a...

Something has changed in how people eat. Not dramatically, not overnight - but structurally and irreversibly. Modern life demands everything at once: work, childcare, fitness, healthy eating, social commitments. The 24-hour day hasn't expanded, but expectations have – leaving very little time for…

Agritecture sits down with Abhay Thosar of Sollum Technologies to discuss the company's new SF-Infinite dynamic LED lighting fixture. The post Video Spotlight: The Future of Greenhouse Lighting appeared first on Greenhouse Grower.

Looking out from our kitchen is a real joy in late winter, thanks to the show put on by Prunus x subhirtella ‘Scott Early’. This amazing specimen was shared back in the 1990s by the staff of Swarthmore’s Scott Arboretum. Although it’s still rare in commerce, this cultivar was introduced by the...

Greenhouse citrus growers in Seogwipo, Jeju Island, are facing rising production costs linked to higher fuel prices. "I'm not sure if I can keep farming," said Kim Yeong-hwan. "With duty-free mandarin imports and rising fuel prices since the Middle East conflict, it's a double blow. A 2,000-liter tank…

A Michiana nonprofit is asking for community help after weekend storms tore the roof off its greenhouse classroom at its Summit campus in Union, destroying crops and causing thousands of dollars in losses. Five Star Life said the damage has rendered the building unsafe for students. The...

Over the past 12 months, the greenhouse market in Italy has shown solid growth as well as a qualitative transformation. "It is no longer just about building greenhouses to protect crops, but about investing in advanced, controlled production systems. There is a growing demand for...

In 2025, weather conditions favoured the outdoor production of vegetables, with total harvest increasing from the previous year's decline. A total of 219 million kilograms was harvested from outdoors, most of this vegetables. The greenhouse vegetable harvest totalled 96 million kilograms, and a total of…

Planasa has appointed Anja Grueterich as Value Chain Manager Americas, strengthening its focus on collaboration across the value chain. In this role, Grueterich will coordinate relationships with key stakeholders across North and South America, ensuring alignment with Planasa's global strategy.…

BASF | Nunhems takes an important step in the truss tomato segment this season with the introduction of WinVine. This new variety is designed for high-tech growers aiming to combine maximum production with reliability under ToBRFV pressure. "WinVine offers a complete and well-balanced variety profile…

As the owner of the Westside Market on Powell and No Dirt Farms, Amanda Hines is dedicated to growing high-quality produce. "We're a hydroponic farm," said Hines. "We supply to a lot of local places, including Mercyhurst College, Gordon's, and New York Lunch, and of course the Westside Market as well."…

Liquid vermicompost fertilizer (LVF) represents a valuable organic resource in the promotion of sustainable crop production. This study assessed how LVF at four different dilution rates (0, 0.5:1000, 1:1000, and 1.5:1000, v/v) impacted the growth, yield, and quality parameters of Thai basil (Ocimum…

The Food and Agriculture Organization's Digital Villages Initiative (DVI) is accelerating the adoption of digital tools across rural Europe and Central Asia, with greenhouse production emerging as a key beneficiary of this transformation. In several recognized "Digital Villages," greenhouse operations…

At High Tech Farms in Atongo, Mexico, Koidra's KoPilot supports autonomous climate control across commercial tomato production, including both Beef and TOV zones. Deployed across 4 hectares, the project shows how autonomous growing can be applied in real production conditions while supporting strong…

Colombia is reaching a crucial point in strengthening its role as an international supplier of fruit and vegetables. Thanks to its climatic diversity, large amount of arable land, and years of logistical expertise in sectors like floriculture, the country is now developing a strategy to expand markets,…

Blueberry cultivation is undergoing a shift as growers seek innovative solutions to improve plant performance and fruit quality. Recent trials and commercial plantings in South Korea and other regions have highlighted the benefits of advanced substrate blends, particularly those developed by ASB…

Ukrainian greenhouse producers have started harvesting the first spring cucumbers, with early batches from the Zhytomyr region being sorted, packed, and shipped to supermarkets and restaurants. According to producers, cultivation follows a staged process. "First, we harvest from the main stem, then we…

India's Rural Business Incubation Centre (RuBIC), Rajiv Gandhi University and the Department of Horticulture, Rajiv Gandhi University successfully organized a comprehensive training programme on 'Preparation of compost from agricultural waste inoculated with isolated bacteria' from March 17 to 19 at the…

Guntars Dzerve, an agronomist at LLC "Mad Nordic", operating under the brand "Augusta zemenes" and growing strawberries in greenhouses and tunnels, noted that the harvest should be stable, but much still depends on weather conditions. He also pointed out that in closed areas, those producers who…

Cauliflower shipments from Italy dominated the market, with French shipments coming in second in terms of volume. In Frankfurt and Munich, Spanish shipments also appeared. Hamburg reported some Belgian products, which, according to the German BLE, were sold at relatively low prices, thereby putting…

Farmers on Oʻahu's North Shore are dealing with the damage caused by some of the worst flooding they've seen in years. Agriculture operations are found throughout the North Shore, which was among the island's hardest hit areas by the recent storms. That includes the 1.5-acre Thrive Hawaii Family Farm in…

A Ukrainian greenhouse farm, established in 2011, has expanded from 0.06 hectares to 0.4 hectares and now operates eight greenhouses producing cucumbers on hydroponics. The main varieties include smooth Dutch hybrids and gherkins, grown on mineral wool substrates. From sowing to first harvest, the crop…

Discounters to lead global grocery growth through to 2030, IGD saysDiscounters will remain the fastest-growing physical grocery channel globally through to 2030, with annual growth expected to outpace the wider grocery market, according to new research from IGD. Analysis from IGD's Global...

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) welcomed agriculture leaders, alumni, and sector partners to campus on February 10 to mark Canada's Agriculture Day and highlight the partnerships that support applied agricultural education. Approximately 55 representatives from farms, agri-food businesses, and…

In spring 2026, Jeroen and Nancy Peeters will harvest for the first time in their most recent 1.25-hectare greenhouse expansion in Dongen (the Netherlands), for which Meteor Systems supplied the growing system. "We started in 2005 in a 12,000 m² pepper greenhouse that we converted for...

From the end of January, the Greek cucumber season has also expanded to the mainland of the country, with the first region joining the harvest being Trifylia in the Peloponnese. At this moment, the yield is standing at high levels, but the marketing course is negative. Mr. Giorgos...

As of March 1, 2026, Jan Hanemaaijer has joined Syngenta's glasshouse vegetable team. With his extensive experience in greenhouse horticulture, Jan will be a familiar face to many. The breeding company is therefore pleased that he is strengthening the Syngenta team. Jan will work as Key Account Manager…

The Defra guidance has been updated in relation to the type of seasonal work on farms, who can apply, where you can find work, how to avoid scams and working on UK farms. Seasonal work on farms usually involves planting, harvesting and packing crops. It is suitable for people with all levels of…

One in five agricultural entrepreneurs in the Netherlands reports frequently or constantly worrying about the financial future and continuity of their business. This is according to a member survey conducted by Dutch agricultural organization LTO Noord among more than a thousand farmers and growers. The…

Stimera, formerly known as BioAge, was founded by Reuben Rampersad, who will stay on to lead product development, formulation strategy and pipeline expansion.

Salty Soils: Sea levels are rising, and farmers and researchers are finding “salty” solutions. As global warming accelerates and the ice caps melt, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) scientists predict that sea levels along the East Coast of North America will rise a foot by...

Joe Produce said its updated platform offers an easier-to-use experience, improved technology and the same personal support for employers and job seekers across the produce industry.

You can pep up your cooking by growing wild garlic, crow garlic and three-cornered leekUnlike most gardeners, I’m not especially captivated by spring bulbs. I do love that they symbolise the return of fairer weather, but I only have the tulips and narcissi that I adopted when we moved here and,...

Garden Q&A: Your Garden Questions, Answered! One of our favorite things to do on the podcast is to hear from you, our loyal listeners. We recently scrolled through our emails…

2025 HARPER PRIZE SHORTLIST: For the next two weeks, we are featuring the articles shortlisted for the 2025 Harper Prize. The Harper Prize is an annual award for the best early career research paper published in Journal of Ecology. Paul Kühn & Raymond Umazekabiri’s ‘Nitrogen content of herbarium...

RE:Circle Organics offers TraceOS™ for effective emissions tracking, aiding businesses in meeting California's compliance requirements. The post RE:Circle Organics’ TraceOS Platform Targets California Climate Disclosure Requirements appeared first on iGrow News.

Federal agencies have increasingly branded some of their research and policy work as “gold standard science” in response to an executive order issued in May 2025. But using a simplified label risks misleading the public about how scientific evidence is actually produced, evaluated, and used.

Designing this garden in Victoria, Canada, was something of a departure for landscape designer Fi Campbell. For one, this project was personal, not professional: Campbell had purchased the house for her college-aged daughter to live in during her school years, and as a result, the budget was...

Nonsensical AI-generated videos, sometimes depicting dangerous behaviors like children walking down the middle of a busy street, or an infant eating whole grapes, are being posted at an rapid clip on YouTube. Child development experts are alarmed by how the content — often labeled as...