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Virginia-based Pluck'd and its team of a collective 200 years of greenhouse experience:

“The team analyzed over half a billion data points from every weather station east of the Mississippi"

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resulting in higher yields

Biostimulants affect root development: higher mass and more active tips

Organic grower goes from powder to precision with coating

Mesh specialist has an eye for detail: insect mesh is easier to install and better protected against winter weather

Berry companies unite to connect breeding innovation with market demand

First Inspire strawberries of the new season harvested

Sector | Greenhouse expansion projects

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Ghana: CSIR-CRI launches climate-smart greenhouse project
Switzerland:

Greenhouse area grows, number of greenhouse operations declines

Nigerian university teaches students about profitable agriculture through greenhouse growing

Taiwan boosts greenhouse blueberry production to reduce imports

Latvian greenhouses keep winter production despite frost and higher heating costs

LIFE Aclimate launches pilot greenhouse plantings to validate climate resilient technologies

170 cm of snow in seven days, and a greenhouse that withstands

Sector | Cultivation

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Japanese grower cultivates bananas year-round in snowy Fukui

Greenhouse cucumber production declines as costs rise and imports grow in Poland

Delivering precise crop yield optimisation in Kazakhstan

Mexico hits peak supply on bell peppers

Mexican blueberry growers boost yields with new genetics and hydroponics

Are additives in plastic sheeting impacting the pollination of horticultural crops in Almeria?

Reduced thrip pressure is beneficial side effect of retractable roof greenhouse

Sector | Technique

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Dutch horticulture glimpses into future

Energy hot topic on Dutch tradeshow HortiContact

“We’re making Revoponics work for India's urban farms”

Metazet presents new TubeRaiser tube rail lift at HortiContact

Greenhouse digitalization moves at different speeds, but with a shared goal

Assisted pollination gains traction as technical support in challenging conditions
Cropshader launches at Fruit Logistica, Berlin

New bio-stimulant shields fruit trees from UV damage
Initiatives like plasma-based natural lighting systems intended to supplement or replace conventional greenhouse lighting

The combination of regenerative food forests and CEA starting in Southern Oregon

Sector | Climate

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Heavy snowfall in Japan damages orchards and greenhouses

Huelva's strawberry industry aims to extend the season to compensate for losses from the storms

Greenhouse growers upgrading screens in preparation for another record-breaking UK Summer

US (RI): Blizzard threatens growing season

Cold weather continues to weigh on greenhouse yields across Southern Spain

Western Mediterranean flooding highlights climate risks to UK food imports

Uzbekistan produce trade growth increases CO2 emissions

Sector | Company News

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"working through the diligence and sale process with the potential buyer"

AeroFarms signs Letter of Intent to sell company, extends potential closure window to late March

Jake Houweling transitions to Source.ag, eyes AI in horticulture

Den Berk Délice appoints Coen de Ruiter as Group CEO

Little tomato with big flavor featured at Devour Culinary Classic
focus shifts to soft fruit

Genson Group to cease leek cultivation by mid-2026
Atlas acquires Stuppy:

"By joining forces, we bring together decades of engineering excellence"

NL: Beekenkamp celebrates 75 years

Sector | Grower in the Spotlight

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Guam: Effort to grow bananas in snow bears fruit

US (MT): Growing a new vision of agriculture

Precision suckering and stem training in Romanian hydroponic cherry tomatoes

Uzbek grower increases strawberry yields with new cultivation methods

Kenya: Youth-led greenhouse system strengthens food security

South Africa: Lettuce grower finds recipe for success in outdoor hydroponics

China: Bringing daycare to the greenhouse

Sector | Crop Protection

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Brazilian tomato fields face rising pest pressure in Itapeva

US: Creating the right plan for managing thrips and TSWV in tomatoes and peppers

EU tightens maximum residue limits for key fungicides and growth regulators in fruit and vegetables

Preventing Tuta absoluta: when early control makes the difference in greenhouse tomatoes

Oriental fruit fly detection leads to Biosecurity New Zealand taking action

Micromus-System can deliver even earlier control of raspberry aphid

“A well-timed beneficial release can save weeks of frustration”

Sector | Market Information

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EC signs agreements to strengthen bilateral ties with Switzerland

Last year, the price of peppers nearly doubled from origin to destination
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops 27 Feb:

Retail produce ads dip 3% as grapes lead fruit promotions

Rainfall continues to influence São Paulo lettuce supply
Freiburg wholesale market

"Italian strawberry season starts with moderate prices and large fruits"
Rachel Mackenzie - Berries Australia

Australian blueberry exports to double with Vietnam access

War crippling Indian veg exports to the Middle East

Sector | Energy

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Huge dome will use landfill gas to grow vegetables

NL: Screens show the greatest potential to steer greenhouse industry towards climate neutrality

NL: Geothermal energy company delivers heat to Westland greenhouse growers

Four Dutch growers unite energy activities

Horticulture plays an important role in testing techniques for energy storage
demonstration in Monster greenhouse

Research on greenhouses as an energy hub

£2 million collaborative project to scale low-emissions greenhouse technology for UK growers launches

Sector | Fertilizers

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From livestock waste to organic fertilizer
Netafim introduces the NetaFlex 5G

“Without soil buffering, small changes in concentration are inevitably going to affect uptake and uniformity"

Seaweed as a low-risk step towards more resilient crops

Latest EU Commission figures reveal that fertilizer imports have dropped by 80%

Griffin Greenhouse Supplies appointed U.S. distributor for Biota Nutri fertilizers and biostimulants

Second generation of macroalgae and micro-organism-based biostimulants

DCM becomes first Belgian producer with European D1 certification for organic fertilisers

Sector | Breeding

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Scientists develop vitamin A-enriched tomato

Europe sets course for a new era in plant breeding with NGT regulation

Japan to tighten plant breeders’ rights to prevent variety leaks
Enza Zaden on the market launch of seedless pointed peppers:

"Growing demand for snack vegetables, especially mini peppers"
Jack Beattie - JCLM Farming

Good genes lead to customer satisfaction in strawberries

Unlocking the key to growing white strawberries
Pairwise partners with Wild Bio

"Our goal is to develop resilient crops for a changing planet"

Sector | Product Info

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Flavonoid-rich foods associated with happiness in U.S. women

U.S. and Europe study links dietary patterns to lower bowel cancer risk

Fresh-cut vegetable convenience shown in Orlando

Top honors handed out at PAC Global Awards

New California-grown cucumber program launches

New organic greenhouse product line unveiled

Putting premium berries in the spotlight

Sector | Open field vegetables

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Joseph Ruffo - Tripod Farmers Group

Consistency pays off for salad grower

Discovery Field Days in Murcia focus on leafy crop resistance

New campaign launched honoring field-proven varieties for growers
Anthony De Ieso - Thorndon Park Produce:

"It takes a lot of work and investment to get a good crop when it is hot"

"Promoting sustainable agriculture is about helping growers build a resilient and profitable system”

“Newer Indian okra varieties target UK and North America”

India: Making the journey from the plastic industry to strawberry growing

Sector | Substrates and starting materials

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Stefan Kreft, Gramoflor:

"We know and understand the challenges of professional horticulture and are equally aware of our strengths"
FibriTech: virgin cellulose fibers, green compost, and small amount of coir

“Peat-free horticulture finally possible with first high-performance bio-substrate”

Klasmann-Deilmann acquires VelociGro gel-plug technology

Beekenkamp Plants completes full transition to sustainable plant trays
COB group launches COB carbon:

"Our core activity is to decarbonize existing value chains"

Measuring is knowing – Discover what is happening in your substrate

Strawberries from seed: Habit or deliberate choice?

Sector | Organic cultivation

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UK: Organic sector “holding its breath” over government support announcement

India: Turning organic tomatoes into an offseason money maker

Ukraine publishes updated export-oriented catalogue of organic berry and nut producers

NL: Bejo marks 30 years of organic seeds
Álvaro Barrera, Ecovalia:

"The organic sector isn't worried about South American products entering Europe"

EU starts discussions on updating organic farming regulations

Indian man teaches himself organic cucumber growing techniques from YouTube videos

Sector | Today on social media

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Provenance Propagation

Niagara Propagators

Marcel Looije

Giuseppe Dezio

“Many growers were cautious about making the switch”

Sector | Food Safety & Sanitation

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18 tonnes of Turkmen tomatoes blocked in Orenburg region over quarantine pest

New food safety laws for berry, leafy vegetables, and melon growers

Russia continues tomato imports amid phytosanitary findings in February

Contaminated dill incident repeats in Moldova as 15 t of imported herbs are destroyed

“If Canada’s Destination Inspection Service closes, we destabilize the market and create long-term reputational damage”

Pakistani tomato sector faces heavy metal pollution risks

Canadian Food Inspection Agency plans on discontinuing their produce inspection services

Sector | Events

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CPMA 2026 early bird pricing ends this week

Vegetable processing technology showcased at IFE Manufacturing London 2026
Greenhouse AI tech “Showdown” at the Leamington Greenhouse Grower Expo

From algorithms to action: The adoption challenge in greenhouse AI

Photo report SEPC Southern Exposure

Netherlands: HortiContact 2026 in photos
“It is important that the conference is conducted in a proper, systematic manner”

AVF Asia Forum 2026 rescheduled to align with Government of India approval process

Leamington Greenhouse GrowerExpo 2026 updates

Sector | Labor and automation

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Morocco: Workers protest over "harsh" conditions

First Belgian grower starts working with snack tomato harvest robot
Labour shortage to weigh on sector

No cheap fruit and vegetables expected in Ukraine in 2026
Marcel Beelen, FineField:

"Within 5-15 years, fresh berry harvesting will be entirely mechanized"

Agrikola AI brings UVC robotics to horticulture

NASA-engineered YieldX hydroponic system scales commercially in Australia, expands to India

Labor registration as a management tool

Sector | Retail

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Just Eat Takeaway.com: "Intention to close our operations in Denmark"

Bangkok-based retailer seeks to bolster its footprint across Southeast Asia
Veritas is strengthening its footprint on the Costa del Sol

John Lewis is gearing up to buy back some of its Waitrose supermarkets
Morrisons: Sponsorship of The Great British Farm-Fest

NFU Scotland's report: Aldi continue to champion Scottish produce
Coles has recorded a $511mln profit for the second half of 2025

After seven years of losses, Grupo Dia returned to profit in 2025
Casino Group: Q4 2025 and full-year net sales

Auchan Hungary's growth strategy aims at tripling its turnover by 2032
Eroski plans over 50 outlets in 2026

Woolworths shares: Best one-day gain on record
French watchdog greenlights Groupement Les Mousquetaires’ purchase of 43 Colruyt supermarkets

Spar South Africa “continues to progress the disposal of its UK business”

Sector | Lighting

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Collaboration between BASF|Nunhems and C-LED

Innovation and research also involve the right artificial lighting

Latvia: Achieving light uniformity in the greenhouse

Smart lighting based on real-time energy prices

A proven opportunity in strawberry cultivation with indoor-grown generative young plants
engineering grow lights around shadow reduction

"Shade from lighting fixtures has a direct impact on crop performance and profitability"

New dynamic LED fixture for greenhouse growers
Bloemteknik invite:

Webinar on next-gen autonomous greenhouse lighting control

Sector | Irrigation

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Schenkeveld works with Ultramins

“Their solution shows that water quality does not have to be an uncertainty”

Continuous monitoring drives precision fertigation in hydroponic berry crops

How to estimate water savings in hydroponic strawberry cultivation using gutters and Spacers

Drone data improve yield and water use for high value horticultural crops

Hydrogen-rich irrigation systems shows promise for greenhouse crop performance

Using drip irrigation to change Zambian horticulture

Mexican border water scarcity challenges nearshoring

Sector | Medicinal production

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BotaniX’s Yishai Nissan on how vertical farming unlocks the full potential of medicinal plants

“Growing great plants is only half the battle, keeping their natural power intact is what matters”

Sector | Post-harvest & Packaging

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Sustainable net packaging systems presented for fresh produce sector

EPR reshaping fresh produce packaging

Edible coating and labelling reduce plastic and extend shelf life
Sanodyna by Garbati Group

A locally produced sanitiser that leaves no residue on fruits and vegetables
Belinda Wilson - International Fresh Produce Association A-NZ:

“Switching to recyclable or compostable packaging can provide a competitive advantage"
Accu-Label announces European entity

"European expansion reflects our vision to lead the evolution of PLU identification worldwide"
2026 PAC Global Awards

Canadian greenhouse grower recognized for revitalized brand and packaging

Sector | Education and research

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Decoding lettuce diversity to design healthier, more colorful crops

New study explores the role of far-red photons in tomato leaf photosynthesis

Floral anatomy study identifies key phenological stages to strengthen blueberry breeding programs

Australia: Horticulture center opens at Ourimbah

Air temperature during anthesis found to be critical for sweet pepper fruit size

Powering the workforce pipeline through the HRI Scholarship Program

Tomato-on-the-Vine (TOV) shared research trial

Sector | Cartoons

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Domino’s seeks Vatican forgiveness for pineapple pizza

UBC unveils world’s first mushroom-powered waterless toilet

Man sets world record by eating 85 ultra-hot 7 Pot Primo peppers

Sector | Logistics

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Shipping line launches real-time reefer container monitoring system
Third generation ready to take the reins at C. Vreugdenhil Internationaal Transport

"No grand visions, just feet firmly on the ground"

Hapag-Lloyd to acquire ZIM in US$4 billion deal

Rwanda launches direct air cargo exports for fresh produce

Storm Kristin hits Almeria as weather disrupts harvest and logistics

Japan launches rail-air export service for produce

Rwanda launches fresh produce air cargo exports

Sector | Management and funding

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UK: NFU elects its new officeholder team

Mexico: Partnership aims to promote training for AMHPAC member companies
Koppert Cress understands chefs' constant demand for new flavors and surprising products

“We’re always looking for the next special plant”

Guiding sustainable vegetable production in British Columbia

Spanish agtech Grodi raises €2.5M to unleash autonomous greenhouse robots

Agroz Inc. receives Nasdaq notification regarding minimum bid price deficiency

HortNZ calls for major changes to proposed replacement of the RMA