GreenTech is pleased to announce the nominees of the GreenTech Americas Innovation Award 2026. This new initiative is introduced to boost the efficiency, productivity, and sustainability of technologies in the industry. "As members of the jury, we were impressed by the level and diversity of innovation among the nominees. The solutions presented address key challenges in protected horticulture - from crop protection and resource use efficiency to digital decision support tools and postharvest quality. These innovations clearly demonstrate how dynamic and visionary the sector is."
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The winner will be announced during the opening ceremony on Tuesday 24 March.
The exhibition is scheduled to take place at the Querétaro Congress Center (QCC), Mexico, from Tuesday 24 – Thursday 26 March 2026.
Innovation award
Building on the impact of the GreenTech Innovation & Concept Awards in Amsterdam, this new prestigious prize is now being introduced. The award offers exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their latest developments to a broad audience. An independent jury assessed all entries based on creativity, scalability, and sustainability. Winning an award provides industry recognition but also a powerful platform for further growth, both nationally and internationally.
Nominees Innovation Award
Adaviv - Lean Cultivation Copilot: Uses AI and a smartphone camera to analyze crops without extra hardware. Improves work and productivity, even without an internet connection.
Bionomic - BioShield: Stable biological solution (without live microorganisms) that controls 'Fusarium' and 'Rhizoctonia' by inhibiting their growth. Ideal for IPM in horticultural crops.
OCS - Hydroponic System OCS: DWC-type recirculating system that saves 75% of water and more than 50% of energy. Ideal for lettuce and herbs, with a return on investment in approximately 3 years.
Sera Intelligence AG - GIP: AI platform that provides clear recommendations based on greenhouse data. Includes a hydroponic system that reduces water and energy use by 75% while maintaining high productivity.
Verdant Technology - HarvestHold Fresh: Extends the shelf life of mini cucumbers and cocktail cucumbers by up to 14 and 11 days. Reduces waste and integrates easily into existing packaging without additional equipment.
GreenTech is proud that these will be showcased at the show floor.
Jury
The jury of the GreenTech Americas Innovation Award 2026 consists of:
Félix Tarrats - CEICKOR
Jorge del Toro - Finka
Oscar Woltman - Phoenix Consulting
Frank Hoogendoorn - Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Mexico
On the website the nominees can be found here: www.greentech.nl/americas/exhibiting/innovation-award.
