Rising interest for sturgeons and eels in aquaponics

In Japan, the GPEC Tokyo exhibition highlighted the demand for smaller, cost-effective solutions suited to local growers, while the interest in aquaponics, particularly with sturgeons and eels, is on the rise.

In Europe, companies like Lans in the Netherlands are expanding tomato production, focusing on scalable solutions, while the Sicilian Pachino PGI tomato continues to be a key focus of both production and marketing.

In North America, Nature Fresh Farms focuses on AI-powered greenhouse automation in collaboration with Koidra to optimize productivity.

Additionally, the growing use of climate control systems, energy-efficient innovations, and robotics in breeding programs are helping growers tackle challenges such as labor shortages and climate extremes across the globe.

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Japan: GPEC Tokyo showcasing highly sought-after low-tech and small-scale solutions

"It's great to see a show this size take place in Japan for the horticulture industry," said a US researcher present, commenting on the turnout. Mainly…

Tomato grower further expands to address tomato craze

The land purchased by Lans in Dinteloord, Netherlands, is being developed in phases. Kubo is now constructing phase 2, which, like phase 1, will span…

"Thanks to the rugose virus resistant varieties, we will be able to plant 10-12 days earlier this year"

As already anticipated by some operators before the end of last season, this year's tomato planting cycles in Almeria are expected to start earlier to…

A field trip to discover the Sicilian Pachino PGI tomato

"Prices of EUR 0.40 per kg are an insult"

Over the past few days, the Sicilian Pachino PGI tomato has been the subject of an educational field trip. An entire morning was dedicated to learning…

700-ton telescopic crane helps install new energy system

Energy supply in greenhouse horticulture is increasingly relying on electricity as the industry becomes more sustainable. Dutch tomato giant, Looye…

partnering with Koidra

Nature Fresh Farms to start AI-powered greenhouse automation trial

Nature Fresh Farms, one of the largest greenhouse growers in North America, has launched a new trial partnership with Koidra, active in AI-based…

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Japan: Interest in aquaponics with sturgeons and eels

"We're working with sturgeons, tilapia, and goldfish and it's been working great so far. Tilapia are favorable for their taste, whereas there's a steep…

The special features of Finland's soft fruit business

Berry cultivation in Finland has undergone a major change in the last 10 years. Strawberries and raspberries, which are the most important crops, have…

Vincent Kickert, ARC Technology:

"Adding climate systems without finding the right balance can result in a setback"

"This is the situation that I often come across: a grower has a climate system, but they're not getting the optimal results. So they search for another…

Protecting from heat, humidity, and hurricanes

Retractable roof system creates optimal conditions to grow lettuce in Jamaica

Known for its tropical climate and beautiful beaches, the island of Jamaica is also home to a vibrant lettuce industry. For many decades, lettuce has…

How will robotization affects Bayer De Ruiter's breeding program?

Certhon's robot has now been active in Bayer's Experience Centre for two years. For those who ponder whether robotization has any impact at all on…

Henan goes high-tech with 27 ha greenhouse project

Agriculture has historically been a big sector in China, and within the country, the Henan province is a major agricultural force. When you combine

Celebrating 50 years of ETFE leadership

Japan: "Our F-Clean solutions last more than 30 years, ensuring long-term value and minimizing waste"

"In winter, condensation can reduce light transmission and harm plants. Our special coating ensures condensation forms a thin water layer instead of…

"Growficient gives reliable insight without weight scales"

Data helps Farma Bezdinek automate cultivation

In 2018, Farma Bezdínek started growing tomatoes on five hectares. Five years later, the Czech company already has 15 hectares of greenhouses, and its…

Rijk Zwaan celebrates its 100-year anniversary

The company Rijk Zwaan's Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel first saw the light of day in 1924 in Rotterdam. The fascinating 100-year history of this company, the…

Australian strawberry market: focus on techniques, variety selection and propagation

Australia is a huge country. In terms of surface area, but also certainly in terms of horticulture, a sector that is very diverse Down Under. Around…

Photoreport: Visit to JPFA's headquarters and Chiba campus tour

Japan: Bridging the gap between scientific research and business opportunities

"We go beyond research with partners. Together, we're making sure that JPFA members, consisting of growers, suppliers, and individuals, fully…

"solution that combines financing, development, and operation"

Dutchies plan to realize 8 x 8 ha in Canada

"We see that there is global interest in realizing horticultural projects, but also that many projects stumble over securing financing or the…

ToBRFV in Australia, what can growers do?

"Fear is driving decisions right now, but it's not the best advisor"

After years of successfully avoiding the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV), Australia has now reported its first known cases, with two…