A propagation and plant-growing device in one
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"After much anticipation, our Hydrostarter is finally available for purchase on our website. But that's not all, we've also secured a patent for our reusable propagation device. It's a testament to our dedication to sustainability and innovation," says Matthias Dicks, the Co-founder of Sinterra. The ..read more
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Panel to explore regional differences in organic produce sales
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Organic Produce Summit announced a new educational panel taking place at the event. The session, "How Regional Retailers are Growing Organic Fresh Produce Sales," will focus on the ways retailers are growing organic fresh produce businesses and explore how regional players compete in different geographic ..read more
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Purdue-USDA team develops fast-track process for genetic improvement of plant traits
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Researchers interested in improving a given trait in plants can now identify the genes that regulate the trait's expression without doing any experiments. Purdue University's Kranthi Varala, and 10 co-authors published the details of the new web-based regulatory gene discovery tool in the April 23 issue ..read more
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Hybrid mango cultivation in Himachal Pradesh
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The Horticulture Department has initiated a progeny-cum-demonstration orchard by cultivating 605 hybrid and traditional mango plants at Jachh in August 2021. After three years, these plants have begun to bear fruits, aligning with the expectations of horticulture experts. This development has garnered ..read more
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US (WA): 242,000 sqft lettuce greenhouse debuts
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Local Bounti Northwest made its official debut in Pasco on Tuesday morning. The young ag tech firm celebrated operations at its 242,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse with a ribbon cutting, a visit by company executives and an employee appreciation lunch at the site, near East Lewis and "A" streets. The ..read more
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"The situation forces us in Finland to find alternative origins for Spain and other southern producer countries"
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The climatic challenges across Europe, especially in Spain as a main supplier to Finland, is driving importers in the Scandinavian country to look to other supplying countries to mitigate their risk. Keeping the Finnish market supplied in the right windows, in a market known for their high fruit and ..read more
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Israeli businesses are looking for indirect routes to resume imports from Turkey
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Turkey's decision to suspend all bilateral trade with Israel, valued at $7 billion annually, has significantly impacted both importers and exporters, compelling them to seek alternative routes and sources amidst the ongoing disruption of maritime trade in the Red Sea. This disruption has diminished the ..read more
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Greenhouse locations migrate and product innovation continues
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For many years, greenhouse growers have been growing produce in the same location and were either East Coast based, or West Coast based. However, in recent years, the trend of migration has set in. "The division between East and West is fading," says Kevin Batt, Oppy's Category Director of Greenhouse ..read more
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Nigeria's agricultural sector faces challenges due to increased production costs
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Nigeria's agricultural sector, encompassing crop production, livestock, forestry, and fishing, contributes significantly to the nation's GDP, with a notable share of 23.69% in 2022. However, this contribution witnessed a decline, falling to 19.63% in the first quarter of 2023. This sector, crucial for ..read more
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'Significant potential to increase Egyptian exports to Switzerland'
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Swiss enterprises are poised to explore investment prospects across diverse sectors in Egypt. These opportunities hinge on a myriad of factors, including market demand, the regulatory landscape, and competitive advantages, according to Kamal Abdelmalek, the Chairperson of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce in ..read more
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