Category: Technology
Robotics being tested sorting Vidalia onions
In time for this year’s Vidalia sweet onion harvest, robotics are helping sort onions on Georgia farms.
Packaging industry innovator dies
Kenneth Fox, founder of Fox Packaging, has died.
BioTek Ag acquired by Custom Agronomics
Custom Agronomics has acquired BioTek Ag to expand its focus on nutrient use efficiency products.
Canadian greenhouse lighting effort involves strawberries
Strawberries are a part of Canada’s Center for Horticultural Innovation’s search for the best possible supplemental lighting to integrate into the greenhouse industry.
FDA to hear comments on leveraging technology
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has scheduled a virtual and in-person meeting to seek ideas on how the agency can leverage data and technology to advance food safety.
Verdant enters broccoli partnership
Verdant Technologies is expanding the adoption of its trademarked HarvestHold Fresh product in Canada to improve the sustainability and efficiency of the North American broccoli supply chain.
“FoldBot” robot reduces cardboard folding
It’s an ugly fact that billions of plastic produce clamshells end up in landfills each year.
Acadian, Koppert partnership to expand biostimulant access
Acadian Plant Health, a biostimulant technologies provider, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Koppert USA, a biological crop protection and natural pollination supplier.
Edible Gardens vertical integration program starts with herbs
Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) grower Edible Garden AG Inc. is switching to in-house production of potted herbs, a move expected to enhance its margins.
MSU upgrades greenhouses
In late December 2022, bitterly cold days hit the Michigan State University campus.
Tech allows growers to ‘eavesdrop’ on insects
Emily Bick, assistant professor of precision pest ecology and Extension specialist for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is compiling the ultimate playlist for her field of expertise.
Corteva sets sights on biologicals, technology
Corteva Inc. has launched a platform focused on agricultural innovations, including genome editing, biologicals and other natural products.
Bland Farms’ sweet success
Long before the family name became synonymous with the iconic Vidalia sweet onion, the Bland family was known for other crops.
Veg connections: Tips on choosing robotics
Weeds threaten the specialty crop industry. Read how robots could help growers protect yields and discourage pests and pathogens from harming crops.
Cox Farms debuts with network of 17 greenhouses
Cox Enterprises has launched Cox Farms, with 17 BrightFarms and Mucci Farms greenhouse locations in North America.
Laser system controls bird pests
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Report: too much, too little water creates ag risks
California water, irrigation, water shortage, UC Merced, climate change, Extension, Environmental Defense Fund,
CE-line, Dramm partner for nutrient testing
The Dramm Corporation is offering in-line nutrient testing of irrigation water through a partnership with CE-Line.
Spray drone education offered by MSU
Michigan State University is offering a new event for spray drone pilots, and those interested in using spray drones.