New study identifies scope for more innovation in horticulture
A unique study has taken a thoughtful approach to understand why parts of the horticulture industry do not take up some of the innovative ideas that emerge from universities and research institutes, as well as other areas of the industry. The study has been undertaken by PhD student Jonathan Menary from Warwick Crop Centre, part […]
New research into full spectrum lighting for horticulture
Ampleon today announced that it has entered into a collaborative research project with the HAS University of Applied Sciences in Den Bosch, The Netherlands into the use of full spectrum lighting for horticultural applications. In addition the project will validate and summarize current research and investigations that are available. Lighting plays an increasing role in […]
Heembouw realising new manufacturing plant for Jiffy International
Heembouw is soon to start the realisation of a new manufacturing plant for Jiffy International in the Netherlands. The new plant will be located at the Oude Maasweg in Zwijndrecht , encompassing 25,000 m2 production area and 550 m2 office space as well as include a harbour facility. ‘Habeon Architects’ stands for the design of […]
Move towards responsible growing media in UK horticulture
A major project funded by Defra, the Horticultural Development Company (HDC) and Industry is set to ease the move towards responsibly sourced growing media. The project, ‘Transition to responsibly sourced growing media use within UK horticulture’, is worth a £1 million over the next five years and has emerged from the previous work of the […]
HIP takes a ‘HAPI’ coordinating role
The Horticulture Innovation Partnership (the HIP) was formed in 2013 to stimulate innovation in the UK horticulture and potato supply chain and will take the lead in the coordination of HAPI. It will bring academic researchers and industry together to deliver improved yields of better quality fresh produce through more sustainable farming practices. The fresh […]