Circular Horticulture

Find out more about new developments to increase circularity and sustainability in protected horticulture

How can we meet fresh food demands for the rapidly growing population? By 2050 there will be an estimated 9+ billion people inhabiting the earth, but food supplies will be insufficient. Protected horticulture can ensure high quality production and contribute to global food security. Sustainable and circular cultivation is therefore a necessity. Big challenges such as a restricted availability of fresh water, an excess of greenhouse gas emissions, pest control are only a few of the issues that require urgent attention. How can indoor crop growers re-use or recycle their input resources such as water, materials and by-products? You’ll read about it here.

Koppert Cress uses new hot water storage that lowers CO2 emissions

24 October 2017

WILL THE NEXT VERTICAL FARM COME FROM AN IKEA BOX?

20 October 2017

Smart leaf sensors to dictate sustainable irrigation, maintain plant health

12 October 2017

In the spotlight: The F&H Crone Story

15 September 2017

OPAC86E Anti-condensation film is more than just energy-saving

27 July 2017

Benefits of Nature seeks help creating a realtime footprint

13 June 2017

The Floating Food Farm - For healthy and sustainable food

13 June 2017

Water storage is not something to wait with

20 December 2016