AI and plant science are transforming greenhouse cultivation. By leveraging data-driven insights, growers can optimize irrigation, predict yields, and enhance overall efficiency for sustainable agriculture.

AI and Plant Science: Transforming Greenhouses

In order to increase harvest security, more and more vegetables are grown in greenhouses. However, the climate can still have an impact, for example due to a shortage of irrigation water. “Extreme weather can have a major impact on seed quality and germination”, says Research Manager Seed Technology Agnieszka Doroszuk-Van der Wurff (Rijk Zwaan). In this article, you will find out about the varieties that are specifically suited to regions where extreme weather is common.

Varieties tailored for every climate

Growing your operation also asks for sufficient people. We asked Agro Care, Van Iperen and AVAG about the difficulties that comes with attracting people to work in horticulture. To what extent is attracting talent essential for growers, their technologies, and achieving the sustainability goals?

'Today's green fingers will be digitalized'

Podcast: The main challenges of labour in greenhouses

More and more horticultural entrepreneurs see robotization as a solution within their business operations as an alternative to expensive and scarce personnel, but also to increase efficiency in the company. We spoke with Nicolas Salmon of Aisprid, winner of the Robot Challenge at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024.

‘Without robots, our food sovereignty will be at risk’

Podcast: Innovation in horticulture

Learn about opportunities for manufacturing, innovation, and nearshoring through this trade mission to Mexico.

Handelsmissie Maakindustrie & Nearshoring naar Mexico

Learn how water treatment and management can improve crop quality, enhance taste, and support sustainable horticultural production.

‘Clean water also improves quality and taste of product’

Discover key takeaways from GreenTech Power Day, where experts explored storytelling, brand ambassadors, and stronger industry engagement.

Power Day: Ambassadors and storytelling 'Key to Success'

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AI and Plant Science: Transforming Greenhouses

Varieties tailored for every climate

'Today's green fingers will be digitalized'

Podcast: The main challenges of labour in greenhouses

‘Without robots, our food sovereignty will be at risk’

Podcast: Innovation in horticulture

Handelsmissie Maakindustrie & Nearshoring naar Mexico

‘Clean water also improves quality and taste of product’

Power Day: Ambassadors and storytelling 'Key to Success'

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