Category: Controlled Environment Agriculture
Updated greenhouse pest control guides add biopesticide guidance, product changes
MSU Extension updates greenhouse pest and disease guides. Explore the new products, biopesticide guidance and resistance management strategies that have been added for 2026.
Greenhouse growers shift from cutting energy costs to optimizing crop performance
Growers are shifting from cutting energy use to optimizing it for crop performance. See how electrification and pricing volatility reshape greenhouse production.
Biotalys biofungicide EVOCA gains Florida registration
EPA approves Biotalys’ EVOCA biofungicide for U.S. growers. Learn more about targeting botrytis and powdery mildew in greenhouse and field crops.
Premier Tech enters vertical farming market with Inno-3B, Artechno deals
Premier Tech launched a new CEA division after acquiring Inno-3B and Artechno to deliver integrated vertical farming solutions. Explore how this expansion will deliver integrated solutions for growers worldwide.
CEA Alliance releases updated food safety guidelines for leafy greens, herbs
The CEA Alliance updated its food safety guidelines for leafy greens and herbs to reflect new science and regulations, including traceability and water rules. The second edition builds on the widely used 2023 version.
ISHS group details tools and datasets for tracking plant water status
Researchers are advancing methods to measure plant water transport and status, combining sap flow techniques with additional sensors and expanding global datasets. These tools help scientists and growers better understand plant responses to water stress and changing environmental conditions.
Dialing in spring nutrition: A plan for annuals
Fertilizer decisions go far beyond just feeding plants. Nitrogen form, phosphorus levels and micronutrient management all play a role in controlling growth and improving crop quality.
Greenhouse tech becomes essential infrastructure
Greenhouse operations are entering a new era where technology is no longer optional. From climate automation to energy efficiency and robotics, growers are investing in smarter systems to stay competitive and resilient.
CCS replaces legacy DOS fertigation system at Harrow Research Centre
Harrow Research and Development Centre replaced its legacy DOS-based fertigation system with a modern Windows-based platform from Climate Control Systems. The upgrade maintains existing nutrient control methods while improving usability and support.
2026 Pest & Disease Survey Report
Pest pressure isn’t going away — it’s evolving. See what growers are dealing with now and how they’re adapting.
How good substrates can go bad with improper management
Water management — not the substrate itself — is often the root cause of plant performance issues. This article breaks down how irrigation, fertilizer and substrate choices interact, and what growers can do to avoid costly mistakes.
Biotalys, Syngenta reach research milestone in bioinsecticide development
Biotalys and Syngenta report early success in developing a protein-based bioinsecticide, moving into next research phase. The collaboration targets resistance and regulatory challenges.
Controlled environment systems could expand US strawberry production in off-season months
Study finds controlled environment systems could boost off-season strawberry production and improve yields in the south central U.S.
Eight companies join CEA Alliance as membership growth continues
The CEA Alliance expanded its membership in the first quarter of 2026 by adding eight companies, including growers and suppliers. The additions reflect continued growth in controlled environment agriculture.
Entrapment insecticide expands EPA crop label for CEA production
Entrapment insecticide gains EPA approval for all crop groups, expanding pest control options for greenhouse and specialty crop growers. Learn key label updates and explore application benefits.
Syngenta Professional Solutions names new leader amid retirement
Syngenta names a new North America leader as Scott Reasons retires after 40 years. See what it means for the company and explore impacts on growers.