Category: Controlled Environment Agriculture
UF/IFAS launches free irrigation training series for greenhouse and nursery staff
UF/IFAS launched a free bilingual irrigation training series for greenhouse and nursery staff. Explore the modules, learn practical watering skills and reduce overwatering.
LED interlighting boosts greenhouse yields
Greenhouse trials found LED intercanopy lighting increased tomato and cucumber yields by up to 24% under high light conditions. Explore the data and learn how growers improved canopy light distribution.
Strengthening root zone dynamics with engineered wood fiber
Engineered wood fiber improves airspace, moisture control and crop uniformity in greenhouse media. Learn how refined fibers support healthier root zones and explore proven growing strategies.
Benefits of updating greenhouse climate controls go beyond providing plants with proper temperature and humidity
Learn when to replace greenhouse environmental controls and how upgrades improve irrigation, climate management and efficiency.
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.