Plant Health
Managing cool-season diseases in ornamental greenhouse production
Winter greenhouse conditions are marked by lower light levels, cooler temperatures and higher humidity, creating an environment where many pathogens thrive. While many crops, such as geraniums and pansies, prefer cooler temperatures, cool-season conditions also... more »
Biotalys partners with 21st.BIO to scale biocontrol
Biotalys has entered a strategic partnership with 21st.BIO to accelerate production of its protein-based agricultural biocontrol products, the companies announced Jan. 23. The collaboration will use 21st.BIO’s precision fermentation platform to support commercial-scale manufacturing of... more »
EPA registers Syngenta Vykenda for ornamental growers
Syngenta has received federal registration from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for Vykenda insecticide-miticide for use in ornamental production, the company announced Dec. 19, 2025. Vykenda introduces a new class of chemistry for the ornamental... more »
EPA approves Biotalys biofungicide for US growers
Biotalys has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approval for EVOCA, its first biofungicide, marking the company’s initial U.S. regulatory clearance for a protein-based fungicide. EVOCA targets botrytis, commonly known as gray mold, and powdery mildew... more »
Bgreen releases organic pruning tool care spray
Bgreen, a California-based company producing sustainable agriculture products, has introduced RETAIN, an organic fluid designed to clean and maintain pruning tools. The product is available through Amazon and Walmart.com. According to the company, pruning tools... more »
Mealybug management: Have we reached an impasse?
Answer: A waxy coating, quick reproduction and overlapping generations can make control tough. Mealybugs are one of the most challenging insect pests to manage in greenhouse production systems. The female mealybug life cycle consists of... more »
EPA proposes approval for Biotalys Evoca biofungicide
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a proposed registration decision to approve Biotalys’ first biofungicide, Evoca, marking a major regulatory milestone for the Belgium-based agricultural technology company. The proposed approval opens a 15-day public... more »
Syngenta receives EPA approval for Trefinti nematicide, fungicide
Syngenta has received federal registration from the Environmental Protection Agency for Trefinti nematicide/fungicide, a new product designed to control nematodes and certain plant diseases in ornamental crops. State registrations are in progress, and product availability... more »
Atticus introduces 69 brand alternatives for 2026
Atticus has announced the introduction of 69 brand alternatives for Market Year 2026 as growers continue to face an agricultural recession and end-users manage tighter budgets. The company says the additions are designed to offer... more »
UF offers November online courses in climate, disease management
The University of Florida will offer two online greenhouse training courses focused on climate and disease management, running Nov. 10 to Dec. 12, 2025. The courses are designed for greenhouse and controlled-environment growers seeking to... more »
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