Greenhouse Product News

Chemical-resistant fume hoods

UniFlow has introduced its new AireStream fume hoods, designed with an all-composite resin construction to enhance chemical resistance and flame retardance, while meeting industry standards like UL... more »

Peter Orum_founder Midwest Groundcovers and Midwest Trading

Horticulture pioneer Peter Orum passes at 84

Peter Orum, founder of Midwest Groundcovers and Midwest Trading, died Oct. 17 surrounded by family and friends. A respected figure in the horticulture industry, Orum built his companies into key players within the green industry,... more »

MSU researcher awarded $800K grant to study wood supply

Michigan State University has received an $800,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to study wood supply chains and the effects of carbon offset programs on forest product... more »

De Ruiter showcases tomato innovations at Canadian Greenhouse Conference

At this year’s Canadian Greenhouse Conference, De Ruiter presented new disease-resistant tomato varieties and digital tools for growers in protected agriculture. The brand highlighted advancements in seeds resistant to Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV),... more »

USDA ARS holds workshop on PFAS solutions for agriculture

The USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) announced outcomes from a recent workshop addressing the challenges posed by Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in agricultural soils and waters. PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” have been increasingly... more »

Dramm hosts USDA deputy secretary, showcases fertilizer expansion

The Dramm Corp. recently hosted USDA deputy secretary Xochitl Torres Small and other USDA officials for a facility tour. The family-owned company is the recipient of a $776,000 USDA Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP) grant,... more »

Sustainabloom releases new sustainability guides for floriculture

Sustainabloom, a resource for sustainability in the floriculture industry, has launched four new industry guides aimed at assisting businesses on their sustainability journeys. Developed by researchers at NC State University, the guides focus on Energy... more »

Hurricane recovery efforts expand to include mental health support

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton across the southeastern U.S., AgriSafe is offering free FarmResponse training to professionals providing counseling services to agricultural communities affected by the storms. The training,... more »

Sollum Technologies partners with Roelands Plant Farms

Sollum Technologies has announced a partnership with Roelands Plant Farms to retrofit its high-pressure sodium (HPS) fixtures with advanced dynamic LED grow lights. This collaboration aims to enhance plant production through improved lighting technology. Roelands... more »

Westerlay launches new orchid line

Westerlay Orchids has unveiled its latest offering, the Sunstone orchid, designed to capture the beauty of sunrises and sunsets. This vibrant bloom is created using a double spike 5-inch Phalaenopsis dyed with a new Sunstone... more »