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July 27, 2026
Combating Leaf Mould and Powdery Mildew in Greenhouse Tomatoes 2026
It's been eight years since I first wrote about controlling leaf mould. While many of the principles still apply, growers now have more tools available, making it a good time to revisit what works and where disease management is heading.
July 27, 2026
General Team Registration Now Open – Grower2Grower Golf Day 2026
Secure your team's place at the 2026 Grower2Grower Golf Day before all spots are filled.
July 27, 2026
Practical Spray Workshop for greenhouse growers
Upskill with the ALT spray workshops 2026
July 27, 2026
GrowWise smart spectrum helps growers save energy or boost crop growth through automated spectrum optimization
“With just a few clicks, we achieved approximately 2% more light on the crop”
July 13, 2026
Why Botrytis has become such a challenge this winter
The objective is not to grow a vegetative crop or a weak generative crop. The objective is to grow a balanced crop with enough vigour to support the fruit load while maintaining healthy leaf quality.
July 13, 2026
Covered Cropping NZ Conference: A Day of Practical Learning and Industry Connection
Wednesday, 12 August, at LaValla, Tuakau, South Auckland
July 13, 2026
Philips LED lighting enables precise winter growing at Truly Green Farms (Canada)
For Truly Green Farms, winter tomato production depends on having the right lighting system in place.
July 14, 2026
This year Young Horticulturist of the Year celebrates 21 years!
We're proud to play a part in inspiring emerging leaders in the industry and thank you for your support.
July 14, 2026
More air movement, fewer gaps, more energy savings
"The major challenge in the energy transition is to continue growing healthy and vital crops with less energy"
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June 15, 2026
Winter Bites
Low Light, High Disease Pressure and the Importance of Keeping Crops Generative. Winter is often the period that determines whether a crop finishes profitably or simply survives until spring.
June 1, 2026
A major milestone has been reached in Direct Air Capture and agriculture
Strategic alliance will establish a decentralized, fossil-free CO₂ supply for a vital greenhouse cluster in the Netherlands that spans 80 hectares
June 29, 2026
How stone wool and lighting can change the game for strawberry growers
An ever- higher number of strawberry growers are discovering the benefits of Controlled Environment Agriculture
June 1, 2026
Ground-Source Heating: Lessons from a Leading UK Greenhouse Operation
An in-depth look at the ground-source heat pump system heating Stewarts Garden Centre in England and the opportunities this technology may offer commercial greenhouse growers in New Zealand.
May 19, 2026
Food Costs in England – “Cheap as Chips in the Supermarket, Astronomical Eating Out”
Yesterday (18 May) I returned from more than three weeks in UK. As usual, my first port of call when arriving in England was the supermarket — and particularly the vegetable section, much to the annoyance of my wife. Before long I was snapping photos of my favourite greenhouse vegetables.
June 1, 2026
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is calling for submissions on a proposal to restrict the use of insecticides containing bifenthrin.
The public consultation runs from 21 May - 21 July 2026.
