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🌍 From its debut in 1974, 𝗧𝗨𝗖𝗢 changed the game for greenhouse management, enabling precise control of climate conditions and boosting efficiency in horticulture. Today, the legacy of TUCO lives on with 𝗜𝗜𝗩𝗢, empowering growers to achieve even greater sustainability and productivity. Here’s to half a century of transforming horticulture! 🌱 #TUCO50 #innovation #horticulture #greenhousemanagement #readysetgrow

Energy Transition in Horticulture requires unified efforts from academia, industry, government, policymaker and growers. The end of the #4TUEnergySymposiumOnEnergyTransitionInHorticulture is just the start of the journey. We will continue our collaborations through the #EnergyTransitionInHorticultureConsortium. Eldert van HentenPhuong NguyenSilke HemmingJan WestraCanan AcarDirk OudesBenedicta BaduMartin WestrickTim KoningKaz VermeerBart StengsLiesanne Wieleman4TU Centre for Energy #EnergyTransition #Horticulture

Within the realms of agriculture and horticulture, our technology serves as an innovative Green Platform specializing in biologically remediating soil. This advancement enables cultivation using saline water resources, minimizes water consumption, and boosts plants' capacity to thrive on saline water, resulting in the production of safe agricultural and horticultural yields. #envirotech #envirotech_agricultural_llc #climatechange #climate_change

Should development applications be required for intensive horticulture? Yesterday I was grateful for the opportunity to present to Nambucca Valley Council in favour of the proposed DA requirements drawing on examples of the downstream problems from my research, the lack of accountability and current limitations in regulation. DAs could help ensure new horticultural developments are compatible with the environment, include buffer zones to protect #waterways and neighbouring properties, as well as appropriate systems and design for managing nutrient and pesticide run-off. The councillors asked some great questions, so we discussed various approaches for engaging farmers as part of the solution for reducing #pesticide use. Southern Cross University #SuperStarsOfSTEM

In his look ahead to 2025, NFU Horticulture and Potatoes Board chair Martin Emmett updates on how the NFU is working to address issues affecting the sector, and what needs to be done to secure its future. Read more👉https://ow.ly/7z5950Uwwtg

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝘅𝘆𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Horticulture farming intensifies vegetation coverage, leading to higher oxygen levels. This is crucial, especially in urban areas where air quality is often compromised. 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 & 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Plants absorb carbon dioxide, and with systematic horticulture farming, the sequestration of greenhouse gases becomes more efficient. This natural process significantly contributes to the reduction of atmospheric pollution. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 Beyond carbon, plants filter out pollutants, including sulfur dioxide, ammonia, and nitrogen oxides. The result? Cleaner, fresher air for everyone. 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Horticulture farming incorporates techniques like rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation, which optimizes water usage. This not only conserves a precious resource but also ensures sustainable farming practices. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗘𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 The root systems of plants in horticultural farms help to bind the soil and prevent erosion. This preserves soil health and ensures that farms remain productive for future generations. 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Horticulture farming creates microhabitats that support biodiversity. Various plant species attract different wildlife, thus helping in the preservation and attraction of beneficial insects, birds, and other animals. --- Ignoring these benefits can cost communities millions in healthcare expenses and loss of biodiversity. Dealing with poor air quality and degraded environments is challenging when you’re worried about your health and well-being. That’s why gaining confidence in horticulture farming and mastering the necessary skills is so important. Which benefit resonates with you the most #HorticultureFarming #OxygenProduction #CarbonSequestration #AirQuality #WaterManagement #SoilErosionControl #WildlifePreservation #SustainableFarming #Biodiversity

🌱 The future of horticulture is here 🌱 The Hort2theFuture project is set up to drive innovation and sustainability in European horticulture by developing and promoting scalable, peat-free growing media solutions. Over 48 months, the 28 consortium partners will bring together their knowledge and expertise to: ✅ Develop growing media for use as peat alternatives in horticulture ✅ Innovate products to reduce the environmental footprint of horticulture ✅ Encourage sustainable production systems and peat alternatives ✅ Promote the commercial uptake of peat-free growing media with EU-sourced raw materials ✅ Promote a shift towards using sustainable growing media among professionals and amateur horticulturists Together, we are committed to fostering sustainable practices and innovation in the horticulture sector. Follow our journey! #Sustainability #Innovation #Horticulture #HorizonEurope

🌿 In the realm of Horticulture, the significance of precise, controlled #lighting cannot be overstated. Plants rely on light not just for growth but for achieving optimal health and yield, so the quality of lighting in a controlled environment plays a pivotal role. In our latest blog, we share our own experiences within this growing sector - including several case studies which highlight how we've made a significant difference for businesses across the UK. https://lnkd.in/eE-7RMzW

We know that peat is hugely important to our natural world. As well as a great habitat for wildlife, it's valuable for combatting climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide in the air and locking it into the ground. It acts like a sponge, helping to prevent floods and can also help to improve water quality so we have cleaner water. That's why, together with growers, gardeners, retailers and environmental charities, we're calling for legislation to #EndPeatSales. "We are proof that peat is not required for British horticulture to flourish. Between us we grow, buy and sell millions of exceptional quality peat-free plants every single year. With a fair, well managed and supported transition, there is a bright, successful future ahead for a fully peat-free, proudly sustainable UK horticultural industry. But legislation is required if this future is to be realised." Learn more and find out how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/e8Va5k8Y

Sampling Horticulture in Southern England ... Our Operators are hard at work in the fields across Europe and beyond. But closer to home, we recently measured the soil organic carbon stocks of a large horticultural company—The height of the specifically created beds wasn't an issue for our ATV. Soil is more than a growing medium; it’s one of the planet's most critical carbon sinks. In horticulture, soil health plays a pivotal role in productivity. To ensure it is there for the future, interest is growing in making these systems more sustainable. Through precise soil organic carbon measurement, we provide data that growers can use as evidence that they have taken actionable steps to remove carbon from the atmosphere and enhance soil resilience. 🌍 📌 Learn more about how we measure: https://lnkd.in/e2-SNcCA #horticulture #growing #soil #soilcarbon #soilhealth