Hydroponic system to save time and energy
A rotating fully automatic enclosed system for green leafy plants, herbs, young plants and tissue culture, which is suitable for all climates, is accumulating interest in many different parts of the world.

Protected cultivation rising in China
Greenhouse cultivation is rising in China. In general, methods remain diverse and simple but modern glasshouse structures are starting to make their mark in the industry.

Water savings with smart valve 
A simple valve which delivers water to plants when their reservoir is empty is making large savings for a grower in water-short Australia.

Minimise the increasing risk of fire
The increasing use of electrical equipment and screens have combined to put the greenhouse at a much greater risk of fire.

More light with high transparent panels
Treated glass solar panels allow more light to enter the greenhouse than ordinary glass, resulting in about 10% extra PAR transmission, a discovery made by accident in Germany.

Natural virus controls voracious pest
Traditional control methods have been combined with science to produce an integrated pest management strategy to fight pod borer and increase crop yields.

New era of shipping for perishables
Two state-of-the-art reefers are allowing Agrexco to speed up the transportation of fresh produce by sea and at the same time make cost savings.

Alternative ways to disinfect soil
Methyl bromide has been used to manage soil borne disease and pests of strawberries for 30 years. Many countries have already banned the toxic substance and the rest will follow next year. There are some alternative methods of control.

Durban trade centre is key to prosperity
A multi-million dollar development should unlock a part of South Africa's potential for trade in quality produce.