Gretchen Schimelpfenig is one of those people who seem to fit more into their working week than many of us find time for in a month. She works with greenhouse owners on energy projects and accessing rebates and grants, and runs Cornell University’s GLASE Consortium on greenhouse lighting and control, speaks at green industry conferences, and plays first fiddle in the Hildegard String Quartet. From a Vermont forest home, she manages to combine an engineer’s optimism, with a deep-felt mission to reduce the climate impact of horticulture and the built world.
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In Conversation with… Peet van Adrichem
He is still actively involved in HortiTech, but now that he is approaching retirement age, he mainly focuses on preparing 'his boys'. In our conversation with Peet van Adrichem we discuss how the company uses Dutch expertise worldwide to stimulate the agricultural sector.
More Ontario light abatement projects to qualify for funding as Enbridge Gas broadens incentive program, boosts potential savings
Growers in Leamington and other regions of Ontario can now benefit from incentives for light abatement screens that previously didn’t qualify under the Enbridge Gas Agriculture Custom Incentive Program.
Dian Smith Joins Ludvig Svensson North America as General Manager
Ludvig Svensson North America is excited to announce the appointment of Dian Smith as the new General Manager, effective June 3rd.
"Svensson's PARperfect solution perfectly suits our flexibility needs in seedling cultivation." - Zhan Ruiqi of Tangchao
The Xiamen Tangchao Horticultural Breeding Center is preparing for the 2024 Xiamen International Flower Trials, aiming to showcase top-tier flower varieties. Leveraging advanced climate control technology from Svensson, they prioritize delivering high-quality seedlings and optimizing greenhouse functionality. Recognized for their seedling quality and sustainable practices, Tangchao remains committed to collaboration for further growth and expansion.
In conversation with… Ad van Kester
There are some big names in tomato growing that you simply cannot ignore – one key example is Agro Care. With branches in four countries, seven locations and a team of 2,500 employees, Agro Care is an important player in the European tomato market. They grow tomatoes all year round, strive for sustainability and value collaboration. Ad van Kester is the Operational Director at Agro Care. He is responsible for Dutch production and plays a crucial role in the strategy and activities of this leading greenhouse horticulture company. How does he view the market? The trends and developments? And of course the globalization of the sector?
In Almería, more and more traditional greenhouses are improving technologically, and producers are noticing the changes
Agriculture, especially greenhouse production, represents an important economic pillar for Almeria, thanks to its extensive greenhouse area. Experts like Nelson Pérez bring valuable knowledge to the agricultural industry. The interview given by Nelson to Antonio del Rosal, editor of AgroDifusión, during his participation in AgroRadio, provides a unique opportunity to share with growers all about Svensson's Climate Solutions.
A new blog for growers in the world’s warm climates from Svensson's consultants
Welcome to our new blog! We are excited to present this space dedicated to growers in the areas with the warmest climates in the world, where we will share tips, trial data, and innovative solutions to face the unique challenges that these regions present.
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In conversation with… Sjaak Bakker
Sjaak Bakker was manager of the Greenhouse Horticulture and Flower Bulbs business unit at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) until the end of 2022. Although he recently retired, he is still actively involved in the work. WUR is currently renovating the greenhouses where research and tests are carried out. Due to his extensive experience and expertise, WUR has asked Sjaak to help coordinate these innovations, at least until the end of 2024. He is therefore still using his knowledge and skills to successfully lead this process.
Project Highlighted: KP Holland
KP Holland, a well-known producer in the world of breeding and plant nurseries, recently purchased the greenhouse from its neighbor in De Lier and thoroughly renovated it. Roy van der Knaap shares his enthusiasm about the transformation of the greenhouse, including the installation of brand new climate screens. The installation was carried out by Peter Dekker Installations (PDI).
‘I had a hunch, but not that we would cut a week to ten days off our growing time' – Michael Vietti of Sunridge
“Talk to the professionals and try something new,” he says. “Slowly transition by doing side-by-side trials. Start with just one bay and see how it goes,” he adds. When the Svensson Harmony trial results were in and Michael Vietti realized the hunch had paid off, he decided he didn’t want to keep what he’d learned to himself.
