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The Aquaponics Association 2019 presents program for the September Putting Out Fruits Conference

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The Aquaponics Association 2019 Board of Governors is proud to present the tentative program for the September 20-22 Putting Out Fruits Conference: https://aquaponicsassociation.org/conference-program/ The conference runs for three days and features: the top aquaponics experts from around the world; tours of commercial aquaponics operations; a vendor showroom; interactive discussions and social events for aquaponics growers […]

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Study “Costing and Profitability” with the University of Florida

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University of Florida Greenhouse Training Online courses  Costing and Profitability September 2–30, 2019 Develop the skills to accurately estimate production cost and profit for your greenhouse or nursery business. Costing & Profitability is the fourth course of the 2019 Greenhouse Training Online courses program offered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. This course is […]

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SDL – The Leaders Forum in Agtech and Sustainability

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International professionals across the supply chain come together to share initiatives and spur innovation.  Press Release, 08/05/2019 (Miami, Fl.) – SDL, an independently organized event series, announced the second round of speakers to conduct presentations during the inaugural event this October 22-24, 2019, featuring CEOs, directors and other pioneering figures in sustainability strategy and agtech.  […]

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GLASE announces its 2019 webinar and technical articles series

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Webinars The GLASE Webinar Series features the latest technological innovations and best practices in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) industry providing the participants an opportunity to discover new solutions and to connect with industry experts. The webinars are free. July 25 • 2-3 p.m. EDT – REGISTER HERESupplemental greenhouse lighting during propagationPresented by Erik Runkle […]

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University of Florida Greenhouse Training Course in Advanced Nutrient Management, Level 2

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University of Florida Greenhouse Training Online courses  Advanced Nutrient Management Train yourself, or your staff, to make better crop management decisions by learning in depth aspects of plant nutrition management. Advanced Nutrient Management is the third course of the 2019 Greenhouse Online Training program offered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. This course is […]

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2019 Five-day Introductory Training Course on Plant Factory with Artificial Lighting (PFAL)

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September 23rd – 27th, 2019  In response to increasing global demands from indoor farmers, researchers and future entrepreneurs in the exciting emerging field of plant factory with artificial lighting (PFAL), also known as vertical farm, this coming September, Japan Plant Factory Association (JPFA) together with Chiba University will host again an intensive five-day introductory training course […]

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SDLN: The Leading AgTech Networking Forum

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Connecting Global High-Level Value-Chain Leaders in Miami, Oct 22 – 24  Press Release – Keynote, a global leading event company for emerging technology, announced today the Company’s next strategic decision to expand into the AgriTech industry through a new event: Sustainability and Digitalization Leadership Network (SDLN) – Miami Forum.  The 2019 SDLN Miami Forum connects […]

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Aquaponics Association 2019 Conference

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Conference Theme Announcement: Putting Out Fruits This year’s Aquaponics Association Annual Conference theme is “Putting Out Fruits”. Putting Out Fruits will take place in Frankfort, Kentucky at Kentucky State University on September 20 – 22nd, 2019. Head to the Putting Out Fruits homepage for ticket info. (http://bit.ly/2UuUzxz) The aquaponics movement is expanding rapidly, and the […]

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2019 USDA/NIFA Az-CEA Conference

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CEAC and Biosphere 2 are proud to announce the 2019 USDA/NIFA Az-CEA Conference September 9 – 12, 2019. The purpose of the conference is to Plan an Interdisciplinary Controlled Environment Indoor Agriculture R&D Roadmap and Coordinated Research Plan. Full details of the conference can be found at the are here https://ceac.arizona.edu/usda-nifa-conference. To pre-register your interest please complete this short […]

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GreenTech launches GreenTech Americas

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Press Release –  At the first day of GreenTech Amsterdam, GreenTech Americas has been launched. The spin-off will take place from 24-26 March 2020 in Querétaro, Mexico. This is a logical next step, as Mexico is a major agricultural producer, the number of hectares under protected agriculture is growing exponentially and it is the gateway […]

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Exploring the impact and future of Indoor Ag-Con Las Vegas

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By guest author Rick Passo I have been with this Conference from the very start: learning, collaborating, networking and doing my utmost to create global recognition for how Las Vegas can lead the world in food policy, food innovation, food technology and food justice. I am interested especially in food and horticultural therapy for special […]

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Learn the basics of plant nutrition management at the University of Florida

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University of Florida Greenhouse Training Online courses Nutrient Management 1 (Introduction) Train yourself, or your staff, to make better crop management decisions by learning the basics of plant nutrition management. Nutrient Management 1 is the second course of the 2019 Greenhouse Online Training program offered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. This course is […]

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May 2019 Indoor Ag-Con attracts growers, academics, industry leaders to 7TH annual edition in Las Vegas

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Press Release – LAS VEGAS – Held May 22-24, 2019 at the Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas, the 7th annual Indoor Ag-Con line-up of keynotes, sessions, panel discussions and exhibits attracted growers, academics and other industry members from throughout the US, Canada and several other foreign countries. “As the first edition under our management […]

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GreenTech 2019: New crops highlighted: Vanilla, Curcuma, Black Pepper and Medicinal Cannabis

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PRESS RELEASE – Amsterdam, 28 May 2019 –GreenTech contributes to the overall health trend with showcasing the optimalization of new crops such as vanilla, curcuma, black pepper and medicinal cannabis. The largest and most progressive growers of fruit, flowers, vegetables and medicinal cannabis from all over the world come together at the trade show and […]

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