Through research and Extension outreach, the University of Connecticut is supporting the state’s greenhouse industry and its $390 million annual economic impact.
The value of production for hemp that was grown under protection in the U.S. totaled $112 million, while area under protection totaled 15.6 million square feet.
Alternanthera mosaic virus infects a broad host range, with hosts from at least 30 taxonomic families including many commonly grown greenhouse and herbaceous ornamentals.
The Biostimulant Act, which establishes a consistent national definition for “plant biostimulants,” is supported by the Biological Products Industry Alliance.
As it celebrates a milestone anniversary, the Horticultural Research Institute has identified four areas that serve as a guide for further prioritizing funding of research programs.
Since no processing market exists for greenhouse tomatoes and cucumbers, edible products with any amount of discoloration or other defect are either landfilled or allowed to decompose.
Pettis’ scientific knowledge in entomology and familiarity with IPM and biorational solutions will help growers navigate everyday operations and big box stores’ sustainability initiatives.
East Jordan Plastics, which produces a full line of thermoformed and injection-molded horticultural containers, is building a new facility in Lyons, GA.
