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Automation
26 October 2023
Read about the SmartHort programme - managing labour efficiencies, labour shortages, lean principles, and emerging technology, innovation and robotics for horticulture
12 December 2024
Find our collection of research, resources and information on peat including reducing peat use, managing growing media formulations and tips for going peat free.
4 October 2022
This edition looks at alternative treatments to help improve daffodil dipping. There is also an update on the latest research surrounding tomato brown rugose fruit virus. Plus, look out for our coverage on how Dutch nurseries have embedded automation and robotics in their businesses.
2 March 2023
A new autonomous guided vehicle to help tackle the labour shortage in horticulture
2 March 2023
How is data, artificial intelligence and automation changing horticulture production in Canada?
2 March 2023
How have nurseries in the Netherlands embedded automation in their businesses?
2 March 2023
Can you grow a crop of tomatoes without anyone entering the glasshouse?
4 October 2022
In this Grower issue: Robotics funding to transform horticulture, a computer model to improve biopesticides and a new plum demonstration centre
2 March 2023
An exciting technological development in precision field vegetable production was demonstrated at Reading University’s Sonning Farm on 25th July. The new technology – eyeSpot – seeks to make a step-change in weed control for growers by both reducing herbicide usage by up to 95% and by working autonomously, eliminating the need for a sprayer operator.
2 March 2023
John Swain, FEC Energy, looks at the benefits and drawbacks of vertical farming in horticulture
16 April 2019
SmartHort conference isn't over yet. Discover and find out what steps you can take to introduce robotics and automation into your business. We have specialists from University of Essex, Innovate UK, KTN, G's and Tiptree Grower Andrey who provide us with an invaluable insight into their line of work.