A practical checklist

Greenhouse horticulture involves a lot of technology. Machines and systems help with cultivation and ensure safe and efficient processes. This technology is indispensable, but can also malfunction without proper maintenance. This can lead to downtime, damage, and extra costs. Different systems have different maintenance intervals. Some components require annual attention, others only need to be checked. Understanding this in good time helps to avoid unexpected problems. We give a few practical tips for preventive maintenance. These points will help you keep your greenhouse business safe, reliable and operational.

From January 13–15, we will be back in Angers, France, for this year’s Sival Angers trade fair. This fair is the meeting point for entrepreneurs in protected horticulture.

Know what to consider when storing energy

Berry Looijen, Technical Specialist, advises horticultural companies in Europe on energy strategies. He highlights the importance of energy storage due to limited grid capacity. Stored energy facilitates self-consumption during sunless periods and can be traded profitably, offering a new revenue stream for horticulture.

What measures against digital intrusion do you take?

Digitalisation has become part and parcel of agriculture and horticulture. It makes production more efficient. And with conscious choices, it can also contribute to improved sustainability. The flip side is that the number of farms affected by some form of cybercrime is increasing. How do you make sure you’re ready for this?