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Reverse osmosis has become an essential technology for ensuring a supply of pure and stable water in greenhouses, where water quality directly impacts plant health and fertigation efficiency. J Huete Greenhouses shares the basic principles of reverse osmosis systems, their key benefits—such as reducing…

Several months after relief funding was passed for the farmers who were hurt by the historically-damaging Hurricane Helene, those impacted got an answer to when they’ll see their approved money from the federal government. The hurricane, which killed 227 people across multiple states, swept through…

A key pillar of progress is knowledge transfer. Across Southeast Asia, Korea, Japan, and India, regions are actively adapting to the evolving climate. Yesterday, Bangkok hosted two important events: AGENTIAL AI and the Priva Partner Training. Agential AI showcased what is going on in the digital transformation…

The mature green tomato market has been battling oversupply and low prices. This has made it a real struggle to grow them in the southern part of California, where the season is short and costs are high. In recent years, costs went up significantly and prices were too low to breakeven. “We have a good…

These pebble-shaped plants are as low-maintenance as they are charming—and they thrive with just a little love in the right season. Conophytum (pronounced koh-NOH-fi-tum) are tiny, otherworldly succulents that look more like polished stones than plants. Native to the rocky outcrops of South Africa and Namibia, these miniature wonders thrive in harsh conditions, making them […]

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A low-fuss, blooming succulent with attitude—spikes, flowers, and year-round charm. Euphorbia milii, or Crown of Thorns, is a spiny, flowering succulent native to Madagascar. It’s beloved for its brightly colored bracts, thorny stems, and incredible ability to bloom indoors almost year-round if it gets enough light. This plant isn’t shy—it puts on a show with […]

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A low-light champion with translucent charm that thrives in compact containers. Haworthia cooperi is a small, clumping succulent from South Africa, beloved for its glassy, light-filled leaves that resemble jelly beans. The see-through “windows” on top help the plant absorb light in its native shaded environments. Its compact form makes it ideal for desks, terrariums, […]

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With chubby, pastel-toned leaves and a dreamy matte finish, Moonstones are one of the most visually striking succulents—and they’re easier to grow than they look. Pachyphytum oviferum—commonly known as Moonstones—is a species of succulent native to the rocky cliffs of San Luis Potosí, Mexico. Its plump, egg-shaped leaves cluster into tight rosettes and come in […]

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With its bold, waxy leaves and fiery red margins, Cotyledon orbiculata is a dramatic yet practical succulent that thrives in both pots and outdoor landscapes. Cotyledon orbiculata, commonly known as Pig’s Ear, is a hardy, fleshy-leaved succulent native to South Africa, where it grows in arid and semi-arid regions. The nickname comes from the plant’s […]

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