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Challenge accepted! That is probably what Puck van Holsteijn also thought when she said 'yes' to the role of director of the World Horti Center in September 2021. A challenging position, for various reasons. Because it is quite an undertaking: innovating, connecting, inspiring and sharing knowledge all together with entrepreneurs, researchers, education and the government. How does she accomplish this? We spoke with her to get her thoughts on her latest endeavor.

We interviewed Francisco José López from Saliplant. He is betting on our products for his newest and most technological greenhouse. "With Svensson I have the peace of mind that we can look at any plant and see that it is free of insects, so I am very calm"

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In the soft fruit sector, climate screens are not yet as widely used as they are in vegetable cultivation. However, this sector is starting to consider utilizing climate screens in it’s applications, mostly because of high has prices. At Delphy ISFC in Horst, tests are being conducted to determine if the sustainable cultivation of strawberries - with intensive use of climate screens and vertical fans - can be done with half the gas. The initial results are promising.

The ACT Group is hosting a virtual "Ask Us Anything" event on June 7, 2023, focused on sharing best practices in precision growing for fruit and vegetable production. The event will cover various topics, including climate control, lighting, nutrient management, pest and disease control, and automation. 

Wilfred Barendse, Co-owner at Red Harvest in Middenmeer, Netherlands, is a loyal Svensson customer. He recently had installed the Luxous 1147 H2no FR premium screen in one of his four vegetable greenhouses, and Alweco managed the project and installation. The project is highlighted as a success for Svensson, Alweco, and Red Harvest and in this areticle, we will explore key questions such as: Why did Wilfred choose this screen? And how was the collaboration with Alweco?

Hacienda El Carmen Hotel & Spa, one of the most representative properties of the Valles region with more than 400 years of history, knows how to take advantage of its geographical location and the mild climate in the state of Jalisco for growing tomatoes and peppers. In 2017, a greenhouse was built with the objective of learning about specialized processes for greenhouse crops. To protect this greenhouse from the entry of insects and pests, mainly thrips, it was decided to install Svensson's climate solutions, creating an optimal climate for healthier plants, higher yields and a more productive working team.

Meeting the challenges of feeding a rapidly growing global population that requires more food than the world can currently produce is a complex and urgent task. To address this issue, we need to increase food production while also promoting sustainable agricultural practices that minimize waste and environmental impact.

We are thrilled to announce that Anne Ludvigson has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Borås! Anne's appointment as an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Textiles and Fashion is a well-deserved recognition of her remarkable contributions to the textile industry.

Combining forces; that is what Annie van de Riet believes in. And therefore, the role as chairman at the trade association AVAG fits her like a glove. AVAG consists of about 75 Dutch companies that work together in the field of integrated growing systems, components and associated service. She is also director of Hortivation, a foundation that focuses on technical innovations and knowledge management in greenhouse horticulture. Let’s have a conversation with Annie about the business climate of our sector, innovation and cooperation.

Glass that combines an AR coating with a low-e coating can save about 22% additional energy, research by Wageningen UR Greenhouse Horticulture has shown. The anti-reflection coating increases light transmission, while the low-emission coating reduces heat loss from the greenhouse. This is a new type of glass from AGCulture, with which Svensson has started a strategic cooperation.

Monitoring the air surrounding crops is just as crucial as monitoring greenhouse watering practices. Despite their significance in ensuring crop consistency and healthy growth, the benefits of vertical airflow are often overlooked. Vertical airflow offers growers greater control over greenhouse temperature and air movement, which helps eliminate stagnant air, cold spots, and hot zones that can harm crops.