As the world’s fruit and vegetable community prepares to meet at Fruit Attraction in Madrid, Spain (4 – 6 October), an annual commercial fair is known as an innovation stage for the market, the Westfalia Fruit Group is showcasing four pioneering projects that have taken sustainable farming to the next level. Customised water conservation plans As Westfalia operates in various types of climates with different water conditions, the company is continuously building on its industry-leading … [Read more...] about Fruit Attraction 2022: Westfalia pioneers the sustainable farming of tomorrow with water, nature farming, and insect-rearing projects
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Evonik researching biostimulants to cut fertiliser use
Evonik is engaged in researching biostimulants that provide cereal crops with atmospheric nitrogen and thus promote their growth. Microbial biostimulants from Evonik supply nitrogen to wheat and corn and promote growthA greenhouse trial indicates that the use of synthetic fertilizers can be reduced successfullyEnvironmentally friendly alternative for farmers Evonik is engaged in researching microorganisms that provide cereal crops with atmospheric nitrogen and thus promote their growth. … [Read more...] about Evonik researching biostimulants to cut fertiliser use
Pioneering cultivation program boosts adaptogen sustainability
Nektium is taking steps to secure the long-term sustainability of its Rhodiolife® Rhodiola rosea extract by switching a significant proportion of its raw material sourcing to cultivated plants. The move – an industry first on such a large commercial scale – will reduce reliance on under-pressure wild-grown supplies. Rhodiola rosea is one of the most powerful adaptogens in nature, offering a range of cognitive and sports nutrition benefits. It grows wild in the remote Altai mountains in the … [Read more...] about Pioneering cultivation program boosts adaptogen sustainability
