Technology
Mooij Agro develops vertical airbag for box storage
Mooij Agro has developed the patented Mooij Climbing Airbag. The stand-alone, inflatable, vertical climbing airbag is designed for sealing ducts in box storage for crops. This product was developed out of a need from the... more »
MSU AgBioResearch receives new planter
The Michigan State University (MSU) fruit research stations across Michigan have recently received their newest piece of equipment thanks to Gillison’s Variety Fabrication and the Michigan Tree Fruit Commission (MTFC). Staff at the MSU research... more »
Conference to offer guidance on energy systems
Are you considering a small wind project (less than 100 kW) for your farm? Or are you looking for guidance on choosing a solar photovoltaic system for your farm? If your answer is yes to... more »
New Dole packaging targets snacking on the go
Dole is launching its new GO Berries!, three snack-size packages that snap apart. Each contains 4 ounces of fresh Dole strawberries. Ventilated for freshness and rinsing, the proprietary package is the first to provide "snap-rinse-go"... more »
Crop-adapted spraying pays dividends
Crop-adapted spraying (CAS) is a method for apple orchardists to match their airblast sprays to the size, shape and density of their orchard blocks. Jason Deveau, application technology specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture,... more »
Model delivers severe weather data specific to farms
Farmers can now learn about the probability of extreme weather events on their farm before the growing season so they can more appropriately plan agricultural practices such as when to fertilize and irrigate, thanks to... more »
Key introduces new VERYX digital sorters for berries
Key Technology introduces VERYX digital sorters for fresh and frozen berries. According to Key, VERYX maximizes sorting accuracy with innovative mechanical architecture, sustained all-sided surface inspection, cameras and lasers, multi-sensor Pixel Fusion, a high-precision ejection... more »
SCS acquires UK storage company
Storage Control Systems Ltd. recently acquired the instruments and controlled atmosphere divisions of International Controlled Atmosphere (ICA), a company based in the United Kingdom. Storage Control Systems Ltd. is wholly owned by Jim Schaefer, the... more »
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