Rabobank identifies key trends in the global greenhouse industry

The global greenhouse sector continues to adapt to new challenges. It is influenced by countries’ desire for self-sufficiency, climate risks, and the adoption of technology, according to a Rabobank report. Following the coronavirus pandemic, governments are increasingly supporting domestic vegetable production. This is influencing the structure of greenhouse investment and stimulating the development of high-tech solutions. Tomatoes remain the base crop, but strawberries and leafy greens are becoming growth drivers. Experimentation with alternative crops continues to expand, although commercial breakthroughs remain a distant prospect. The sector is actively implementing new technologies. According to Rabobank, robotics is accelerating, particularly in harvesting. The rapid construction of data centers is creating opportunities for the use of residual heat in greenhouse complexes. Climate change remains a key long-term factor. More extreme weather and increased pest and disease ...