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Autonomous Growing: a new and better way of being in control
Letting go of control is never easy—especially when it comes to something as critical as growing crops. For growers, every decision, might feel personal, a result of years of experience and intuition. The idea of handing over these decisions to AI technology might feel like taking a leap into the unknown. Yet, as the CEA industry evolves, more and more growers are discovering the benefits of autonomous growing. By taking over the execution of repetitive daily greenhouse tasks like steering the climate computer, growers optimize operations, increase yields, and free up valuable time. Allowing them to focus on other strategic decisions and enjoy a better work-life balance.
BLAD | The future is AI
The increasing shortage of experienced growers is forcing greenhouse horticulture to consider alternatives so it can keep growing. One of the solutions is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Specialist, Blue Radix is offering an advanced system for this: Crop Controller. A joint investment from Horticoop and investment fund Navus Ventures will enable the autonomous cultivation pioneer to have global impact with its Al greenhouse applications. CEO Ronald Hoek: ‘More and more growers are starting to understand the power of and need for Al.’
Visit us at Fruit Logistica | Hall 3.1, Stand B-01
We’re excited to be exhibiting at Fruit Logistica 2025, the world’s leading global fruit and vegetable industry trade show! We are looking forward to meeting you to tell you more about our award-winning service Crop Controller for Autonomous Climate & Irrigation Control.
PRESS RELEASE | Priva and Blue Radix bring their collaboration to a next level
The demand for AI-driven and autonomous growing is increasing around the world. Greenhouse investors, owners and growers see the need for precise and predictable growing. And the need to cope with the increasing shortage of skilled and experienced growers becomes urgent. With the combination of Priva and Blue Radix’s solutions growers and greenhouse entrepreneurs can bring their operational results to a next level and solve the challenge of the shortage of skilled growers.
Finka: ‘Crop Controller makes work much easier’
Rojas started using Crop Controller in the Spring of 2024. “As a company, we are always innovating and we want to try selected new technologies, and developments. That’s why we decided to work with Blue Radix at Finka Incubados. We have been working with various intelligent systems throughout the company, so we can compare them and find out what works best for our situation.”
AI with a human touch
Working with AI is new for many growers and requires some adaptations in the way of working. Support from an expert, especially in the start-up phase, is therefore essential to find your way around in the world of Autonomous Growing. The Autonomous Greenhouse Managers of Blue Radix offer that support.
Strategy Optimizer Now Integrated in Crop Controller
With the integration of Strategy Optimizer into Crop Controller, growers gain a comprehensive tool that combines climate and crop planning, climate and irrigation steering, and production reports and outlooks in one easy-to-use platform. This new, powerful planning tool helps you monitor and adjust your crop strategy throughout the entire cultivation cycle, ensuring precision at every stage of growth.
“AI takes care of routine tasks so we can focus on strategy”
As Bionatur adopts Blue Radix’s Crop Controller, the company is not just leveraging advanced technology but also the personal touch of Autonomous Greenhouse Managers. In this conversation, we explore their insights on how the combination of innovative AI solutions and the expertise of Autonomous Greenhouse Managers is transforming greenhouse management at Bionatur.
Autonomous Growing is here to stay within Agrigar
There are around 150 employees working here, but I never really have the time to visit them and see and hear how things are going. This is where Autonomous Growing offers a solution. If I don’t have to spend so much time setting and adjusting the climate computer, I can focus more on the people and the crop.” Agrigar therefore decided to start with a six-month trial period.
Blue Radix Boosts Commercial Expansion With €5 Million Investment
Blue Radix has secured another investment from Navus Ventures and Horticoop. The €5 million investment will be used to accelerate the company’s commercial growth.
Blue Radix appoints Head of Sales in Canada and Northern USA
With me based in Canada and leading sales for both Canada and Northern USA, Blue Radix is poised to expand its footprint and impact in these regions. Growers can expect a future where advanced AI solutions simplify their operations, improve crop quality, and boost overall productivity.
‘Crop Controller makes me sleep better as a head grower’
JPI Farms from Canada grows cucumbers and bell peppers. Innovative tools are constantly being looked at to simplify and improve processes inside the greenhouse. Last year, JPI Farms started with Autonomous Growing for the first time, this year Blue Radix’s Crop Controller is used on almost 22 hectares of bell peppers.