Gardin and Ridder announced their joint integration on June 11, 2025. Information from Gardin’s optical sensors and machine-learning system is displayed directly within Ridder Hortimax Pro, bringing crop photosynthesis indicators into the interface used to manage the greenhouse environment. The companies say the offering responds to requests from existing customers.
The shared dashboard allows growers to compare plant responses with environmental conditions, including indications of light-use efficiency and crop health. Ridder’s announcement said deployment was under way with major growers in Europe and North America. Its claimed gains in yield, profitability and earlier stress detection were not accompanied by detailed trial methods. The concrete development is access to plant feedback within the control interface, enabling growers to assess adjustments through a single operational view.
