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Tuesday, May 24, 2022


Farmer-florists collectively building the industry in the United States
“With all of the flower emergencies throughout the pandemic, I hope that people remember that local flowers were there for them. It’s up to consumers to give florists the freedom to use local and seasonal flowers,” says Gretel Adams of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm. The Columbus-based flower farm is in its…

New construction for PanAmerican Seed Europe begins
PanAmerican Seed's new construction project has begun. On Monday, May 2nd, the first pile for this ambitious project went into the ground. In addition to greenhouses, a new office building will be built for the growing company, and new research facilities will be created. PanAmerican Seed specializes in the…


Anhtura completes solar panel project in North Macedonia
In March the solar panels in Anthura's North Macedonian facility went into operation, so they can now produce their own energy. They are pleased with this outcome, as it has taken some time to get to where they are now. Solar panels in work Not only in the Netherlands, Germany, and China, but also at…

China: Many cross-regional flower deliveries during "520"
Mr. Wang and his wife are both medical workers in Shanghai. During the pandemic, they threw themselves into different makeshift hospitals at the beginning. It has been nearly two months since they have seen each other, and occasionally they call each other during breaks to cheer each other on. With the…

Fusion Hydrangea from Perlanova wins product competition Garden and patio plants on the Floriade
On Thursday, 19 May, The Green House held the third award ceremony of Royal FloraHolland's product competitions. The product groups that were assessed by a jury this time are Freesia and garden and patio plants. In total, there were 77 entries. The first prize of the product group, Garden and patio…

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Donation to Prinses Máxima Center is the crown on the 160th anniversary celebrations
In 2022, Royal Van Zanten celebrates their 160th anniversary. The company added a royal touch to the festivities by donating to the Prinses Máxima Center for pediatric oncology. The sum was brought together by employees, customers, and partners attending the celebration. On the 20th of May CEO Maarten…

May 30-June 3
Celebrate women in horticulture week
Women are making great strides across many industries. On May 18, 2022, the U.S. Soccer Federation agreed to a historic agreement: equalized compensation for the first time in history. Over the last 20 years, female entrepreneurs have grown by 114 percent— specifically, 13 percent in the professional and…

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Charles and Martha Oliver talking about the insights they’ve gleaned over 30 years in the businessBreeders create and innovate gorgeous and garden-worthy perennial plant
Plant breeders comprise the first, essential step in the Must Have Perennials supply chain. Breeders create and innovate gorgeous and garden-worthy perennial plant varieties that are eventually sold on store shelves around the world. One of the breeders we have had the opportunity to work with on some…

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One method to make the cultivation of flower bulbs better
To make the cultivation of flower bulbs more sustainable, not only is virus-free starting material necessary; the open ground in which the bulbs grow after propagation must also be clean. Integrated management of that land is essential for this. A complicating factor here is that the land is often…

Dümmen Orange
Show garden open all summer
As part of this year's Flower Trials, Dümmen Orange will open its show gardens in Rheinberg (Germany) and De Kwakel (the Netherlands) again throughout the summer. From week 24 to September, visitors can see Dümmen Orange’s entire range of annuals, perennials and pot plants, talk shop and exchange ideas about brand new genetics,…

Terra Nova Nurseries introduces new Echinacea
Terra Nova Nurseries has announced today its brand-new Echinacea PRIMA ‘Berry.’ The vibrant new variety has dark berry-pink petals that are long and draping, causing it to be reminiscent of a gorgeous, formal dress. The plant boasts the largest flowers that the Terra Nova breeders have seen on such a…
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Chelsea Flower Show 24th of MayChelsea Flower Show: North East florist David Morley shows off plants
David Morley, a florist who opened his shop in lockdown has gone back to his first days in business for inspiration for his exhibit at Chelsea Flower Show. Who runs The Plant Workshop, is exhibiting at this year’s show as part of the houseplant studios. The show gets underway 24th of May and is on until…
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Flower farm in Utah lets customers pick their own flowers
There is no better way to brighten up your day than with a vase of freshly cut flowers. At S & K Blossoms, a colorful u-pick flower farm in West Haven, you can come home with a flower arrangement that makes you smile. This gorgeous u-pick flower farm grows a variety of flowers, from tulips to roses to…
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Sundaville Flamingo Pink is now available
The time has finally come. Sundaville Flamingo Pink is finally ready to dance in the fresh air. The new variety is now available for propagators, growers, retailers, and end consumers. If you are used to the Sundaville Classics collection characteristics, you will not change your habits because Flamingo…
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Almost like in Holland: Belarusian farmer grows tulips in Polesia
Belarusians love making photos against the backdrop of blooming rapeseed fields, but today we will surprise you with even cutest landscapes. Three hours drive from Minsk, there are tulips in an open field. The beds of yellow, pink, red, and orange stretch take up almost a kilometer, making you want to…
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Application of solar energy to foil greenhouse in Guatemala
Recently Bosman Van Zaal got the order from Holland Orchids to supply their 4th expansion phase in Guatemala. This expansion of approximately 1 hectare consists of a widespan film-covered greenhouse and an integrated heating system based on thermal solar collectors. Film-covered widespan greenhouse with F-CLEAN™…
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Laurence Thépault, UVRER:
“Recycling of nutrient solutions leads to important savings”
The nutrient solutions market has recently seen significant price increases. To save money, recycling them is more and more being considered. Laurence Thépault of UVRER, a French company that manufactures water treatment installations, explains this. Example of a water treatment installation recycling…
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Chinese rose grower finishes steel guttered greenhouse expansion
Baiyi Yinong Investment Company is a leading flower-producing company in west China. In 2020, Baiyi launched the 1st 4ha rose project in Linxia, China. The plan was committed to applying the most advanced Dutch technology to China, providing first-class flower products for the growing Chinese flower…
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Smithers-Oasis Launches OASIS TerraBrick floral media
Smithers-Oasis is launching a new floral design media: OASIS TerraBrick Floral Media. Made with plant-based, renewable, natural coir and a compostable binder, OASIS TerraBrick Floral Media has been certified OK compost home and OK compost industrial. “Smithers-Oasis is extremely excited about this…
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Pee for peonies: university researches urine-based fertilizers
They say one man's trash is another man's treasure, but in the case of two University of Michigan researchers, they're using what others would consider waste to help grow something beautiful. Environmental engineering professors Nancy Love and Krista Wigginton are on a mission to spread the golden shower…
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UK: Top tips for developing renewable energy schemes
NFU Energy is an energy consultancy with a special focus on agriculture and horticulture. They help farmers and growers develop renewable energy schemes, improve energy efficiency, procure energy, and comply with energy regulations. Solar energy has particularly bright prospects thanks to current and…
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Studying the diversity of spider mites associated with ornamental plants
Purposive sampling surveys were conducted in homestead gardens and ornamental nurseries at different localities of Thrissur and Ernakulam districts of Kerala State, India, during 2017-19 to study the diversity of spider mites associated with ornamental plants. Mite samples collected from rose, adenium,…
Young plants more »

Frank van den Bergh, IBN Nurseries & Matthijs van den Berg, Green Products
"No more moss in cutting production"
"With the Combi GreenPlug, we can kill two birds with one stone, as it were: the composition is ideal for rooting, and thanks to the top layer, there is hardly any moss formation or over-rooting. This has increased the success rate and quality, and we have become more efficient." At IBN Kwekerijen, a…
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Sundaville celebrates the 20th anniversary
A special milestone for Sundaville, the brand of MNP / Suntory in Mandevilla. It is 20 years since the first Sundaville by the introducer and breeder is on the market. A highlight, which will be celebrated with the entire chain during the year through some events and activities planned by the Dutch…
Packaging more »

FTD introduces sustainable packaging for all Farm-to-door orders
FTD now offers sustainable packaging for all farm-to-door floral orders. They are 100% recyclable with plastic-free and compostable components. But there is more... LooksThe packaging has a sleeker, more modern look featuring a recycle symbol directly on the box as a reminder. Also, Clear plastic sleeves around…
Novelties more »

The positive effects of gardening on mental health
Getting outdoors and gardening can do more than just provide some physical activity and produce food for the table; it can be beneficial to the mind as well. Although there are many functional benefits of gardening and the inherent ways in which plants improve the quality of life, Texas A&M AgriLife…
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‘Must-have’ houseplant to add property value
Britons selling their property want to get the best possible price for it, especially if rooms in the home have been renovated. While it is not unusual for estate agents to agree that houseplants have the power to sell your home quicker, it is uncommon for them to all agree on the "must-have" plant for…
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New greenhouse machine Zeus protects crops and operators
It rolls through the greenhouses, is equipped with airconditioning, an mp4 radio, and a novel articulation system enabling it to rotate in tight spaces. And more important: it helps growers protect their crops grown under plastic while protecting the operator of the machine. We're talking about the…
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To support sustainability in domestic apple industry
Canadian Government invests in innovative precision farming
Yesterday, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to $560,425 for Institut de recherche et de…

The British Pound is not doing too great
With the world's fifth-biggest economy is dealing with an unhealthy mix of slowing growth and surging inflation, official data shows inflation reaching a 40-year high of 9% in…
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Peak season container shipping chaos might be round the corner
According to a survey held among forwarders, traders, and shippers, even more chaos for global supply chains will be this year's rise in cargo in the peak summer period. The…
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Jolly Lane Greenhouse helps locals to find flowers to decorate their homes
Jolly Lane, a family-owned greenhouse in Rapid City, is extra busy in the spring helping locals find the plants they're looking for to brighten up their yards and homes. "We're a family-owned business. This is our 52nd year in business. We've been here for a long time, so, you know, we really feel like…
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Bloom & Wild to open pop-up shops around the UK
Online florist Bloom & Wild will host a series of pop-up shops across London, Bristol, and Edinburgh — and plant prices start from just £2. From exclusive dried flowers to vases, pots, plants, and accessories, Bloom & Wild's At Home concept will give customers the chance to shop in person for the first…
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India: Two-day flower show in Srinagar begins on the 20th of May
In order to encourage commercial floriculture in Kashmir in view of increased tourist footfall, a two-day flower show is being organised in the picturesque Botanical garden in Srinagar by the Floriculture Department from 20th of May. The flower show is being held for the first time in five years. During…
May 31
The Deadline for SAF's Marketer of the Year Contest is approaching
The Society of American Florists 28th Annual Marketer of the Year contest recognizes original, successful marketing efforts and is open to any SAF retailer, wholesaler,…

Dream Foundation raised more than $140,000
The event, held on May 12 in the Santa Barbara Historical Museum courtyard, honored the donors, volunteers, and flower professionals who made the program possible. Honorees…
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The American Horticultural Society (AHS) and national partners launch “the 50 state flower garden project”
The American Horticultural Society (AHS) is announcing a special collaboration with national partners to celebrate the beauty and diversity of America’s horticultural heritage and traditions. The project is designed to highlight the personal and inspirational stories of the farmers, flower growers,…
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We can't contain our love for Lupins and that's why they're now plant of the week!!! 💙❤️💜💛https://t.co/o6N04jzyH5#lupins #gardening #gardencentre #plantoftheweek pic.twitter.com/6cjaH5I9ib — Barton Grange Garden Centre (@BartonGrange_GC) May 23, 2022
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To support Kenya’s Regional transportation Hub concept to neighboring countries
DHL Global Forwarding opens new transit warehouse in Mombasa
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF), an international air, ocean, and road freight specialist provider, has opened a new transit warehouse in Mombasa, Kenya. The new 7,500 square meter (m²) warehouse is designed to support DGF’s Regional distribution network in Kenya. Strategically located between the Mombasa…