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MANTS 2026 wraps up

"These were the busiest days we've ever had at a trade show"

Marshall Dirks leaves Proven Winners after 27 years

Terra Nova launches custom plant flyer program

Plantipp celebrates two 2026 Green Thumb Awards

UK: "White remains one of the strongest retail colours"

NL: Petition against mandatory FSI certification presented to FloraHolland management

Sector | Cut flowers

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India: Arunachal Pradesh sends first consignment of cut flowers to Guwahati

Danziger launches cut flower catalog for 2026-27

Quarantine pests detected in multiple flower shipments imported from China

Western Flower Thrips found in imported cut flowers in Russia’s Far East

Nicobar Dept. of Agriculture to promote tropical cut flowers on Islands

32 Armenian companies licensed to export flowers to Russia

Kyrgyzstan exempts tulip bulb imports from VAT

Sector | Pot plants

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Taiwan institute creates water-saving irrigation for small potted plants

"Removing both seeds and skin without compromising flavour is a real breakthrough"

Balcony planter with invisible hanging system launched

New pot topper released for UK market

US: Considering maintenance when choosing plants for Spring

Sector | Cultivation

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“Fully opening the screen cloth is not necessary”

Greenhouse damage or crop damage: a dilemma when snow is on the greenhouse roof

Pakistani experts urge irrigation caution for sunflower growth

The importance of removing algae and disease from greenhouse water

Monitoring hydrogen peroxide puts water quality back in the spotlight

“Designing together ensures materials that match your crop”

India: “Plastic flowers are convenient, but can never replicate the appeal of fresh flowers at events”
Ecopromt and Crea-Tech build innovation on two decades of partnership

“Part of the success in our operational flow and crop growth comes from the CreaSpacer"

Sector | Greenhouse

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Nature doing most of the climate control in naturally humid areas

Integrated climate, water, and energy solutions for Southeast Asian greenhouse farming

UK: Nursery seeks expansion approval

NL: Examining the horticultural sector in Lansingerland: not more but better greenhouses

Why UV protection Is non-negotiable in India's greenhouses
Universal Fabricating closes record-setting year

"150 acres of greenhouse projects delivered, and strong outlook for 2026"
Havecon looks back at 2025 projects

"Sector continues to be a key driver in future-proofing food and ornamental crop production"

US: Company awarded for work on flower greenhouse

Sector | Technique

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Ten Have Plant pleased with Greeny PRO

“What used to be a job we wanted to postpone has now become a task that gets done with ease”
Free FerSol test kit available

How to clean properly with a new cleaning agent
Bostjan Veronik, Waboost:

"Peroxide is not treating the root cause, only the symptoms"
Bree Vculek, Richard Coller, and Jean Selep

“Trade secrets only remain protected if companies actively treat them as such”
New compact dehumidifier operates on propane

"Growers can save up to 50 percent energy compared to traditional heating and venting"

What's going on with hydrogen peroxide in the Netherlands?
EVJA's Agronomic Intelligence Platform (Italy)

Monitoring, pest forecasting, yield, and CO₂ in one platform

Sector | Grower in the spotlight

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South Korean grower recognized with government award

US: Orchid breeder Paul Gripp passes away at 93

UK: "In 2026, we plan to triple everything"

US (CA): Kennedy's Flowers featured in 2026 Rose Bowl Parade float

Kenya: Taking soil health management to the next level

India: Growers find success in growing butterfly pea flower

Podcast: A peek inside the world of a luxury floral designer

Sector | Substrates

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Study finds food waste compost less effective than potting mix alone

Balancing air and water: Gerbera cubes that address a persistent cultivation challenge

Innovative substrate strategies boost plant production while reducing peat use
USBI launches 'Growing with Biochar' program, seeks input from vertical farm operators

"We see significant potential for biochar to play a role in commercial growing substrates"

Den Ouden Groep gets new factory in Vietnam
Jiffy Gel introduces a fresh solution to food safety in CEA:

“Even after treatment, mixing and transport can still introduce contaminants”
Black Bear® Biochar: An engineered aggregate for growing media

“Slow pyrolysis at high temperature fixes more carbon into the solid phase instead of losing it as gas”

Sector | Fertilizers

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Using intelligence to make the most of water management
Bionema's BiofilmTech® breakthrough

A next-generation biofertiliser that outperforms traditional single-strain biologicals

EU works to expand approved microorganisms for biostimulants
Brazil Potash CEO says local production could reduce geopolitical risk and price volatility

"50% of the world’s potash supply sits in countries that are sanctioned or at war"

Intrahorti team expands for future growth

BioWorks enters European market with biopesticides and biostimulants

New International Sales Manager for IntraHorti

Sector | Energy

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Ambitions for UK geothermal sector launched at Eden

NL: CHP remains important as energy costs rise sharply due to new policy
UK: Rising transmission costs put pressure on the greenhouse sector

“It’s essential that greenhouses are offered access to the same energy cost relief schemes"
90% reduction of net GHG emissions by 2040 remains binding

ETS2 postponeed untill 2028

NL: Renting CHP's now an option as electricity problems grow
"94% energy charge surge will have severe impact on PE sector"

UK protected horticulture sector faces multi-million-pound annual energy cost surge
ZVG criticizes bureaucracy in climate transformation

"Our applications have been awaiting final evaluation for almost three years"

Sector | Crop protection

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US: Controlling the spread of spider mites in holly

Preventing algae problems in plug production

Examining the effects of pests in ornamental plants in the southeastern United States

European Commission seeks to accelerate approval of biocontrol

Resistance-free control of bacterial disease and botrytis
Houweling Americas to launch Intracare’s Intra Boost in North America, early 2026:

Greenhouse hygiene programs emphasize deep-penetration sanitation during cleanouts

Keeping poinsettias safe from stem miners

Sector | Young plants

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New vegetable propagation nursery officially opened in Suriname

"Success isn't judged by size, it is in the conditions which they grow"

“In the past, suppliers chased customers. Today, customers chase suppliers”

Russia closes all routes for Dutch propagation material
Hishtil x Hortiv Megalight collaboration

"Improved seedling quality, up to 50% energy savings, and better space efficiency"
David Chen, Sogo Orchids, on global trends and challenges in Phalaenopsis

“Phalaenopsis market sees recovery, but new challenges emerge”
Explore the production process in the video

Mandevilla young plants: “A challenging but fascinating production process”

Sector | Breeding

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In Memoriam: Ludwig Kientzler

Innovating for the future with sustainable genetics

Beacon Impatiens presents donations to charities
De Ruiter introduces new rose ‘Bahati’

"We hope this variety will bring growers ‘good luck’”

UK: Precision breeding act welcomed as it comes into effect

"Garvinea® series raises the bar for outdoor Gerberas in India"

Looking at the effects of floral morphology on petunia growth

Sector | Annuals and Perennials

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Continental Floral Greens debuts Pacific northwest-grown dahlias

Dümmen Orange highlights top performers from 2025 summer trial season

Emerald Coast Growers adds 32 perennial varieties for 2025-2026 growing season

Sector | Tree nursery

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NL: Boosting pruning efficiency in tree nurseries

Sector | Packaging

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‘With this circular hanging pot, a problem is truly solved’

Thomsen fully commits to PCR plant pots

Kenya adjusts packaging systems for horticultural exports

Complete solutions for fully compostable net packaging

New, stronger packaging for chrysanthemum grower

New reusable transport tray system introduced

Royal FloraHolland to discontinue Fc510 flower box

Sector | Open field

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Coloríginz visits grower in Serbia

Important bees and special branches

Hailstorm devastates flower and vegetable crops in Atlixco, Puebla
Ard van't Veer (Aon) on parametric climate insurance:

"Crop insurance based on weather stations and satellites is gaining ground globally"

Flemish agriculture and horticulture sectors make strides in sustainability

NL: Using surface water as irrigation

Colombia: Planting project aims to root sustainability in floriculture

Sector | Novelties

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Plantipp presents a fresh line-up of new plants at IPM

US (AL): Flower named after Governor Kay Ivey

Fourteen outdoor roses receive the Excellence Roses designation

India: New hybrid rose variety developed by Ngpur's "rose expert"

Rio Roses introduces new green filler, the Unicorn

New Zealand: Rare "corpse flower" blooms in Christchurch

"Kayla has made a strong impression on the North American market"

Sector | Marketing

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US (MA): Burlington flower shop offers roses for unwanted gifts

US: That Flower Feeling calls for continued support to fuel national marketing journey

US: Meeting the heart behind the Marketer of the Year

NL: Poinsettia prominently featured at consumer fairs

"Beyond the Rose” campaign showcases California-grown flowers

New campaign aims to reframe flowers as an everyday essential

US: "New video highlights the power and strength of the floral community"

Sector | Machines

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Multilingual nursery management with image-based gap detection

New smart camera launched for potted plants

Working smarter not harder with a new floor cleaner

Companies join forces to produce IRISS Universal Sorting Machine

New greenhouse Top Cleaner introduced

“Automation will drive efficiency, but it will also elevate the roles of greenhouse workers”

Electric farm vehicle range expands with new models

Sector | Market information

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China: Festive demand boosts sales of flowers ahead of Spring Festival

Türkiye's ornamental plant exports surge 13.7% to record $160M
RaboResearch report:

East African flower exports to non-European markets grow

Armenia to get $5M rose greenhouse investment

"A major win for the UK floriculture supply chain"

Agricultural imports into the United States continue to grow

US (MO): From flowers to decor, stores gear up for Valentine’s Day

Sector | Garden center & retail

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Tourists visit Dutch garden center

'The Germans don't have such garden centers'

UK: GCA reveals 2025 South East region summer award winners

UK: May was another ‘healthy’ month for garden centers

Sector | Floristry

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“There is often still the idea that local flowers are better for the environment, but that is not always the case”

Florist started in a garage but now sends millions of bouquets

UK: Inside the life of a 24-hour florist

"Being a florist is not just about placing flowers, it’s about creating art"

19-year-old twins open their own flower shop

US (MN): New owners of local florist vow to stay

Belgian flowers bring color to the royal palace

Sector | Events

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Vietnam aims to aid ornamental growing with technology

Registrations open for AIPH Meeting Sydney 2026

Preparing the next generation of floral professionals for the future

Indian university event explores floricultural business potential

UK: Orchid day to return to South Cumbria with rare plants
United Selections Open Days

Kenya: "This yearly event marks the beginning of the season"

MANTS has kicked off!

Sector | Company news

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South Korean startup raises funds to scale AI-powered flower delivery

Anders Invest participates in Genap

Van den Borne Group acquires Rutec Group

AFE opens scholarship applications

Hans Peters steps down as CEO of Priva as of February 1st, 2026

Könst celebrates 80 years of dedication to the art of breeding

New Global Sales Director announced for Rock River Laboratory

Sector | Today on social media

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Nicholas Kadiri

Flower Trace

Masterpiece Flower Company

Morel Flowers

Vitro Plus BV

Wicked Tulips Flower Farm

Sector | Logistics

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Ethiopian Airlines marks groundbreaking of Bishoftu International Airport Construction

India: Aviation crisis leads to rapid rise in prices
From pioneers to smart solutions

DLG celebrates 100th anniversary

Tanzania starts long-delayed Bagamoyo port project

Ghana road upgrades expected to lower farm-to-market costs

Ethiopia: Bishoftu International Airport to enhance trade

New flower marketplace launched

Sector | Trade Shows

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Spain

Iberflora kicks off in Valencia
Bogotá, Colombia

Photoreport: Proflora 2025
Today is the last day of Proflora 2025!

Dianthus in the spotlight and a toast to a sustainable future

Photo report : FlowerTrials 2025

NL: Two days of HortiContact connects the greenhouse sector

GreenTech Amsterdam 2025: Addressing horticultural challenges with technology

Photo report: IFTEX 2025

Sector | Post-harvest

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India: Training on post-harvest flower management
World Container Index - 09 Oct:

World Container Index decreased 1% to $1,651 per 40ft container
"hey you, craving something fresh?"

Creepy banana robot

A closer look at Miami-Dade’s planned phytosanitary and cold chain facility

Looking at the effects of floral foam on flax flowers
Austrian drying process Herb.ERT gains importance among direct marketers

"Premium dried products guarantee high appreciation and added value"
"we put the whole fruit in"

16 fruits and vegetables power new skincare line

Sector | Supplies

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New international sales manager for Spid Trays
NP Plastics celebrates 75 years

"The future is a horticulture assortment without microplastics"

Sector | Lighting

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Bloemteknik receives £2.5 million investment

Restart for specialist in wireless LED control

Custom LED gains ground as Italian nurseries push for efficiency

Keeping employees safe from blue light hazard in LED greenhouses

Anthurium grower pairs precision lighting with smart climate systems

Next generation of LED lighting for horticulture revealed

Why optics matter in agricultural lighting: Rethinking efficacy beyond PPE

Sector | Education and research

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US (FL): Study unlocks secrets of the invasive short-spined thrips

IFPA’s 2025 Impact Report showcases major wins for produce and floral industry

How companion plants affect the growth of chrysanthemums

Indonesia strengthens ornamental plant research to meet global demand

US: MSU scientists cast light on Christmas tree research

Managing cold air in winter flower production

Examining the morphological diversity of chrysanthemum seeds in open pollination

Sector | Labour & automation

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New FlexAIR helps growers address changing substrate availability

U.S. farm labor shortages add pressure under trade tariffs