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Friday, June 2, 2023
John Kowarksy:
In the beginning, growers were hesitant to use this packaging concept. Now, seven years later, several growers are working with it, benefiting from it, and some are even asking their buyers to invest in it. The concept in question is the Cargolite® packaging system, which among others, prevents boxes…
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AgriFORCE acquisition terminated
Delphy Groep has decided to terminate the merging process with Canadian company AgriFORCE Growing Systems. AgriFORCE, a publicly traded company, gained attention in the international horticulture sector over the past year due to a series of intended investments. Delphy Groep will no longer be a part of this journey. The…
Global seed breeder Takii is delighted to announce the establishment of its state-of-the-art seed production location in Karacabey, Turkey. "This strategic expansion represents a significant milestone for Takii, strengthening its global presence and reinforcing its commitment to providing high-quality…
June 6th - 9th in Anna Paulowna (NL)
Coming week Kapiteyn again organizes the Captain Calla Days. The industry is invited to get acquainted with their Calla expertise and the latest breeding advancements. In the show, greenhouse one will find a carefully selected collection of genetics for both potted plants and cut flower production.…
FloraLife has recently updated its logos, brand colors, messaging, marketing materials and packaging. "The new, vibrant and colorful brand identity was developed in response…
Agri-tech company Bluelab today announced the latest upgrade to the Bluelab Guardian product line, the Bluelab Guardian Monitor Wi-Fi (BGUSTD02) and Bluelab Guardian Monitor Wi-Fi Inline (BGUNLN02). The monitors are the first in the Bluelab product portfolio to support the optional connection to Edenic…
On May 16 and 17, Interplant had their yearly Open House. With over 200 visitors who varied from traders, growers, and floral designers, Interplant is very pleased with the turnout. Interplant organized fun activities showed visitors around, and had influencer Yusif Khalilov make beautiful bouquets for…
Looking back on Memorial Day
All 300,000 graves at Arlington National Cemetery had flower placed on its headstone for Memorial Day on May 29. “This outpouring of support shows the patriotic spirit of so many Americans,” Ramiro Penaherrera, told Stars & Stripes last week. He is the executive director of The Memorial Day Flowers Foundation,…
FlowerTrials presents an opportunity to sample new innovations, and creative concepts, and learn of new trends in the breeding of pot and bedding plants. Agriom, under its umbrella pot roses brand Difference Roses, will be exhibiting too. "Difference Roses have continuously strived to elevate the standards…
South African producer SafriCanna:
SafriCanna is an EU-GMP-certified cannabis producer based in South Africa. The company caters to the premium cannabis market, exporting their product around the world. “We take the most pride in our product and ensure our environment is extremely clean and pest free,” says master grower Chad S. in a…
In week 24, the Netherlands will once again be buzzing with international flower and plant lovers. At Deliflor too, there will be many new products to admire in the field of disbudded and spray chrysanthemums and Santinis. The greenhouse boasts a flower trial packed with novelties and interesting test…
Wednesday Nov. 8 - Friday Nov. 10
The annual International Flower Trade Fair (IFTF) in The Netherlands is set to take place this year from Wednesday, November 8 to Friday, November 10, 2023. The trade fair will be held at Expo Greater Amsterdam in Vijfhuizen, located near Amsterdam's international airport Schiphol. Click here for our…
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Two new distinct carnivorous plants have been identified by botanists from Ecuador, Germany, and the United States. These plants are all members of the butterworts family (genus Pinguicula), a genus of insectivorous flowers that includes around 115 species. Their leaves have a sticky texture that allows…
A ground-breaking study has revealed that plants can efficiently remove toxic petrol fumes, including cancer-causing compounds such as benzene, from indoor air. The study was led by University of Technology Sydney (UTS) bioremediation researcher Associate Professor Fraser Torpy in partnership with…
ecoation's platform is now available in multiple languages. The company has implemented the localization of its software platform in German, French, and Dutch, allowing scouts to conduct their scouting in their native language, including English and Spanish, which were already fully supported. At the…
The "lost tulip", a species unique to Turkey and reported to have disappeared from nature since 1896, began to be reproduced in the Merzifon district of Amasya, its homeland,…
Svensson:
In the greenhouses of Chiltepec, located in the states of Mexico and Veracruz, a wide variety of potted flowers are cultivated, including Anthuriums, Bromeliads, and a selection of Orchids such as Dendrobium and Phalaenopsis. These greenhouses have been pioneers in Mexico in using climate screens since…
Agrinag's animal rescue center:
One of the farms of Elite Flowers, Agrinag in Ecuador, has an animal rescue center, and they just created the logo and gave it a name 'Paws N' Roses.' What started as an act of goodwill has now helped rescue 11 species and in total 51 animals from captivity and illegal trafficking. "At Paws N' Roses, we are…
The new Nygaia substrate fiber will be presented at GreenTech Amsterdam at the RAI from June 13 to 15, 2023. "As the Netherlands' leading horticultural technology platform,…
Extreme market volatility and record-high prices severely impacted fertilizer demand in 2022. According to a new Rabobank report, affordability is starting to improve, and a rapid recovery in consumption is possible in some regions in 2023. But in most cases, demand will take a while to return to…
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Long before the invention of solar panels, greenhouses have been running on a different sort of solar power, trapping heat from the sun to give plants a warm place to grow even in the dead of winter. But running a big, commercial greenhouse, especially in Wisconsin, requires lots more energy, too: gas…
We evaluated the suppressive effect of prohydrojasmon (PDJ) on Frankliniella occidentalis and tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) in chrysanthemums under semi-commercial…
"In just six weeks, it should happen, the delivery of Hellebores to customers. Even in the weeks beforehand, it is all hands on deck. After a second year of delivery from the new greenhouse, we can say that the process is running smoothly. A season with strongly rooted, uniform young plants. And lots of…
HilverdaFlorist launches the new Pot, Patio & Garden catalog. This edition features the commercial assortment of young plants and starting materials for Alstroemeria,…
The American Society of Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) has announced its 2023 Cut Flowers of the Year. Chosen by the group’s 1600 members, the criteria for the awards are the varieties’ ease of culture, productivity, and marketability. Recipient of the 2023 Woody Cut of the Year, Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Pinky…
Dharaksha
There has been a growing demand for alternative packaging solutions in India due to environmental sustainability concerns and the need to reduce plastic waste. This has led to several alternative packaging solutions to gain traction in the packaging industry. While biodegradable packaging materials are…
On May 17, the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) expanded functionality for the USDA Organic INTEGRITY Database by launching a new Trade Partner Module. This new module is…
Research shows that exposure to plants has a positive impact on physical, mental, and emotional health. The recent AIPH Green City Briefing explored this subject and highlighted the importance of including more green spaces in cities. Photo by José Leon Organised by the International Association of…
Royal Van Zanten presents its latest creation: Sira, a white Santini with a striking bright green center. "With strong stems and an exceptionally good vase life, Sira is an absolute must-have which we are launching jointly with LS Santini", the breeder says. Chrysant Sira BreedingSira was discovered during…
Introducing the Fourth Annual Women in Horticulture Week:
For the first time in history, female gardeners have outnumbered their male counterparts in competing for medals at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. An impressive 58% of designers participating in this year's event are women, placing men in the minority. This shift is also seen in the college-educated…
Alex Frost, Hypervend:
With the idea to create a new sales channel for flower companies without any labor or high fixed costs, Hypervend was established in June 2021 in Boston. They designed a smart vending machine that can interface with any website or app via an API they provide for a seamless omnichannel experience. After…
OptiCept’s patented method of vacuum impregnation has been proven to extend the shelf life of unrooted cuttings, according to the company. The rooting ability is also improved. By extending the time frame, it can mean that the proportion of wastage can be reduced significantly, enabling large savings for…
Ohio floriculture was worth more than $240 million in 2022, according to the USDA NASS, Great Lakes Regional Field Office. Ohio floriculture producers sold nearly $244 million…
Fabio Chaparro:
"Whether flowers are grown locally or are being imported, they need to be fresh at any time of the year, and I think we as an industry are doing quite a good job," says Fabio Chaparro, who is in the floral business for more than 40 years and owns a florist shop (My Finest Harvest Co.), in Florida. "Having…
This year’s Chelsea Flower Show has celebrated eight ‘Heroines of Horticulture,’ among them the Indian scientist Dr. Janaki Ammal, who struggled against the odds and…
A new Forest attraction will display an award-winning garden from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, where a local nursery also triumphed. Exbury Gardens has taken on a sanctuary…
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The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has approved the proposed acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Phima Flowers by the Dutch investment holding company Marcoz Holding. CAK said in a statement that it found that the transaction is unlikely to negatively impact competition in the market…
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As part of the Mother's Day celebrations, LATAM Cargo, Kuehne+Nagel, and Elite Flower purchased more than 25,000 liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The amount purchased would reduce the equivalent of the total emissions generated by a cargo flight on the Bogotá-Miami route, a period in which a…
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