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“Labels and consumer packaging are increasingly used as marketing tools”

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UK: "Flower-giving is back as demand for posh bouquets soars"

NL: ErfGoed announces team reshuffling

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UK: Where have all the flowers gone? UK border controls stem supplies

Photo Credit: Flower Power Daily
New York City: October 4 -13, 2024

Check out Fleurs de Villes’ free 2024 flower show

NL: Harvard students visit Van den Ende Rozen

Sector | Cut flowers

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“High-quality flowers still get good prices at the Jiayi Flower Market”

BBC article discusses working conditions in the Kenyan flower industry

Five flowers with high pollen content that might cause you to have allergies

Harvard students spend a day at Royal Flora Holland
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Can ornamental plants help keep waterways clean?
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India: 'An increased interest in exotic flowers among Goans'
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The average cost of a bouquet has risen by 26%

In Russia, flower prices have surged dramatically ahead of September 1st

Sector | Pot plants

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Ammerlaan-Sosef increases capacity by cooling pot chrysanthemums in containers

"We liked the first refrigerated container so much that we immediately rented another one for the other location"
Dirk Beijer, Bunnik Creations

NL: A plant sensor with plant-specific advice for consumers and retailers

Spring Flower Garden: “We want to build a new floral business model”

A succulent with an Olympic flavour

Verbena Fuerte: "a 'survivor' in the garden"

Australia: Wax flower season launches for Helix
Oerlemans Plastics at GreenTech:

Renew, reuse, recycle, reduce, and redesign

Sector | Cultivation

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Study: Exploring the potential of salicylic acid and arbuscular mycorrhizae

Da Nang farmers busy planting flowers for Tet 2025
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Podcast on Floral Standards, the new book from the Seattle Wholesale Growers Market

Solution for gutter hygiene introduced at CGC 2024
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Understanding the effects of ethelyene gas

How mycorrhizae help plants absorb more nutrients and water

US (VT): Workshop aims to help organic farms blossom

Sector | Greenhouse

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NL: Certhon starts new construction project

US (PA): Zionsville greenhouse up for auction
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US (KY): Lexington flower shop, cafe ‘picking up the pieces’ after fallen tree damages historic greenhouse frames

What’s the greenhouse industry like in Medicine Hat and Redcliff, Alberta?
"GA-Clean effectively removes all contamination"

NL: Gutters properly cleaned of inorganic salts special focus during crop rotation
Kris van der Velden offers critical external view on labour, the biggest cost in greenhouse horticulture

"Learn to use labor forecasting in the workplace"
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US (WA): ‘BLEVE’ sets greenhouse ablaze

Sector | Technique

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Edison Jerez, Semidor, on the NUF water filtration system

“The potential of this technology is immense”
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Side Effect app gains new features
photo report

Gain insight into climate control with new mobile app

NL: "With Floriday, we make the whole chain more efficient"
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'Nano technology boosts Indian agriculture'
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Dark side of plants revealed with ghost-imaging

Benary purchases Seedling Scan Pro

Sector | Grower in the spotlight

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UK: Rose producer aims for potting operation expansion

The Armenian story of sweets and roses

UK: Appleshaw rose grower is UK champion at Harrogate Flower Show

Abergele flower farm offers home grown Welsh beauty for every occasion

NL: Dekker Chrysanten Face of the Family: Walter Bolhoeve

Syngenta honors Mitch Hanes with AAS Breeder's Cup
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US (OK): Second growing season helps Blanchard farm

Sector | Substrates

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NL: Opening new production site Klasmann-Deilmann
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Ireland: Wexford nursery making the move to peat-free compost

17th International Peatland Conference held in Taizhou, China

"This growing media ensures low water retention levels"

Sustainable approach to coir production

What’s new in peat-free

Jiffy announces Preforma expansion with new west coast factory

Sector | Fertilizers

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"Our new Biota Phos shows the true value of circular fertilizers"
Reduce shrink and enhance shelf life with controlled-release

Smoothing the bumpy road from the greenhouse to plant sales

Green-tech to distribute Woodland Grow Natural Fertiliser

Use of fertilisers in EU agriculture down 10% in 2022
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Kenyan flower industry looks to biological solutions to effectively control the False Codling Moth (FCM)

US: Biota Iron Powder now approved in Oregon

Effect of a continuous application of 1-MCP during the transport and storage of cut roses

Sector | Energy

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China: Using smart energy for sustainable growing
what’s behind incentives and rebates, and how to make use of them

“LED lights are cheaper than upgrading the grid”
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Kenya importing more power from Ethiopia

NL: Fear of the imbalance market unnecessary: 'Choosing the right market at the right time'
15 euros per ton necessary, 40 euros per ton excessive?

NL: Higher CO2 tax for greenhouse horticulture not ruled out

Will rising energy costs be the Dutch horticulture industry’s achilles heel?

NL: Water authority helps greenhouse horticulture get CO2

Sector | Crop protection

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PCPB raised concerns about the growing amount of misinformation surrounding pesticide in Kenya
outdoor pesticide application equipment

US: EPA reinstates and expands pesticide Application Exclusion Zone protections

Study: Unlocking the power of plant growth-promoting bacteria

Taking on the False Codling Moth to Safeguard Kenya's Exports to Europe

NL: Research on interactions between seeds and microbes receives funding
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How to avoid pansy PGR overdoses
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Dmytro Guzhva, Katch Kan Agro

Navigating the new Canadian pesticide regulations

Sector | Young plants

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Tomasz Michalik, Vitroflora

“It was a strategical decision to enter the West-European market”
Rise n' Shine Biotech on their breeding line, new partnership and future plans:

"2023 has been a year of milestones, with more to come"

Sector | Breeding

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Dedication and innovation make Schoneveld Breeding a reliable partner
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Study: Crossing and selection of Dahlia lines with a lower degree of petal abscission
Benito Jaramillo, Flores del Valle SA Valleflor Ecuador

“The Manuela is designed for high-end floral displays and big events”
Kwekerij Tass

"We are the only Mikado grower in the Netherlands"

Danziger shares trials results from North America
International Orchid Day

"This orchid is not only exclusive but also unpredictable"

High quality through balancing energy between development and improvement

Sector | Annuals and Perennials

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US: Star Roses and Plants wins awards from 2025 AGRS Testing Program

Dümmen Orange reveals highlights from 2024 North American trials
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Matawhero Art Gallery display celebrates the hydrangea

"Lucky Lips premiere succesful"
Robin van der Schaaf, 2Plants International, on their recently-launched Calla variety

“It’s a strong performer with an exceptional look”

Make 2025 a Gold medal season

ASCFG announces 2024 Cut Flowers of the Year Winners

Sector | Tree nursery

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UK: Peat-free nursery sees sales skyrocket
Bower & Branch on the future on the green industry and the merger with Tilly

“We are an industry of plant experts, not ecommerce experts”

UK: Wyevale Nurseries receives Planet Mark Certification for sustainability
VanDerEng

Tree-growth tape aims to give all the information needed

Sector | Packaging

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Transport Stickers seek to help keep flowers fresh for longer

NL: Modiform to feature products at GrootGroenPlus

Modiform's EcoExport packaging wins sustainability award at Four Oaks

Release of reusable Fc595 support shelving for Lisianthus product group

Plastic-free plantboxer introduced
Royal Flora Holland

NL: How will the new EU packaging legislation (PPWR) affect the floriculture sector?
Sylvia Segeler on the development of nature-based cellulose nets

"Demand mainly focuses on the standard net colours"

Sector | Organic

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US: ""Soil conditioner works with the foundation of soil and roots to enhance plant health

NL: "The organic flower bulb market is growing faster than the supply"

Sector | Open field

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Ireland: Rare orchid discovered in Galway for first time in 80 years
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UK: Planting method deliver higher survival and lower costs per tree
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Unusual yellow flower in Kent
Nick Weterings

NL: Weterings Machinery replaces diesel hand tractor for electric variant
Joseph Garcia

Canada: Pick-your-own tulip farm owner in Niagara expects increase in visitors
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UK: Picker died of work-related disease, inquest told

The HTA welcomes the Environment Select Committee’s call for a national strategy for green spaces

Sector | Novelties

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NL: Novelties to be shown at GrootGroenPlus 2024

'Groundbreaker Blush' convinces expert jury
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India: Women drive the dry flower business in Nagaland

Vitroflora presents new range of young perennial plants and grasses for 2025 season

Season of Aster Showmakers kicks off with expansion

Plant Development Services Inc. debuts new varieties at Cultivate 2024
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2025 Ball FloraPlant Catalog available

Sector | Marketing

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Dümmen Orange promotes Kalanchoe brand in Japan

US: Wave Petunias to celebrate 30th anniversary in 2025
Garden Cyclamen

"A cyclamen, especially outdoors, can brighten things up"

US (FL): Transform your floral creations into visual masterpieces with our free Floral Photography Checklist
Jeff O’Brien, Brands in Blooms

“Education and inspiration are the critical elements that will win the fearful and reluctant gardeners back into the garden center”

From petals to profits: 6 strategies for marketing flowers to Gen Z
Charlie Hall, Ellison Chair of International Floriculture at Texas A&M University:

"Growers need to distribute benefits of flowers to consumers"

Sector | Machines

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BRM-tec

"Not just continuing Jamafa's traditions, but also advancing with innovations"
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September 17-19, 2024

Online Public Auction of agricultural equipment from Sun Valley Floral Farms
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E-grow Edible Alert Series

A Primer of Artificial Intelligence for Greenhouse Control

Dutch contracting company auctions horticultural machinery and tractors online
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Rwanda: British buyers explore trade deals with women-led horticulture businesses
Michael Panuccio, Freshxpress:

"This isn’t just another cooling machine, it’s a game-changer"

New: sweeper and vacuum machine for children introduced

Sector | Market information

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USDA launches comprehensive support for Hurricane Helene-affected farmers and communities

India: 'Vegetable and flower prices surge due to Navratri Festival demand'
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UK: Flower sales up by 25% since lockdown

Indian flower prices stable amongst festivities
Photo credits: BloomNation

Fall 2024 floral trends report
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India: 'Marigolds bloom in festivals in Telangana but state slow in cultivating it'
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The impact of hurricane Helene in the horticulture sector

Sector | Garden center

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UK: GCA "buoyant" over August results
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UK: Squire's Garden Centres receiving GCA awards
Jeff O'Brien thanks his former team by means of a parody song

"There were no words to express my love and gratitude"
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Türkiye’s largest botanical garden boasts 1,200 plant species
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US (CA): Poot’s Cactus Nursery celebrates 30 years of cultivating cacti in the Central Valley
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Watters Garden Center employee nominated for national award

UK: GCA’s regional award meetings next month are the first in new area format

Sector | Floristery

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US: BloomNation now offers Spanish-language support to florists
SFN launches 'Foundation in Sustainable Floristry' online course

"There hasn't been a lot of work looking at sustainability in floristry"

Dutch platform offers florists direct access to grower's supply
Foto: Amanda Drost Photography
Julia Köhler, Marshmalllow and Magnolia

NL: "We see a trend towards classic flowers, such as Iris, Callas and Anthuriums"

US (ND): Finding joy through flowers and watercolors

UK: BFA Industry Awards 2024 winners revealed

Slovenia announces winner of National Floral Art Championship

Sector | Events

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Cornus alba Nightfall earns A classification from GrootGroenPlus.

US (VA): Third Annual CEA Summit East is in the books

Incotec launches microplastic-free film coating for sunflowers at Euroseeds
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China sees flower market boom during National Day Holiday

US (CO): University celebrates National Latinx/é Heritage Month through flower festival

CAN: Waldan Gardens celebrates 25 year anniversary
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76th Annual Aloha Festivals Floral Parade blossoms in Waikiki

Sector | Company news

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US (MI): Employee stock ownership plan for Wojo's Greenhouse & Farm
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Israel: 1000 year old plant seed revived
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Dubai Miracle Garden set to open for 13th season

NL: Vietnamese embassy presented with a bouquet of a new lily variety called "Sutudo"

NZ: Auckland City Council publishes guide to local plant nurseries

Azerbaijan Flowers Company appoints new director

Blue Radix secures €5M

Sector | Today on social media

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Expoflores
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Carlos Oramas
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Carlos Oramas
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Mohamed Abdulhafez
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Warja Abrosimova
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Carlo van Dee
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Master Florist

Sector | Logistics

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Omar Moghrani, Shypple Fresh

“Accurate and timely information can help us to organize the transport process more efficiently”

Growers and shippers hope for quick resolution to East Coast port strike
Celdomy, Lowpad

"We now easily achieve a picking time of 21 seconds"

Third runway at Melbourne airport to enhance Victorian agricultural exports

Impact of aviation workers' strike on exports in Kenya

NL: Checks against criminal interference in horticulture sector

Case Study: Tharfield Nursery's transition to plant trolleys

Sector | Trade Shows

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Photo report

NL: GrootGroenPlus 2024 comes to an end

AIPH grants approval to India's 17th International Flora Expo
Ed de Groot, 247flower.online, about exhibiting at Iberflora

“This event is the ideal opportunity to connect with importing wholesalers from around the globe”
1-3 October, 2024

Spain: Iberflora 2024 set to begin

NL: IPD to present specialty flowers at IFTF

The Kunming International Flower Expo of China was opened in Kunming

An impression of the 22nd Naivasha Horticultural Fair

Sector | Cartoons

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Plant-Based diets linked to lower risk of sleep apnea

Nigerian father surprises wife with bouquet vegetables as Valentine’s gift