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Looking back at October

"If everyone knew this story, they would understand the value of flowers”

We're getting closer to the end of the year! Let's refresh our memories on the month of October. In the Netherlands, Schneider B.V. was declared bankrupt, while Royal Van Zanten's flower bulb company announced it will close its doors in 2026 after 164 years. At the same time, the international industry came together at events such as Proflora in Bogotá, the IFPA Global Produce Show in Anaheim, and the Canadian Greenhouse Conference. On the business front, Proven Winners moved to become a single unified company, Decowraps acquired Dutch assets from Paardekooper, and growers continued to invest in automation and digitalization. Let's have a read!

© Elita Vellekoop | FloralDaily.com

Bankruptcy of Schneider, discussions and search for restart in full progress

On Monday 13 October 2025, the District Court of Breda declared Schneider B.V., based in Woudrichem, bankrupt. This brings an end to the suspension of payment that had been in effect since 3 October.

© Mirthe Walpot | FloralDaily.com

Photoreport: Proflora 2025

Last week, Proflora took place in Bogotá, Colombia. A major trade fair in the heart of the Colombian flower sector, in a city surrounded by large farms on the Bogotá savanna. Some of the biggest growers in the Latin American country cover as much as 250 hectares. At the fair, many growers were represented, showcasing big roses, colorful Alstroemerias, and a wide variety of Dianthus.

© Royal van Zanten

Royal Van Zanten's flower bulb company closes its doors after 164 years

At the end of May 2026, Van Zanten Flowerbulbs in Hillegom will permanently close its doors. After more than a century and a half, there is an end to one of the oldest bulb companies in the Netherlands. The company - better known as the Koninklijke Van Zanten - originates from the Veldhuyzen van Zanten family; A family that from the end of the nineteenth century already put the cultivation of and trade in flower bulbs on the global map.

© Mirthe Walpot | FloralDaily.com

"If everyone knew this story, they would understand the value of flowers"

Yesterday, a day before the Proflora trade show kicked off in Bogotá, international visitors were welcomed at several Colombian farms to get a closer look at production, breeding and post-harvest processes. We will soon share more in-depth information about the visits, but for now, let's take a look at an overview of the day!

© DecoWraps

DecoWraps purchases Dutch assets from Paardekooper

Decowraps Europe BV has reached an agreement with the trustee of Paardekooper Horti for the acquisition of selected assets and inventory in the Netherlands.

© Eelkje Pulley | FloralDaily.com

IFPA Global Produce Show 2025 brings color and collaboration to Anaheim

This past weekend, the IFPA Global Produce Show took place in Anaheim, California. Growers, importers, and suppliers from around the world came together to explore the latest developments in the fresh produce and floriculture sectors. Our reporters were also on the floor, capturing trends, the atmosphere, and the participating companies.

© Proven Winners

Proven Winners becomes single unified company

Proven Winners has announced a new chapter. Historically operating as two distinct businesses that control and operate the Proven Winners brand in North America, Pleasant View Gardens (Loudon, NH) and Four Star Greenhouse (Carleton, MI) have decided to join forces and form one company, Proven Winners, under one ownership structure in a partnership transaction with Staple Street Capital, a private equity firm that helps companies capitalize on transformative opportunities.

© Boekestyn Greenhouses Inc

CAN: Grower takes step towards hands-free production

Boekestyn Greenhouses is taking a step toward fully automated plant production by investing in an advanced Plant Order System from WPS, allowing it to manage strong growth while reducing labor costs.

© Floritic

New digital platform connects growers and buyers worldwide

Floritic has introduced a digital platform that connects growers and buyers worldwide. The platform offers a comprehensive solution for order management, logistics, payment, and business development, aiming to make the handling of fresh products more efficient and transparent.

© Arlette Sijmonsma | FloralDaily.com

Photo report: Canadian Greenhouse Conference 2025

Happy Thanksgiving to Canada! We have something to be thankful for - a great edition of the Canadian Greenhouse Conference, and over 300 photos to share with you. The event proved to be highly relevant for gaining a taste of the Canadian horticultural industry and some insights into North America as a whole. More articles will follow in the upcoming days - first it's PICTURE TIME.