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Morel marks a new era for Cyclamen persicum

"The first double flowered cyclamen on the European market"

Making CO2 more affordable for vertical farms and greenhouse growers

Plantanious, Persoon Potplanten

"When the Christmas tree is gone that space can be filled with a houseplant"

US: Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show accepting new product submissions for 2025

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UF/IFAS study suggests that native plants outperform non-native species in growth, floral abundance

Photo report Expo Flor Ecuador

Sector | Cut flowers

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India: Subscription service the latest trend in floristry
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'Over 100,000 imported orchids from China monitored in Primorsky'

Russia considers raising flower import tariffs

Belarus to increase local tulip production

“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

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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FSI visits Colombia to learn about the sector's environmental practices

Kenya: Biota Nutri announces calcium, iron trial results

Jackson & Perkins Roses Recognized as American Garden Rose Selections Winners
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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

Sector | Greenhouse

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Former Floriade greenhouse at new location equipped with new climate screens

'The cut flower exports of Turkey in 2024 has surpassed 87 million USD in 6 months'

NL: WUR looks at the future of Greenhouses

NL: Fast progress on construction of energy-efficient tulip greenhouse

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

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

Speed breeding and climate chambers

Sector | Grower in the spotlight

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US: Remembering Richland’s Pittsburgh Cut Flower

US (FL): UF/IFAS honors Florida grower

NZ: From graphic design to flower farm for New Zealand grower
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China: Facility tour shows benefits of regenerative farming

NL: Flower delivery the old school way at Danblomst
Small business blooms into 227 acre farm

US (KY): “I like to say that I failed at vegetables so I could succeed with flowers"
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UK: Dahlia's delight denizens of Dartmouth

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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Hungary makes geothermal priority EU

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?

Sector | Crop protection

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Identification and control of birdeye pearlwort in greenhouse container production
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US: Envu releases herbicide calibration video to aide ornamental growers
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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

Sector | Young plants

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Tomasz Michalik, Vitroflora

“It was a strategical decision to enter the West-European market”

Sector | Breeding

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Study: Unlocking the mysteries of modern rose genetics

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"

Sector | Annuals and Perennials

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Terra Nova Nurseries unveils Companion Plants for 2025 Colors of the Year

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

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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Paardekooper and SK Roses partner for flower sleeves

Pöppelmann TEKU unveils new, recyclable plant trays

UK: Coventry University leads sustainable floriculture project

NL: Newwen, Paardekooper announce partnership
Elburg-Smit

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

Transport Stickers seek to help keep flowers fresh for longer

NL: Modiform to feature products at GrootGroenPlus

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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Photo credits: Floriday

Novelties at Floriday and Trade Fair

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

Sector | Marketing

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Limex tray washer at Van Son & Koot

The importance of hygiene in cultivation

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

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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'Isparta is second in Turkey in carnation production'

Urgent request for seasonal worker scheme clarity in the UK
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India: 'Kangra floriculture still navigating post-Covid challenges'
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China: Digitization embraced in Beijing flower industry

About the Middle East, autumn colours and expensive tulip bulbs

US: UF/IFAS conducts survey to find damage of Hurricane Milton
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India: 'Fruit, flower prices triple ahead of festivals'

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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Dare to Bloom: Ecuadorian talent shines at Naranjo Roses
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US (TN): Business aims to bring joy through "Petal It Forward" event

UK: 'Floristry students inspired by Flower Market visit'
Photo Credit: Flower Power Daily
New York City: October 4 -13, 2024

Check out Fleurs de Villes’ free 2024 flower show

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

Sector | Events

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November 11 to December 13, 2024

US: University of Florida offering online pest-management training course

US (CA): Get a sneak peak of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Danziger

"We are making our annual InnovationFest event even more interactive and accessible"

US: Kurt Dramm inducted into CGW Hall of Fame
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US (OR): Thousands of flowers to be donated in giveaway

UK: Kersten Catella of Wyvale Nurseries to deliver Women in Horticulture keynote address

Germany: Beauty Seasons heather plants invited to their First Open Days calluna fair

Sector | Company news

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NL: Stichting EPS gives funding to two projects at GrootGroenPlus

Taks Handling Systems announces partnership with Powerplants Australia

Jet Fresh Flower Growers announces new North American partnership

US (NY): DeCicco & Sons now offering signature collections

UK: HTA submits proposals to Chancellor, calls for support for the horticultural sector

Andermatt Group expands into Argentina

US: Sustainabloom releases four new guides for sustainability

Sector | Today on social media

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LinkedIn

Fresh From Source
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The Queen's Flowers
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Eija Lankinen
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Leo van Rijn
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Carlos Oramas
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Carlos Oramas

Sector | Logistics

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"Self-charging electric refrigeration trailer system cuts emissions by 90%"
Willum van den Hoogen, Florius International FZCO

Liege Airport (LGG) has the potential to become Europe’s largest air cargo flower hub”

“This new data logger ensures more effective and comprehensive data tracking”
strengthening its commitment to Ecuador's floriculture sector

Avianca Cargo increases cargo capacity to close out 2024

Kenyan flower exporters urge airlines to add capacity
Ivo Koopmans, DHL Global Forwarding:

"Air freight seasons for perishables are changing"
Omar Moghrani, Shypple Fresh

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

Sector | Trade Shows

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GrootGroenPlus Trade Fair 2024 report

Photo report: Canadian Greenhouse Conference 2024

Novelties and floriculture at Canadian Greenhouse Conference

Expo Flor Ecuador has come to an end
Large investments into Indian and Kazakh greenhouse projects

Photo report: AgraME 2024, Dubai
pick up your free Greenhouse Guide at booth 2013!

Final day of CGC kicks off

Positive vibes and business talk at Expo Flor Ecuador

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