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Ben van Wingerden, Color Orchids explains

Seasonal shifts and market challenges ahead for the U.S. orchid industry

Beyond borders - Koen Pack navigates U.S. tariff challenges

CAST comes to an end, stay tuned for more pictures!

De Vroomen supplies The Magnificent Mile Tulip Display

Koemar retires after 47 years at Desch / KIW

Sector | Cut flowers

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The truth about the flower business in Kazakhstan: risks, profits, and an overheated market

UK: Report explores the impact of climate change on cut flower industry

Turkey’s flower record: 75M flowers for International Women’s Day

Over 50,000 orchids imported from Thailand to Siberia for International Women’s Day

Flower prices in Uzbekistan ahead of International Women’s Day

Moroccan fruit and vegetable exporter discusses floral program

Kyrgyzstan’s flower imports from Kenya increased by 38% in 2024

Sector | Pot plants

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Blooming British:

How vertical farming is transforming floriculture

Container trends for the Color of the Year

North America: 2025 Poinsettia catalog released
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”

Sector | Cultivation

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Looking at the various dynamics at play in temperate floriculture

Examining the active acids in orchid cross-pollination

Looking at the adverse effects of phytosanitary issues in ornamental plant production

Looking at the growth, flowering and yield traits for Lily of the Incas

Examining the quality of zinnia's produced under water restricttion

Examining the phenotypic variation and inheritance of leaf weight in chrysanthemums

The effect of foliar spray of nutrients on the growth of pot-anthurium

Sector | Greenhouse

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US (PA): New Plant Excellence Center launched

NL: New greenhouse project expected to be completed in June

Germany: Cramer Jungpflanzen announces insolvency

Green Label Greenhouse certification made comeback in 2024

NL: Custom shielding lighting of rose crop allowed by judge

NL: Grower caught after inspection flight by helicopter
"Deferred projects not lost, still to come"

Atrium Agri's direction: investing in innovation and entering new markets

Sector | Technique

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Growpipes' CEO, Christer Tilk:

"You don't always need AI-driven automation to run a successful vertical farm"
The benefits of nano and micro bubbles in grown produce

Improved marigold bud and flower growth with innovative irrigation

Finding the right ventilation options for a greenhouse

NL: Government wants drone boost for agriculture and horticulture
Sohee Sim on developing ioCrops’ Ation

“Dramatically reducing labor costs isn’t always feasible, but there’s room for optimization”

Wireless LED control enables dimming and spectrum adjustment
"We only heat for temperature and no longer to get rid of moisture"

Dehumidifying and lighting with in-house technology

Sector | Grower in the spotlight

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Tajikistan President visits nursery of rare plants

Detroit flower farm makes plans for season after fire ruined thousands of seedlings
Wholesalers share 2025 trends

UK Mother's Day: New Covent Garden Flower Market prepares for major sales peak

NL: Taking the extra steps to protect data in case of a hack

"Thai orchids: Elevating quality with LytoFresh for global recognition"

US: Augusta County Flower Farm featured in documentary

UK: HTA testifies on hit to horticulture from biosecurity & border policy to Parliamentary Committee

Sector | Substrates

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NL: Deliflor continues on after achieving substrate goal

The key to successfully transition to peat-free growing
Riza Power uses a mixture of raw materials to produce spongy plant plugs

"A technological innovation for growing plants"

Looking at different growing media in horticulture

Looking into the uses of biochar

UK: Solving peat-free propagation issues

Controlled biodegradation of the plastic packaging of grow bag

Sector | Fertilizers

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UK: New biofilm project hopes to offer low cost alternative to synthetic fertilizers

Managing sulfur deficiencies in plants

"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

Sector | Energy

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Shade cloth with retractable solar film tested

Geothermal power Maasdijk officially put into operation

Logiztik Alliance Group reduced over 15,600 kg of CO2 equivalent in 2024

Batteries as a revenue model and solution

The importance of dehumidifiers in the greenhouse

Shell stops geothermal projects in the Netherlands: 'We don't see enough perspective'
but it still has to get better

Geothermal energy competes more often with CHP in 2024

Sector | Crop protection

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Natural slug controlling nematode set to aid crop protection

Webinar recap: exploring alternatives to synthetic fungicides for myrtle rust control

US: Orchid fleck virus detection ImmunoStrip released

Serbia: Climate change bringing new diseases to greenhouses

Using predatory mites to keep crops safe

Meeting the rural doctor aiding growers through video

Fighting against disease in geranium plants

Sector | Young plants

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Ellepots in the wild: A tour of Capogna Flowers
Riding new trends at D.S. Cole Growers

“Our goal is to deliver what customers want, even before they realize they want it”

Biodegradable paper bags replaces substrate in new propagation system
Haim Rosenblum on Hishtil's Green Vision

"Proud of our steps towards carbon footprint reduction"

Focus on standardization throughout the year in young plant industry

NL: First chrysanthemum cuttings delivered to Infinity Chystanten

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

Sector | Breeding

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Mr. Tatchai Kantarot, Target Genetics, explains

Latest trends and challenges in marigold breeding

China: Yunnan court rules in favor of Selecta in trademark case

Looking at the reproductive phrenology of endangered miniature orchids

Looking at the evolution of red flowers in Iochroma (Solanaceae)

Examining how terpene synthases drives floral diversity

Cloning and expression analysis of rose genes
The Bloom Show:

"How United Selections leads with customer-centric innovations in rose breeding"

Sector | Annuals and Perennials

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India: Taking a closer look at anthurium flowers

US: New Tempo variety unveiled by Terra Nova Nurseries

New research shows how LED lighting can aid ornamental flower growth

The first flower to bloom in space is a zinnia
Proven Winners ColorChoice Fairytrail Cascade Hydrangea Collection

"A game-changer for gardeners and retailers"

Singapore names new orchid species after Vietnamese politician

Terra Nova announces new perennial

Sector | Tree nursery

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Canadian government urged to support forest restoration post wildfires

UK: CambridgeHOK to aid in Forestry England project

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

Sector | Packaging

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UK: New pot recycling scheme launched at Provender Nurseries

Oboya Horticulture acquires majority stake in Brazilian pot and tray manufacturer
Chrysal introduces recyclable packaging

US: "A milestone in sustainability"

Campaign launched to promote sustainability in Indian floriculture
Nancy Montealegre, Montehappy:

Sustainable banana-leaf planters take flight internationally

European packaging paper prices decline amid weak demand and industry consolidation
Stöcklin Logistik AG presents itself for the first time at Fruit Logistica:

"Fully automated direct picking of item-on-store-mix pallets"

Sector | Open field

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Study: Genetic composition of tulips in India

Ireland: Rare orchid discovered in Galway for first time in 80 years

UK: Planting method deliver higher survival and lower costs per tree

Unusual yellow flower in Kent

Sector | Novelties

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US: Novel Echinacea variety makes its debut

Glow-in-the-dark hydrangea unveiled

Anthogether introduces three new cut anthuriums
Four new clones available from Danish grower PKM

"Innovation meets quality"

New edible lily cultivated in China

Terra Nova releases sneak peak of new Peach Pearl

India: New chrysanthemum varieties revealed

Sector | Marketing

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Sustainabloom launches new promotional video

How does branding elevate plant value?

NL: Tips for communicating your certifications to buyers
Spreading the truth about Kenyan flowers

“We should better communicate our sustainability strides”

Marketing toolkit for International Women's Day released
To drive traffic to the store

US: Texas garden center pays people for dead/dying poinsettias
BallSB's "Jingle Bell Bloom" campaign

Celebrating the joy that flowers bring to the Christmas season

Sector | Machines

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Terrazza Greeny PRO:

"Your ideal partner for cleaning nursery tables"

Using technology to reduce costs
Alexander Bergmann on the Mayer Buffer Belt PT 5000

"This new buffer belt marks a leap in automation and user-friendliness"
Ewald Bouwmeister, Weber Verpackungen on pot packer

"Switching between paper and plastic? This sleeve bagging machine does it seamlessly"
Paper pot 2.0 machine launced at IPM

Filling three pots at a time increases production line capacity up to 1200 pots or 250 trays an hour
Bosman Van Zaal launches series of dehumidifiers

NL: OptiDry dehumidifiers use natural refrigerant propane
NL: Maan Group announces new automation division

"Horti equipment took an increasingly prominent position"

Sector | Market information

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Spain: Florists expect to see more than 7M flowers sold for Sant Jordi
NIRP showcased 3,000 Ecuadorian & Kenyan roses at Myplant & Garden 2025

"Italy's high demand for roses fuels growing interest in imported varieties"

Report offers insights into Thai ornamental horticulture industry

US (FL): Showcasing Miami-Dade’s blooming nursery industry

Ethiopian government urged to address challenges in the horticultural sector

UK: Flowers most popular gift this Mother's Day
Dutch flower im- and exporter Wesley van Klaveren, FlowerGreens

"Flower prices fluctuate for English Mother's Day"

Sector | Garden center

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US: Proven Winners certified training now available
Andrew Evans:

“Looking back, I wish we had renovated earlier”
In 2023, 13% of all houseplant sales in garden centers took place in December

UK: "December is peak time to purchase a houseplant"

NL: Smiemans provides update on its current projects

UK: GCA announces 2024 Christmas display competition winners

UK: GCA invites members to enter Worrall Cup

UK: Voting now open for GCA Associate Member of the Year award

Sector | Floristry

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J Schwanke's Life in Bloom returns in April for 7th season
Aroma Flowers explains

The rise of online flower shopping in Dubai
15,000 flowers and 2,500 plants mainly from Dutch growers

The blooms behind the Gothenburg Horse Show in Sweden
Blooming Love and Weddingflowers:

"A celebration of sustainability in the wedding industry"

New Ebook series designed to aid florists launched

US (OH): Taking steps to diversify Cincinnati's floral industry

Just Eat enters into Swiss partnership with Fleurop, delivering flowers within just 45 minutes

Sector | Events

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UK: Houseplant Studios to create "indoor sanctuary" at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

UK: David Austin Roses preparing for launch of rose that is "12 years in the making"

Photo report LichtEvent: Growers share experiences with full LED

Floral Bootcamp education program at Floriexpo released

"Sidai: Where the art of breeding and photography come together"

CAST day 3: "Good weather, steady guests and amazing plants"

56 breeders to open their doors for FlowerTrials 2025

Sector | Company news

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Beyond Plenty’s bankruptcy filing: Industry reactions signal a reality check for CEA

US: Resource Innovation Institute announces six new board members

UK: HTA issues response to Chancellor's Spring Statement

NL: ErfGoed delivers turnkey project at Kwekerij De Zuidplas
"We want to prevent growers from making unnecessary investments"

Wageningen University & Research launches RootzoneLab

New shareholders for UFO Supplies

US: BloomNation announces new partnership with Florabundance

Sector | Today on social media

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LinkedIn

Mast Young Plants

Isaya Henia Muiru
LinkedIn

Tanya Carvalho

Sakata Seed America, Inc.
LinkedIn

Tanya Carvalho
LinkedIn

HilverdaFlorist BV
LinkedIn

Kuno Jacobs

Sector | Logistics

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Cool transportation solutions for boosting Kenya’s flower exports

UK: Partnership aims to bring new direct floral delivery service to London

Flower air trade value four-folds between 2003 and 2024

Study warns of dangers of stowaway animals in ornamentals

China: 73 tons of imported seedlings for first two months of 2025

First reefer container with flowers transported by rail in Kenya

US: Record setting season expected for floral industry

Sector | Trade Shows

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AIPH approves new trade show in Italy
co-located with Agritechnica Asia

Photo report: HortEx Vietnam
Slogan of Proflora 2025:

"Explore, connect, and experience the magic"

US (OR): Hotel registration open for Farwest Show

HortEx Vietnam 2025 is a wrap! Stay tuned for our photo report!
Dick van Raamsdonk, HPP Exhibitions, looks ahead to HortiFlora 2025

Ethiopia: "The biggest and most beautiful edition yet"

China: 2025 Guangdong Phalaenopsis exhibition opens, showcasing 3,000 varieties

Sector | Post-harvest

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Chrysal presents duo of crop care: Fyt 'n Fyx

"Cohesion of portfolios for a healthy, resilient flower chain"