IFTEX, FlowerTrials, Greentech and many company acquisitions and cooperations

June is the month of the IFTEX in Kenya and the FlowerTrials and Greentech in the Netherlands. Furthermore, there were some striking company announcements, like Kuehne+Nagel acquired Morgan Cargo, Graff Breeding, and Royal Van Zanten that announced to partner up to supply 'Dipladenia/Mandevilla, and that Royal Van Zanten and BreierCross joined forces in carnation. Also, Hem Genetics celebrated its 25th anniversary, and Mandevilla Sundaville Double Blush Pink won the FleuroStar Award 2023-24. You can find an overview of the most important highlights of June 2023 below.

Australia: Ball Mother-stock House meets growing demands

Established in 2001, Ball Australia is known for its national distribution of quality seed and vegetative lines for flowers, vegetables, herbs, cut…

"Cargolite is more than just another carton. It's a new packaging concept"

In the beginning, growers were hesitant to use this packaging concept. Now, seven years later, several growers are working with it, benefiting from it…

Delphy Group remains independent

Delphy Groep has decided to terminate the merging process with Canadian company AgriFORCE Growing Systems. AgriFORCE, a publicly traded company, gained attention in the…

Takii unveils new seed production location in Karacabey, Turkey

Global seed breeder Takii is delighted to announce the establishment of its state-of-the-art seed production location in Karacabey, Turkey. "This…

"SeaProof Chrysanthemum retains quality after four weeks of shipping by sea"

There is a developing market for chrysanthemums coming from Colombia, East Africa, and Asia. The importance of sea freight over air freight is growing…

Kuehne+Nagel acquires Morgan Cargo

Kuehne+Nagel signed an agreement to acquire Morgan Cargo, a leading South African, UK, and Kenyan freight forwarder specializing in the transport and…

NL: Hem Genetics celebrates 25th anniversary

Hem Genetics celebrates 25 years, and that means time for celebration. At this 'youthful' age – on average, the big names in the worldwide breeding…

IFTEX celebrates its 10th edition with a party

This week, the 10th edition of IFTEX is taking place, and they celebrated this milestone on the evening of the show's second day at Samba Events. The…

Photo report: IFTEX 2023

The 10th and largest edition of the IFTEX has come to an end. Last Thursday, the Oshwal Center in Nairobi, Kenya, where 165+ growers and suppliers exhibited, closed its doors.…

NL: Floritec opens new breeding location in Honselersdijk

Floritec has officially opened the doors of its new breeding location in Honselersdijk. After months of preparations, renovations, and developments,…

Graff Breeding and Royal Van Zanten partner up to supply 'Dipladenia/Mandevilla'

Graff Breeding and Royal Van Zanten partner up to supply high-quality cuttings of Dipladenia/Mandevilla – the Qdeville®. Royal Van Zanten will be…

30MHz and Aranet partner up to form wireless sensor solutions for more sustainable horticulture

Over the last few years, Aranet and 30MHz have both been active in bringing wireless sensor data to the horticulture industry. As of June 2023, they are…

Mandevilla Sundaville Double Blush Pink wins FleuroStar Award 2023-24

The FleuroStar Award 2023-24 of Fleuroselect has been awarded to Mandevilla Sundaville Double Blush Pink from MNP / Suntory. Klaas Droog, Sales &…

Photo report FlowerTrials

FlowerTrials 2023 is a wrap. At 24 locations in the Netherlands and at 4 locations in Germany, 60 breeders presented their new, potential, and existing pot and bedding plants…

Ready, set, pictures: GreenTech photo report is here

After a week of reporting on visitors, exhibitors, innovations, and robots that pick up all the veggies (but not quite yet), it's now time to let that…

Germany: Fully booked spoga+gafa coming to an end

One of the largest garden and BBQ lifestyle trade fairs in the world is in full swing. The three-day event is held at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany…

Kordes' novelty Spotlight awarded "Golden Rose of Baden-Baden 2023"

The most beautiful new rose breed of the year was honored at the 71st International Rose Novelty Competition in Baden-Baden. Kordes' floribunda…

"Consumers want lilies that are big and bold, not just a filler flower"

At Sun Valley Floral Farms in California, many flowers are being grown, including Oriental lilies and Oriental Trumpet Hybrid Lilies. But how are they…

Kenya: "We are your eyes on the ground"

When importing flowers, several issues can occur during the process, so what if a buyer could have 'eyes on the ground' that check if everything goes…

Kenya: "More intensive hydrangea cultivation enables us to explore and add new crops"

Since 2013, Flora Delight has been growing hydrangeas in Kenya year-round. They quickly gained traction in the market as demand for these hydrangeas…

Royal Van Zanten and BreierCross join forces in carnation

Royal Van Zanten and BreierCross have decided to join forces in the marketing, sales, and production of BreierCross carnation genetics in the EAME…