IFTF, Trade Fair, Morel cyclamen trials and more news

Looking back at November 2024, the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) and Trade Fair were key events that brought the industry together, showcasing the latest innovations and advancements. During the shows, we had the opportunity to meet with several companies and later write articles highlighting their new products, achievements, and projects. Another notable event was the annual cyclamen trials organized by Morel. As was Steven van Schilfgaarde's announcement that he would step down as CEO of Royal FloraHolland. Below is an overview of the most important highlights from November 2024.

Cargolite and Afrex address flower transportation issues

"When flowers are transported with care, their value significantly increases"

"Over the years, we have successfully enhanced the appearance, integrity, and sustainability of Kenyan flowers. It's hard to quantify in dollars, but…

Vacuum Cooling Colombia SAS facilities to host inspections in MDE and BOG

Colombia: Advancements in floral transport - ICA approves inspections at origin

Shipping flowers by ocean has become an increasingly popular mode of transport in Colombia. However, the ICA phytosanitary inspection at departure…

Christian Nissen, Queen Genetics, on their 3-pack ready-to-sell retail solution

"This new succulent concept boosts efficiency for growers, retailers and consumers"

"It is an integrated concept that creates value at every stage, from grower, retailer to end user", says Christian Nissen of Queen Genetics Canada and…

'Camellia Femme Fatal' wins first prize at the Glazen Tulp Awards 2024

Plants under Plantipp management received four awards in the category Garden Plants of the Glazen Tulp Awards 2024. The first prize was awarded to Camellia…

Photo report: Trade Fair Aalsmeer

With over 600 exhibitors, it was once again very busy in Aalsmeer in the past few days, where plants, cut flowers, pots and much more were showcased.…

The Plant Company:

"This expansion enables us to effectively double our annual output"

On October 22, The Plant Company hosted the grand opening of its new greenhouse in Virginia, bringing its total under cover growing space to 10 acres.…

Photo report IFTF 2024

The 14th edition of the IFTF is a wrap. The number of growers with a stand was higher than ever and the number of visitors was, as always, very international. What was…

"It's great to see how the varieties perform in the North-European climate"

In week 43-45, for the second year in a row, the Morel Production Trials took place at the premises of Plantenkwekerij P. Mostert in 's-Gravenzande,…

United Selections celebrates anniversary at IFTF

10 years of Jumilia

During the recent International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF), United Selections celebrated a significant milestone: the 10-year anniversary of their rose variety, Jumilia.…

Kenya: Baraka Roses expands farm and flower assortment to meet growing demand

Baraka Roses has been steadily expanding its farm over the past several years, with its most significant growth currently underway. From growing roses…

Bart Hayes, Westhoff, on SeaGlass Portulaca series

US: Rising demand for summer performance crops

As summers grow warmer across the United States, demand for heat-tolerant plants is steadily increasing. Retailers and consumers alike are extending…

Chuck Pavlich on Terra Nova's 'changeables'

"If one can have a plant that looks different three or four times a year, that is a built-in bonus"

Chuck Pavlich, Director of New Product Development with Terra Nova Nurseries, sees sales ticking upward for heuchera that perform in multiple ways.…

Steven van Schilfgaarde steps down, Pieter Bootsma new CEO Royal FloraHolland

Steven van Schilfgaarde is stepping down as CEO of Royal FloraHolland (RFH) at his own request at the end of this year. RFH's Supervisory Board (SB)…

Liliana Rodriguez, Circasia & Vuelven:

"A year of expansion, innovation, and sustainability"

For Circasia & Vuelven, or C&V as they are widely known, 2024 has been a year of multifaceted growth. In addition to expanding their farm by 8…

Tinaw Flower Business doubles its acreage to 70 ha

"One of Ethiopia's largest floral expansions"

One of Ethiopia's largest recent floral expansions is currently taking place at Tinaw Flower Business. This rose farm is increasing its acreage from 35…

US: Westhoff and Selecta Klemm settle dispute over spotted petunias

Westhoff and Selecta Klemm have come to a resolution to allow the continued sales of Westhoff's DiscoBall Petunias in the United States. "It is good to...