Scott Hodgins, Plant Products:

"Bringing your pest and disease questions to us is like going to see your family doctor"

"Being owned by a company that produces beneficial insects and also partnering with bio- and synthetic pesticide companies as well as fertilizer…

Franck Pohu, Viridivi:

"French customer appreciates service and attention"

Just two years ago, Franck Pohu started his own plant export company Viridivi in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands. With almost two decades of experience, the…

July 15-18 in Columbus, Ohio:

US (OH): Cultivate'23 what to expect?

Cultivate'23 is just around the corner. On Saturday, the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, will open its doors again. At first for…

Chris Schlegel of DS Cole Growers, nominated for 2023 Head Grower of the Year:

"She has that special ability to get things done and still have a smile on her face"

DS Cole Growers' head grower Chris Schlegel has been nominated for 2023 Head Grower of the Year, together with Drew Koschmann of Walters Gardens and…

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A quick review of Poinsettia 2023 powdery mildew

Powdery mildew can spread rapidly once the conditions are favorable, and an epidemic can be devastating to a poinsettia crop. The key is finding it…

Building a better forest tree with CRISPR gene editing

Researchers at North Carolina State University used a CRISPR gene-editing system to breed poplar trees with reduced levels of lignin, the major barrier…

Advancing green sanitation in horticulture through on-site hydrogen peroxide production

Sanitation is the unsung hero in horticulture, having significant implications for product quality and public health. However, traditional sanitation…

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US: Senate passes resolution celebrating American Grown Flower Month

The Senate yesterday passed a resolution introduced by Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.)…

Bioinputs Forum: Today´s resources guide the future of flowers

On June 22, Ceniflores, the Colombian Center for Floriculture Innovation, organized the First Bioinputs Forum at Universidad de la Sabana [La Sabana…

Yerevan Greenhouse Forum:

A step toward the future of high-tech greenhouses in Armenia

In June 2023, Richel Group and Agrotech Armenia organized Yerevan Greenhouse Forum, a significant event for the horticultural sector in Armenia. The…

AdeptAg unveils North American Support Network

AdeptAg has established its North American Support Network (NASN). The NASN's purpose is to offer rapid, 24/7 support to key geographic regions where…

Leah Heiden joins Eason Horticultural Resources' National Sales Team

Leah Heiden has joined Eason Horticultural Resources' National Sales Team. "We are excited to announce that Leah Heiden has joined the EHR national sales team.…

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CAN: Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada express concern over Port of Vancouver labor strike

The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) is raising concerns over the Port of Vancouver labor strike. Recognized as a vital artery for the…

One more step needed for virus sensor market introduction

After a recent breakthrough, it seems only a matter of time before growers have a handy virus sensor that offers quick insight into the presence of…

Plants substantially more expensive on average at auctio, flowers lag behind

Due to a cold start in April, the real spring rush at Royal FloraHolland got underway relatively late, but from Mother's Day onwards, the temperature…