NL: Flower and plant exports show growth in January 2025 compared to 2024

The export value of flowers and plants showed a 7% growth in the first month of 2025 compared to 2024. This is reported by the Dutch Association of…

Colombian flowers to adorn US Capitol this week

On Valentine's Day, the U.S. Capitol was dressed in Colombian flowers as part of an initiative led by the Colombian Embassy in the U.S., Asocolflores,…

140-year-old Royal Brinkman ranks 12th among the oldest family businesses in the Netherlands

Royal Brinkman was founded in 1885 and will celebrate its 140th anniversary in 2025. This long history is remarkable for a family business. Regarding…

Myplant returns to the fair, with 55,000 sqm dedicated to horticulture.

Italy: “It will be a ‘Big Bang’ painted Green”

The 9th edition of Myplant & Garden will be a Big Green Bang, an explosion of nature, vitality, suggestions, colors, and innovation. The International…

Thrive and Flourish brochure for 2025 officially released

Ball Seed® has released the 2025 edition of its combined Thrive and Flourish printed brochure for pro-landscaper solutions and garden center inspiration. This…

Ready for HortiContact 2025? Here's what to do

The countdown can begin, HortiContact 2025 is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will again fill up with horticultural…

US (FL): New venue for Bloom Together Event

The 5th Annual Bloom Together Event (#TBTE25), organized by The Bloom Together Initiative, is set to take place on March 3rd, 2025. From 7 PM to 12 AM,…

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UK: "More government support needed in horticulture"

Apprenticeships are a great way to attract new talent to any industry. The combination of hands-on experience and classroom learning helps individuals…

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Research Fund accepts grant proposals for floriculture projects

The Fred C. Gloeckner Foundation Research Fund (FCGFRF) of the American Floral Endowment (AFE) is now accepting grant proposals for research and…

Colombian growers gather to celebrate industry collaboration ahead of Valentine's Day

Closing the Valentine's season, Colombian flower growers gathered for their annual lunch to celebrate the collective efforts of the industry. This…

Mangave shows off resilience in testing

Plantipp has announced the completion of thorough testing on the Mangave Mad About Mangave series, highlighting the plants' drought resilience and…

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US: Miami International Airport drives American floral industry

Miami International Airport (MIA), a gateway to the United States, maintains an incredibly robust perishable cargo hub at ready-to-serve American…

Fairtrade International:

"The true cost of unethical flowers on Valentine's Day"

Fresh-cut flowers are not an 'environmental crime' — and they should continue to be a part of life's special moments including Valentine's Day. There…

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Flower growers in Bangladesh frustrated by low prices

Growers of Gadkhali village in Jashore's Jhikargachha sub-district are disappointed as flowers are selling cheap. They were selling roses at Tk 7-8 a…

China: Strong growth for Yunnan Province flower exports

Fresh-cut flowers from southwest China's Yunnan Province are gaining global traction, with exports surging due to improved cultivation, higher quality,…

Tulip season underway for Latvian growers

As the spring approaches, tulips start to blossom in greenhouses. The earliest varieties flower in January. There is a slight increase in demand for…