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Monday, March 16, 2020

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Industry members call for support

Ornamental industry trying to survive COVID-19 frenzy

The run-up to Mother's Day (May 10 this year) usually means busy times for the ornamental industry, Now, however, due to the COVID-19 frenzy, industries are hit hard,…

But more industry events postponed or cancelled due to COVID-19

IFTEX, and Flower Expo Ukraine postponed

As governments around the world are shutting down public places such as schools, cafes and restaurants, measures are also being taken to limit the amount of people getting…

US (NH): Cold-hardy hydrangea study to help regional cut flower and landscape industry

New Hampshire has seen a dramatic increase in cut flower farms, underscoring the need for reliable research to support the state’s flower industry. To that end, University of…

Cargo airlines respond to COVID-19 crisis

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the announcement by the European Commission (EC) granting the temporary suspension until June 2020…

Sustainable cultivation in the greenhouse: higher production, lower footprint

It sounds too good to be true: a higher production, and at the same time a lower footprint. But it is possible, as shown during the 'Greenhouse2030: Sustainable cultivation…

"Match the filter to the problem"

Filters are an essential component of irrigation systems. The main function of filters is to separate suspended or dissolved particles from the water. In irrigation, we aim to…

Expecting the unexpected: Aphids and mites in geraniums

Years ago zonal geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum) was among the few crops I rarely saw in the Entomology Diagnostic Lab, aside from occasional fungus gnat damage to roots or…

UK: Sustainability a top gardening trend for 2020 at the Garden Press Event

Kicking off the 2020 gardening season, over 100 exhibitors showcased their new products and stories in front of the garden media at last week’s Garden Press Event, which took…

Veiling Rhein-Maas to remain open until further notice

The auction at the Veiling Rhein-Maas marketplace in Straelen-Herongen will remain open and carried out until further notice. This means that the auction will take place on…

Special Climate

Climate change research with plant chambers

Scientists at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) in Canada are leading the way when it comes to solving problems such as how to feed a growing population and…

Colombia bans entry of non-residents over COVID-19

Colombian President Ivan Duque announced strict measures Sunday to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, including blocking entry to the country to all…

Australian spotlight on Tomato spotted wilt virus

Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) causes a range of symptoms, depending on the age of plants, weather conditions and nutritional status. Symptoms include yellow mottling of…

webinar, March 17

Fit roots for plant health

On March 17, 2020 Koppert Biological Systems and Hoogendoorn Growth Management jointly give a webinar about how to facilitate root health and condition to get the best…

Is there still hope for rapid change from pesticides to IPM in Europe?

The third edition of the Foodlog ‘Agriculture without chemicals – How?’ congress was held at Koppert Biological Systems headquarters on 27 February. This year the congress…

The gerbera is on the Flower Agenda in April 2020

Playful, cheerful colours and shapes, available all year round and unscented: the gerbera matches every personality. The flower’s symbolism is also linked to cheerfulness. For…


COVID-19 update Labour shortage but plenty fruits and vegetables available Empty shelves in the fruits and vegetables aisles and a demand that equals that of Christmas and Easter, and at the same time through the roof, the floricultural market has collapsed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Another challenge on the horizon is that of labour. The horticultural industry in general relies greatly on…

Australian greenlife industry gathers in the west

Mr Reece Whitby MLA, Western Australian Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer and to the Minister for Environment officially declared the Greenlife Industry Australia…

UK Ministers appoint Nicholas Saphir new Chair for Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board

The UK Government has appointed Nicholas Saphir as the new Chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) with effect from 1 April 2020 for a three-year…

The Taiwanese tech behind Dutch greenhouses

Taiwan-based company Hugreen has cooperated with Netherlands-based developers of greenhouses to make greenhouses smart through establishing sensing networks and monitoring…

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Today I'm escaping the office and going to work in the greenhouse, it's a gorgeous sunny day and I can almost see the plants growing in front of me....#mondaymotivation…

Kenya feels coronavirus impact in different sectors

From tourism to merchandising, stock market to imports and exports, Kenya has started feeling the impact of the novel coronavirus. Kenya stands to suffer major hits as the coronavirus…

Bank of Canada cuts interest rates by another half point in surprise move

The Bank of Canada made a surprise interest rate cut on Friday, trimming its key overnight lending rate by another half point. With the cut – attributed to the worsening…

MIA among approved airports for flights from Europe

Miami International Airport will be added to the established list of U.S. airports approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to receive flights from the…

Boston Flower and Garden show comes to an end 2 days early as coronavirus concerns rise

As coronavirus cases increase, colleges have cancelled in-person classes, museums shut their doors to the public, and other local events have come to an abrupt halt. But one…

2020 Flower Show helps Philly spring ahead

The 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show theme, “Riviera Holiday,” highlighted Mediterranean-inspired gardens through a display of bright flowers and luscious canopies. From Feb. 29…

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