Our best-read articles of 2024

The new year has started, but before looking forward to what 2025 has to offer, we would like to reflect on 2024. What were the most popular topics? Which articles were the…

Sjaak van Schie B.V.

"An international market made sense for us"

How is the new generation of growers coping with the increasingly internationalizing ornamental plant market? Roel van Schie is the operations director…

"Pantone Color of the Year 2025 calls for luxurious, textural, abundant florals"

" 'Mocha Mousse', a soft and muted brown color recently announced as the Pantone Color of the Year 2025, appeals to the desire for well-being by…

NL: New ownership of production and commercial activities of DecoNova Young Plants

The trustee in bankruptcy of DecoNova Young Plants B.V. at Roelofarendsveen and Nieuwveen has concluded an (asset) agreement with Straathof Plants B.V.…

7- 9 January, 2025

NL: Chrysanthemum Valley, The Winter Edition

Many new introductions are in the pipeline at Dekker Chrysanten. If you are curious as to what might be a big hit in 2025, Dekker Chrysante encourages…

Hanneke and Bas Ubink:

"We are always exploring the digital market"

How is the new generation of growers coping with the increasingly internationalizing ornamental plant market? Hanneke and Bas Ubink are the fifth…

Logiqs opts for independence and a long-term vision

Logiqs has decided to remain independent and not engage in partnerships with external investors. This choice highlights the company's ambition to…

Research uncovers consumer, industry perspectives on floriculture sustainability

A series of studies reveal critical insights into U.S. consumer and florist perceptions of sustainable practices within the floral industry, including regional…

India: 'Florists sell array of blooms for New Year'

Increases in flower prices have failed to dampen the New Year mood with people making a beeline before florists, who are making different kinds of…

"Auspicious flowers win favor of Chinese customers as Spring Festival draws near"

Flower sellers across China are seeing their auspicious varieties sought after by customers who began to decorate their homes in the run-up to the traditional…

Amanda Gilpin

UK: Gill Hodgson awarded MBE in New Year Honours List

Gill Hodgson of Everingham in Yorkshire has been awarded an MBE for Services to Floristry in the New Year Honours List 2025. Passionate about…

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India: Jamshedpur Flower Show wraps up with new winners

The Horticultural Society Jamshedpur, in collaboration with Tata Steel UISL and Tata Steel, is hosting the 34th Annual Flower Show from December 29,…

UK: Geoff Ramm to present at GCA conference

Creator and author of Celebrity Service and Celebrity Service Superstars and Forbes named 'Game Changer' Geoff Ramm will be presenting at the Garden…

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Study examines the dynamics of vegetative and reproductive development in on-farm cut dahlia

The objective in this study was to determine the duration of the vegetative and the reproductive phases, as the relationship between total…

Dutch to visit Turkmenistan: 'Emerging, hard-to-enter market with opportunities'

A small trade delegation visited Turkmenistan from 2-6 December. The trip was organized by East West Trade & Consulting. The delegation was small in…