“Vietnam is a country to watch out for the upcoming decades”

At the Hortex in Vietnam, the Rosen Tantau stand was well-visited. Honesty demands us to tell it's not just because their varieties are high in demand,…

Mark Weitjens, AgroCheck:

"If you see how much money disappears in this industry, it's truly bizarre"

Mark Weitjens from AgroCheck says that payment problems are increasing globally. He also says that AgroCheck is seeing an uptick in collection…

US (IA): Attorney General Brenna Bird tours Plantpeddler greenhouse

When you are the Attorney General in a state known for corn, soybeans, and livestock, why wouldn't you find it an unexpected and exciting opportunity…

NL: Vertify's demo greenhouse got a makeover

"Many growers have been here at least once," says Cor van Staalduinen while we sit in the atrium of what's known as 'the old demo greenhouse'. He…

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Ultrasound sensor prototypes undergo new field tests

Just over a year since its official market launch, sensor company Plense Technologies is vigorously conducting research with the ultrasound sensor they…

New mastercourse explores future of industry and connection to society

The Pro Manager Mastercourse Floriculture has been organized for over 10 years now and it aims to connect future floricultural leaders from around the…

Terra Nova Nurseries showcases color-changing sedum and heuchera varieties

Terra Nova Nurseries showcases color-changing varieties with a sneak peek of Sedum 'Mocha Magic' and top performer Heuchera 'Changeling'. The company's…

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Ontario Greenhouse Grower Association speak up against increased wastewater charges

CAN (ON): "$179,000 per acre for any new greenhouse development in the Chatham-Kent"

On March 26, 2024, Chatham-Kent Municipal Council passed their 2024 development charges for water and wastewater. "This will result in a cost of…

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Flower opening dynamics, pollen-ovule ratio, stigma receptivity and stigmatic pollen germination (in-vivo) in Chaenomeles speciosa (Sweet) Nakai

Although Chaenomeles is widely used in horticulture, traditional Chinese medicine, and landscape greening, insufficient research has hindered its…

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Kenya poised to triple horticultural exports with Dutch MoU on cool-logistics corridor

On Monday, the CS Roads and Transport, Kipchumba Murkomen, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of the Netherlands to develop a…

US: Floriculture event at MSU

Producers, floral enthusiasts, retail florists, and Master Gardeners were engaged in a day of education at the MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center, Biloxi, Mississippi…

"Precision hydroponic susbsrates target crop, climate, and production demands"

These next-generation precision hydroponic substrates seek to target crop, climate, and production demands. From the company's beginnings 55 years ago,…

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India: Tulip Garden attracts over 51,000 tourists in 5 days despite Ramadan

In Kashmir Vally, one of Asia's largest tulip gardens has seen a remarkable influx of tourists, with more than 51,000 visitors gracing its vibrant…

AIPH Secretary General Tim Briercliffe receives RHS Veitch Memorial Medal for his service to the industry

On 26 March, AIPH Secretary General Tim Briercliffe was granted the Veitch Memorial Medal for having made 'an outstanding contribution to the…

Jack O’Donnell joins Star Roses and Plants as sales development manager

Jack O'Donnell has joined Star® Roses and Plants as Sales Development Manager. O'Donnell brings over 25 years of experience in horticulture sales and…

FloraLife finishing touch effects on roses

Roses are one of the most common flowers used in bouquets and floral arrangements. At FloraLife, we continually monitor and evaluate the efficacy of…

Water scarcity impacts growers in southern Western Australia

In the southern region of Western Australia, the agricultural sector is encountering heavy challenges due to the depletion of a crucial water source.…

EU Horticulture General Assembly reflects on challenges and prospects for agriculture across Europe

As part of its General Assembly meeting, AREFLH (the Assembly of Horticultural Regions) organized a public conference in Central Macedonia to discuss…

2024 Viva Fresh showcases the best of Houston

The 2024 Viva Fresh Expo is less than a month away and the team at the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) is particularly thrilled about…

Samskip continues network expansion with new Spain-United Kingdom-Rotterdam Service launch

Samskip launches shortsea container service connecting Santander, Tilbury, and Rotterdam, delivering the service reliability, security, and…

Coalition, Greens and independents unite to back Australian farmers

The National Farmers' Federation weighed in on the Biosecurity Protection Levy situation with this press release:Australian farmers welcome the support of…

“The European law must be the same for everyone”

Interfel calls for repeal of French decree on the use of plastic packaging

"After leading the way in Europe in its ambitions to phase out plastic packaging, France is now splitting up the single market and putting its…