Ed de Groot, 247flower.online, about exhibiting at Iberflora

“This event is the ideal opportunity to connect with importing wholesalers from around the globe”

Today, the 53th edition of the Iberflora trade show kicked off. The trade fair for plants and flowers, landscaping technology, and DIY gardening is…

Ronald van Norde, Agora Group

NL: "There are still many flowers that have remarkably high prices"

Autumn has started, and you can tell right away by the temperatures and the trees with their discoloured and falling leaves. It is also noticeable in…

"Our new Biota Phos shows the true value of circular fertilizers"

Biota Nutri is proud to announce the launch of its new sustainable phosphate product, Biota Phos. Made from plant waste streams, Biota Phos is 100%…

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EHPEA applies for SSCI benchmarking

The Consumer Goods Forum's (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has announced that the Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporter Association…

Germany: Düsseldorf Wholesale Market opens its doors for flower wholesalers

The traditional Düsseldorf Wholesale Market is about to undergo a major transformation. At the end of the year, the market will relocate to Hilden— "a…

Transport Stickers seek to help keep flowers fresh for longer

"One of the most significant challenges for flower growers is keeping flowers fresh during long, dry transport periods. The journey from the farm to…

Germany: Kientzler Jungpflanzan and Kordes Jungpflatzen combine for 'Proven Winners' ornamentals

Kientzler Jungpflanzen and Kordes Jungpflanzen are young plant producers in Europe. Both companies seek to offer varieties for future-oriented…

NL: Award for Tulip Experience Amsterdam

Tulip Experience Amsterdam has won another award. Director Sylvia Pennings proudly accepted the Tripadvisor honor. "As a family business, we do…

UK: GCA "buoyant" over August results

August's Barometer of Trade (BoT) figures out today (October 1, 2024) from the Garden Centre Association (GCA) show some "really strong" results. From…

NL: Ten years of Seed meets Technology: 'No more manual counting in two years' time'

Seed meets Technology is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Also this anniversary edition, international trade visitors knew how to find the…

"50 years of dedicated service to the fresh produce and floral industries"

New Covent Garden Market received a special award at the FPC Fresh Awards on Friday, to mark the milestones of 50 years since the relocation to Nine…

Syngenta honors Mitch Hanes with AAS Breeder's Cup

"Mitch Hanes retired from Syngenta Flowers in 2022, but his innovative and industry-changing breeding legacy continues, earning him the AAS Breeder's…

BRM-tec

"Not just continuing Jamafa's traditions, but also advancing with innovations"

BRM-tec, a new name in the world of industrial automation for the cut flower industry, has emerged from Jamafa Machinery. The company is led by Bas…

NL: Opening new production site Klasmann-Deilmann

On September 27, Klasmann-Deilmann officially opened its new production facility in Duiven, the Netherlands. In partnership with Bol Peat and Olde…

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Study: Crossing and selection of Dahlia lines with a lower degree of petal abscission

The "Eternity series" of dahlias, bred for their long vase life to facilitate long-distance transport, still faced the challenge of ethylene-induced…

Slovenia announces winner of National Floral Art Championship

The Slovenian National Floral Art Championship took place on 16 September 2024 in Celje, Slovenia, and brought together once again the best Slovenian…

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US (WA): Daffodhalia hybrid captures attention

A new flower was discovered by accident in Washington. It's one-of-a-kind, beautiful and it's called the "Daffodahlia". Cattle and Cut Flowers, a local…

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Canada: Additional $9M invested in Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative

Announced on September 16th, the governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $9 million in the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability…