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The growing demand for skilled horticulturalists

The horticulture industry is a market that has developed exponentially and continues to see growth year on and year. The demand from commercial enterprises that are expanding…

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Balance changes in favor of insect netting

In some countries, a mesh is a part of the basic equipment used in a greenhouse, but in the Netherlands, this is not the case. However, this trend is changing as of late, as…

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Spain: 4.2 million roses expected to be sold for St. George's Day in Catalonia

The companies of Mercabarna-flor expect some 4,200,000 roses to be sold in Catalonia during the three days of St. George’s festivity. This is 40% less than in 2019, a year in…

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AmeriSeed introduces new Marigold

Marigolds are increasing in popularity as a cut flower and one of the largest breeders of African/American F1 Marigolds, Ameriseed recently introduced a new variety: “Sumati”…

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Tracking nutrient changes and spot deficiencies

"It’s like a blood test for crops"

“Agriculture has been put under a lot of performance pressure because we need to grow with less,” says Keenan Pinto, CEO and Co-founder of Nordetect. “We learned that mother…

A water basin full of solar panels in 2022? Start preparing now!

Horticulture is becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of solar panels on water. Solar panels can be found in more and more water basins. The government is also…

Gold star for panicled hortensia with best shelf life

The Living Pinky Promise from Alex Schoemaker (Living Creations) received a prize from Royal FloraHolland last week. The panicle hydrangea was awarded for its fantastic shelf…

"Beetles that pee themselves to death could be tomorrow’s pest control"

Various beetle species have gobbled through grain stores and weakened food production worldwide since ancient times. Now, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have…

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NL: Lightweight and durable binding tapener showcased

The new BJA TB-SI blue binding stapler from Amevo is now available. With only 421 grams an absolute lightweight, yet robust and durable. Salesman Espen Zecha from Amevo is…

NL: Flower Record Crocuses and Narcissus Jetfire make spring last longer

It took its good time this year, but spring has finally sprung in the Netherlands. At our offices in Tholen, however, it arrived a couple of weeks early. These photos are…

Verdant Technologies hires new executive team member

Verdant Technologies has landed postharvest life extension scientist, Todd Edgington, as its newest executive team member. Edgington’s responsibilities as Vice President of…

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Online event: drive demand for floral, consumer attitudes and industry insights

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US: research on consumer attitudes toward domestic & locally-grown flowers

Slowflowersjournal.com is so excited to announce two new benchmarks on U.S. consumer attitudes toward buying American-grown and locally-grown cut flowers. Sponsored in part by…

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UK: Defra reminds plant importers of requirements

The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has told its members to heed a reminder from Defra on the new requirements that plant importers must meet following…
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US Admins' day: a bright spot for florists

Monday marked the start of Administrative Professionals’ Week in the U.S., and Administrative Professionals’ Day falls on Wednesday. The holiday began as National Secretaries…

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The top floral and gardening trends to expect for summer

Backyard landscaping and gardening trends come and go throughout the seasons and while the first sign of last year’s perennials will always be a welcomed sign of spring…

Perennial Trials reveal top 5 performers in Rocky Mountain conditions

The purpose of the trial garden is to evaluate new perennial plant species and cul­tivars under the unique Rocky Mountain environmental conditions.  Plants are evaluated for plant…

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The power of flowers can be mighty potent

After being potted like plants for months on end at home, many have marched outdoors to tend to gardens, walk in the woods or appreciate other people’s colorful flowers. Yayoi…

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How online florist UrbanStems leaned in on self gifting to grow sales

As daily habits shifted in the past year, so has gifting. Floral arrangements’ popularity, in particular, saw unexpected popularity throughout the year. According to a survey…

NL: Aerials show sea of tulips in bloom at famed flower park

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Sibley greenhouse gets new managers

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Sustainable fertiliser use in field-grown ornamental crops guide

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Funding helps garden center bounce back during lockdown

A garden center group with three sites in the South West has used a six-figure bank funding package to help it rebound during lockdown. The Gardens Group, which owns Castle…

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Traveling 60 km daily: the life of a tulip gardener in Kashmir

Manzoor Ahmad, 40, a gardener at Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in Srinagar wakes up with the first dawn of the light and ensures that he reaches the garden on time. “I…

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