Mark Seguin and Brad Smith on Sakata’s SunPatiens:

“Year after year of consumer satisfaction creates brand loyalty”

Introduced in 2005, SunPatiens of Sakata has enjoyed annual double-digit sales growth. "Their success in the marketplace is directly linked to their…

"Cultivate is focused on greenhouse operators and not ag-tech investors"

Reduced LED company presence at Cultivate

In previous years, Cultivate was adorned with a vibrant array of lighting suppliers, illuminating the paths with their shiny, bright, and purple displays.…

Micothon new insect vacuum machine for an Alstroemerias grower

“The desire and need for the most sustainable crop protection solution is urgent”

Since Micothon started developing vacuum solutions for insects, many growers have expressed an interest in advice and solutions. That turned out great…

Greenhouse grower builds warehouse on a tight schedule

In 2021 Havecon had the opportunity to build a 2.4-hectare greenhouse for Boekestyn Greenhouses. In 2022 Havecon was asked to build a warehouse…

DS Cole Open House on August 3, in Loudon, NH:

"Get a sneak peek of next year's selection and see how we operate on a daily basis"

On Thursday, August 3, New Hampshire-based D.S. Cole Growers will open its doors. During this day, visitors can see how they operate on a daily basis…

Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

Butterflies and moths are found all over the world. Their preferred place to reproduce is in protected crops – after all, it’s usually warmer inside…

UK: Garden centre sales soar but the heat is still on with inflation, water, and trade concerns

As June 2023 made history as the hottest June ever recorded, with unprecedented temperatures and a mix of heatwaves and heavy rainfall, garden centres…

American Institute of Floral Designers announces AIFD inductees at GROW symposium in Chicago

The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD®) announces the induction of its newest members during the prestigious GROW Symposium held in Chicago,…

AU: Applications open for 2024 Growing Leaders Scholarship

CBH Group, in partnership with the Grower Group Alliance (GGA) and Leadership WA, is pleased to announce the 2024 Growing Leaders Scholarship is now…

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Sun safety techniques to safeguard agricultural workers

As the nation experiences a summer of extreme heat, Equitable Food Initiative, the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with…

Theo Aanhane appointed as new director at Hobaho

Theo Aanhane has been appointed managing director of Hobaho by Dümmen Orange. From October 1st, he will take over from Foeke Gardenier, who has been in…

US (MI): MSU researchers receive NSF grant to address ‘Grand Challenge’ of plant biology

Michigan State University molecular plant scientist Dan Chitwood has received a $640,000 grant, part of a larger $1.5 million collaborative award from…

Blooming vision: Eye exams at the Jet Fresh Flower Farm

Jet Fresh Flower Growers farm in Cotopaxi, Ecuador is not just a place for beautiful roses; it also values the well-being of its team members.…

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Russia: Authorities identified potted plants coming from China lacking the necessary documents

On July 2023, an inspector of the Rosselkhoznadzor Department for the Amur Region and the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) identified 2 cases of imported…

Russia: 'The Best Flowers in the World' event concludes 6th edition

In the Southern Urals in Magnitogorsk, in the largest park under construction in Russia, 'Prityazheniye,' the flower festival of the project 'The Best…

"First half of the year one of the worst in years for cucumber growers"

How did the horticultural sector fare in the first half of 2023? René Boots of ABAB does a tour of the 'fields.' In doing so, he naturally comes across the…

Geert-Willem van Weert, Vitotherm:

"Gains to be made by properly adjusting and monitoring your burner"

A good burner can be financially beneficial. But then you must be sure it does what it is supposed to do. That is possible with remote monitoring,…

Is the UK ready for the Brexit import controls, and will these push up prices?

The proposals from the UK government for its new post-Brexit border strategy - beginning this autumn - will require all goods arriving from the EU that are…

UV stability insect mesh further increased due to global demand

Insect mesh specialist SchermNed has increased the UV stability of its insect mesh. This is a further development of the special insect mesh filter…

Air Tanzania freighter to be used to export fresh flowers, avocados, fruits & vegetables and more

Recently, Boeing and Air Tanzania celebrated the delivery of the airline's first 767-300 freighter. The airplane arrived at the airline's hub in Dar es Salaam…