Herbs

Among the international symposia organized by Macfrut 2025, there is also a Round Table discussion scheduled for Wednesday, May 7th, as part of the Spices & Herbs Global Expo, the exhibition dedicated to spices, medicinal and aromatic herbs. The herbal supply chain: a guarantee of quality for. read more

Jolanda Wijsmuller, who is currently active independently in the market after working at Bayer for many years, provides an overview on LinkedIn regarding the active substances available in the EU for controlling fungi, insects, and weeds based on their origin: synthetic or natural. read more

"Just plug it in and let it grow" – that's the slogan of the Viennese start-up omni.farm. The device, also named omni.farm, is designed to produce two to three kilos of fresh vegetables and herbs within two to eight weeks, depending on the type. And all of this without needing a "green thumb". read more

In the world of agriculture, there is often discussion about sustainability, soil stewardship, and reducing chemical inputs. One method to eliminate the use of herbicides, improve soil structure, and enhance moisture retention capacity is through continuous inter-row tilling. read more

The Italian apple supplier Vip reports that the recent initiation of a project aimed at developing herbicide-free apple production in South Tyrol has been widely embraced by its member growers. read more

There are some interesting developments occurring in the herb industry. One notable trend is the increasing focus on domestic sourcing of herbs. For example, Soli Organic has seen significant growth in this area due to its vertically integrated supply chain. This ensures a consistent supply of herbs, as they are grown year-round in indoor facilities. read more

Blooming British, a company with a long history in traditional flower cultivation, has embraced the future by adopting vertical farming techniques for growing houseplants. Through developing their own knowledge in vertical farming and controlled environment agriculture (CEA), Blooming British is pioneering a new era in the industry. read more

Pod koniec tego roku firma Kruiden Claus, jedna z największych herbaciarni w Belgii, obchodzi swoje 125-lecie. Firma oferuje setki rodzajów ziół i dostarcza je do centrów ogrodniczych oraz sektora gastronomicznego w Belgii, Holandii i Francji, włączając w to restauracje z gwiazdkami Michelin. read more

As reported by QS citing the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL), the use of Fonganil Gold is permitted for combating downy mildew in the cultivation of young plants of lettuce and fresh herbs. The emergency authorization is valid from March 14, 2025, until July 11, 2025. read more

For most companies, the focus is on mass production, efficiency, and low costs. However, at PUURgroenten in the Netherlands, purity is the primary concern. In 2012, Han Lammers and his wife Saskia began cultivating edible flowers, herbs, and vegetables innovatively in ponds. read more

Terpenes are one of the most abundant and diverse natural compounds produced by plants. These compounds play various essential ecological roles, such as attracting pollinators, deterring herbivores, and protecting against pathogens. Despite their ecological significance, the evolutionary read more

Shortly after submitting the objection against the approval of the product, the responsible Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) announced this with reference to the suspensive effect of the objection, according to the DUH. read more

Family, friends, and former employees have come together to help with the cleanup efforts following a fire on Sunday night at a well-established flower farm in Greene County. The fire at Shields Herb & Flower Farm caused damage to the main building of the largest greenhouse, where wine barrels and seedlings were being stored. read more

The controlled environment agriculture (CEA) sector in the United States is expanding beyond leafy greens and herbs, with increasing interest in crops such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and berries – but there are challenges that need to be addressed, says Suzanne Pruitt, event director. read more

"Officinal Plants in Veneto: A New Scientific Perspective". On Friday, March 7th at the Agripolis Campus (Corte Benedettina, Agriculture Hall) in Legnaro (PD), producers, experts, operators, and institutions will come together to discuss trends, perspectives, and new needs related to officinal plants. read more

"We produce around seven million Bioland potted herbs a year, mainly for the food retail trade, but also for garden centers and wholesalers," reports Henrik Fleischmann, production manager at Bioland KräuterGut Dworschak-Fleischmann, during an on-site interview at the modern herb nursery. read more

W Holandii istnieje powiedzenie: "Kiedy na menu pojawi się biały szparag, czas zacząć planować wakacje letnie". Chociaż pogoda nadal może być zimna, pierwsze plony holenderskich białych szparagów już dotarły. "Wiosna tuż za rogiem, a wkrótce temperatury wzrosną. read more

W dniu 11 lutego sąd administracyjny w Lyonie zawiesił decyzję ANSES o wycofaniu zezwolenia na wprowadzenie do obrotu środka o nazwie Pledge, herbicydu zawierającego flumioxazinę stosowanego głównie w sadach jabłoniowych i gruszkowych. Sędzia administracyjny stwierdził, że ANSES nie dostarczył dowodów na "nieakceptowalne ryzyko". read more

In ornamental and container crops, liverwort can be a persistent problem, especially during the wet months. Liverworts thrive in these wet conditions and can quickly spread over pots, containers, and other growing surfaces. This hinders the plants' uptake of nutrients, which can lead to stunted growth. read more

"The KRONEN booth was once again very popular this year. Visitors from 50 countries came to see us, and we are thrilled by the strong interest of the international professional community in our innovative, new, and proven solutions," said Stephan Zillgith, managing director. read more