Labubu fans, this is dedicated to you. A 1.7-meter-tall sculpture of Labubu recently made a surprise appearance at Mad Kicks' pop-up in Dubai Festival City Mall. It was crafted entirely from fresh, deep purple roses by Flowers.ae, the renowned floral designer known for their viral creations. read more

Crocus Labs has developed a lighting control system that transforms existing multichannel LED setups into adaptive lighting platforms. The Berlin-based company reports that the system is currently undergoing testing in research greenhouses, including trials involving lettuce, basil, blueberries, and strawberries. read more

A key to successful crop production is correctly managing fertilizers. Nutrient Management Level 1 is part of the award-winning Greenhouse Online Training program offered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension (UF). Join the over 1100 growers from around the world who have successfully completed it. read more

Edible flowers cultivated in greenhouses in the southern province of Antalya are becoming a popular addition to the menus of luxury restaurants and five-star hotels across Turkey. Renowned for its robust agricultural industry, the city is now distinguished not just for its tropical fruits. read more

Koppert and Amoéba have signed a commercial agreement which focuses on the innovative biofungicide solution created by Amoéba and follows the recent approval of Amoéba's biocontrol active substance by the European Union Member States. The launch is expected in early 2026. A multi-crop. read more

With his company specializing in Danish carts, Leo Schalkoort became a well-known figure across Europe. The newspaper AD published an in memoriam about the Dutch entrepreneur, featuring an interview with his brother Cees. In 1980, Leo founded a business focused on the export of plants and flowers, which eventually led to the introduction of Danish carts. read more

The severe thunderstorms with hail that occurred over the past weekend have resulted in significant damage to horticultural businesses, especially in North Rhine-Westphalia. Preliminary estimates suggest that the total losses amount to a seven-figure sum. In the aftermath of the hail, broken glass can be seen among the tomatoes in the greenhouse. read more

During GreenTech in Amsterdam, a group of prominent figures in the horticulture industry will introduce the manifesto titled "The First Sustainable Generation: A Plea for a New Sustainability Narrative." The collective aims to use this manifesto to spark a wider discussion about what is needed to achieve sustainable practices in the industry. read more

McHutchison has hired Ken McVicker as its Director of Sales – Nursery. McVicker is a well-known figure in the nursery industry, where he has held key roles at both Van Essen Nursery and Woodburn Nursery, which was his most recent stop before joining McHutchison. His long-standing relationships read more

Workers in Kenyan flower farms have been encouraged to report incidents of gender-based violence. Nancy Baraza, the chairperson of the Technical Working Group on Gender Based Violence including Femicide, stated that there are reports showing a significant occurrence of GBV in flower farms. She raised concerns that many of read more

Kwiaty rosną w idealnym wzorze znowu i znowu, wytwarzając łodygi, liście i płatki. Nowe badanie przeprowadzone przez Uniwersytet Cornell pokazuje, że nawet w tej precyzyjnej, ułożonej formacji roślin, aktywność genów wewnątrz poszczególnych komórek jest o wiele bardziej chaotyczna, niż to wydaje się z zewnątrz. To odkrycie ma duże znaczenie. read more

Mycorrhizae, which have been around for longer than dinosaurs, don't receive much attention. These fungi have been aiding plants in their survival since the early days of plant life on land around 450 million years ago. Despite their ancient origins, mycorrhizae are often overlooked in modern agriculture, particularly in the sanitized environment of. read more

Orius insidiosus, powszechnie znany jako minutka piracka, jest szybko poruszającym się, wysoce agresywnym drapieżnikiem ogólnym, znanym z efektywności w kontroli przędziorków i innych szkodników o miękkich ciałach. Według Anesii Jackson, przedstawicielki handlowej technicznej w BioBee USA, Orius stał się bardzo skutecznym... read more

Talking trees powered by artificial intelligence (AI), drought-resistant crops, and sweet potatoes sprouting among flowers — the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show is embracing the future with an emphasis on innovation and climate change adaptation. Scheduled to run for five days from May 13 to May 19, the event will showcase a variety of groundbreaking ideas and solutions. read more

The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI), a Moroccan non-profit research and development organization, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with METFPA (Ministry of Technical Education, Vocational Training, and Apprenticeship) of Côte d'Ivoire to promote sustainable… read more

How do we determine the true preferences of floral consumers? What impact does research have on shaping floral trends and effective marketing strategies? In this special episode of the Bloom Show Takeover below, they explore the significance of data in driving the floriculture sector. Guest host Dr. Melinda Knuth, read more

The breeding company Agriom has been running its own trial garden in Limuru, Kenya for the last two years and will be making its first appearance at the IFTEX 2025 trade fair, where it will showcase a variety of its newest products. "During IFTEX, we aim to demonstrate to visitors the projects we are currently developing and highlight the progress we have made." read more

A new hydrangea with impressive flower power made its first appearance at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 – and it's suitable for all spaces, bringing elegance to a border or window box with little effort. Introduced this year, the Hydrangea Groundbreaker® Blush™ is the world's first genuine groundcover hydrangea. read more

Which new variety will follow Dahlia coccinea Dalina® Maxi Starburst Pink from Florensis? This year, seven companies – Beekenkamp Plants, Dümmen Orange, Florensis, Selecta one, Suntory Flowers Europe, Syngenta Flowers, and Takii Europe – have submitted their most impressive novelties to participate. read more

Mycorrhizae, which have been around for even longer than dinosaurs, don't receive much attention. These fungi have been assisting plants in their survival since the early days of plant life on land about 450 million years ago. Despite their ancient importance, they are often overlooked in modern agriculture, particularly in the sanitized environment of... read more