Ellen Mackenbach-Lakeman has been named the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dümmen Orange, effective May 1, 2025. She will be taking over from interim CEO Anthony Christiaanse, who effectively guided the company through a period of transition in the past year. Mackenbach-Lakeman has been a part of Dümmen Orange's team. read more

Growers are accustomed to unpredictability, and 2025 is expected to bring more of it. States like Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee have recently faced heavy rains and flooding, while the United States' departure from the latest La Niña weather pattern adds to the uncertainty. read more

Taking a few moments to recognize that Maintenance for Ourselves Matters is never an easy thing, but it is so critical. If we do not spend even a few minutes to care for ourselves, and reflect on our work and lives, it affords us all the chance to be better people, better farmers, family. read more

Horticulture stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to strengthen local production and supply chain of horticulture and grapes in order to enter the 43 billion euros European Union horticulture and grape market. The stakeholders made this call during a webinar organized by the. read more

Dümmen Orange niedawno przywitało gości z całego świata, aby świętować 25 lat działalności w Ameryce Północnej i zaprezentować swoją ofertę produktową podczas California Spring Trials (CAST) 2025. Seria dali Dahlii Summer Bees, nowe odmiany Dahlii od Dümmen Orange, została entuzjastycznie przyjęta podczas CAST 2025. read more

Dümmen Orange niedawno przywitało gości z całego świata, aby świętować 25 lat działalności w Ameryce Północnej i zaprezentować swoją gamę produktów podczas California Spring Trials (CAST) 2025. Nowa seria dalii - Dahlia Summer Bees - od Dümmen Orange została bardzo dobrze przyjęta podczas CAST 2025. read more

"Issue Statement: Shortage of fresh coconuts in Sri Lanka has not affected the coco coir industry, assures Shan Halamba from Riococo. Despite production decline, there is ample supply to meet demand," says Shan Halamba from Riococo, adding that even with domestic fluctuations. read more

"Cucumber flowers are yellow, and the greenhouse lights turn purple when there's not enough sunlight. There are bugs in the greenhouse. And you can't go on the bouncy castle with a cucumber in your mouth." Clearly, this four-year-old still has a bit to learn about horticulture—but he is on the right track! read more

The 2025 edition of HortiFlora concluded yesterday at the Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa, marking its largest event yet with 140 exhibitors. This year's fair attracted many international visitors, showcasing Ethiopia's cut flower industry as well as its growing fruit and vegetable sector. 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

Royal FloraHolland closed 2024 with a positive result, as indicated in the annual report released on 4th April. The pre-tax profit amounted to 10 million euros, and after tax, it stood at 6 million euros. These figures surpass the break-even result projected for the previous year. Product sales saw a 5% increase in 2024 compared to 2023. read more

With sleeves rolled up and boots thick with mud, Allie Kuppenbender tends to the seeds of what she hopes will be her most successful harvest yet. But unlike many of the farms dotting the Zumbro River Valley, Kuppenbender isn't nurturing corn or soybeans. She's using the fertile soil to cultivate. read more

Today, the Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, opened its doors for the second day of the HortiFlora event. The three-day trade show will continue until April 3, and the organizers, HPP Exhibitions, are pleased with the success of the first day and the start of the second day. With a record number of 140 exhibitors, the event promises to be a fruitful opportunity for participants. read more

Dümmen Orange has appointed Roderick Benjamin as the Managing Director of its farm in Naivasha, Kenya, effective April 1. With over 20 years of experience in the agricultural sector, specifically in cut flowers, Roderick brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership expertise to his new position. read more

Prezydent Trump's recent announcement regarding the deportation of immigrants to Guantánamo Bay has stirred conversations across various sectors. Concurrently, a notable development occurred in upstate New York's apple orchards where immigrant farmworkers signed the first United Farm Workers contract. read more

W uprawie warzyw i roślin ozdobnych producenci napotykają znaczące wyzwania związane z czerwonym pająkiem szklarniowym (Tetranychus urticae). Te szkodniki żerują na sokach roślin, co prowadzi do przebarwień liści, więdnienia i obniżenia jakości plonu. We współpracy z Agrobío, Royal Brinkman wprowadza. read more

Dümmen Orange has appointed Roderick Benjamin as the Managing Director of its farm in Naivasha, Kenya, starting from April 1. With more than 20 years of experience in the agricultural industry, specifically in the cut flower sector, Roderick brings a vast amount of knowledge and leadership skills to his new position. read more

Prezydent Trump's recent announcement regarding the deportation of immigrants to Guantánamo Bay has sparked discussions across various sectors. Meanwhile, a significant development took place in upstate New York's apple orchards, where immigrant farmworkers signed the first United Farm Workers contract. read more

Six weeks ago, Maersk's new cold storage facility on Maasvlakte II in Rotterdam was officially opened. Egyptian oranges are already being chilled in the facility, and Leon van Vliet, the site manager of the new cross-dock and cold storage warehouse, expects a lot more produce to come through. read more

The California Spring Trials (CAST) 2025 have concluded. On Saturday, the final locations shut their doors, and it appears to have been another successful edition with a positive atmosphere. If you're curious to see an overview of the event and what was showcased, click here to check out the photos. read more