A shipment of tomato seeds from CNUS Vegetable Seeds, Inc. in Jiuquan City successfully reached Kenya after passing the quarantine inspection by Jiuquan Customs under Lanzhou Customs. Yang Meirong, the company's manager, mentioned that the customs department provided technology and customs support. read more

The biofungicide producer Biotalys has received approval from the Dutch regulator CTGB (College voor de Toelating van Gewasbeschermingsmiddelen en Biociden) to conduct large-scale demonstration trials in greenhouses for its first biofungicide candidate, EVOCA™*. It is important to note that the harvested fruits and read more

The Autumn Fair in Aalsmeer, which took place last week, has come to an end. In a corner of the auction house, with flower carts driving around in the background, several exhibitors showcased their assortment once more. Among them were Arno Sanders of Air So Pure, Annemiek Hofland, and Fleur. read more

The study titled 'Biosolid as an alternative source of nutrients in chrysanthemum cultivation' aimed to assess the use of biosolids as a substitute for nutrients in growing chrysanthemums by incorporating escalating amounts into the cultivation medium. The experiment was designed using blocks. read more

The prices of vegetables, flowers, and fruits have sharply increased in Bengaluru ahead of the Gowri-Ganesha festival on Friday and Saturday (September 6 and 7). While vegetable prices have been high for several months, the prices of flowers surged by hundreds just before the festival. read more

Royal Brinkman has converted the existing 3.5-hectare tomato greenhouse, acquired by KP Holland for expansion, into a vegetable facility. According to Royal Brinkman, the location in De Lier, The Netherlands, has been upgraded to meet the new energy standards of the Green Label Greenhouse. read more

E-Gro is hosting webinars on the significance of nutrients in flower fertility, diagnostics, and common mimics in floriculture. The speakers for all three webinars will be Patrick Veazie and Brian Whipker from North Carolina State University. For more details about the calcium webinar, please visit their website. read more

On Monday, September 2, 2024, VD Horst celebrated its 50th anniversary. The spraying company, located in Poeldijk, the Netherlands, will be hosting the celebration. The event will feature a selection from the photo archive to commemorate this milestone. Exactly fifty years ago, founder René van der Horst started the company. read more

Rotterdam, one of the world's largest fresh produce ports, is of primary importance for European fruit and vegetable imports and exports. In order to further strengthen and expand this leading position, the Rotterdam Food Hub will be established at Kop van de Beer. This location was chosen due to its read more

Carol Nelson has found her happy place in a 70-by-30-foot flower bed. She loves the scent of the flowers and enjoys creating bouquets with added herbs to give to her loved ones. Nelson has been growing and selling flowers at her home in Pine Island for four years, and this year her business, The Little Flower, has flourished. read more

Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture announced on Monday the launch of four new investment opportunities aimed at establishing integrated agricultural cities in the Makkah region. These projects include vegetable and crop production, fruit tree cultivation, and the creation of a... read more

When visitors to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo point their cell phone cameras at flowers instead of baboons, Leigh Anne Lomax is thrilled. The eye-catching flowers, trees, and hanging baskets that add color and texture to every corner of the zoo are the work of Lomax, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's… read more

The fields across the state are turning golden and orange as the marigold plants, which were planted with an eye on the Onam season sales, have begun to bloom. An important fact to note is that the area under flower cultivation has increased from around 300 hectares in 2023 to 500. read more

The Dutch floriculture sector is on the verge of a significant transition, as it moves towards predominantly using natural alternatives and biological control agents instead of chemical crop protection agents. This shift is expected to impact the final product, including its quality, appearance, and the presence of biological factors. read more

No matter how experienced you are, something as simple as misplacing a sensor can spiral into a never-ending troubleshooting nightmare, disrupting your entire operation. This nightmare doesn't just stay in the grow room, it manifests in your final product. Proper sensor placement in cultivation... read more

The final results of Statbel's Agricultural Survey 2023 have been published. In 2023, the area of greenhouses in Belgium was approximately 2676 hectares, with 1227 hectares dedicated to growing fresh vegetables. This represents an increase of 50 hectares compared to 2022. read more

An unusual yellow plant, rarely cultivated in the UK, is flowering at a tourist attraction in Kent for the first time. Hedychium wardii, also known as yellow flowering ginger, was brought from India to England in the 1930s by Frank Kingdon-Ward, who is often referred to as the "last great plant hunter". read more

Now there are new growth opportunities for CBC Bioplanet, the company that produces beneficial insects for fruits and vegetables. Following the merger with the CBC Group last year, the Cesena-based company can expand its horizons and align with the organic solutions offered by the Biogard® Division. Vittorio read more

As we progress through the production of fall and winter crops, it seems appropriate to have a refresher on nutrient deficiencies. Regardless of where you are in the crop cycle, identifying nutritional problems can be challenging. The advantage is that they can be distinguished from diseases or pest issues based on a few factors. read more

Puckett Greenhouses, located in the small community of Ararat near the North Carolina state line, operates over 50 greenhouses where it cultivates hanging plants, vegetable starters, and fruit trees. The company also produces greenhouses and offers equipment for greenhouse maintenance and repairs. read more