HollandDoor is expanding its team by adding Jan Willem van de Pol, a specialist in soft fruits and substrates. With over 20 years of experience living and working in Italy, Jan Willem has assisted many growers in Southern Europe. Apart from traditional substrates, Jan Willem also has extensive expertise in... read more

HollandDoor is expanding its team by adding soft fruit and substrate specialist Jan Willem van de Pol. With over 20 years of experience living and working in Italy, Jan Willem has assisted many growers across Southern Europe. Alongside expertise in conventional substrates, Jan Willem also has extensive experience in... 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

A 14.95-acre greenhouse property is now available for purchase in the heart of Agassiz, British Columbia's agricultural community. It offers a well-established and profitable farming operation with extensive infrastructure and multiple income streams. Currently growing peppers, this is a turnkey opportunity. read more

A merger between ISO Horti and TTA has been announced. The companies will merge and operate under the name TTA-ISO. As per the merger terms, investment firm Cibus Capital has retained a majority stake in TTA-ISO by providing additional funding and supporting the deal. Rob Appleby, commenting on the merger, read more

The countdown to HortiContact 2025 can begin as it is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will once again be filled with horticultural suppliers and hopefully many growers. In addition to an expansive exhibition floor featuring almost 300 exhibitors, there will be a comprehensive program. read more

The countdown can begin, HortiContact 2025 is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will once again be filled with horticultural suppliers and, hopefully, many growers. In addition to an extensive exhibition floor with almost 300 exhibitors, there is an extensive program. read more

The Challenge Center is expanding its Bay Produce program to include more than just fresh vegetables. This year, the non-profit will also be adding spring flowers to their greenhouse, just in time for Mother's Day. Mark Kroll, the Director of the Challenge Center, states that their Bay Produce program assists in... read more

Perfume is a popular gift for Valentine's Day, but have you ever thought of treating your greenhouse pests to a scented surprise? The team at Davik Industries has launched a bug trap that's not only sticky but also smelly. The product, named Super Catchy, was introduced at Fruit Logistica 2025. read more

This summer, a new initiative is blooming across the United States, combining the beauty of flowers with educational opportunities for Latino students. The Generosity in Bloom campaign, spearheaded by the Generosity Trustees in collaboration with the 1931 Foundation, seeks to raise awareness and funding for... read more

Utilizing proper fertility strategies is essential for young plants to establish strong roots and healthy shoots. Good plant nutrition should start before the transplant day by monitoring environmental factors such as moisture and temperature, the type of fertilizer used, and the rate at which it is applied. By taking these factors into consideration, we can ensure optimal plant growth and development. read more

Successful floriculture production begins with a successful transplanting season and is the foundation for producing high-quality plants. Proper handling, nutrition, and environmental management at the early stages ensure rapid establishment and uniform growth. By following best practices for read more

Po pracując 25 lat w kolumbijskim przemyśle kwiatowym, Nancy Montealegre dokonała śmiałej zmiany - nie sprzedawać róż, ale tworzyć donice. I to nie byle jakie donice. W 2018 roku ona i jej rodzina zaczęli eksperymentować z liśćmi bananowymi, aby tworzyć swoje ekologiczne donice zaprojektowane dla róż w doniczkach. read more

Lucanne B.V. owner Perry Wismans has signed an agreement with Dümmen Orange that transfers all rights, titles, and interests related to the Dümmen Orange Heliconia breeding program to Lucanne B.V. Lucanne aims to globally commercialize the Heliconia product line. The breeding focus will be on... read more

Stöcklin Logistik AG will be participating in Fruit Logistica for the first time this year, showcasing its lineup of intralogistics solutions designed specifically for the fruit and vegetable industry. Specializing in automation and logistics systems, the company will focus on presenting strategies to enhance efficiency. read more

Background: Cut flowers deteriorate rapidly in quality and have a shortened vase life after being harvested. Researchers are exploring different post-harvest techniques to prolong the vase life of cut flowers. This study focused on examining the impact of various storage conditions and treatments with Streptomycin on the postharvest quality and vase life. read more

The genom of the cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) was sequenced using long reads (ONT) to uncover the complete sequences of genes involved in flavonoid biosynthesis. Genes responsible for the vibrant blue pigmentation of the flower are especially fascinating. Through basecalling, read correction, and. read more

Myzus persicae Sulzer (Hemiptera: Aphididae) is a key pest that impacts a variety of vegetables, fruits, crops, and ornamental plants. The main strategy for managing M. persicae involves the use of insecticides. This study examines the toxicity and effectiveness of bifenthrin, fenitrothion, fosthiazate, acetamiprid, read more

Nowe dane z firmy dostarczającej przesyłki tego samego dnia, Gophr, pokazują, że romantycy coraz częściej pozostawiają zamówienie kwiatów na Walentynki na ostatnią chwilę. Na podstawie analizy danych zamówień z ubiegłego roku, Gophr spodziewa się otrzymać ponad pięciokrotnie więcej zamówień na dostawę kwiatów tego samego dnia od swoich klientów... read more

Shri Indrajit Sarkar, a farmer who used to depend on rain-fed agriculture for growing vegetables and rice, has successfully shifted to commercial floriculture, greatly increasing his earnings. His transformation from subsistence farming to a successful entrepreneur was made possible through a read more