The Trump administration has announced new tariff exemptions for various products including cut flowers, tomatoes, and bananas. Additionally, beef and coffee, among other agricultural products, are covered under the new regulation. This decision excludes these products from the "reciprocal" tariffs. read more

The Trump administration has announced new tariff exemptions for various products, including tomatoes and bananas. Other agricultural products like beef and coffee are also covered under the new regulation. This decision exempts these products from the reciprocal tariffs imposed by Trump. read more

Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. spearheaded the opening of the first local government-owned and managed tissue culture laboratory for ornamental plants in Guiguinto, known as the Garden Capital of Bulacan in the Philippines. The new facility, iLAB Guiguinto, is situated next to the Tabang. read more

Anthura and Corn. Bak have reached a mutual agreement for the acquisition of Corn. Bak's Bromelia breeding and propagation assets. Through this deal, Anthura is expanding its Bromelia portfolio and expertise, while Corn. Bak is repositioning itself. Corn. Bak has intentionally decided to focus on: the. read more

Anthura and Corn. Bak have entered into a binding agreement for the acquisition of Corn. Bak's Bromelia breeding and propagation assets. With this move, Anthura is expanding its Bromelia portfolio and expertise, while Corn. Bak is repositioning itself. Corn. Bak has made a deliberate decision to focus on this. read more

If you took a stroll around the Curry Student Center on a recent Monday morning in November, you probably spotted stacks of flat crates filled to the brim with what looked like small onions. Instead of the dining hall, however, these were headed into the ground. In late fall, the horticulture team began planting bulbs for the spring display. read more

Syngenta announced that Trefinti nematicide/fungicide, powered by Tymirium technology, has been granted federal registration by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). State registrations are actively being pursued and are anticipated to be available soon. Trefinti will systemically control
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U.S. fruit and vegetable growers are urging the Trump administration to resume processing H-2A farmworker visas after the ongoing federal government shutdown halted application certifications. The H-2A program allows agricultural employers to bring in seasonal workers from abroad, supporting... read more

Big Guns Coffee, a veteran and family-owned brand, is pioneering a new concept in the coffee industry: the development of indoor hydroponic coffee farms. Unlike conventional coffee farming that depends on soil quality, altitude, and climate conditions, hydroponic coffee farming enables growers to cultivate coffee plants indoors using a nutrient-rich solution. read more

An "exciting accident" led the new head gardener, Lewis Barrett, to Cruden Farm in Langwarrin, Australia, where he quickly fell in love with the garden as he prepares for a busy summer. Previously, Barrett honed his skills working with herbaceous perennials at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew in London. read more

India's Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the National Seeds Corporation's (NSC) vegetable and flower seed processing and packaging unit in the national capital on Monday. The modern unit is situated at Pusa Complex. Additionally, he virtually inaugurated five NSC. read more

Kenya is addressing key challenges that hinder the export of horticultural products through legislative reforms and the establishment of a new technical barriers committee. These initiatives aim to facilitate market access for the country's important flower, fruit, and vegetable industries, which generate billions in annual revenue. The timing of these efforts is crucial. read more

The Israeli ambassador to Myanmar met with officials from the Myanmar Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Producer and Exporter Association on November 5th to discuss sustaining cooperation in the development of the fruit, flower, and vegetable sector. Since 2013, the MFVP has been sending young agricultural graduates or diploma holders to Israel for training. read more

In Poltava, Ukraine, municipal greenhouses are being restored after being damaged by shelling on the night of October 2-3. The heating systems are being reconfigured to provide warm conditions for the growth of flowers, as reported by agronews.ua, according to the company's director, Ihor Liashko. read more

In Poltava, Ukraine, municipal greenhouses are being restored after being damaged by shelling on the night of October 2–3. Heating systems are being reconfigured to provide warm conditions for the growth of flowers, according to the company's director, Ihor Liashko, as reported by agronews.ua. read more

Plant Heritage has recently awarded National Plant Collection status to 30 new collections across the UK in the last 5 months, showcasing the increasing popularity of the charity's prominent conservation program. The new National Collections encompass a wide variety of plants, including houseplants and apples. read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) continues to take the lead in supporting and sharing member knowledge on transitioning to peat-free horticulture. A recent workshop for growers, titled 'Optimising nutrition and nutrient delivery in peat-free crops', was part of HTA's technical workshop series. read more

Fronted by a wide array of plump, bright orange pumpkins and hanging plants, locally owned creativity blooms inside 1-800Flowers|Flowerama Iowa City. Rows of vibrant greenery and flowers flourish throughout the store, mingling with painted clay pots, intricate decorations, and stocked shelves. read more

UK fruit and vegetable growers are seeking government assurances as the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme approaches its closure on December 31. The uncertainty over a replacement program has prompted concern within the horticultural sector. Sir Bernard Jenkin, MP for Harwich and North Essex, has read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), with the support of exhibitors from the Global Produce & Floral Show, has donated 226,227 lbs. of fresh, high-quality produce and 30,000 lbs. of flowers and plants to the local Orange County and Los Angeles community. This annual event attracts... read more