Which new variety will follow Mandevilla Sundaville Double Blush Pink from MNP/Suntory? This year, five companies - Beekenkamp Plants, Dümmen Orange, Florensis, Selecta one, and Syngenta Flowers - have presented their most outstanding novelties to compete in Fleuroselect's FleuroStar Contest. read more

Jiffy is introducing a new Jiffy Pot made from sphagnum moss that is peat-free. This new addition to the Jiffy Pot lineup is both peat and plastic-free. Jiffy suggests that it is perfect for hydroponic systems and is suitable for a variety of crops such as young plants, trees, herbs, vegetables, soft fruits, and wine grapes. read more

The sales of Virginia agricultural products continue to be strong despite a general decline in the number of farms, as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2022 Census of Agriculture. A 10% decrease in the number of farms in Virginia did not appear to impact sales. Since the 2017 agricultural census, total... read more

Carol Stockdill leads a busy life on the family orchard in Christchurch. Campbell Organic Orchard was founded by Carol's parents-in-law Bruce and Jillian Campbell in 2000 and was the first fully certified organic export apple orchard in Canterbury. Stockdill and her husband Hamish Campbell now manage the orchard. read more

Well-known Flower Market figure Bob Cooley is retiring from plant wholesaler L Mills today (Friday 24/5), after a career that included working for various businesses in both the old and new Covent Gardens. Referred to by many of his Flower Market colleagues as 'Bob Bacon' – not because of his love for bacon sandwiches, but read more

Cotswold designers and growers have won top awards at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, receiving royal approval as well. The family herb nursery, The Kitchen Garden Plant Centre, was awarded gold for the second consecutive year. Green JJam Nurseries received a silver-gilt award, while Derry was awarded silver. read more

On May 16th in Rionegro, Antioquia, a workshop focused on the environmental sustainability of floriculture took place, organized by Asocolflores in partnership with Cornare. This event, aimed at all flower-growing companies, both affiliated and non-affiliated, featured participants including read more

The Mexican Association of Protected Horticulture (AMHPAC) has reported that the area of protected agriculture planted in Mexico reached 47,252 hectares in 2021, marking a 1.8% increase compared to the previous year. Various cultivation methods within this sector allow for controlled... read more

Anthony Christiaanse has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Dümmen Orange. He succeeds Hugo Noordhoek Hegt, who has been leading the company since 2019. Noordhoek Hegt will continue to be closely involved with the company as a member of the Supervisory Board. Additionally, Carola de read more

This week, HortiAsia 2024 started at BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand. Along with horticultural suppliers, numerous flower companies are showcasing their products to the Thai market and international visitors. Among the key figures present are Kuno Jacobs from Nova Exhibitions and Mirjam Boekestein from Dutch Greenhouse Delta. read more

Planting vegetables and flowers usually takes place in May. However, this year, the strong winds and unusual weather conditions have made it challenging. As a result, many people prefer to purchase starter plants and flowers from greenhouses. This provides a slight advantage, as these plants are better equipped to withstand the unpredictable weather. read more

The new company Vreugdenhil Breeding & Seeds bv develops varieties of vegetable plants and distributes seeds for the international market. These varieties allow professional horticultural companies around the world to grow fruit vegetable plants for the potted plant and hobby garden sectors. read more

The first reading on the prohibition of the sale of Peat was heard in parliament on 16 April. MP Theresa Villiers used a ten-minute rule bill to call for a ban on the horticultural uses of Peat by the end of 2024. The bill concluded and was voted a success by the MPs in the room. read more

In compliance with Regulation (EU) 2021/1873 of the European Parliament and of the Council, dated October 20, 2021, the European Union has prolonged the protection periods for 4,302 plant variety titles. This modification, as per Regulation (EU) 2021/1873, specifically affects species like Asparagus... read more

Earlier this month, growers, researchers, and industry professionals gathered for the Root Health Symposium, organized by the University of Florida, the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA), and the Root Alliance. During the event, participants were informed about the most recent advancements in root health. read more

For the last 60 years, David Austin Roses has been naming new varieties after historical British figures every year – from Queen Elizabeth II to Emily Brontë. This year, a rose has been named after Emma Bridgewater – a designer whose iconic mugs and teapots have become a hallmark of the modern country. read more

A Cornish garden nursery will be celebrating its 40th birthday in style this week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The team from Burncoose Nurseries in Gwennap, Cornwall, has had a successful history at Chelsea, having amassed 27 prestigious gold medals since 1984. They have only missed one show, in 2021. read more

The National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO) has analyzed the scent components emitted from lisianthus flowers. Various components responsible for the herbal and sweet scents, among others, were identified through the analysis. This research result represents the world's first report on this topic. read more

Badania przeprowadzone przez Uniwersytet Wageningen oraz Uniwersytet w Leiden wykazały, że opracowano biologiczną barierę chroniącą rośliny przed chorobami i szkodnikami. Chodzi o lepki substancję, która jest rozpylana na liście, do której przylegają szkodniki. Badacze mają nadzieję, że ten klej dla owadów pomoże w read more

Members of the DeForest FFA hosted a plant sale from the greenhouse at DeForest Area High School, offering a variety of plants such as tomatoes, peppers, flowers, and more. The planting process started weeks ago, and some FFA members, like Damian Hinrichs, have been busy tending to the plants for about an hour each day ever since. read more