Kanada: Flames tear through greenhouse nursery in Simcoe
2024-06-24 00:00
A greenhouse nursery in Simcoe, Ontario was nearly entirely destroyed in a fire early Thursday morning. Firefighters were summoned to Ryerse Garden Gallery around 4:30 a.m. "The fire was initially spotted by a paramedic team that was passing by," said James Robertson, the assistant chief.
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Capturing the hustle and bustle of New Covent Garden Market
2024-06-20 00:00
Clive Boursnell has been photographing Covent Garden Market since a late summer morning in 1968, when he found himself standing at the top of James Street by Long Acre at 5 am. The street had been soaked by an early-morning rain shower, and the fruit, vegetables, buyers, and porters glistened in the light.
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Nanotechnology can help producers extend the shelf life of flowers.
2024-06-20 00:00
Researchers at N&P, a startup based in Araraquara, São Paulo State (Brazil), started four years ago to develop a formulation with nanoparticles that prolongs the shelf life of citrus fruits. However, during the process, they found that flowers present a better opportunity. Having spoken to
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Capturing the hustle and bustle of the New Covent Garden Market's vendors in action.
2024-06-20 00:00
Clive Boursnell has been photographing Covent Garden Market since a late summer morning in 1968, when he found himself standing at the top of James Street by Long Acre at 5am. The street had been soaked by an early-morning rain shower, and the fruit, vegetables, buyers, and porters glistened in the morning light.
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Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom has won the Best in Show award at the HTA National Plant Show 2024.
2024-06-20 00:00
The Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom from Bransford Webbs Plant Company has been awarded Best in Show at the New Plant Awards, sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), during this year's HTA National Plant Show on June 19 and 20 at the NAEC, Stoneleigh.
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Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom was awarded Best in Show at the HTA National Plant Show 2024.
2024-06-20 00:00
The Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom from Bransford Webbs Plant Company has been awarded Best in Show at the New Plant Awards, sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), during this year's HTA National Plant Show on June 19 and 20 at the NAEC, Stoneleigh. The Bransford Webbs Plant Company...
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Nanotechnology has the potential to help producers extend the shelf life of flowers.
2024-06-20 00:00
Researchers at N&P, a startup based in Araraquara, São Paulo State (Brazil), started developing a nanoparticle-based formulation four years ago to increase the shelf life of citrus fruits. However, during the process, they found that flowers present a better opportunity. They have since discussed this discovery with others.
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During the celebration of her 50th anniversary, co-owner An Beekenkamp of the family business Beekenkamp Group was appointed a Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau. This special royal honor was presented by Mayor B.R. Arends. An has been with the family business since 1974, which has developed over the years.
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Fruits, vegetables, high tunnels, and ornamentals are the main highlights of the Horticulture Field Day in the US (AR).
2024-06-18 00:00
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture's Horticulture Field Day on June 27 will showcase the most recent research on the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. This half-day event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Division's Southwest Research and Extension Center, 362.
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RipeLocker has partnered with a distributor in Ecuador to implement their technology in the floral market.
2024-06-18 00:00
RipeLocker, a company specializing in post-harvest hypobaric storage solutions, has announced a partnership with AgroIdeas, a storage and logistics supplier in Ecuador. This collaboration aims to introduce RipeLockers technology for extending the shelf life of flowers and fruits.
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Engineering plant-microbe communication for improved plant nutrient use efficiency.
2024-06-18 00:00
Plant nutrient use efficiency (NUE) has emerged as a significant concern in modern agricultural practices, with both farmers and scientists aiming to enhance sustainability. One promising approach involves manipulating plant-microbe interactions to improve nutrient uptake. In their brief review, Griffin et al. emphasize the latest discoveries in this field.
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A new online course offered by Cornell Garden-Based Learning is designed to assist educators and organizers in enhancing the effectiveness of their school and community garden programs. "Planning a Successful School & Community Garden Program" is a six-week course that explores the fundamentals and advantages of garden-based initiatives.
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GreenTech Amsterdam in 500+ photos
2024-06-17 00:00
Usiądź, napij się kawy lub herbaty i przygotuj się na relację fotograficzną z GreenTech 2024. W zeszłym tygodniu Amsterdam stał się centrum branży ogrodniczej, ponieważ targi odbyły się w RAI Amsterdam. Przedstawiliśmy krótkie podsumowanie najważniejszych trendów i wydarzeń, a teraz nadszedł czas na...
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Dynamic lighting in greenhouses will be the focus of the GLASE 2024 Summit taking place in Montréal, QC on November 6th.
2024-06-17 00:00
The Cornell University Greenhouse Lighting and Systems Engineering (GLASE) consortium has announced that the 2024 GLASE Summit will be held on November 6, 2024 at the Hotel St. Paul in Montréal, Quebec, Canada. The theme of the 2024 GLASE Summit is "Exploring Dynamic Lighting." Registration is now open.
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Florist introduces Father's Day bouquet.
2024-06-14 00:00
An online florist has introduced a heartwarming Father's Day bouquet created by children. On Sunday, June 16th, numerous dads, grandfathers, uncles, step-dads, and other fatherly figures will wake up to a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring them. They may be treated to a freshly cooked full English breakfast.
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J. Berry Nursery fosters community connections through plants
2024-06-14 00:00
As gardeners across the country incorporate Black Diamond® Crape Myrtles into their landscapes or Hollywood Hibiscus® into containers this summer, the company behind these brands is quietly supporting community organizations in its local area, boosting their bottom line. J. Berry Nursery founder Jim Berry believes that
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US: U-pick flower farms are blooming across Michigan.
2024-06-14 00:00
When it comes to Michigan's u-pick offerings, apples, berries, pumpkins, and Christmas trees are commonly thought of. However, there is a new u-pick experience that has been gaining popularity across the state: u-pick flowers. Jeremy Jubenville, from the Michigan State University Extension's floriculture department, states that...
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The Potato Leafhopper: Beyond Potatoes
2024-06-13 00:00
In the past week (late May), our field scouts and I began to observe the first pale green potato leafhoppers (PLH) in the field, right on schedule. They were seen on potatoes and beans by the scouts, while I spotted them on the tender growth of our English walnut tree, which stands as a sentinel at the north end of a long.
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The FlowerTrials are in full swing. People from all nationalities are passing by, and companies are pleased with the turnout. Breeding and cultivation highlights are also being presented. As always, propagators are promising even more uniform and resistant products. Gert Meijer (Sakata); Thorsten Sander
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Potato Leafhopper: Beyond just potatoes
2024-06-13 00:00
W zeszłym tygodniu (na przełomie maja i czerwca) nasi obserwatorzy polowi i ja zaczęliśmy zauważać pierwsze bladzielone cykady ziemniaczane (PLH) na polu, prawie zgodnie z planem. Widzieli je na ziemniakach i fasoli, podczas gdy ja dostrzegłem je na delikatnym wzroście naszego orzecha angielskiego, strażnika na północnym końcu długiego.
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