NL: "Flower trade faces a few tough weeks"
2024-04-08 00:00
Tulips have skyrocketed over the past month. As evidenced by the sales figures from Royal FloraHolland for the past month, a significantly lower supply resulted in significantly higher prices. "An average price of 21 cents is really incredible, considering that a grower with an average price of
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Biota Nutri has launched Biota Iron Powder, a micronutrient supplement designed to tackle iron deficiency in plants and sustainably elevate agricultural productivity. "What distinguishes Biota Iron Powder from other products in the market is its effectiveness, stability, UV friendliness, pure and…
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US (FL): Decowraps unveils remodeled showroom
2024-04-02 00:00
Decowraps, a leader in the floral industry, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly remodeled showroom, a haven where a floral packaging wonderland awaits. As visitors step through Decowraps' doors, they will be immersed in a kaleidoscope of colors and textures meticulously
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US (FL): Decowraps unveils remodeled showroom
2024-04-02 00:00
Decowraps, a leader in the floral industry, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly remodeled showroom, a haven where a floral packaging wonderland awaits. As visitors step through Decowraps' doors, they will be immersed in a kaleidoscope of colors and textures meticulously
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"We help plants to cope with drought and salt stress"
2024-03-29 00:00
As a producer of hygiene and nutrient solutions, Intrahorti has the expertise to address the challenges that the market is currently facing. Such as the drought that's experienced in countries like Spain and Italy. However, reducing water usage is also crucial in the Netherlands. Claudia Weick,
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US (LA): Tech’s fragrant, colorful greenhouses featured in state horticulture journal
2024-03-29 00:00
Some of the most fragrant and scenic spots on campus, the Louisiana Tech greenhouses are featured in the most recent Journal of the Louisiana State Horticulture Society. From begonias to basil, from moon vine to mustard, from lantana to lettuce, the University's greenhouses bloom with both color
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Mark Weitjens from AgroCheck says that payment problems are increasing globally. He also says that AgroCheck is seeing an uptick in collection requests. "There is a global economic downturn," Mark points out. "In many countries, we are seeing an increase in companies unable to meet their
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US (IA): Attorney General Brenna Bird tours Plantpeddler greenhouse
2024-03-28 00:00
When you are the Attorney General in a state known for corn, soybeans, and livestock, why wouldn't you find it an unexpected and exciting opportunity to visit a world-class greenhouse operation located within your state? On Thursday, March 21, 2024, Plantpeddler hosted Iowa Attorney General
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"We see ourselves as our clients' temp worker"
2024-03-27 00:00
When Jan Willem Tolhoek embarked on a new journey as an independent recruiter three years ago, after a nearly 30-year career in the fruit and vegetable sector, it was quite a leap of faith. That was despite his in-depth knowledge of the industry. He, however, quickly found his groove. "We
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Anthony Cornacchia joins the Sales team at Benary USA
2024-03-27 00:00
Benary has added Anthony Cornaccia as a Area Sales Manager to the Central US region.Anthony holds a Bachelor's degree in Horticultural Science from Michigan State University. After graduation, he started his career at Neal Mast Greenhouses/Mast Young Plants, where he focused his efforts on
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Processing line for Vietnamese leafy greens grower
2024-03-27 00:00
"In the processing hall, there were four large tables with 14 women at each table manually processing vegetables: bunching, leaf picking, and cutting the products to size. Thanks to the processing line, the grower can now manage with fewer workers, and the product is much more uniform, making it
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Why daffodils symbolize hope for princess Catherine
2024-03-26 00:00
Oh, how we all wish Princess Catherine of Wales a speedy recovery and private time to heal and be with her family. In front of a bed of daffodils, Kate Middleton sat on a bench and shared that her absence from public appearances was because she had cancer. Following abdominal surgery,
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Dümmen Orange, Van Berkel & Garden Express unite for mental health
2024-03-26 00:00
In a heartfelt collaboration aimed at supporting the mental health of Australians, Dümmen Orange, Van Berkel, and Garden Express have joined forces to introduce Lavender La Diva Out of the Blue. This initiative not only celebrates the beauty of lavender but is also contributing to this amazing
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As its workers stream to the U.S., Mexico runs short of farmhands
2024-03-26 00:00
For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans' lettuce, grapes, and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands — tough, hard-working men who did the jobs most Americans didn't want.But the country is running short of farm workers.The workforce is
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CAN: Ontario company launches biofertilizer made from crickets
2024-03-26 00:00
SureSource Agronomy is rolling out a line of crop nutrient products derived from the excrement, exoskeletons and discarded feed materials of crickets. The insects are raised in the Aspire insect-farming facility in London, and their byproduct is called frass. SureSource's Rob Wallbridge provided…
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Why daffodils symbolize hope for princess Catherine
2024-03-26 00:00
Oh, how we all wish Princess Catherine of Wales a speedy recovery and private time to heal and be with her family. In front of a bed of daffodils, Kate Middleton sat on a bench and shared that her absence from public appearances was because she had cancer. Following abdominal surgery,
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In Singapore, where less than 1% of land is allocated for food farms, the nation imports over 90% of its food requirements. In response, Singapore aims to locally produce 30% of its nutritional needs by 2030 to bolster food security. Key to achieving this is the use of technology to enable farms
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As its workers stream to the U.S., Mexico runs short of farmhands
2024-03-26 00:00
For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans' lettuce, grapes, and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands — tough, hard-working men who did the jobs most Americans didn't want.But the country is running short of farm workers.The workforce is
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CAN: Ontario company launches biofertilizer made from crickets
2024-03-26 00:00
SureSource Agronomy is rolling out a line of crop nutrient products derived from the excrement, exoskeletons and discarded feed materials of crickets. The insects are raised in the Aspire insect-farming facility in London, and their byproduct is called frass. SureSource's Rob Wallbridge provided…
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Logistics as competitive advantage for African flowers, perishables
2024-03-25 00:00
With increasing competition on the global stage, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and meat produced in Africa can have an advantage by strengthening its supply chain ecosystem. The global demand for flowers and perishables is increasing. With its wealth of flowers, vegetables and fruits produced,
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