The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD), Hupacasath First Nation, and North Island College (NIC) have announced a partnership to offer a Greenhouse Propagation and Production course from February 18 to March 27, 2025. Discussions between the ACRD and Hupacasath First Nation led to this collaboration. read more

Alexandra Farms is currently cultivating Sahara Sensation, a variety developed by Dümmen Orange. Sahara Sensation is commonly found in the market as a spray rose. Responding to feedback from floral designers requesting more focal flowers in sandy, nude tones, Alexandra Farms started growing Sahara. read more

Syngenta Flowers has introduced Penny Pro at IPM ESSEN: a new viola cornuta series better optimized for spring and autumn production. Jeanine Janssen, Breeder for Viola cornuta: "With Penny Pro, we've focused on breeding for reliability and robustness across diverse conditions and seasons. Our read more

Kyrgyzstan recorded a significant increase in flower imports during the first 11 months of 2024. The National Statistics Committee reported that 29.2 million tons of cut flowers and buds were imported, with a total value of $11.22 million. This figure is almost double the amount of flower imports in 2023, which stood at 16.25 million tons. read more

With the Spring Festival approaching, the Dounan Flower Market in Kunming, Yunnan province, is bustling with activity, as red-themed New Year's flowers are selling quickly. Alongside the traditional roses, popular choices include trimmed North American holly, winter sweet, silver willow, and golden fruit. read more

The packaging manufacturer Weber Verpackungen from Wickede/Ruhr (Germany) will introduce brand new paper sleeve options to attendees at IPM. The company will exhibit a diverse selection of packaging solutions for flowers, herbs, and salads at their booth. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the different options available. read more

Badanie z Uniwersytetu Connecticut ujawniło nowatorskie postępy w hodowli trzech różnych odmian roślin, które obiecują podnieść poziom ogrodniczy i krajobrazowy. Prezentowane rośliny to: Northern Bayberry, 'UConnam012' (Ground Hug) i 'UConnam165' (Low Scape). read more

It might have been Blue Monday this week, but in the Netherlands, it has been Grey January for almost a month now as there has been nothing but fog for days. For the grower with a cold greenhouse, like Martin Prins in Maasdijk, it's the ideal time to do something fun. Every year he plants a corner of... read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has unveiled a sneak peek of its new Agastache 'Peach Pearl'. Agastache 'Peach Pearl' is a companion plant to the well-loved Agastache 'Pink Pearl', boasting similar exceptional features such as deer resistance and resistance to downy mildew. read more

Even though the QN Flowers stall has been part of the market since 2016, Ali and Amir became its proud owners in May of last year. With over a decade of experience in the floral industry, the duo sources some of Melbourne's freshest, seasonal blooms for their stall in String Bean Alley. read more

In a quiet corner of West Bengal's East Midnapore district, Kolaghat comes alive every morning. Its flower market, adorned with vibrant yellow marigolds and delicate pink roses, hums with a serene energy. In the midst of this lively activity, young Arup Kumar Ghosh grew up, discovering read more

Po zakończeniu sezonu z wynikiem 15-2 i zdobyciu mistrzostwa NFC North, Detroit Lions sprawiają, że fani futbolu w całym stanie widzą kolor Honolulu Blue, również na Zachodnim Michigan. Kwiaciarnia Plumeria Botanical Boutique z Battle Creek włącza się w to podekscytowanie, tworząc na żywo rozmiarową wersję szerokiej futbolowej drużyny Lions. read more

Dümmen Orange will participate in IPM Essen once again. Visitors are welcome to meet the team at the company's booth in Hall 2, where they can discover a range of products from Dümmen Orange's Annuals, Perennials, and Pot Plants collections, as well as explore new varieties. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries announced today a sneak peek of its new Echinacea Kismet 'Kiwi'. This perennial is a true novelty with its melon-green, spider mum-type flowers atop tall, strong stems, the Terra Nova team states. "Echinacea Kismet 'Kiwi' displays a fast and clumping growth habit and thrives". read more

Seed producers in Suzhou district of Jiuquan in Gansu province have made significant technological advancements, which have enabled them to meet 50 percent of the domestic demand for vegetable seeds and contribute to half of the nation's seed exports. This has not only driven new growth in agriculture but also helped in overcoming various challenges. read more

With a more efficient method for artificial pollination, farmers in the future could grow fruits and vegetables inside multilevel warehouses, boosting yields while mitigating some of agriculture's harmful impacts on the environment. To help make this idea a reality, MIT researchers are working on developing advanced technologies and techniques. read more

The Dutch rose grower Marjoland has introduced a new rose called Novi. "The 10th rose from Marjoland completes the assortment with its intense orange color," shared the Marjoland team on LinkedIn. They also mentioned that the first roses are being harvested and will soon be available exclusively. read more

Amidst the lush, rolling hills of Mao, a little girl would hurry home from school, her footsteps quickening as the scent of fresh earth and wildflowers filled the air. Her parents, hardworking farmers, would be in the fields; she would eagerly lend a hand, carrying baskets of fruits and. read more

More than a third of Dutch gerbera growers are currently using a new biological control agent, the predatory bug Dicyphus Errans. Wouter Mooij from Mooij Gewasbescherming spoke about the successful implementation of this innovation in gerbera cultivation at the Strawberry Day event. He also provided more details on how this method is being applied in strawberry cultivation. read more

Extreme weather events, which are considered the most destructive natural hazards associated with rapid climate change in the temperate zone of Europe, require quick adaptations in the selection of ornamental plants for cultivation in high-stress urban areas, public green spaces, and gardens. read more