As of August 7, 2025, the European Union has added seven new plant species to the Union list. The terrestrial plants now included are Acacia mearnsii (black wattle), Broussonetia papyrifera (paper mulberry), Delairea odorata (Cape ivy), Fallopia japonica (synonym Reynoutria japonica, Japanese knotweed), etc. read more

A company like Netafim knows exactly how to apply this year's HortiContact theme. According to Stefan Bakker, product manager at Netafim, ensuring that water and nutrients reach the plant as evenly as possible through a complex network of pipes is crucial. This may sound straightforward, but in practice, it is a significant challenge. read more

Leeuwis Fruit from Tuil celebrated the festive opening of its new cold storage for pears on Saturday, 9 August. Around 200 people from the fruit sector attended the open day and official inauguration of the facility, which measures 30 by 60 metres. "Despite being in the middle of the summer, read more

The Pete Garcia Company has signed an exclusive agreement with Seaman Paper Company for the Wholesale Floral market. The two companies have introduced the SatinWrap Floral line in various regions including North America (U.S. & Canada), Hawaii, Mexico, Colombia, the Caribbean, and Ecuador for wholesale distribution. read more

Last summer, a sample of marigold flowers was submitted to the NCSU Plant Disease and Insect Clinic to determine the cause of blossom discoloration. There was no existing data for comparison to assess the nutrient concentration in the flowers to aid in the diagnosis. While preparing for an analysis of the marigold flowers, we encountered this issue. read more

At rose grower Nini, which is part of Herburg in Naivasha, Kenya, an automated camera system from PATS is currently being employed to monitor False Codling Moth (FCM). Nini is participating in a project that focuses on enhancing early detection and monitoring of FCM through the use of the PATS-C system. read more

Crops such as cucumber, capsicum, cherry tomato, and lettuce are increasingly popular in India, while rose, gerbera, carnation, lilium, and anthurium are common in flower cultivation. Orchids are also becoming more popular. However, there is a need for better availability of techniques and knowledge on how to apply them. read more

MSC Invernaderos, located in Spain. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to various climates, crops, and needs, which has enabled us to become a key player in the global greenhouse manufacturing industry for fruits and vegetables. With over 35 years of experience, we are a family-run business focused on innovation and quality." read more

Miami International Airport is increasing its cargo capacity by up to 50% with the construction of a new facility that began on Monday. This development reflects the airport's growing importance in supplying fresh fish, fruit, and flowers to consumers along the East Coast. The $141 million project, a collaboration with PortMiami, will revolutionize the cargo handling capabilities of the airport. read more

In modern gerbera cultivation, an autonomous drone flies around the greenhouse to assist growers in counting flowers and predicting yields. In tomato greenhouses, camera-equipped trolleys move through the aisles to gather data for precise yield forecasting. In bell pepper production, a pipe rail system is used. read more

Ausveg, the national organization representing vegetable, potato, and onion growers in Australia, has voiced their support for National Farm Safety Week, starting on Sunday, July 20. This year's theme, named "Second Chances – Who Knows How Many You'll Get?", aims to promote safety awareness among those working in the agricultural sector. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries will be hosting an Open House in 2025 at their facility in Canby, Oregon. The event will take place from Monday, August 18th to Friday, August 22nd, coinciding with the Farwest Show. Terra Nova is conveniently located only 35 minutes south of the Oregon Convention Center, situated in the midst of Oregon's nursery country. read more

The Dutch breeding company Axia Vegetable Seeds was recently acquired by the Japanese company Denso Corporation. Denso is already known in the Netherlands following its earlier acquisition of Certhon. The question now is: What are Denso's plans with the tomato breeding company? "Becoming a global read more

A kitchen garden at a special needs school has been acknowledged by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). Named "the Living Larder", the garden features a variety of vegetables and flowers, and was designed by students from Trent View College in Scunthorpe. It was honored with a gold award from the RHS. read more

More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current, complex, read more

More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current and complex. read more

Martiforous Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) were found in Belgium, leading to a warning from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). These beetles feed on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of over 400 plant species, such as corn, grapes, strawberries, and roses. read more

"Many sectors consider residual heat below 100°C as waste," Division Q's Bart van Meurs explains. "However, for horticulture, it is a valuable resource. This means that greenhouse horticulture can contribute to initiatives such as the hydrogen transition." Division Q, a Dutch company, is currently in discussions with various partners. read more

The search for alternatives to inorganic substrates has led to new applications of organic fibers in recent years. One relatively new product for soft fruits and vegetables was introduced by Profile Products: the HydraFiber Coir slabs, a blend of their patented wood fiber with coir. read more

Walmart customer calls cops after his self-checkout avocado mishap charged $1,300
A Walmart customer called the police after mistakenly overcharging himself for avocados at the self-checkout kiosk and then accused the store of "robbing" him. The unusual incident was reported by a Walmart employee. read more