The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has announced the launch of a $2.5 million fundraising campaign to support Sustainabloom, a collaborative sustainability program created for the floral community. Initially established with seed funding from 10 organizations, Sustainabloom has expanded. read more

Shipping flowers by sea has become an increasingly popular method of transportation in Colombia. However, the phytosanitary inspections conducted by the ICA at departure points, which are often far away from the farms, can present significant challenges. This is especially true if pests are detected, as they can compromise the freshness of the flowers. read more

In a world where 730 million people suffer from hunger and about 2.8 billion lack access to adequate food for their needs, wholesale markets play a crucial role in the supply chain, which is often underestimated. read more

Thanks to a $2 million federal investment, ecologists at the University of Oregon are spearheading efforts to promote sustainable agriculture on 20 partner hazelnut farms in Oregon. This initiative is designed to enhance the long-term sustainability of the state's hazelnut industry, which currently represents 99% of the U.S. market. read more

Mastronardi Produce® has announced the expansion of its Canadian greenhouse capacity by 91 acres. This includes a new, cutting-edge 27-acre glass greenhouse facility in Kingsville, Ontario, which will enable year-round production of local Sunset branded produce. read more

At Fiera Bolzano from November 21 to 23, Interpoma 2024 will highlight digital advancements in the apple industry. The event, known for its in-depth examination of apple production trends, will feature 490 exhibitors from 21 countries in a 25,000-square-meter venue. The "Orchard of read more

Modern horticulture relies on varietal innovation, and the meeting point for this evolution will be the Plant Nursery Area, the exhibition dedicated to innovation in the nursery sector, during the next edition of Macfrut. The fair of the international supply chain. read more

Rząd Związku rzekomo zdecydował się włączyć cztery nowe komponenty - Hydroponikę, Akwaponikę, Uprawę Pionową i Rolnictwo Precyzyjne - do Misji na rzecz Zintegrowanego Rozwoju Ogrodnictwa (MIDH) - Centralnego Sponsorowanego Programu (CSS), który promuje uprawę.

The Union Government has reportedly decided to include four new components - Hydroponics, Aquaponics, Vertical Farming, and Precision Agriculture - under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) - a Central Sponsored Scheme (CSS) that promotes cultivation. read more

"Over the years, we have successfully improved the appearance, integrity, and sustainability of Kenyan flowers. It's difficult to quantify in terms of dollars, but when flowers are transported with care, their value increases significantly," says Amnon Zamir, HR manager, who, together with John Kowarsky, has led these efforts. read more

On Thursday 24 and Friday 25 October, BelOrta organized its biennial Product Show. The cooperative aimed to provide (wholesale) traders and retailers with an overview of the variety of fruits and vegetables it offers. "In Europe, we are one of the suppliers with the widest range of." read more

"Chcemy odejść od transportu ciekłego CO₂ i zamiast tego dążyć do zdecentralizowanego, bardziej zrównoważonego modelu dostawy CO₂. Tradycyjne źródła CO₂ są często energochłonne, produkowane z surowców kopalnych, kosztowne i podatne na znaczne wahania cen, co dodatkowo wprowadza presję na"

"We want to move away from transporting liquid CO₂ and instead work towards a decentralized, more sustainable CO₂ delivery model. Traditional CO₂ sources are often energy-intensive, produced from fossil sources, costly, and prone to significant price fluctuations, adding pressure to" read more

Świat kwiatów, podobnie jak moda i design wnętrz, ciągle ewoluuje, przynosząc nowe pomysły i inspiracje każdego roku. W 2025 roku trendy kwiatowe kształtują sposób, w jaki wyrażamy siebie poprzez żywe kompozycje i naturalne piękno. Trendy tego roku podkreślają odważne kolory, zabawne wzory, read more

The capacity of the Kouga Dam has dropped to below 9% following recent rainfall, posing challenges for the agricultural sector in South Africa's Gamtoos Valley. The dam, which is crucial for the 132 water users in the valley, sustains citrus, cash crops, and dairy farming. The expected decrease in water allocations is a cause for concern. read more

Ocado has named Adam Warby, currently serving as the chairman of executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles, as its new chairman. read more

The logistics specialist CH Robinson has announced improved results for the third quarter (Q3) of the year. read more

AP Moller-Maersk has signed a long-term bio-methanol purchasing agreement with LONGi Green Energy Technology. read more

The research team investigated how these strategies could potentially alter consumption and production in different sectors, identifying both benefits and compromises for achieving a good life within planetary boundaries. Contrary to widespread perception, read more

The largest logistics center in the Spar Austria Group has a storage capacity of 100,000 pallet spaces and is equipped with over 170 loading docks. The logistics center serves as the foundation for further expansion into Croatia. Currently, more than 500 employees are already working there. read more

Among other speakers, Dr. Hans Schippe from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) will inform about climate change in North Africa and Southern Europe and present future scenarios for agriculture in that region as the Head of the Southern German Climate Office in Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen. read more

Greeneration, a high-end vertical farm located in Dubai, specializes in edible flowers, specialty leaves, and microgreens. They supply fine dining and hospitality clients with farm-to-kitchen produce that is delivered on the same day of harvest. This dedication to freshness is unparalleled in a region where over... read more