Farmers from Gegharkunik province of Armenia expressed their dissatisfaction as the potato crop they cultivated with credit funds remains unsold, with tons of produce lying in warehouses and storage facilities. According to the Ministry of Economy, potato exports to the Russian market have become…
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AIPH elects a new Vice President
2024-03-08 00:00
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) is a global organization uniting thousands of growers of flowers and ornamental plants. We are the approving body of International Horticultural Expos, such as Expo Doha Qatar 2023. As the world's champion for the power of plants,
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Russian cucumbers dominate Polish market
2024-03-08 00:00
EastFruit reports an unprecedented influx of Russian cucumbers on the Polish wholesale markets. Polish market operators observe that Russian cucumbers dominate the supply, mainly because of their low price. Poland imports about 2-3 thousand tons of cucumbers from Russia every month, making it the…
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Aggressive rise in imports from aggressor: Russian cucumbers dominate Polish market
2024-03-08 00:00
EastFruitreports an unprecedented influx of Russian cucumbers on the Polish wholesale markets. Polish market operators observe that Russian cucumbers dominate the supply, mainly because of their low price.
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Terra Nova Nurseries unveils new Echinacea variety
2024-03-08 00:00
Terra Nova Nurseries has revealed a sneak peek of its brand-new Echinacea 'French Tips.' This stunning, new echinacea is a complete showstopper with its large, fragrant flowers. Terra Nova's newest echinacea is destined to be a classic with its smooth, pink petals and white tips, resembling a
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Niki Ford steps down as CEO of Australian Organic Limited
2024-03-08 00:00
After nearly six years at the helm of Australian Organic Limited (AOL), Chief Executive Officer, Niki Ford, has announced she will be stepping down from the role. She became the organisation's first female CEO in 2018, and made the announcement at the close of the 2024 Australian Organic
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Flower vendors optimistic about their industry
2024-03-08 00:00
It's a tough but rewarding trade, said James Magno, head florist and operations assistant of Nene's Flower Shop in Dangwa, Philippines. Mr. Magno, who graduated with a degree in Hospitality and Industry Management, said there isn't a specific degree that teaches you the ropes of flower
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Flower imports blooms in Kazakhstan
2024-03-08 00:00
As reported by the Ministry of Trade and Integration, in 2023, Kazakhstan imported 149.8 million flowers worth $61.1 million, 29% more than those valued at $47.3 million in 2022. The country's largest suppliers were Ecuador ($37.5 million), the Netherlands ($13.1 million), Kenya ($4.8 million),
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Singapore-based Primula Florist announces the expansion of their business with the introduction of landscaping design. Leveraging on years of expertise in creating captivating floral displays, Primula Florist now provides personalized landscaping solutions tailored to elevate outdoor spaces
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Flower industry powers rural revitalization in southwest China
2024-03-08 00:00
Southwest China's Yunnan Province is often called the Kingdom of Flowers, and the rapid growth of the industry is revitalizing many rural areas. Yang Jinghao visits this key region for flower cultivation and discovers how locals are adapting as the country prioritizes innovation. It's 9 pm, and
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Terra Nova Nurseries unveils new Echinacea variety
2024-03-08 00:00
Terra Nova Nurseries has revealed a sneak peek of its brand-new Echinacea 'French Tips.' This stunning, new echinacea is a complete showstopper with its large, fragrant flowers. Terra Nova's newest echinacea is destined to be a classic with its smooth, pink petals and white tips, resembling a
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Going viral: The story of the internet's reaction to the 'dry fruit jewellery' worn by this woman
2024-03-08 00:00
The internet recently went viral over "Dry Fruit Jewellery," where a woman adorned herself with jewelry made from dried fruits and nuts for a baby shower, showcased in an Instagram video by @vasudhaa_makeover. This innovative fashion statement quickly turned from charming to controversial, as
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AIPH elects a new Vice President
2024-03-08 00:00
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) is a global organization uniting thousands of growers of flowers and ornamental plants. We are the approving body of International Horticultural Expos, such as Expo Doha Qatar 2023. As the world's champion for the power of plants,
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Steady demand and stable supply for Indian coconuts
2024-03-08 00:00
Both demand and supply have been on good levels for the fresh coconuts in India, says Sachin Beri, director for Indian fresh coconut exporter Vashini: "The market for the export of fresh coconuts has been rather good. We've seen steady demand and stable supply. We grow our coconuts in the south
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RubyRed Kiwifruit to hit one million trays this season
2024-03-08 00:00
Around one million trays, or 3,600 tonnes of Zespri's berry-like RubyRedTM Kiwifruit are expected to be devoured this season. It is now available in most supermarkets and fruit and vegetables stores in New Zealand and will also be in markets throughout Asia Pacific including Japan, China, Taiwan
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It's International Women’s Day!
2024-03-08 00:00
It is March 8, which means International Women's Day, and that is reflected in the flower market dynamics around the world. In Eastern Europe and Russia, this holiday is anticipated by a true flower-purchasing frenzy. Therefore, many flowers have been shipped in that direction over the last
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Ecuador supplied Kazakhstan with 4,913 tons of flowers in 2023, reports the statistics agency. "The largest suppliers of flowers (to Kazakhstan - KazTAG) in 2023 were: Ecuador - 4913 tons, the Netherlands - 1633 tons, Kenya - 635 tons and Colombia - 488 tons," reads the report. According to the…
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"We have seen interest from European and New Zealand importers"
2024-03-08 00:00
Rambutan is predominately grown in the southeast and southwest regions of Vietnam, the production season runs from May to August. "The fruit grows best in temperatures between 22-35 degrees, which is not a problem in Vietnam; what is more important is the water," explains Ly Nguyen, Sales
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Flower industry powers rural revitalization in southwest China
2024-03-08 00:00
Southwest China's Yunnan Province is often called the Kingdom of Flowers, and the rapid growth of the industry is revitalizing many rural areas. Yang Jinghao visits this key region for flower cultivation and discovers how locals are adapting as the country prioritizes innovation. It's 9 pm, and
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"We have to make the best of our short windows for harvesting"
2024-03-08 00:00
Anthony De Ieso is a 4th generation farmer, growing bunchline vegetables near Adelaide in South Australia. His great grandfather started growing veg back in 1945 on the family farm, Anthony's father then bought another property in 1994, which is where the family business, Thorndon Park Produce
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