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  • IPM ESSEN 2026 Show Your Colours Award : Added value and story take centre stage

    During the International Pfanzenmesse (IPM) 2026 in Essen (Germany), the Show Your Colours Award will once again be presented. This prestigious prize is intended for IPM exhibitors with woody plants and perennials. They can submit plants and/or concepts for the award. The organizer, Messe Essen,...

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  • Jens Müller and Julia Wehkamp are taking on joint responsibility for sales at Gramoflor as a management duo.

    Gramoflor New Dual Leadership Strengthens Sales

    Germany People substrates

    As of October 1st, Gramoflor has reorganized its sales management: In the future, Jens Müller and Julia Wehkamp will jointly take on the responsibility for sales as a leadership duo. This strengthens the company's proximity to the market and aligns sales consistently with the needs of its...

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  • The Campus Science & Green project combines sustainability, functionality and education.

    Belgium Innovative glass construction Campus Science & Green in Kortrijk

    Belgium education greenhouses

    Smiemans Projecten is constructing a unique and innovative glass building for PTI West Flanders, a secondary school in Kortrijk (B). The project was designed by Van Bergen Kolpa Architects in collaboration with Sileghem & Partners.

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    • The Dutch company Schneider Youngplants from Woudrichem is making a fresh start following a successful takeover. From left: Jacob Schneider, Jan den Hartog, Bernd Postma, and Jan Arends.

      The Netherlands Restart of Schneider Youngplants

      company foundation Netherlands young plants

      As of October 21, 2025, it’s official: the restart of Schneider Youngplants B.V. has become a reality. Two new investors, Jan den Hartog and Bernd Postma, have taken over the company following the bankruptcy.

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  • New campaign in Germany, France and the UK Nothing says ... like flowers do“

    France Germany Great Britain marketing Netherlands

    At the beginning of November, Plants & Flowers Foundation Holland (formerly Flower Council of Holland) will launch a new consumer campaign across Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. Under the tagline "Nothing says … like flowers do", the initiative aims to inspire more people to give flowers...

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  • From October 14 to 16, Iberflora 2025 will reopen its doors at Feria Valencia, highlighting the latest in gardening, floristry, and horticultural technology.

    Spain Iberflora 2025 Showcases Green Innovation and Sustainable Solutions

    From October 14 to 16, Iberflora 2025 will reopen its doors at Feria Valencia, highlighting the latest in gardening, floristry, and horticultural technology. This edition stands out for sustainable innovations, eco-friendly products, and smart solutions that combine science and nature, making the...

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    77th AIPH Annual Congress Growing the Future

    associations and organizations Belgium garden show

    Last week, the city of Ghent in Belgium hosted the 77th Annual Congress of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), bringing together horticulture professionals from around the globe for a week of inspiration, learning, and networking underlining AIPH’s role as the world’s...

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  • From left: Jack Goossens, Leonardo Capitanio, Augusto Solano, and Tim Briercliffe.

    Associations AIPH announces changes to its Board of Directors

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    During the 77th AIPH Annual Congress in Ghent, Belgium, Members of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) re-elected Mr. Leonardo Capitanio as President and elected Mr. Jack Goossens as its new Vice-President.

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  • GreenTech North America will connect industry leaders, innovators, and growers to shape the future of sustainable horticulture.

    Philadelphia/USA Launch of GreenTech North America in 2026

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    RAI Amsterdam is thrilled to announce the first edition of GreenTech North America. Set to take place on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 of September 2026 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.

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  • Mr. Mos is active at Hortonomy, where he addresses energy and climate challenges within the horticultural sector.

    The Netherlands Smiemans strengthens team with Olaf Mos

    greenhouses Netherlands People supply industry

    Smiemans is pleased to announce the addition of Olaf Mos to the team. Mr. Mos contributes extensive experience in glass constructions and energy systems and will strengthen the team in both commercial and operational areas.

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  • The Netherlands Bunnik Group closes down

    markets Netherlands supply industry

    Plant grower and decoration partner for flowers & plants Bunnik Group in Bleiswijk will wind down all business activities in the coming months. Management and shareholders have decided this after failing to bring the company out of the red.

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  • From left: Eva Kähler-Theuerkauf, President of the Central Horticultural Association, Federal Minister Alois Rainer, Per Klemm, and Anne-Marie Bals, German Flower Fairy 2024/2025.

    Propagation Selecta one receives German Horticulture Innovation Award 2025

    awards breeders and breeding cuttings Germany propagation young plants

    Selecta one has been awarded the German Horticulture Innovation Prize 2025 by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture. The jury honoured the company in the category Plant for the development of RCS 2.0, a pioneering system for the sustainable and efficient production of rooted cuttings.

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  • Sven Hoping is responsible for the TEKU division at plastics specialist Pöppelmann in Lohne, which specialises in plastic products for professional horticulture.

    Pöppelmann, Germany “Our answer to the challenges of our industry is performance“

    Germany pots supply industry sustainability trays

    Sven Hoping is responsible for the TEKU division at plastics specialist Pöppelmann in Lohne, which specialises in plastic products for professional horticulture. In this interview, he talks about why on-time-delivery and inventory levels, investments in new products and future-proof technologies...

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