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  • Mexico, 21-23 March 2023 Highlights GreenTech Americas Conference

    Mexico trade fair

    During the GreenTech Americas Conference programme, leading (inter)national experts focus on optimizing crops in a controlled environment. At GreenTech Americas are the latest technologies and innovations of the industry in the region of Americas. From Tuesday, March 21 through Thursday, March 23,...

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  • PanAmercian Seed Charitable Support For Friedreich’s Ataxia Research

    Australia breeders and breeding charity USA

    PanAmerican Seed is entering its fourth year of charitable contributions to less-widely known causes on behalf of Beacon Impatiens. Over the years, the disease-resistant Beacon series has shined the light on several organizations through an annual donation of a percentage of global seed sales. For...

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  • August 31 to September 2 in Warsaw/Poland 30 years of the exhibition "Green is Life"

    Poland trade fair

    2023 marks the thirtieth anniversary of the launch of "Green is Life", an annual exhibition of plants and gardens, hosted in Warsaw in late summer. The now international, prestigious and widely recognized trade fair has built its brand consequently, on solid foundations. The name of the...

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    • April 4 and 25 2023 Two online workshops “Off the peat path"

      peat and peat alternative substrates

      On behalf of the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), the Agency for Renewable Resources (FNR) invites you to two online workshops “Off the peat path - Alternative substrates for mushroom cultivation” on April 4 and “Off the peat path - Wood fibres as an alternative to peat in...

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    • Addenda is proud to present a fresh new website representing the Addenda brand.

      The Netherlands Addenda launches new website and sustainable label

      Netherlands potted plants sustainability websites

      At the start of the Campanula season, Addenda growers association has launched a brand new consumer and business website. The new website (addenda.com) contains a lot of consumer inspiration such as blogs and DIY videos. Besides the new website, the Campanula labels have also been renewed this...

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  • ISF and Fair Planet signed a Memorandum of Understanding to partner on a Seed Resilience project that will catalyze the establishment of seed systems in Rwanda. The project aims to enhance farmers" access to quality seeds, coupled with training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).

    Rwanda Public-private collaboration to establish inclusive seed systems

    Africa education propagation

    The International Seed Federation (ISF) and non-profit organization Fair Planet signed a Memorandum of Understanding this week to partner on a “Seed Resilience” project which will focus on the development of several crop pillars: vegetables, pulses, potatoes, and cereals.

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  • The R-PET tray is made from recycled PET, resulting in a reduced environmental impact.

    ILIP and the R-PET Propagation tray with a reduced environmental impact

    sustainability trays

    Developed for industrial tomato growers, it is designed for coating other propagation tray types. This product is the latest innovation in a complete range of professional solutions for vegetable and flower nurseries developed using recycled PET and characterised by the unique grey colour and...

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    • AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2024 Entries are now open

      associations and organizations awards IPM ESSEN

      Entries are now open for the International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards 2024, organised by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH). Showcase your excellence and achievements in the industry by submitting an entry now.

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  • Flower Council Holland Thanks Plants campaign continues to be successful

    Germany Great Britain marketing Netherlands Poland

    The Thanks Plants campaign was successful for the fifth consecutive time. Launched in five countries in September and October, it once again resulted in increased appreciation and buying intentions. Polish consumers that saw the campaign for the first time also rated it highly. This was clear from...

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  • Campaign by Danziger 2023’s most inspiring women in the floral industry

    cut flowers Israel marketing

    Israeli grower Danziger invites you to follow him in the Facebook group spotlighting women who are stars in the floristry industry. There you will find the stories of female florists and designers who bring their talents and perspectives to the world of floristry. This is not a competition, but a...

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  • The more than 100 participants from 16 nations of the 15th ISU-Winderdays in Grünberg.

    15th ISU Winter Days in Grünberg/Germany International meeting of the perennial scene

    associations and organizations Germany perennials

    From 10 to 12 February 2023, more than 100 participants from 16 nations (Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Turkey, Lesotho and South Korea) met for the 15th Winterdays of the International Perennial...

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  • Signing the contract, with from left to right Royal Brinkman: Bas Brinkman Technical Director and Ton van Mil CEO, Hoogendoorn Growth Management: Angela Luijten Projectmanager International Business & Strategy, Martin Helmich CCO and Kevin Spoelder Team Lead Sales

    Companies Cooperation between Royal Brinkman and Hoogendoorn Growth Management

    cooperations Netherlands

    Royal Brinkman and Hoogendoorn Growth Management have entered into a partnership to supply growers worldwide with one of the most advanced climate computers. Under the motto 'Let's improve together', the ambitious organisations will work together to further develop the global horticultural sector...

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  • Dutch Lily Days 2023 Unique overview of developments in lily land

    cut flowers Netherlands trade fair

    From Tuesday to Friday, 6 to 9 June 2023, the 14 participants in the Dutch Lily Days will throw their doors wide open. Thousands of visitors are expected from near and far to attend the displays. It is after all a unique opportunity to obtain a complete view of the latest developments in lily land...

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  • Danziger is creating a new standard in foliage production, 
bringing reliable houseplant material and consistent 
availability of more than 150 varieties to growers across 
North America.

    North America Danziger is setting a new standard for foliage plants

    Canada potted plants USA young plants

    Danziger is bringing reliable plant material and consistent availability to growers across North America. The new program, called Floresta™, will offer more than 150 varieties, with more being introduced regularly. Floresta™ translates to forest, bringing to mind a collection of lush, beautiful...

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  • Hail in France near Orléans

    Insuring risks Gartenbau-Versicherung reviews damage in horticulture 2022

    France Germany Greece insurance Italy Netherlands Poland weather

    The frequency and extent of natural disasters continue to increase due to climate change. The resulting weather extremes also affect horticultural businesses and their production.

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  • Montreal/Canada received the award for the Phytotechnology Stations at the Montréal Botanical Garden.

    Montreal/Canada in the AIPH Green City Briefing Use of plants in urban water management

    Canada green city irrigation saving water

    Organised by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) in collaboration with the Worshipful Company of Gardeners (WCoG) and sponsor Expo 2023 Doha Qatar, the AIPH Green City Briefings 2022/23 are a series of one-hour webinars focussing on cities around the world that...

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  • New Zealand after the cyclone Gabrielle The need for structure, coordination and patience

    climate change New Zealand weather

    It’s been just over a week since Cyclone Gabrielle struck New Zealand, affecting the Hawkes Bay and Gisborne in particular. In several areas of these two regions, the devastation to people, houses, land, businesses and infrastructure is immense. Recovery will take years – just like it has taken...

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