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  • Whether as a single plant in a decorative pot, in mixed planting on the balcony, patio or in the border – the new pot carnation Strawberry Eyes is perfect for a wide range of uses.

    Dümmen Orange Pot carnation for producers looking for something special

    potted plants

    Strawberry Eyes, the new pot carnation from Dümmen Orange combines outstanding cultivation characteristics with unique flower markings and a great shelf life. So not only will it be a hit with producers – it will appeal to retailers and consumers too.

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  • New York, September 7-8 New dates for World Floral Expo 2023 - CANCELLED!

    trade fair USA

    In view of the repeated delays of the show as a result of Covid-19, we are happy to announce that the international flower trade show World Floral Expo will be rescheduled to Thursday September 7 – Friday September 8, 2023. Update: The event is cancelled

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  • KIMM’s new multiple-robot system for harvesting horticultural crops consists of harvesting robots and transfer robots.

    Korea A multiple-robot system for harvesting crops

    Asia automation

    A system of robots that harvest and transport crops on their own without human assistance has been developed for use in agricultural facilities such as smart farms.

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  • The new Training & Demonstration Centre HortiSenegal project kicked off in Kirene, Senegal, on 9 March 2023. In this initiative by vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan and co-funded by the Dutch government, a consortium of companies will provide training to local farmers.

    Senegal Consortium to train farmers in sustainable vegetable production

    Africa education sustainability vegetables

    The new Training & Demonstration Centre HortiSenegal project kicked off in Kirene, Senegal, on 9 March. In this initiative by vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan and co-funded by the Dutch government, a consortium of companies will provide training to local farmers. The goal is not only to...

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    • Impressions of the trade fair Myplant & Garden, which took place in Milan/Italy from 22 to 24 February 2023.

      Italy Myplant & Garden keeps growing

      Italy trade fair

      More important, more international, more influential. Curtains closed on an extraordinary edition of Myplant & Garden, which showed variety, innovation, beauty. The large amount of visitors has confirmed that the International Green Expo is the main meeting spot for the international industry,...

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  • Basil cultivation: If white light is not strictly necessary in LED installations for grow lights, it is better to avoid it.

    Blog from Signify Why avoid white light in basil cultivation

    herbs light and lighting research and development

    If white light is not strictly necessary in LED installations for grow lights, it is better to avoid it. Compared to red and blue light, it does not add value to the crop, but energy consumption does go up. That’s the conclusion Signify has drawn after extensive testing with light recipes using...

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  • Karel Brosens - Rosa ‘Green Summer’

    Belgium Rosa ‘Green Summer’ wins the golden Florall Award

    awards Belgium trade fair

    The spring edition of Florall attracted 84 exhibitors and a lot of visitors from Flanders and abroad. A fairly complete range of green and flowering houseplants and all kinds of visually attractive plants was shown, often with multiple applications for the garden and patio, but also suitable for...

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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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