FloralDaily Newsletter | Thursday, June 13, 2024

FlowerTrials update

Petunias seem to be more ‘weatherproof’ than ever before

The FlowerTrials are in full swing. All possible nationalities pass by, and companies are delighted with the turnout. In addition, breeding and/or…

The sun shines bright on GreenTech's last day

It's a wrap! Well, it almost is at least. GreenTech 2024 will end in some hours, today at 16:00. A large (inter)national audience has had the chance to…

US (VA): Teacher program makes horticulture ‘a lot more accessible’ in the classroom

When school is back in this fall, dozens of teachers nationwide will be better equipped to talk with students about horticulture career opportunities…

The Landscape Istanbul Fair 2024 (LIF 2024) receives approval from AIPH

Members of AIPH gave the International Horticultural Trade Exhibition approval for the Landscape Istanbul Fair 2024 (LIF 2024). The event will be held…

Evening social events and tours available for the 2024 Perennial Plant Association National Symposium

The Early Bird deadline of June 17th is fast approaching as the Perennial Plant Association prepares to have the city of Asheville, North Carolina host…

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UK: Barnard Castle florist wins 100 Faces of Floristry award

A County Durham florist has won an award for being one of the 'top 100 faces' in the industry.

"Unreal results in the fight against Fusarium, Pythium, and even viruses, fantastic for the grower"

With cavitation ultrasonic transmitters, Ultramins assists growers in achieving clean irrigation water and a clean water system. The last 3 years, the…

Eurofins expands physical testing facilities

With recent developments in substrates and potting soils, the need to understand the physical properties of peat-reduced mixtures is increasing.…

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Working with Gert Jan on customised logistics for the future

Royal FloralHolland is convinced that it can only fulfill its ambition to be the international floriculture marketplace of the future through…

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Pollen Talent join forces with Certified American Grown

Pollen Talent announces its new designation as a partner-level associate member of the Certified American Grown. The company's team states: "This…

UK: Excitement builds for The National Plant Show

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company eagerly awaits the National Plant Show next week and present to you their new look along with a number of new plant…

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A stealthy threat to some ornamentals

Potato Leafhopper: On beyond spuds

This past week (late May) our field scouts and I started seeing the first pale green potato leafhoppers (PLH) in the field, right about on schedule.…

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Only 14% of flowers are grown in the UK

Up until the 1950s most flowers we encountered in the UK were grown in the UK. Then, huge investment from the Dutch government saw the first…

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China: Asia's top flower market blooms on growing demand

June 11, 2024 Storyline: Asia's top flower market blooms on growing demand (Voice over). It's early in the morning at the Dounan Flower Market in…

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The use of drones in cut flower production

There has been increasing interest in the use of drones in cut flower production as a way to reduce labor issues and costs involved with pest and…

Kenya: Farmers in Manguo Village embrace floriculture

Floriculture is a unique agricultural blend that is taking root in Laikipia County. Here, a vibrant tapestry of colorful flowers is transforming the…

SecondFlor Europe unveils new Hydrangea colors

SecondFlor Europe, a company in the preserved flower industry, announces the launch of three new hydrangea colors: Blue Lagoon, Light Plum, and…

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Details Flowers launches new client portal

Details Flowers launches a new Client Portal feature. It's available to all their members at no extra cost. This tool allows for customization of the…

Kimitec's first natural miticide registered

Kimitec's first natural miticide has just been registered in Mexico. According to Kimitec, this represents a major step in their commitment to a…

US (CA): Pasadena Tournament of Roses celebrates Red Rose Day

In celebration of Red Rose Day, volunteer Members of the Tournament of Roses Association brightened the day of hundreds of people by surprising them…

UK: HTA strengthens its membership engagement team

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has welcomed Jeremy Costello to complete the Membership team as the new Member Engagement Manager for the…