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Floriculture

True Reflection of Kenya’s Flower Industry for the last three decades
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I never Let it Slip Away.

Pioneers are a rare find, and when you come across one as a writer, you seize the moment. That’s exactly what happened at IFTEX 2025…

Danziger’s Award-Winning Genetics Capture Industry and Consumer Attention

Danziger’s innovative genetics are capturing attention and racking up awards. Its CHÉRIEÔDahlia series received a Medal of Excellence at the recent Cultivate ‘25 industry show…

Everyday Handling Mistakes Shorten the Life of Your Cut Flowers

Bʏ Mᴀʀʏ Mᴡᴇɴᴅᴇ Handling mistakes commonly shorten the vase life of cut flowers without immediate obvious signs, gradually undermining their freshness and beauty. These seemingly…

Shift Focus to Volume and Consistency

Bʏ Mᴀʀʏ Mᴡᴇɴᴅᴇ Kenya’s horticultural industry continues to be a pillar of the country’s agricultural economy, yet despite years of progress, one stubborn challenge persists:…

Too Expensive: Exporters Call for Shared Responsibility

Kenya’s horticulture industry continues to face increasing regulatory and certification demands as markets tighten requirements on food safety, sustainability, and traceability. While compliance is critical…

Patricia Gakure on Why Africa Cannot Afford to Trail Behind

Bʏ Mᴀʀʏ Mᴡᴇɴᴅᴇ While global markets rapidly evolve and prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience, the continent still risks lagging behind, not for lack of potential…

Using any pesticide involves certain risks, but these can be reduced.

Pesticides are a widely used tool for pest control. However, if not applied correctly, they can pose serious threats to human health, ecosystems, and food…

CABI leadership’s visit to Kenya.

Recently, senior leaders from CABI completed a significant visit to Kenya, which offered a crucial opportunity to enhance partnerships and showcase science-based solutions to agricultural…

Syngenta introduces Mural 45 WG to Naivasha growers as an effective powdery mildew solution for roses.

It was pomp and dance as Syngenta Professional Solutions unveiled Mural 45 WG, an innovative fungicide control technology aimed at helping growers protect their crops…

Flowerwatch addresses Sea Freight in a Growers Forum

Developments, Achievements, Challenges, and Current SituationThe expansion of sea exports for Kenya’s flower exporters has gained momentum, despite encountering significant obstacles due to the Red…

Science-Driven Solutions Explored in New Mealybug Guide and Survey

These sap-sucking insects may be small, but their ability to hide in hard-to-reach places and reproduce rapidly makes them a significant challenge for growers. To…

NH Fair 2025: A Unique and Outstanding Event.

Kenya’s largest commercial trade fair, the Naivasha Horticultural Fair, is scheduled for September 19th and 20th this year in Naivasha. This event acts as a…