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United Selections Celebrates its 10th Anniversary at IFTF

10 years of JumiliaDuring the recent International Floriculture Fair (IFTF), United Selections celebrated an important milestone: the 10th anniversary of the rose variety Jumilia. To…

Understanding and Managing Leaf Curl in Cucumber Plants

Cucumber plants are popular among gardeners for their crunchy and refreshing fruits. However, seeing the leaves of these plants curl up can be alarming. Leaf…

Kikwetu , the Home of Style and Culture

Since its founding in 2019 in the heart of Kenya’s rich flower-growing region of Timau, premium rose grower Kikwetu Flowers has strived to bring exactly…

The New HortiFootprint Calculator: More Comprehensive, Clearer and FloriPEFCR-Compliant

Sustainability is an increasingly important theme within the ornamental horticulture sector. With the updated HortiFootprint Calculator, growers can calculate their environmental impact, helping them to…

Outsmarting Botrytis

The rainy season is here, and while nature thrives, your cut flowers may be facing a hidden enemy—Botrytis cinerea, the notorious gray mold that can…

New Ideas to Make 2026 Your Most Innovative Season

Danziger invites you to be inspired with new selections and information. Jump into 2026 with bold colors, reliable performance and varieties that exceed expectations for…

That’s new at IPM ESSEN

Gardeners Forum, IPM Express and Green Cities Award IPM ESSEN from 28 to 31 January 2025 will provide a preview of what the green sector…

Indian Market Welcomes Kenyan Avocados, Enhancing Trade Relations

Kenyan avocado farmers have received a significant boost as India has opened its market to their produce. This milestone, disclosed on Tuesday, marks a key…

How Flower Growers Can Tackle Supply Chain Shortages

As the flower industry grapples with ongoing supply chain challenges, growers must adopt innovative replenishment strategies to ensure consistent availability of their products. The recent…

Bigger Than Ever

The 14th IFTF has concluded. The number of growers with booths was higher than ever before and the number of visitors was, as always, very…

Flower Power Merger Creates Leading Online Florist

In a significant move within the floral industry, Halifax-based online retailer Prestige Flowers has merged with Mansfield-based Flowerline, a leading flower procurement, packing, and distribution…

Trade Fair Aalsmeer and IFTF 2024 Come to an End

The Trade Fair Aalsmeer once again proved to be a bustling hub of floral innovation and networking. Over 600 exhibitors showcased a wide range of…

Government Must Act Swiftly to Avert Cargo Airlines Crisis

The government needs to act swiftly to alleviate a looming crisis at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by allowing temporary permits for freighters to fill…