Floriculture

Floriculture

True Reflection of Kenya’s Flower Industry for the last three decades
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Floriculture not only requires sizable infrastructural investment for a lucrative profit margin over time, but also commitment and dedication to quality and meeting the market…

The Importance of Certifications in Tapping into Challenging Export Markets.

Certifications have become essential for flower exporters aiming to penetrate the international market. Several consultants are leading the way in this area, offering guidance to…

Taxation Slowly Eroding Flower Growers Competitiveness

For a long time, VAT refunds from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) have posed significant challenges for Kenyan exporters. Over the past decade, exporters have…

Six Tips for Building a Successful Pest Scouting Method

When talking with growers about spider mites or other pest infestation, we always hear the same questions: What and when should I spray? To fully…

Mount Kenya Sprouts Inspires European Buyers

Diversity is flourishing at the base of Mount Kenya, where Mount Kenya Sprouts captivates European buyers with a vibrant array of “summer flowers.” With the…

Import Promotion Desk Showcases a Floral Highlight – the ‘Flor de Inirida’.

IFTF 2024 will showcase tropical flowers and roses sourced from Colombia and Ecuador, along with summer blooms from Kenya. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD) is…

How is Traceability Reshaping Consumer Expectations in the Flower Sector?

The flower industry is a global business that involves the production, distribution, and retail of flowers and ornamental plants. With increasing consumer awareness about the…

Six Strategies for Marketing Flowers to Gen Z

Marketing flowers to Gen Z may seem tricky at first, but it can be a fun and creative challenge. Born between 1997 and 2012, this…

Experience-Sharing Visit Promotes Inclusive Workplace at Dummen Orange Farm – EHPEA

An informative experience-sharing visit took place on October 18, 2024, at Dummen Orange Farm in Koka. The event, centered around the theme “Inclusive Workplace for…

Don Takes Growers through the Economic Importance of Powdery Mildew

It’s uncommon to see scholars, researchers, and growers gathered together, but a few years ago, that changed. This rare event was sparked by the significant…

Redlands Roses Empowering Women to Thrive in the Flower Sector

Red Lands Roses, established in 1996 by Isabelle Spindler has risen to global prominence not only for producing exquisite roses but also for leading by…

KEPHIS Parners with KFC and Netherlands Embassy to Fight False Codling Moth

The efforts of KEPHIS, in collaboration with international partners, are vital to ensuring that Kenya remains a reliable supplier of high-quality flowers. By implementing integrated…

SmartCrop Kenya Ltd Drives Smart Farming

Delicate plants require delicate care, so a greenhouse provides the perfect safe environment, creating a barrier against pests and predators in addition to ensuring the…