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Where Does the Buck Stop?

By Masila Kanyingi “The buck stops here” encapsulates the essential principles of leadership as articulated by Harry S Truman, the 33rd President of the United…

Startup in Bloom: How Wildflower Haven Is Navigating Kenya’s Flower Export Scene

Floriculture. When one thinks of flowers, beautiful blossoms and fragrance comes to mind. But behind the scenes, lies a fierce competition to grow and export…

Floriculture sector sees increasing regulatory pressure as the biggest challenge for growers

Aalsmeer, 1 July 2025 – Today, Royal FloraHolland publishes the first Trend Report Floriculture. The report reveals that nearly 70% of flower and plant growers…

Experience the benefits of Syngenta Solutions for tackling Powdery Mildew.

Book an Appointment Are you noticing white spots on your crops that look like talcum powder, commonly called “colonies”? These can appear on leaves, stems…

Wageningen University & Research has reaffirmed its confidence in Bosman Van Zaal

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) has reaffirmed its confidence in Bosman Van Zaal by selecting them for the development of its latest research facility, the…

Persea Mites Threaten Kenya’s Avocado Industry

Bʏ Mᴀʀʏ Mᴡᴇɴᴅᴇ, Kenya’s avocado sector is confronting an emerging threat that has put growers and agronomists on high alert. The Persea mite (Oligonychus perseae)…

What Buyers Want: How NIRP International Is Reinventing Flower Farming

By Victor Okeyo IFTEX 2025 was a swirl of fragrance and color as the global floriculture industry came together in Kenya for the prestigious trade…

Chinese Greenhouse Manufacturer Sainpoly Enters Kenya’s Agriculture Market

To adapt to climate change and meet evolving market demands, employing technology and designing high-quality greenhouses is vital for optimizing operations. Well, that is where…

Peter Bommel Appointed as Member of the Supervisory Board Royal FloraHolland

Peter Bommel will be appointed member of the Supervisory Board (SB) of Royal FloraHolland, the leading international cooperative of flowers and plants, from 1 January…

PRISM: An Innovative Algorithm-Based Technology

FPC has been working with the University of Lancaster on a new development for the horticultural sector. PRISM represents an innovative algorithm-based technology designed to…

Rebecca Shines Bright at IFTEX 2025

“We are now accepting reservations for the new spray rose variety,” announced Viking Roses Kenya. The variety drew a lot of interest at IFTEX 2024…

Dutch Flower Group Has a Long History of Expertise in Sea Freight Shipping

They are a leader in transporting flowers by sea. Before the Red Sea route was disrupted, DFG moved about 260 containers of roses annually to…

Breeders shine at IFTEX

Breeders present a vibrant display of floral creativity, fresh and innovative concepts, intrinsic beauty, and the strength of authentic flowers. The Kenyan fair, known as…