Floriculture

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floriculture

Kenya Can Bloom to Its Full Potential

An interview with agronomist Stephen Mogonchi on the future of Kenya’s floriculture Q: Stephen, was floriculture always what you wanted to do? A: (laughs) Not...

Challenges and Barriers to Women Empowerment and Equality in Kenya’s Flower Sector

Bʏ Mᴀʀʏ Mᴡᴇɴᴅᴇ Kenya’s floriculture industry is indeed an important pillar of the country’s economy, ranking among its top foreign exchange earners and providing employment...

Why Summer Flowers Are Key to Smallholder Farmers

For years, Kenya’s floriculture industry has been defined by roses. They remain the country’s dominant export flower, commanding about 70% of production. But a quiet...

Vaselife International B.V. Enters New Chapter with Independent Ownership

Vaselife International B.V., a leading innovator in sustainable cut flower care solutions, today announces its continued independent operations and new ownership structure following the bankruptcy...

Tesco Trials Infrared Avocado Ripeness Scanner to Cut Food Waste

Tesco has launched an innovative trial of avocado ripeness scanners across five of its UK stores, aiming to help customers select perfectly ripe fruit and...

How EU Sustainability Rules Could Reshape Floriculture

“The most important thing is to treat sustainability as a strategic core business driver rather than a regulatory burden.” — Sylvie Mamias, Secretary General, Union...

Get Ready for a Floral Paradise: An Exciting City Experience Ahead

I grew up in the charming town of Merti-Methera, Ethiopia, a community founded by the Dutch agricultural conglomerate, HVA, Handelsvereniging Amsterdam.  This Dutch agricultural firm...

Georges Delbard Celebrates 90 Years of Excellence

October 2, 2025  This year marked a remarkable milestone for Pépinières et Roseraies Georges Delbard, as the company celebrated its 90th anniversary with heartfelt festivities...