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05-01-2016
FYI: New scented cut rose combines ‘nostalgia, durability’
"Beautiful roses reminiscent of the old fragrant roses of grandma's garden or the roses painted in old paintings – the roses that we probably all dream of. Finally, we have succeeded in combining this beauty with durability," says rose breeder, Rosa Eskelund of Viking Roses.
24-12-2015
FYI: New orchid species found in Vietnam's Central Highlands
Eight species of orchids that are at risk of extinction have been found in Vietnam’s Central Highlands.
23-12-2015
Colombia diversifies flower exports
With flower exports worth USD $1,473 million and sales of foliage worth USD $8.7 million in 2014, Colombia is the second largest flower exporter in the world, just after the Netherlands.
23-12-2015
Going from holiday job to co-owner
As holiday workers, Omer and Jerry once worked for Harry Koene. Today, the three of them operate Opstal Nursery’s two gardens in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands, in a three-hectare field where the Rosa polyantha grow on bushes that could be ten years old.
18-12-2015
Summer biosecurity vigil in full swing
The latest border biosecurity boost is expected to help the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) manage a swarm of new international flights and passengers this summer.
15-12-2015
Ethiopian flower industry flourishes
The Ethiopian flower industry is flourishing, with the help of government incentives and low labor costs, experts told the Anadolu Agency.
15-12-2015
Have a say on bees and pollination
To better understand current use of pollination across the horticultural and agricultural sectors and help design research projects that address industry trends and needs, Plant & Food Research is asking growers and beekeepers to share their current practices and their thoughts on future pollination requirements.
11-12-2015
Student helps flower show to bloom
A Massey University marketing student has won $500 for helping an Auckland flower show with its marketing and communications plan.
11-12-2015
ACCC takes action against Woolworths for conduct towards suppliers
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Woolworths Limited, alleging it engaged in unconscionable conduct in dealings with a large number of its supermarket suppliers, in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law.
09-12-2015
Survey identifies historical trends, future projections in US floristry
Prince & Prince, Inc. (P&P), a company in market research focused on the floral and green plant industries, has recently initiated a tracking survey of wholesale florist businesses throughout the US.