FloralDaily Newsletter | Monday, April 7, 2025

Cargolite’s Quarter, Half and Sea Freight cartons:

"A smarter way to ship flowers worldwide"

You may have already spotted them in photos of the Dutch Royal couple during their visit to Kenya in March—the Cargolite boxes. As part of the visit,…

Over 100 Dutch greenhouses open doors during 'Get in the Greenhouse'

"Cucumber flowers are yellow, and the lights in the greenhouse turn purple when there's not enough sunlight. There are bugs in the greenhouse. And you…

US: Hoffmann Family of Companies to acquire N.G. Heimos Greenhouses

Hoffmann Family of Companies (HF Companies), a family-owned private equity firm based in the United States, is pleased to announce it has entered into…

“Coco substrate availability in Sri Lanka remains stable”

Although Sri Lanka is dealing with a shortage of fresh coconut, as the production has declined, the coco coir industry is not affected, says Shan…

FloraHolland's auctioneer's column:

The diversity of seasonal flowers at the clock

"We are gradually transitioning into spring mode. People are eager to get into their gardens, and flowers might seem secondary. However, the spring…

Global delegates gather in California for 2025 International Protea Conference

Last week, the XX International Protea Association Conference and the XV International Protea Research Symposium took place in Temecula, California.…

Aad van der Knaap on progress, Vietnam, and 75 years of KP Holland

"Our industry has a great story, but we do need to tell it"

'Proud father of KP Holland' is on his LinkedIn profile. Aad van der Knaap is a familiar face in the ornamental sector. Although he has handed over the…

Transport company to transport flowers and plants with zero emissions

Nover Logistics, a specialist in the collective transport of flowers and plants, has invested in four fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks.…

HortiQ certification for water treatment specialist Hortispeed

To meet the requirements in the Middle East, Hortispeed has obtained the HortiQ certificate. Under the brand names ECOfilter and O2solutions, the…

China: 2025 World Paeonia Suffruticosa Conference to start on April 8

On March 28, The Korean Chapter Launch Ceremony of the 2025 World Paeonia Suffruticosa Congress commenced in Yeoju City, attended by Feng Yanli, Vice…

Metazet develops ice machine for Arctic climate project

The Westland-based company Metazet, in partnership with engineering firms TWD and HEFCOM, has rapidly developed two 'ice makers' for a climate project…

NL: Zentoo unveils new chrysanthemum

Spring is in full bloom, and what better way to celebrate than with a brand-new chrysanthemum? Meet Letitbe, the latest pompon-shaped spray…

UK: New regulations incoming for cut rosa flowers

In 2024, the GB Plant Health Service introduced legislation (see here) to enhance biosecurity by updating the existing measures within Annex 7 of the…

Italy: Anticipation grows for 17th edition of Bricoday

Anticipation is growing for the 17th edition of Bricoday. Scheduled for September 24–25, 2025, the event will take place in Halls 22 and 24 of the…

EU leaders condemn US tariffs, warn of economic fallout

The recent announcement by the US administration to impose global tariffs, affecting the European Union with a 20% rate, has generated widespread reactions.…

U.S. dollar drops as tariffs spark trade fears and market volatility

The U.S. dollar experienced a decline against major currencies, reaching a six-month low against the euro. Investors are assessing the implications of U.S.…

Ethiopian Floriculture Industry : Feeling trapped in President Trump import tariff

Following President Donald Trump's new tariff decision, the U.S. customs agents now began collecting tariffs on all imported goods from many countries,…

India: Kashmir region to get tulip show

In a step towards revitalizing the floriculture sector in the district, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – Indian Institute of…