FloralDaily Newsletter | Thursday, May 16, 2024

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Finland: “The FSC-certification is proof from an external audit that we are acting responsibly”

Carccu®, a packaging manufacturer based in Sastamala (Finland) has been awarded the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) forest certification. "Before the…

Ten years ago, a shipment of Flowers of Colombia was the first FTA freight to arrive in the United States

On May 14, 2012 at 21:00 flight MD 11 of Centurion Air Cargo took off from El Dorado Airport carrying 80 tons of flowers. It landed at the Miami…

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UK: Border Target Operating Model: increase of plants and plant products that can move into GB freely

On 29 August 2023, the UK Government published the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM), which seeks to deliver one of the most advanced trade borders…

Russia may restrict flower imports

The candidate for the position of Russia's Minister of Agriculture, Oksana Lut, announced the potential restriction of flower imports from 'unfriendly'…

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'Cut-flower market has tremendous potential for creating employment in Trinidad and Tobago'

The cut-flower market has tremendous potential for generating employment opportunities, says Gopaul Chackan, the president of the T&T Orchid Society…

Creating the logistics of tomorrow together with Michiel

With the campaign 'Moving forward together' Royal FloraHolland use personal stories to show which steps theyare taking together towards a sustainable…

AU: PCA to pick up "Webinar Wednesday" events again

Protected Cropping Australia is again organizing the "Webinar Wednesday" events. These events will see industry leaders and companies providing an…

New Mastercourse explores future of industry and connection to society

The Pro Manager Mastercourse Floriculture has been organized for over 10 years now and connects future floricultural leaders from around the globe with…

Fresh cut flower industry spurs consumption upgrading in China

Purchasing flowers became a common practice for many people to celebrate this year's Mother's Day.According to data from e-commerce platform Hema…

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UK: Sussex flower grower on a mission to get people to support British

A Sussex flower grower is on a mission to raise awareness about the benefits of growing and buying British flowers. For the past ten years fourth…

IFPA's Produce & Floral Leadership Path Programs applications open

The International Fresh Produce Association's Produce & Floral Leadership Path offers progressive leadership development programs, from entry-level…

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UK: What to expect at this year's Chelsea Flower Show

Chelsea Flower Show 2024 returns this May with a fun-filled week guaranteed to reignite your horticultural imagination. The Royal Horticultural…

Proven Winners ColorChoice shines in Times Square

Proven Winners ColorChoice is taking the stage in one of the world's most iconic locations: Times Square. The renowned national shrub brand is lighting…

UK: Over 1,000 florists bunch together to celebrate first ever National Florist Day

The power of flowers will be celebrated across the UK and Ireland on June 8th, 2024 Flower Power is unique; goose bump inducing blooms that are used to…

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Study finds what gets plant roots to grow strong

A biological mechanism familiar to people who fast helps plant roots grow strong. The discovery by University of Copenhagen scientists provides an…

Flower farming meets the retail flower shop

Going from flower farmer to full-service retail florist and juggling both – is it possible? Hear from Tammy Osselaer, who started Little Petal Farm in…

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US: That Flower Feeling Foundation expands its support network

The That Flower Feeling Foundation announces the addition of new supporters and the continued dedication of existing contributors. New supporters…

Fresh blooms on wheels

Every Saturday morning, beginning in late March, you can find Chelsea and Jared James, the owners of Creeksouth Farms, behind the bed-turned-counter of their little flower…

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UK: Banbury MP visits local plant nursery and speaks to farmers about challenges they face

Banbury's MP has spoken to one of the area's major horticultural businesses to find out more about the challenges they face. Victoria Prentis was…

UK: Manchester Flower Festival is back in May

Manchester's most Instagrammable event, The Manchester Flower Festival, returns this May Bank Holiday weekend and visitors can expect an iconic…

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How to be successful with an e-commerce business

In today's rapidly evolving marketplace, the integration of e-commerce has become not just a necessity but a crucial importance for businesses aiming…

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What can we learn about artists from their gardens?

'I have a dream sometimes," writes Olivia Laing in her new book, A Garden Against Time. "I dream I'm in a house, and discover a door I didn't know was…