FloralDaily Newsletter | Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Brigitte Obrock, AgExport

“Guatemala, world’s new alternative for flowers, foliage and ornamental plants”

"Guatemala is a country blessed with fertile soils, favorable climates, and a strategic location, making it an ideal hub for the production and export…

Tulip Day 2025

US: New Yorkers celebrate spring at Union Square

On Sunday, March 30, Union Square was flooded with color as Tulip Day NYC 2025 brought together thousands of New Yorkers to celebrate the arrival of…

Netherlands Embassy hosts Stakeholder Consultation on breeders' rights in Indian floriculture

The Netherlands Embassy's agriculture network in India held a Stakeholder Consultation to verify the preliminary findings of their study on royalty…

It's April Fools' Day:! Here are some pranks from the sector

It's April 1st again, the day on which you have to pay close attention to every news item to see if it's a joke. The horticultural sector has also come…

US (IA): Plantpeddler retail complex groundbreaking ceremony held

On a crisp March morning in Cresco, Iowa, more than sixty people participated in the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Plantpeddler Retail…

UK: Biobest announces new GM of operations following retirement

Biobest announces that Simon Jones, General Manager of its UK operations, retired on March 27, 2025, after a distinguished career advancing sustainable…

Sinzii in full bloom at I Fiori di Bacco

At I Fiori di Bacco, creativity takes center stage. Stefano Carletti, former DJ turned restaurant owner and florist, brings his artistic vision to life…

Photo report: California Spring Trials 2025

The California Spring Trials (CAST) 2025 has come to an end. On Saturday, the final locations closed their doors, and it seems to have been a good…

Memorial Tribute established honoring Herman Meinders

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has announced a Memorial Tribute to honor the life and contributions of Herman Meinders, an entrepreneur, devoted…

Scientists discover the gene that gives petunias their scent

Petunias are popular flowering plants known for their vibrant, trumpet-shaped blooms. They come in a wide range of colors, from white and pink to deep…

"For a master grower, the bar is always set high"

Every few weeks, Noviflora puts one of its growers in the spotlight. This time, the company is shining the light on The Mastergrowers. For a master…

Looking at the effects of different mulch levels on flower growth

The present work entitled as effect of Watering Levels and Different Mulching on Vegetative and Flowering Characters of Marigold Plant under Lathhouse…

Marigold farming in India: A blooming alternative for farmers

In the small village of Dharmpur in Samastipur, Bihar, fields of golden marigolds (locally known as genda) and fragrant roses sway gently in the…

Euroflora 2025: "A showcase of innovation and technology"

Euroflora 2025 marks an event where traditional floral displays meet cutting-edge technological advancements, specifically tailored for the…

Petal to the metal: Inside the rise of India’s flower industry

That ad about ordering a single rose on Blinkit? It tells an intriguing story. It's a tale of a digital India, states awash in lucrative blossoms, growing new…

Photo report: Maersk cold store now operational at Maasvlakte II

Six weeks ago, Maersk's new cold store on Rotterdam's Maasvlakte II was officially opened. Meanwhile, the first Egyptian oranges are already being…

India: Local farmer in Katra turns flower farming into business venture, earns Rs 10 Lakh annually

Shokat Ali, a local farmer from Katra has transformed his flower farming venture into a profitable business, earning approximately Rs 10 lakh annually. By…