Dutch Tulips Group Opens New Wesselman Flowers Facility in De Kwakel

On February 7, 2025, Dutch Tulips Group officially opened the new Wesselman Flowers production facility in De Kwakel. The modern greenhouse spans 35,000 square meters and enhances the company’s sustainable tulip cultivation capacity. Key Features of The New Location Wesselman Flowers, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, aims for fossil-free production by 2030. […]

Dümmen Orange Transfers Heliconia Breeding Program to Lucanne B.V.

Dümmen Orange has officially transferred its Heliconia breeding programme to Lucanne B.V. The agreement, signed by Lucanne B.V. owner Perry Wismans, grants all rights, titles, and interests related to the breeding programme to Lucanne. Lucanne B.V.: Connecting Breeders, Growers, and Retailers Lucanne B.V., based in the Netherlands, specialises in bridging the gap between breeders, growers, […]

€5 Billion from the Climate Fund for Climate-Conscious Agriculture and Horticulture

The Dutch Senate has shown strong support for climate-conscious agriculture and horticulture. A majority of political parties, including CDA, BBB, GL-PvdA, D66, CU, and OPNL, have called for €5 billion from the Climate Fund to be allocated for sustainable measures in the sector. This ensures financial backing for farmers and horticulturalists to meet climate goals. […]

One Flora Group Launches PlantPartners

One Flora Group, a leading name in the floriculture sector, has unveiled its latest venture—PlantPartners. Officially operational as of 1st January, 2025, PlantPartners marks a strategic initiative designed to connect plant growers directly with the market. This move enhances the group’s mission of fostering efficiency, transparency, and sustainability across the floriculture supply chain. PlantPartners has […]

AI Agronomist Revolutionizes Flower Growers’ Crop Care

Flower growers are now armed with cutting-edge technology to make their jobs easier. GrowDirector, an innovative ag-tech company, has launched its flagship tool, AI Agronomist, and it’s already making waves in the horticultural world. This AI-powered assistant brings expert agronomy knowledge directly to growers, helping them address plant issues quickly and efficiently. It’s like having […]

CC TAG6 Revolutionises Flower Container System

Container Centralen is shaking things up with the CC TAG6. This game-changing technology, launching on 6th January 2025, promises a smarter and more secure way to manage flower containers. With new RFID features, it’s set to raise the bar for reliability and quality in the CC Pool system. Customers must act quickly, as this transition […]

National Tulip Day Kicks Off Tulip Season

National Tulip Day is back, bringing joy and colour to the grey winter days. Celebrated on the third Saturday in January, it marks the official start of tulip season. In Amsterdam’s Museumplein, a stunning tulip-picking garden pops up each year, inviting everyone to pick a free bunch. This cheerful event has become a beloved tradition, […]

Ruud Knorr Appointed Director of Greenport Aalsmeer

Greenport Aalsmeer, a leading regional organization in the Dutch horticultural sector, has announced Ruud Knorr as its new director starting January 1, 2024. Knorr (57) brings nearly 30 years of experience in logistics and management, particularly in the floriculture industry. His appointment is expected to bolster Greenport Aalsmeer’s role in fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic […]

Snakeware Partners with OZ-HAMI for Innovative B2B Webshop

Snakeware partners with OZ-HAMI, a leader in digital transformation, to launch an innovative B2B webshop. This collaboration aims to revolutionize how businesses interact and conduct transactions online. Set to go live in early 2025, the new platform promises to streamline the purchasing process for business customers across various industries. Snakeware’s innovative B2B Webshop This partnership […]

CAO Negotiations for the Wholesale Flowers and Plants Sector Stagnate

Challenges in Achieving Consensus in CAO Negotiations The ongoing CAO (Collective Labor Agreement) negotiations for the Wholesale in Flowers and Plants sector have hit significant roadblocks. Despite the active involvement of employers and unions like CNV Vakmensen, progress remains slow. Key sticking points include salary adjustments, work-life balance provisions, and sustainable employment measures. The current […]