AI-Driven Climate Control in Smart Greenhouses

AI is transforming the floriculture industry, enabling growers to enhance climate control and optimise resources efficiently. Through advanced automation, greenhouse management is now more precise, ensuring better yields and sustainability. Traditional climate control in greenhouses involves reactive adjustments based on existing conditions. However, AI introduces a proactive approach, anticipating changes and optimising the environment beforehand. […]

Smithers-Oasis UK Unveils ‘Farewell’ Sympathy Guide for Florists

Smithers-Oasis UK has launched a Farewell sympathy guide to help florists create meaningful funeral tributes. Designed as both an artistic and practical resource, it showcases floral arrangements that honour loved ones with beauty and care. With growing demand for personalised and eco-friendly designs, this guide gives florists the tools to meet clients’ needs while elevating […]

Young Horticulturist 2025: Eastern Final Winners Announced!

The Eastern Regional Final of the Young Horticulturist of the Year 2025 wrapped up with impressive performances from budding horticulturists. The competition, known for highlighting the brightest young talents in the industry, saw contestants from across the region battle it out for the top spot. After a fierce round of horticultural knowledge, practical tests, and […]

Full Moon Planting Boosts Historic Garden Yields

Gardeners at Avebury Manor in Wiltshire are seeing surprising results after planting according to the moon’s phases. The National Trust team tested the theory last year, sowing vegetable seeds during the full moon. To their amazement, crops germinated faster and produced bigger yields. Encouraged by the outcome, they plan to expand the practice this year. […]

HTA Backs Global Recycling Day

On Global Recycling Day, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) reaffirmed its commitment to improving recycling across the horticulture sector. The industry has made significant strides in sustainability, but there’s more to do. With the Simpler Recycling scheme launching on 31 March 2025, the HTA is pushing for a well-managed rollout that benefits businesses and households […]

Government Urged to Halt Plant Health Fee Hike

The UK’s horticulture industry is pushing back against the government’s proposed plant health fee increases. The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), alongside the British Potato Trade Association (BPTA) and the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), is calling for an immediate pause. With just days left before the consultation deadline on 21 March, industry leaders warn that these […]

Kempley Daffodil Festival Marks 50th Anniversary!

Spring has arrived, and with it comes a golden spectacle in Kempley. The Kempley Daffodil Festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary, drawing visitors from all over the UK. This cherished tradition, which started in 1974, has grown into a major event. But as it marks this milestone, it faces a challenge—finding a new leader to […]

Belgium Airport Liège Aspiring to Become the Main Flower Hub

Liège Airport in Belgium is positioning itself to become a major hub for flower imports in Europe. This shift is driven by Schiphol’s reduced capacity for handling flower cargo, as it focuses more on quality over quantity. The transformation of Liège into a prominent flower hub is not just a possibility but a growing reality. […]

Chrysal’s Sustainable Floriculture with Recyclable PP Sachets

Chrysal, a leading innovator in floriculture, has introduced recyclable PP sachets and bio-based flower food across the Americas. This initiative reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability in the flower industry while reducing environmental impact. A Commitment to Responsible Packaging Chrysal’s recyclable PP sachets, crafted from #5 polypropylene, provide a practical and eco-friendly alternative […]

Biofilm Biofertiliser to Revolutionize Farming

A new biofertiliser project in the UK is here, bringing sustainable farming to the forefront. Known as “Biofilm Biofertiliser,” the initiative promises a more eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative to traditional synthetic fertilisers. With the rising pressures on UK farmers and flower growers to adopt more sustainable practices, this project aims to revolutionize farming methods while boosting […]