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The floral industry is spread widely the world over. As flower products are being transported from one end of the globe, the end consumer can be on the opposite side.

Flowers are very fragile and perishable products yet with a demand that is mainly seasonal driven. Therefore quick and efficient transportation of flowers are of great importance.

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AMSTERDAM AIRPORT SCHIPHOL MID-YEAR FIGURES SHOW UPSURGE IN FULL FREIGHTER CARGO BUT BELLY NUMBERS STAY BEHIND

AMSTERDAM AIRPORT SCHIPHOL MID-YEAR FIGURES SHOW UPSURGE IN FULL FREIGHTER CARGO BUT BELLY NUMBERS STAY BEHIND

Cargo volume in the first half of 2020 decreased by 14.5 percent to 655,942 tonnes compared to the same period in 2019 due to the impact of COVID

Local service crucial to delivery horticulture solutions in China

Local service crucial to delivery horticulture solutions in China

CODEMA’s Business Unit Manager Just Roos shares about the central role of service, local expertise and other spearheads of their Chinese branch.

Royal FloraHolland strategy, what was it like again?

Royal FloraHolland strategy, what was it like again?

Would you like to know what Royal FloraHolland's strategy looks like? In a handy animated film they explain the strategy in 3 minutes. Watch here

New market for Hydrangea in Russia tapped

New market for Hydrangea in Russia tapped

At the beginning of the hydrangea season, Hydrangea World cleverly entered a new market for its beautiful hydrangeas with the support of Sobolj in Russia

Kenyan growers looking to broaden transportation horizons

Kenyan growers looking to broaden transportation horizons

As the airfreight situation is expected to hold on till the end of the year, other ways of transportation, like sea transport being considered

Rabobank's predictions and the COVID 19 effects on the floriculture industry

Rabobank's predictions and the COVID 19 effects on the floriculture industry

"It will take 4 to 5 years before the industry is back at the 2019-level," this and more insight from Rabobank's Lambert van Horen

5 ways businesses are saving money during the COVID-19 crisis

5 ways businesses are saving money during the COVID-19 crisis

We have put together a list of several creative solutions to inspire and motivate businesses to make the most of this unfortunate situation.

Veiling Rhein-Maas: Special auction on Good Friday, 10 April, 2020

Veiling Rhein-Maas: Special auction on Good Friday, 10 April, 2020

In calendar week 16, Veiling Rhein-Maas will auction on four weekdays as there will be no auction on Easter Monday as planned.

CIOPORA Requests UPOV Member States to Implement Support Measures for Breeders Amid COVID-19 Crisis

CIOPORA Requests UPOV Member States to Implement Support Measures for Breeders Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Member states and their competent Plant Variety Protection (PVP) authorities consider implementing measures to assist horticultural breeders

PMA stats reveal how Floral is struggling amid COVID-19

PMA stats reveal how Floral is struggling amid COVID-19

Whereas fresh produce has been seeing sales increases over the comparable weeks in 2019, floral is struggling amid COVID-19.

Germany: Opening of florist shops in North Rhine-Westphalia and Hessen permitted

Germany: Opening of florist shops in North Rhine-Westphalia and Hessen permitted

Since 23 March 2020, florist shops in North Rhine-Westphalia and Hessen (DE) are allowed to (re)open under certain conditions until 19 - 20 April 2020

Free online knowledge sessions about multi-use packaging and RTI’s

Free online knowledge sessions about multi-use packaging and RTI’s

Press release TellApe: free weekly webinars on multi use RTI's and packaging.

Floraholland introduces new supply regulation starting 24th March

Floraholland introduces new supply regulation starting 24th March

This regulation provides clarity about the maximum daily volume that may be supplied to the clock.

The advantages of unit-specific RTI registering

The advantages of unit-specific RTI registering

What are the benefits of registering single RTI units? Learn more in our new blog.

RTI’s not available, what do you encounter?

RTI’s not available, what do you encounter?

RTI’s are used throughout the entire business process. What do you encounter when you don't have RTI's available?

Packaging and RTI prices and types

Packaging and RTI prices and types

Do you know what kind of RTI's are circulating in the flower-world and, more importantly, what the costs are? Read our blog to find out.

RTI's in your logistics processes

RTI's in your logistics processes

The use of RTI’s are a critical factor in your logistic process. If you don’t know what RTI’s are available in company, you

Important factors for RTI management

Important factors for RTI management

For some businesses, keeping track of their RTI’s, or returnable transport items, is quite a challenge. RTI’s are packaging items or load carri

RTI's for flowers and plants

RTI's for flowers and plants

To transport flowers and plants you can choose different types of packaging. Single-use and multi-use packaging.

The high costs of losses and theft of returnable transport items (RTI)

The high costs of losses and theft of returnable transport items (RTI)

Research shows that companies suffer from substantial losses of Returnable Transport Items, driven by mismanagement, theft or other neglect. Read more

Parfum Flower Company compensates the CO2 of all roses from the Tambuzi farm that they import from Kenya to the Netherlands.

Parfum Flower Company compensates the CO2 of all roses from the Tambuzi farm that they import from Kenya to the Netherlands.

Tambuzi is the first rose grower globally that can offer CO2 neutral roses to all wholesalers and florists that are supplied via Parfum Flower Co

De Ruiter E.A Ltd ‘Exposed®’ Projects 2019

De Ruiter E.A Ltd ‘Exposed®’ Projects 2019

De Ruiter East Africa has worked closely with its European colleagues in 2019 on a promotion concept dubbed EXPOSED®. Read more about the concept

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 44

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 44

There has been some positive indications regarding the market prices of roses during the period leading to the first week of November.

Kenyan Flower farms push for special zones

Kenyan Flower farms push for special zones

The growers want to be granted Special Economic Zones (SEZ) status to cushion them against runaway costs that are fast eroding competitiveness

Floriforum 2019: Join the conversation on ‘Customer dynamics’!

Floriforum 2019: Join the conversation on ‘Customer dynamics’!

In a few days, Union Fleurs, the International Flower Trade Association, will welcome on executive managers and decision-makers from companies and organ...

Alice Veen new board Flower Council of Holland

Alice Veen new board Flower Council of Holland

From November 1st, 2019, Flower Council of Holland will welcome Alice Veen as a new board member. With over 20 years of experience at Royal Lemkes...

Introducing Rhodos® Premium 3.0

Introducing Rhodos® Premium 3.0

The new brand name “Premium Rhodos 3.0” will start sale daily on the clock, beginning Monday the 2nd of September.

FLORAHOLLAND: Turnover first six months slightly higher than last year, logistics services improved again

FLORAHOLLAND: Turnover first six months slightly higher than last year, logistics services improved again

In the first half of 2018, Royal FloraHolland's turnover was more than 2.6 billion euros, 1.7 percent more than in the first six months of 2018. The ave...

Let’s improve together By joining forces, we keep the horticulture sector in the lead

Let’s improve together By joining forces, we keep the horticulture sector in the lead

S-Gravenzande - Inspiring and motivating 500 growers, that was the aim of Royal Brinkman in advance during the innovation seminar Let's improve together...

Kenyan government apologizes to the flower industry for delayed fertilizer clearance process

Kenyan government apologizes to the flower industry for delayed fertilizer clearance process

The Kenya flower industry heads have lauded the government’s move to expedite clearance of fertilizer at the port of Mombasa

Flower and Perishable Logistics Africa 2019 is back to Nairobi in October

Flower and Perishable Logistics Africa 2019 is back to Nairobi in October

Kenyan capital city Nairobi will once again host the popular Flower and Perishable Logistics Africa conferences this year on October 23 and 24.

Royal FloraHolland traded more than 12 billion products in 2018

Royal FloraHolland traded more than 12 billion products in 2018

In 2018, 12.1 billion flowers and plants were traded at the Royal FloraHolland marketplace. Product sales amounted to € 4.65 billion, a slight decreas...

Green light for changes to the organizational structure of Royal FloraHolland

Green light for changes to the organizational structure of Royal FloraHolland

Royal FloraHolland is amending the organizational structure in order to better respond to changes in the sector like digitization and globalization.

Dutch Customs launches "Are You United Kingdom and Gibraltar European Union membership referendum Proof' action at Dutch ferry ports

Dutch Customs launches "Are You United Kingdom and Gibraltar European Union membership referendum Proof' action at Dutch ferry ports

Small businesses get information about Customs Preparations For entrepreneurs who bring or send ferry goods in the coming weeks to the UK, chances ar...

Royal Brinkman Australia celebrates opening

Royal Brinkman Australia celebrates opening

Royal Brinkman Australia opened its doors to customers and friends for the first time. After moving into a larger facility in Braeside, Victoria and app...

Signing agreements for an accessible Aalsmeer

Signing agreements for an accessible Aalsmeer

On Friday 8 March, the directors of the municipality of Aalsmeer, the province of North Holland, Royal FloraHolland and the Amsterdam Transport Region s...

Gorgeous Kenyan Red Roses via Optimal Connection this Valentine's Season

Gorgeous Kenyan Red Roses via Optimal Connection this Valentine's Season

This Valentine's Day, stems upon stems of the best red roses from Kenya are set to reach vast markets via Flower Optimal Connection.

F Optimal says Red Naomi from Holland is in low supply

F Optimal says Red Naomi from Holland is in low supply

There is a low supply of top red rose variety, Red Naomi from Holland. This is according to the Head of roses at F. Optimal Connection, Mr Ishai Sharon.&nb

Panalpina expands facilities at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Panalpina expands facilities at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Panalpina continues to expand and invest in Kenya, doubling its cold storage space at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to enable more an

Kenyan flower growers facing acute fertilizer shortage

Kenyan flower growers facing acute fertilizer shortage

Flower growers in Kenya are facing tough times ahead following and acute shortage of fertilizer which has had dire effects on their operations.

"95% of rose growers currently supply good product photos!" Royal Floraholland

"95% of rose growers currently supply good product photos!" Royal Floraholland

The Rose product group distinguishes itself when it comes to taking product photos that meet the requirements.

Kenya enjoying rise in Cut flower exports

Kenya enjoying rise in Cut flower exports

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics recently released its Statistical Abstract 2018. The tables, compiled partly from statistics collected directly ...

Flower Logistics Africa 2018 focusses on benchmarking cold chain logistics and technology

Flower Logistics Africa 2018 focusses on benchmarking cold chain logistics and technology

The third edition of Flower Logistics Africa had a full house representing a cross-section of the entire value chain of flower trade.

How are we going to handle excesses? - Royal Floraholland

How are we going to handle excesses? - Royal Floraholland

This spring, national and international members of Royal FloraHolland gave their opinion on how to strengthen the auction clock in the future

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 42

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 42

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ClockOnline will start the clock on October 25, 2018

ClockOnline will start the clock on October 25, 2018

The independent digital platform provides a real efficiency boost within the ornamental plant sector.

F Optimal Connection shared logistics expertise at the Naivasha Hortifair

F Optimal Connection shared logistics expertise at the Naivasha Hortifair

Flower Optimal Connections, a globally revered name in unpacking, logistics and marketing of roses and summer flowers was present once again at the show

Kenya's floriculture is key for economic growth

Kenya's floriculture is key for economic growth

A new book, Africa’s Competitiveness in the Global Economy Report 2018, puts Kenya’s flower industry among the leading players in the world’s fas...

THE AIR MILES DEBATE: ARE KENYAN FLOWERS ACTUALLY MORE SUSTAINABLE?

THE AIR MILES DEBATE: ARE KENYAN FLOWERS ACTUALLY MORE SUSTAINABLE?

Kenyan roses are the greener option.Food, flowers & other Agri products that are grown near to the equator tend to have a lower carbon footprint.

'Week 24-26 Market analysis indicates higher prices for cutroses' - F Optimal Connection

'Week 24-26 Market analysis indicates higher prices for cutroses' - F Optimal Connection

According to F Optimal Connection analysis, Cutrose Prices increased in the month of June 2018 compared to the same period in the past three years.

Kenya earned 480 million euro in horticulture exports for first quarter 2018

Kenya earned 480 million euro in horticulture exports for first quarter 2018

According to latest statistical releases by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, Kenya earned kshs 56.83 billion (480 million euro) from horticulture

200 visitors at Fresco Flowers´ Meet & Greet

200 visitors at Fresco Flowers´ Meet & Greet

On 20th and 21st June, Fresco Flowers organized a meet & greet on their location in Aalsmeer, The Netherlands. Around 200 visitors, consisting of breede...

Aalsmeer is switching to the new packaging system: what does this mean for you?

Aalsmeer is switching to the new packaging system: what does this mean for you?

On Monday, 25 June 2018 Aalsmeer is switching to the new packaging system. At all Royal FloraHolland locations you will start using the packaging card t...

F. Optimal Connections at IFTEX 2018

F. Optimal Connections at IFTEX 2018

They succeeded to meet all of their clients in one place and also a lot of partners from the industry such as breeders and logistics. It was fruitful.

Floramedia launches green trends journal for 2019

Floramedia launches green trends journal for 2019

Floramedia launched the first Green Trend Journal. The 'Green Trend Journal 2019' is a follow-up to the Green Trend Report 2017/2018.

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 15

F. Optimal Connection Market Review Week 15

F. Optimal kick started the Spring season with a market review from their Head of Summer Flowers, Dudi Bonomo.

Market Review Week 6 - A Report by F. Optimal Connection

Market Review Week 6 - A Report by F. Optimal Connection

"Generally we can summarize the period as successful with sales, direct and clock, even though we ran into a number of problems" Ishai Sharon

Flowers from Ecuador cost more to import in 2018 due to the GSP expiration

Flowers from Ecuador cost more to import in 2018 due to the GSP expiration

For those who are not aware GSP or General System of Preferences is how exporting countries like Ecuador, in this case, are able to ship certain flowers...

Market information: cut flower turnover rising

Market information: cut flower turnover rising

In the past period from November to December 1, turnover increased by around 5%. This was primarily due to a lower supply of sweetheart roses from Africa

BEST ECONOMIC PREREQUISITES FOR IPM ESSEN 2018

BEST ECONOMIC PREREQUISITES FOR IPM ESSEN 2018

The forecasts for the coming business year could not be better. The general economic signs are indicating growth.

Impression second edition Flower Logistics Africa (FLA) and Perishable Logistics Africa (PLA)

Impression second edition Flower Logistics Africa (FLA) and Perishable Logistics Africa (PLA)

The second edition of the Flower Logistics Africa (FLA) and Perishable Logistics Africa (PLA) was held on the 22nd and 23rd November

Lower prices for cut flowers than in 2016

Lower prices for cut flowers than in 2016

The turnover from the beginning of October to mid-November declined somewhat (6.2 percent) due to the poorer price-setting for cut flowers. The prices o...

Kuehne + Nagel buys Kenyan flowers and vegetables exporter

Kuehne + Nagel buys Kenyan flowers and vegetables exporter

Kuehne + Nagel has acquired Trillvane Ltd enabling the logistics firm to strengthen its position in perishables operations between Kenya and Europe.

Royal Floraolland starts experiment ‘Today for Tomorrow’ for the future Auction

Royal Floraolland starts experiment ‘Today for Tomorrow’ for the future Auction

Royal FloraHolland is experimenting with a system for ‘Today for Tomorrow’ from the 8th of June. Using this new sales channel customers can buy toda...

''All hands on deck for Mother's Day''

''All hands on deck for Mother's Day''

Royal FloraHolland will be adjusting its logistics processes on May 5 to 12 to ensure that enough trolleys will be available. "In this period we shall a...

Direct Kenya to US flights will cut flower transport cost by half

Direct Kenya to US flights will cut flower transport cost by half

The current scenario which costs traders $4 per kg to ship flowers to the US via Schiphol or South Africa is set to significantly change.

Royal FloraHolland trades 12.5 billion flowers and plants in 2016

Royal FloraHolland trades 12.5 billion flowers and plants in 2016

It has been a flourishing year for the floriculture industry. Royal FloraHolland traded a total of 12.5 billion products in 2016, an increase of 0.3%.

The success story of Bellisima Roses

The success story of Bellisima Roses

A closer look at AAA growers' latest venture, Chui Farm with their premium Bellisima Roses brand and partnership with Flower Optimal Connection.

A seamless Kenya – Netherlands flower chain

A seamless Kenya – Netherlands flower chain

KLM, Royal FloraHolland, and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol are reinforcing the air bridge between Kenya and the Netherlands.

Distribution Agreement Lemnis Oreon B.V. and HybridTech LLC

Distribution Agreement Lemnis Oreon B.V. and HybridTech LLC

Lemnis Oreon, Dutch manufacturer of high quality LED grow lights for greenhouses, and HybridTech LLC, a renowned engineering company from Oregon (USA)

Mandersloot strengthens position in Poland by building new branch in Zabrze

Mandersloot strengthens position in Poland by building new branch in Zabrze

Mandersloot transport company is building a second plant in Poland. The success of the plant in Komorniki (western Poland), the company is now ready for...

Ecuador joins the EU's trade agreement with Colombia and Peru

Ecuador joins the EU's trade agreement with Colombia and Peru

11 November 2016, the EU, its member states, Ecuador, Colombia and Peru signed the protocol of accession of Ecuador to the EU's free trade agreement

"Logistics must ensure a smooth ride for Africa’s flower industry"

"Logistics must ensure a smooth ride for Africa’s flower industry"

It is estimated that for the African flower exporters, particularly in Kenya, the cost of logistics is anywhere between 40 to 60 percent of the total cost

Kenyan exporters still safe despite EAC-EPAs glitch

Kenyan exporters still safe despite EAC-EPAs glitch

Kenya will continue enjoying duty-free and quota-free access for its goods to the EU even if neighbouring countries fail to approve EPA deals.

Flower Optimal Connection Market View Week 40-41

Flower Optimal Connection Market View Week 40-41

This is a recent review of the Market by Flower Optimal Connection; covering Week 40-41 and touching on the East African and Dutch floricultural sectors.

The inside look at Brexit: what you really need to know…

The inside look at Brexit: what you really need to know…

Florint and Green Team Consultancy+ organized an open debate about the Brexit situation, and in particular its implications for the horticulture sector.

Brexit Debate: the implications for the flower and plant industry in the UK and EU…

Brexit Debate: the implications for the flower and plant industry in the UK and EU…

The debate will be organised in order for the sector to gain a deeper insight into the Brexit situation and the challenges that it poses.

Hortiflorexpo IPM Beijing 2016 Ends with Records

Hortiflorexpo IPM Beijing 2016 Ends with Records

Most Important Horticultural Fair for China Registers Substantial Exhibitor and Visitor Pluses This year's Hortiflorexpo IPM Beijing has excelled itself...

“BREXIT will affect Kenya’s flower export trade” KFC

“BREXIT will affect Kenya’s flower export trade” KFC

CEO of Kenya Flower Council (KFC), Ms Jane Ngige says Kenya's floriculture industry is bound to face harsher times after UK's exit from the EU

Address bottlenecks stifling the Kenyan flower industry

Address bottlenecks stifling the Kenyan flower industry

Article by Bimal, MD Elgon Kenya Ltd run in Kenya's Daily Nation highlighting the anxiety among industry players with regards to EU EPA deal signing

Kenya will lose 3.8 Million Euros per month if EPA deal is not signed

Kenya will lose 3.8 Million Euros per month if EPA deal is not signed

Kenyan Floriculture & Horticulture sector will face a huge blow if the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and the EAC is not signed in time

European Commission wants to limit patentability plants

European Commission wants to limit patentability plants

The European Commission has committed itself to solve the problems of the patent and plant variety

Royal FloraHolland turns over €4.6 billion in flowers and plants in 2015

Royal FloraHolland turns over €4.6 billion in flowers and plants in 2015

Royal FloraHolland turned over more than €4.6 billion in flower and plant sales in 2015. Turnover has risen by 1.4 percent compared to 2014.

Dutch greenhouse technology for Iran

Dutch greenhouse technology for Iran

This modern glass greenhouse with a surface of 20 hectares will be realized by VB Greenhouse Projects.

Export drop in Germany especially evident for plants

Export drop in Germany especially evident for plants

The column, Big data, in GROW reported that the export of horticultural products to Germany has decreased compared with 2014.

Jack Goossens intended Chair of the Royal FloraHolland Supervisory Board

Jack Goossens intended Chair of the Royal FloraHolland Supervisory Board

The Royal FloraHolland Supervisory Board has nominated Jack Goossens as its new Chair. Members will vote on his nomination during the GMM.

Rift Valley Roses on Working with Fresco Flowers

Rift Valley Roses on Working with Fresco Flowers

At the Royal Floraholland auction in Aalsmeer, RVR flowers are handled by FRESCO, one of the most respected flower packing companies globally

Survey shows dismal Valentine’s perfomance in the US

Survey shows dismal Valentine’s perfomance in the US

WF&FSA members cited a Sunday holiday, Extremely cold temperatures in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast and Flower production exceeding demand.

Flower Expo Ukraine - Why Ukraine?

Flower Expo Ukraine - Why Ukraine?

Ukraine's agricultural and horticultural sector could be very attractive to investors from the Netherlands. It is time to take advantage of the growth

“International participation increasing at Flower Expo Ukraine 2016”

“International participation increasing at Flower Expo Ukraine 2016”

Flower Expo Ukraine 2016, which will celebrate its 10-year anniversary in 2016, will host an even more international group of companies than in 2015.

Successful Valentines Day for Colombian Flowers

Successful Valentines Day for Colombian Flowers

Valentines Day 2016 was another record year for the Colombian flower Industry with over 500 million flowers exported to North America.

PLANTION IS EXPANDING ITS BOARD WITH A SALES DIRECTOR

PLANTION IS EXPANDING ITS BOARD WITH A SALES DIRECTOR

As the Sales Director, Guus van Logtestijn, will be responsible for commercial contracts with clients and suppliers. Along with MD Peter Bakker.

Ecuador floriculture in uncertainty due to continuing crisis

Ecuador floriculture in uncertainty due to continuing crisis

The Good years for Ecuadorian flowers have been left behind. In 2015, the sector experienced a number of difficulties that complicated activity.

IPM DUBAI 2016 Registration is Open Now!

IPM DUBAI 2016 Registration is Open Now!

The growth of internationality and the enormous increase in exhibition space characterized the IPM DUBAI in 2015: 102 exhibitors from 27 countries.

FSI members focusing on volumes from responsible sources and improved practices

FSI members focusing on volumes from responsible sources and improved practices

Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI) members are moving forward with their commitment for a sustainable floriculture sector.

CALIFORNIANS WANT MORE AMERICANS, ENJOYING MORE FLOWERS, MORE OFTEN

CALIFORNIANS WANT MORE AMERICANS, ENJOYING MORE FLOWERS, MORE OFTEN

California Association of Flower Growers & Shippers (CalFlowers) is thrilled that World Floral Exposition is returning to California in 2016.

Royal FloraHolland redesigns online channels

Royal FloraHolland redesigns online channels

From Wednesday 20 January, Royal FloraHolland’s online channels will display the new visual identity.

Flower Trends for 2016

Flower Trends for 2016

The uBloom Trend Synthesis is published annually by J Schwanke Productions, featuring Four NEW Trends in Flowers and Foliage for the coming year.

Lucas Vos: ‘In 2016 we shall speed up Royal FloraHolland 2020'

Lucas Vos: ‘In 2016 we shall speed up Royal FloraHolland 2020'

In this vlog Lucas describes the state of affairs of the current 2020 programmes and mentions the new programmes.

Jan Spek Rozen expands partnership with Olij Breeding

Jan Spek Rozen expands partnership with Olij Breeding

Beginning January 1 this year, Jan Spek Rozen expanded its partnership with Olij Breeding to also cover Colombia.

TEACHING EXHIBITION: "HEALTHY ORNAMENTAL PLANTS" IN GREEN CITY

TEACHING EXHIBITION: "HEALTHY ORNAMENTAL PLANTS" IN GREEN CITY

The theme for the teaching exhibition will be “Healthy Ornamental Plants: A Challenge for Production and Trade?” at IPM Essen 2016.

Unveiling Royal FloraHolland's new identity

Unveiling Royal FloraHolland's new identity

FloraHolland is getting a new identity and image. Lucas Vos's message during the General Members' Meeting was clear, and more than that, inspiring.

Remarkable Growth of the Ethiopian Floriculture Industry

Remarkable Growth of the Ethiopian Floriculture Industry

According to industry experts, the Ethiopian flower industry is flourishing, with the help of government incentives and low labor costs

Suppliers of Summer Annuals choose promotion via radio and TV

Suppliers of Summer Annuals choose promotion via radio and TV

More than 75% of suppliers of Summer Annuals (garden plants) voted in favor of the 2016 promotion plan. During the product meeting on 10 December

Danziger & Kolster sign European distribution agreement

Danziger & Kolster sign European distribution agreement

Kolster will be the official and exclusive distributer of Danziger's products in Europe, excluding Italy, Spain and Portugal.

Kordes Roses at IFTF and introducing the rose Pink Athena

Kordes Roses at IFTF and introducing the rose Pink Athena

Kordes' comprehensive breeding program currently producing rose varieties that will ensure exclusivity to rose growers hence a viable competitive edge

Veiling Rhein-Maas celebrating Five years

Veiling Rhein-Maas celebrating Five years

On November 29, 2010, exactly five years ago, the eight auction clocks at Veiling Rhein-Maas turned for the first time.

Auckland to host international flower show

Auckland to host international flower show

Bastion Point will host Auckland's first international flower show next year, since the Ellerslie show was lost to Christchurch in 2008.

Flower Production in Kenya affected by El nino rains

Flower Production in Kenya affected by El nino rains

The Kenya Flower Council has reported that flower production in the country has suffered a huge blow following the advent of El nino rains.

Dutch flowers and plants Exports record 3% Growth

Dutch flowers and plants Exports record 3% Growth

The 3% increase reaching € 4.7 billion is mainly attributed to a growing number of countries buying the Dutch products.

Colombia seeking to be World’s number one flower exporter

Colombia seeking to be World’s number one flower exporter

As of August 2015, Colombia (2nd largest flower exporter) has recorded an impressive $ 930 million from flower exports and $ 6 million in foliage exports.

IFTF Expo 2015 Best Edition Ever!

IFTF Expo 2015 Best Edition Ever!

The 6th edition grew to a peak towards the last day of the show. Both exhibitors as well as visitors were extremely satisfied with the demand and supply.

Tons of opportunities for growers and customers in China’

Tons of opportunities for growers and customers in China’

"The Chinese market with 1.3 billion consumers offers many possibilities. During the trade mission, Dutch flowers were on display everywhere."

Asocolflores presented its second Sustainability Report

Asocolflores presented its second Sustainability Report

The Corporate Transparency Program conclusions, and the 2nd issue of the Asocolflores 2014 Sustainability Report were presented

Finalists announced for AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2016

Finalists announced for AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2016

Ornamental growers from China, Germany, Netherlands, Turkey, UK and USA are finalists in the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH).

SFM Logistics launches new corporate identity

SFM Logistics launches new corporate identity

The Bleiswijkse based transport company SFM Logistics on Saturday, October 31st this year unveiled their new corporate identity at a special ceremony

IFTF Expo 6th Edition Count Down

IFTF Expo 6th Edition Count Down

Five days before IFTF 2015 will open its doors, the International Floriculture Trade Fair is being built up almost around the clock.

First Ever Proflora America’s Cup

First Ever Proflora America’s Cup

The 1st ever Proflora America’s Cup is set to be held 28th – 30th October in Corferias Bogota during this year’s Proflora Flower Trade Show

The Future of Floristry, for the Future of the Florist

The Future of Floristry, for the Future of the Florist

IFTF 2015 in Vijfhuizen will present future-minded florists with the Flower Shop of the Future, during the florist event IFTF World of Flowers.

Trade expresses positive intention for the promotion of flowers and plants

Trade expresses positive intention for the promotion of flowers and plants

Trade parties expressed their positive intention to help pay for the promotion of flowers and plants & also agreed on having joint authority on spending

"We are seeing quality roses from East Africa" - Fresco Flowers

"We are seeing quality roses from East Africa" - Fresco Flowers

Kenyan rose growers & breeders have earned a pat on the back from one of the utmost authorities in floriculture trade. Gerjan Telleman, of Fresco Flowe

Schreurs rose Dancing Clouds! introduced at Naaldwijk Auction by Sierra Flora

Schreurs rose Dancing Clouds! introduced at Naaldwijk Auction by Sierra Flora

Sierra Flora, incepted 4 years ago needed a new exclusive variety for good first impact in the market. So they chose Schreurs rose variety Dancing Clouds!

Supporting Small Producers in 2015 EXPONOVIAS

Supporting Small Producers in 2015 EXPONOVIAS

Agriculture ministry and ASOCOLFLORES supported the participation of four small growers of tropical flowers and foliage from Llanos Orientales

VBN/FloraHolland: restricting patents in horticultural sector only possible in Brussels

VBN/FloraHolland: restricting patents in horticultural sector only possible in Brussels

VBN is delighted that Blooming Breeders is also joining the lobby that the horticultural lobby organisation together with Plantum has been supporting

Colombian Flowers at Milan Expo 2015

Colombian Flowers at Milan Expo 2015

Organisations coordinated the agenda of five Colombian exporters, who attended more than 50 meetings with 10 flowers buyers from Spain, France and Italy.

IFTF wants more florists at the trade fair

IFTF wants more florists at the trade fair

Mainlly has breeders, growers, wholesalers & retailers. A special florist event, IFTF World of Flowers, has now been developed to attract florists as well

El Nino likely to have adverse effect on Kenyan floriculture

El Nino likely to have adverse effect on Kenyan floriculture

KFC head Ms Jane Ngige is quoted in this report by Bloomberg Business saying El Nino is likely to affect flower production in the Kenya.

Colombian Flowers in Moscow

Colombian Flowers in Moscow

Colombian beautiful flowers were displayed during the Flowers Expo held 8th to September 10, 2015 in Moscow

All about the Naivasha Horti Fair & Kenya's Floriculture Industry

All about the Naivasha Horti Fair & Kenya's Floriculture Industry

A one on one exclusive interview with Richard McGonnell, Chairman of NH fair. Read his honest, hard truth on Kenya's Floriculture Industry.

Ethiopia Global GAP certification to ensure international market access

Ethiopia Global GAP certification to ensure international market access

This was the first GLOBALG.A.P. TOUR stop ever in Ethiopia, and the message was clear: GLOBALG.A.P. Certification facilitates international market access.

Colombian flowers for the English market

Colombian flowers for the English market

Comparison of Colombian flower exports to the UK market between Jan & June 2014 and 2015, showed increase of 4.9% up from USD29.5 m to USD30.9 m.

Controlling thrips a priority for cultivation and trade to Russia

Controlling thrips a priority for cultivation and trade to Russia

The horticulture sector wishes to work out an action plan with the government and Wageningen UR to enable the thrips-free export of flowers.

Bloomon gets 3.5 million from international investors

Bloomon gets 3.5 million from international investors

Within eight months after the successful launch in the Netherlands and Germany Bloomon the Series A round ended with 3.5 million in growth financing.

Concern as Russia gradually tightens ban on Dutch Flowers

Concern as Russia gradually tightens ban on Dutch Flowers

Floraholland CEO Lucas Vos has expressed his organization’s concern over the ban on Dutch floricultural products by Russia.

Russia might ban flower exports from Netherlands

Russia might ban flower exports from Netherlands

Following a report on Interfax News Agency, russian agency Rosselkhoznadzor, is considering banning flower imports from Netherlands

Naivasha based flower growers sign cess agreement with County Government

Naivasha based flower growers sign cess agreement with County Government

After a two year wait, Nakuru County government in Kenya has finally entered a cess paying agreement with flower farmers based within the county

Flower trade in the US hits an all time low

Flower trade in the US hits an all time low

Floral trade in the United States is facing critical times with a significant drop in flower imports as well as closure of quite a number of flower shop...

Larger supply in June led to greater revenue

Larger supply in June led to greater revenue

The month of June 2015 had no special international holidays and two more auction days than in 2014. The cut flower supply rose by 6.5%.

World Flower Exchange explores the American and Chinese markets

World Flower Exchange explores the American and Chinese markets

Watch this video where the CEO of FloraHolland Lucas Vos explains why these markets are ripe with opportunities, and inline with Floraholland 2020.

Sher Ethiopia expansion plans to Increase Flower Production

Sher Ethiopia expansion plans to Increase Flower Production

This project is expected to increase the flower production and export level in Adami Tulu alone from 400,000 stems per day to 1.5 million stems per day.

Advisory Board Sets Points for the 34th Edition of IPM Essen

Advisory Board Sets Points for the 34th Edition of IPM Essen

After an IPM ESSEN 2015 of seemingly record proportions with an international visitor plus and 1,604 exhibitors from 49 nations.

Dutch horticultural sector expects major setback with higher VAT rate

Dutch horticultural sector expects major setback with higher VAT rate

According to Floraholland CEO Lucas Vos, the Netherlands must not make the same mistake as France did in 1991 and Spain in 2012.

Flower Optimal Connection, connecting a strong chain

Flower Optimal Connection, connecting a strong chain

“We work for growers outside the Netherlands and their clients. We prepare their flowers for clock auctioning or for direct sales and we give them st

Kenya’s cut flower exports to Netherlands up

Kenya’s cut flower exports to Netherlands up

A surge in Kenya’s cut flower exports to Netherlands has cemented the country’s position as the second top destination of Kenyan goods.

IFTEX 2015, Glossy, Green and Rosy Scented

IFTEX 2015, Glossy, Green and Rosy Scented

Over 5,000 visitors are expected to visit the stands this year. Key among them are buyers from EU, Russia, USA, Middle and Far East, and China.

EAC/EU EPA Negotiations Gain Momentum

EAC/EU EPA Negotiations Gain Momentum

The Kenya Flower Council participated in the East Africa Community-European Union (EAC-EU) negotiations on the Economic Partnership Agreement.

Report shows Flower sector performance thrived in 2014

Report shows Flower sector performance thrived in 2014

Kenya’s horticultural sector earned Kshs 100.8 billion in 2014 which repreents a 6% growth in comparison with Kshs 94.7 billion earned in 2013.&

Kenya Flower Council meets Revenue Body

Kenya Flower Council meets Revenue Body

KFC held a lobby meeting with senior Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) managers to address some of the issues affecting Kenya's Floriculture Industry

FloraHolland & Rabobank present 1st new World Floriculture Map

FloraHolland & Rabobank present 1st new World Floriculture Map

The Map shows how the major trade routes of cut flowers, cut foliage and plants flow gloablly & displays developments in supply and demand aspects.

KFC challenges the Kenya Government to improve the ease of doing business

KFC challenges the Kenya Government to improve the ease of doing business

He acknowledged the progress made by the government on removing some of the constraints that have held back the growth of the horticulture industry.

FloraHolland turnover grows by 1.2%

FloraHolland turnover grows by 1.2%

Koninklijke Coöperatieve Bloemenveiling FloraHolland (the Royal Cooperative Flower Auction FloraHolland) closed 2014 with a €4.4 billion turnover

Kenya's vibrant flower industry hopeful as 2015 kicks off

Kenya's vibrant flower industry hopeful as 2015 kicks off

EU Commission Regulation 1387-2014 reinstating Kenya on duty-free access to the EU market as of Dec 25 2014 was published Dec 24 in the official EU journal

Revised supply regulations for loading trolleys with FC 519

Revised supply regulations for loading trolleys with FC 519

A overloaded trolley with excessively high stacks of FC 519 can lead to damaged product, occupational safety complaints and disruptions to the processing

Colombia is ready for Valentine’s Day

Colombia is ready for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day brings 10,000 extra jobs on board to the almost 130,000 generated by the nation’s floriculture industry in 60 Colombian townships.

Compliance is Integral in the Kenya Flower Industry

Compliance is Integral in the Kenya Flower Industry

Kenya’s flower industry is the oldest and largest in Africa and the lead exporter of rose cut flowers to the EU with a market share of about 38%.

Great News for Kenya Floriculture

Great News for Kenya Floriculture

EU set to fast-track Kenya’s reinstatement on duty-free status for its exports to the EU market.. just in time for Valentines Day 2015 peak season.

Colombia-Korea Free Trade Agreement

Colombia-Korea Free Trade Agreement

The Colombia-Korea Free Trade Agreement was passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives of Colombia this in December 2014.

Floraholland Rules for returning CC containers

Floraholland Rules for returning CC containers

Functional CC containers and shelves (in good condition) can be collected and returned at any FloraHolland location and VRM.

Kenya's Nakuru County passes finance Act setting cess on flowers

Kenya's Nakuru County passes finance Act setting cess on flowers

Nakuru County in Kenya, where the globally known Naivasha flower growing zone lies, has passed its finance Act setting cess on flowers at 0.2 shillings.

Kenya Flower Industry focuses on sustainability and market access

Kenya Flower Industry focuses on sustainability and market access

KFC held two meetings in the UK and in the Netherlands on 1st and 6th November 2014 respectively to help boost sustained access to international markets.

Kenya could regain duty free and quota free treatment by end of January 2015

Kenya could regain duty free and quota free treatment by end of January 2015

"Kenya could regain duty free and quota free treatment by end of January 2015" says former EU Trade Commissioner Karel de Gucht.

Press Statement by Kenya Flower Council On (EAC - EU EPA) Negotiations

Press Statement by Kenya Flower Council On (EAC - EU EPA) Negotiations

Relief following a successful completion of the East African Community and European Union Economic Partnership Agreement (EAC - EU EPA) Negotiations

Kenya Loses duty free access to EU market – FAQs by Fleurs Union

Kenya Loses duty free access to EU market – FAQs by Fleurs Union

The FAQs to help Union Fleur members in their preparation for the likely imposition of duties on Kenyan cut flowers from 1st October.

EAC EU update and FAQs: EU GSP duties on imports of Kenyan cut flowers to be expected from October 1, 2014

EAC EU update and FAQs: EU GSP duties on imports of Kenyan cut flowers to be expected from October 1, 2014

It is now very likely that Kenyan flowers will lose their duty-free access to the EU market on 1 October 2014 and instead be charged with EU GSP duties.

Pilot of buyer’s card number deleted from the clock will be followed up

Pilot of buyer’s card number deleted from the clock will be followed up

Evaluation of the effect of deleting the buyer’s card number from the clock on the size of the transaction, the price-setting and the auction process.

Kenya hopeful of signing EPA Agreement by July this year

Kenya hopeful of signing EPA Agreement by July this year

The CEO of Kenya Flower Council KFC), Mrs Jane Ngige has confirmed that Kenya has covered significant ground in the on-going negotiations.

Floraholland Annual report 2013 available online

Floraholland Annual report 2013 available online

The Annual report is available in an abridged and a full version online. The abridged version is a site listing the most important data for 2013

New proposal for loss coverage for FloraHolland 2013

New proposal for loss coverage for FloraHolland 2013

In the FloraHolland general members’ meeting on July 10, FloraHolland will present a new resolution to cover the loss incurred in 2013.

Regional meetings in the run up to the ALV on July 10

Regional meetings in the run up to the ALV on July 10

In the run up to the new General Members’ Meeting (ALV) on July 10, FloraHolland is organising closed regional meetings in the Netherlands and abroad

FloraHolland schedules new General Members’ Meeting

FloraHolland schedules new General Members’ Meeting

FloraHolland is scheduling a new closed General Members' Meeting on Thursday, July 10, at 19:30 in Aalsmeer.

1 Millionth digital transaction of cut flowers via FloraHolland e-Trade

1 Millionth digital transaction of cut flowers via FloraHolland e-Trade

On 21 May 2014 the millionth transaction was concluded via FloraHolland e-Trade. An excellent reason to honour the grower involved in the transaction.

Purchasing of cut flowers concentrated in auction room C in Naaldwijk

Purchasing of cut flowers concentrated in auction room C in Naaldwijk

The purchasing of cut flowers in Naaldwijk will be concentrated in auction room C from June 2. Auction room B will then be closed.

Holiday calendar and mild weather put March turnover under pressure

Holiday calendar and mild weather put March turnover under pressure

In March this year, the flowers and plants turnover was just under 6% down on last year.

The floricultural train is ready for boarding

The floricultural train is ready for boarding

Transporting plants and flowers by rail has a bright future, as long as the parties involved show the will and start to collaborate more.

Roses transported by ship display good keeping quality

Roses transported by ship display good keeping quality

Roses that spend weeks being shipped by sea transport can retain their quality just as well or even better than roses shipped as air freight.

FloraHolland rules for CC containers in the peak period

FloraHolland rules for CC containers in the peak period

After a shortage of CC containers in the market in 2013, FloraHolland produced a set of rules regarding issuing and transfers, to take effect in 2014

Start Peak period 2014

Start Peak period 2014

Each year FloraHolland defines a peak period around the busiest supply period of the year. This year that period starts in the night of March 16 to 17

New growers' fees, how do we deal with them?

New growers' fees, how do we deal with them?

New growers' fees, how do we deal with them? An article from FloraHolland Magazine. Four growers share their opinion on how they deal with it.

Cool chain protocol can extend roses’ vase life by up to 2 days

Cool chain protocol can extend roses’ vase life by up to 2 days

A study commissioned by the Dutch Horticultural Board Board (Productschap Tuinbouw) and conducted by Dutch training and consultancy centre, Flowerwatch,...

Floraholland warns of Serious traffic interuptions during the NSS slated for 24 and 25 March

Floraholland warns of Serious traffic interuptions during the NSS slated for 24 and 25 March

FloraHolland is consulting with its customers to find ways of limiting the annoyance, and to take account of the traffic disruption well in advance

Flower industry business inter-agency meeting

Flower industry business inter-agency meeting

Part of the agenda was to harmonize and rationalize the licenses, permits and levies, address the proposed new taxes by the devolved government.

New re-inspection regulation: price discount after approval by grower

New re-inspection regulation: price discount after approval by grower

FloraHolland is modifying its re-inspection regulation. from now on, growers will offer a price discount following quality-related complaints.

The new FlowerWatch vase life room offers you plenty chances.

The new FlowerWatch vase life room offers you plenty chances.

After several month of preparation and reconstructing FlowerWatch has opened their new vase life room. This vase life room is one of the biggest globally.

Kenyan Growers to Exploit US Market

Kenyan Growers to Exploit US Market

Kenyan flower farmers are moving to exploit a huge market potential by increasing their flower exports to the United States. According to KFC

Court judgement on application for a temporary injunction against imposing 2014 clock rates

Court judgement on application for a temporary injunction against imposing 2014 clock rates

The court decided to reject the demand. This means that FloraHolland will impose the new trade rates from 1 January 2014

DEVELOPMENT AND TRENDS IN THE FLOWER AND PLANT MARKET IN 2013 / 2014

DEVELOPMENT AND TRENDS IN THE FLOWER AND PLANT MARKET IN 2013 / 2014

Weather Bad - Everything Bad: 2013 an Exceptional Year! There is an economic recovery in the Euro region.

Q7 reinforces Kenyan members’ market position

Q7 reinforces Kenyan members’ market position

To also help these members achieve the best possible sales position, we are managing the logistics chain on their behalf,” says Peter Bouma

Dutch Minister Ploumen visit a sea transport project of flowers in Kenya

Dutch Minister Ploumen visit a sea transport project of flowers in Kenya

Lilianne Ploumen visited the port of Mombasa for detailed information about the transport of roses by sea to the Netherlands.

The Demand in Germany as a Consumption Country

The Demand in Germany as a Consumption Country

Similar to the developments in foreign trade, the demand in Germany is turning out to be stable for cut flowers and very weak for potted plants

New persihable cargo terminal at airport Addis Ababa Ethiopia

New persihable cargo terminal at airport Addis Ababa Ethiopia

The new perishable cargo terminal at the international airport of Addis Ababa in Ethiopia is now fully in use for export of flowers and vegetables.

Roses coming to Chicago

Roses coming to Chicago

Hotels will sometimes set out flowers for special guests. But what almost never happens is for arriving guests to bring their own flowers along with the...

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