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Big wins at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Hosta ‘Red Ninja’ won Plant of the Year at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show, while hydrangea ‘Groundbreaker Ruby’ earned second place. Learn more about sourcing these plants for upcoming seasons.
Air Tray Technologies nominated for GreenTech Amsterdam 2026 Innovation Award
Air Tray Technologies was nominated for the GreenTech Amsterdam 2026 Impact Award for sustainability and innovations. Learn more about the system and how it works to improve production efficiency.
Floriexpo reports 20% growth in exhibitors ahead of 2026 show
Floriexpo 2026 will feature a 20% increase in exhibitors and record Floral Bootcamp attendance ahead of its May event.
Philips LED lighting supports South Korea smart farming hub
Signify installed Philips LED lighting and control systems at Yonam University’s smart farming hub in South Korea, improving energy efficiency and reducing labor costs. See how this is project is supporting vertical farm research and training.
USDA moves to expand domestic fertilizer production
USDA announced renewed efforts to expand domestic fertilizer production and reduce reliance on foreign supplies. The effort includes advancing major ammonia projects, restarting FPEP activity and adding staff focused on farm input costs.
FlowerTrials to feature 58 breeders across 27 locations
FlowerTrials 2026 will take place during week 24 across 27 cluster locations in the Netherlands and Germany. The event will feature 58 ornamental plant breeders and is aimed at breeders, growers and retailers.
UF/IFAS launches free irrigation training series for greenhouse and nursery staff
UF/IFAS launched a free bilingual irrigation training series for greenhouse and nursery staff. Explore the modules, learn practical watering skills and reduce overwatering.
Registration open for global produce and floral show
Registration is now open for the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show. More than 20,000 professionals across the global fresh produce and floral supply chain are expected to attend.
Four Star Roses and Plants varieties recognized for sustainability
Star Roses and Plants earned four awards from the 2027 American Rose Trials for Sustainability program for landscape rose varieties. See the winning landscape rose varieties.
Senate eyeing June release of farm bill text, committee markup
Senate Agriculture Committee chair John Boozman is eyeing a markup of the version of the farm bill that passed the House April 30 by early June.
Dümmen Orange, Syngenta Flowers plan combined ornamental company
Dümmen Orange and Syngenta Flowers signed an agreement to combine ornamental breeding and propagation operations. See what the deal includes and learn what customers need to know.
Decision leaves interim rule changing AEWR calculations in effect
A federal court decision has left an interim rule changing how Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) are determined in effect. On May 14, a judge denied a request for a preliminary injunction
DeVroomen displays Sesame Street garden at Keukenhof
DeVroomen Garden Products is featuring two Keukenhof display gardens. Check out the Elmo mosaic to highlight its Sesame Street collection and a 7-week bulb display.