Posted on November is a pivotal month in the floriculture calendar, marked by two major trade fairs in the Netherlands. It can be confusing with two Tradefairs at the same time and so close to each other, but the major differences are outlined below: 1. Royal FloraHolland Trade Fair (RFH, Aalsmeer) Focus: Traders and Buyers within the […]
Posted on Sustainability is an essential but complex topic that spans a broad spectrum of issues. Its importance in modern agriculture is undeniable. By sharing knowledge, engaging in discussions, and offering practical examples, we can make sustainability more accessible to growers, florists, and consumers alike. Making Sustainability Manageable To address its complexity, sustainability must be broken down […]
Posted on Future Fynbos on growing Protea after a challenging year Last year after the start of the Covid pandemic there was much uncertainty as to how the South African 2020 Proteaceae season would unfold. The white cynaroides ‘Arctic Ice, managed by Future Fynbos under the Ayoba® brand took a knock during its first peak in April/May […]
Posted on Breeding and selecting new plant varieties is much like playing the game of mastermind. Wrong colour wrong shape or right colour wrong shape! In this ‘game’ you need to have a lot of patience as instead of hours it takes years. As a small private breeding company protection of new varieties through various intellectual property […]
