Tag: Horticulture
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Durian Drums Beat: Singapore Markets Spark as Musang King Prices Plunge in Malaysia
Singapore Sees a Durian Deluge as Musang King Prices Drop A surge in Singaporean demand for durian is reshaping the local fruit market after a bumper harvest in neighboring Malaysia pushed the coveted Musang King variety to record-low prices. With the Malaysian harvest flooding the market and shipping costs remaining stable, Singaporean vendors reported brisk…
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Four Malaysian Durian Varieties Registered, International Protection Sought
Overview: Strengthening the protection of Malaysian durian varieties Malaysia’s durian producers are taking a significant step toward safeguarding their prized cultivars. The Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and the Malaysian agricultural sector are pushing for both local registration and international protection of four distinctly Malaysian durian varieties. This move aims to protect breeders’…
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Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission Strengthens Ghana-Netherlands Agribusiness Ties
Overview: A Strategic Dutch-Horticulture Exchange The Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission to Ghana marks a significant step in deepening bilateral ties between the two countries. Led by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ghana, and supported by East-West Trade, the Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), and other partners, the mission brought…
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Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission Boosts Ghana-Netherlands Agribusiness Ties
Strengthening Ghana-Netherlands Agribusiness Links A recent Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission to Ghana marks a significant step in deepening bilateral ties between Ghana and the Netherlands. Organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ghana, in collaboration with East-West Trade, the Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), and other partners, the mission…
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Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission Deepens Ghana-Netherlands Ties in Agribusiness
Overview of the Mission The Dutch Horticulture Trade Mission to Ghana, organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in collaboration with East-West Trade, the Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), and other partners, marks a significant step in deepening bilateral ties in the horticulture and agribusiness sectors. The event, which began…
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Lavender Farming in the Yarra Valley: 35 Years with Annemarie Manders
A life rooted in lavender and the Yarra Valley In the rolling landscapes of the Yarra Valley, a small purple bloom has become a symbol of endurance, community, and a life shaped by chance and choice. Annemarie Manders has spent 35 years cultivating lavender, turning a wandering impulse into a lasting legacy. Her story isn’t…
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Peter Dowdall: Why ‘Magic Pillow’ is the must-have hydrangea for shady spots and containers
Introducing Magic Pillow: A Compact Hydrangea for Shade Peter Dowdall shines a light on a relatively new introduction to the hydrangea family: Magic Pillow. This plant isn’t a tall border f fvigor; instead, it grows as a low, gentle mound about 50 cm high and up to a metre wide when mature. Described by nurseries…
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Peter Dowdall on Magic Pillow: The Must-Have Hydrangea for Shady Spots and Containers
Introducing Magic Pillow: A New Favorite for Shade and Containers Peter Dowdall highlights a newer member of the hydrangea family that’s drawing attention for its compact habit and adaptable nature. Magic Pillow is notably different from traditional hydrangeas, with a growth pattern that forms low, gentle mounds roughly 50 cm high and up to a…
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David Hessayon: The Legacy of the World’s Best-Selling Gardening Expert
David Hessayon, renowned for being the world’s best-selling gardening expert, passed away at the impressive age of 96 in January of this year. His remarkable contributions to gardening literature have left an indelible mark on both enthusiasts and novices alike. Hessayon’s legacy, encapsulated in a fortune of £4.7 million, is a testament to his enduring…