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FlowerFashion: Marsala colour of the year 2015

Marsala, colour of the year 2015.

FlowerFashion: Marsala colour of the year 2015

Marsala, colour of the year 2015. Pantone, worlds main authority on colour, has declared “Marsala”, a naturally robust and earthy wine red colour, as colour of the year 2015. The colour is derived from the Italian region of Marsala that produces fortified wine of the marsala colour since 1773.

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Horticulture: How to create Value with Plant Branding

Horticulture & Marketing:
Create Value with Plant Branding

Growers in The Netherlands take pride on the quality of their produce. Yet, growers face a deep economic crisis. This article highlights some creative ways to make more value with your product, to find your niche. Continue reading Horticulture: How to create Value with Plant Branding

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Colour of the Year 2014 for Floriculture

Radiant Orchid, colour of the year 2014

Pantone, worlds main authority on colour, has declared “Radiant Orchid”, a warm light hue of purple, as colour of the year 2014. The colour is derived from nature, from a tropical orchid flower (Phalaenopsis). Continue reading Colour of the Year 2014 for Floriculture

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Sustainable Water management – Agriculture in Africa

Sustainable Water management – Agriculture in Africa

Water shortage threatens drinking water supply and food production in tropical and subtropical Africa. This article describes three solutions, developed by Dutch social entrepreneurs, to combat lack of water. Continue reading Sustainable Water management – Agriculture in Africa