FloraCulture International

31/08/2026

“Growers, traders, breeders, and our partners and suppliers around the world are about to see FCI in an exciting new light.”

– Tim Briercliffe, Secretary General of AIPH, publisher of FCI.

International Association of Horticultural Producers - AIPH

Full press release here https://bit.ly/46pwriR

27/08/2026

“Our new identity is both a tribute to FCI’s extraordinary legacy and a bold step into its new chapter.”

FloraCulture International Editor Ron van der Ploeg on the upcoming new-look FCI edition on Sustainability, coming Monday 7th September.

Read more on the FCI website here: https://bit.ly/46pwriR

25/08/2026

FCI unveils fresh new look with exciting new Sustainability issue coming on Monday 7th September.

This next evolution of FCI will see a brand-new digital platform enabling readers to access content more quickly, read more easily on any device, wherever you are, and better able to keep pace with a fast-moving industry, from breeding trends to trade show news.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/46pwriR

International Association of Horticultural Producers - AIPH

FloraCulture International launches its redesigned digital magazine on 7 September 2026, with a fresh look and interactive features.

17/08/2026

In the coming weeks. we will be sharing more information about the new look FCI - a better way to stay connected and up-to-date with the international horticulture world.

This will include previews of stories, trends and interviews for our upcoming sustainability issue, launching early September.

https://ow.ly/pKEc50ZAq6o

14/08/2026

Something is coming this September.

A new way to experience FloraCulture International – more news coming next week.

Make sure you're signed up: https://aiph.org/floraculture/subscribe-to-fci/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=fci_sept_tease&utm_campaign=post_1

30/07/2026

Every great grower has a story worth sharing.

The deadline to enter the AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2027 has been extended to 27 September, giving ornamental producers more time to put themselves forward for the industry's most prestigious international awards.

As the Founding Partner of the IGOTY Awards, FloraCulture International has had the privilege of sharing the stories of outstanding growers from around the world. Each year, the Awards highlight businesses that are raising standards through innovation, sustainability, strong leadership, and a commitment to producing exceptional plants.

If your business is pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas, or setting an example for others, we'd love to help share your story.

Find out more: https://aiph.org/floraculture/news/aiph-extends-igoty-awards-2027-entry-deadline-30-07-26/

27/07/2026

Reducing emissions is only part of the challenge.

Dr Sebastian Kipp, Director of Innovation at Klasmann-Deilmann, explains why future substrates must deliver measurable climate benefits while maintaining the consistency and performance professional growers depend on.

The next generation of growing media will need to balance environmental responsibility with practical nursery requirements, proving that sustainability and productivity can move together.

🌍 Read how climate-responsible substrate design is evolving for the future - link in bio

24/07/2026

As raw materials evolve, so too must the systems that ensure quality.

This FCI feature explores how RHP is helping growers navigate substrate transition through quality assurance, certification, and chain control. As the range of raw materials expands, the emphasis is shifting towards identifying and managing risks throughout the supply chain, rather than relying solely on testing the finished product.

As growing media continue to change, robust quality systems are becoming just as important as the materials themselves.

✅ Find out how quality assurance is helping growers manage risk during substrate transition: https://www.flipsnack.com/aiphglobal/floraculture-international-june-2026-substrates-issue?p=24

22/07/2026

The next challenge for growing media may not be finding alternatives, it may be securing them.

Philip Testroet of Industrieverband Garten (IVG) explains how the conversation in Germany has shifted beyond peat reduction towards supply resilience, raw material availability, and long-term security.

As demand for substrates continues to grow, professional growers are being encouraged to think more strategically about supplier relationships, quality assurance, and risk management.

📦 Explore why raw material security is becoming a defining issue for horticulture: https://www.flipsnack.com/aiphglobal/floraculture-international-june-2026-substrates-issue?p=14

20/07/2026

Australia's nursery industry offers a different perspective on substrate transition.

Rather than replacing peat, Australian growers have spent decades building production systems around composted pine bark, coir, and other renewable materials. Insights from Nick Hutchinson Greenlife Industry Australia - GIA) and Ben Grange (Grange Growing Solutions) show that long-term success comes from quality standards, processing, and consistency—not a single ingredient.

🌿 See what growers can learn from Australia's experience: https://www.flipsnack.com/aiphglobal/floraculture-international-june-2026-substrates-issue?p=18