Through innovation, Wilbert Stek strives for the highest quality cuttings
At Wilbert Stek they have been busy this past year. Innovating the range of cuttings plays a major role at this specialised cutting company in Gendt. During the upcoming edition of trade fair GrootGroenPlus, the results of their efforts will be showcased. The truted and successful assortment will be presented in full, but Wilbert Stek will also highlight a few new additions, such as Hedera hibernica, Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' and Thuja in the paper plug. Wilbert van Luenen, owner of Wilbert Stek, is eager to see and hear the reactions.
New name, new products, new generation
For twenty years, the desired growth within the company was hindered, as it was located outside the designated tree nursery zone. However, thanks to a pilot program with the municipality and the water board, there are now opportunities that provide a future outlook and space for entrepreneurial spirit. So, be sure to visit Van Dijck Young Plants at GrootGroenPlus. They have much to share with you.
Automated cultivation system facilitates grower from A to Z
TTS Transplanting Services and OptiPlug are jointly showcasing a complete concept at GrootGroenPlus. A key part of this is a new fully automated planting machine from TTS, along with matching trays that can be filled with OptiPlug's paperpots. Other companies like Van der Avoird Trayplant and Van Schaik Rack Solutions are also involved in this collaboration. This way, growers can be fully supported with an automated cultivation system.
Remarkably wide range of cuttings at Weber
Weber Stekcultures has been in business for almost thirty years. In 2022, Raymond Weber and his partner Marleen Weber-Aasman took over the company. At GrootGroenPlus, both existing and new customers know where to find the company due to its wide assortment, licensed varieties, and quality. "You'll find virtually no weeds in our cuttings."
The power of the collective
One of the participants at trade fair GrootGroenPlus trade is the Coöperatieve Vereniging Treeport Zundert e.o. U.A. (Treeport), which consists of approximately 180 tree growers from the wider region. Treeport also actively collaborates with alliance partners, including the Brabantse Delta water board. Manager David Bömer says: "We engage in discussions with a positive, constructive attitude."
Cooling without worries
Located at Business Centre Treeport, on the border with Belgium, the Treehub features a state-of-the-art cold storage facility. BCT Treehub Cold Store BV specialises in cooling often delicate products, such as those from the tree nursery industry. The cold store was built with the tree nursery industry as its primary target audience and will present itself as such during trade fair GrootGroenPlus. Here, participants and visitors learn more about the extensive services offered by the cold store. source: Heidi Peeters
"We can fulfil any order list completely"
Huverba, located in the heart of Tree Centre Opheusden, positions itself as a total supplier of trees and plants. And that’s no exaggeration, as the nursery can supply almost anything the customer requests, anywhere in Europe. This extensive offering is Huverba’s great strength, and it will be central to their presence at GrootGroenPlus. Huverba draws from its own stock of field-grown and container plants, as well as from a large network of green suppliers.
The rooted cuttings of Heco Young Plants
Paul de Jong is continuing the nursery that his father started 42 years ago. The extensive range of rooted cuttings, including several new species, will be showcased to the public during GrootGroenPlus.
BvE Plantgoed: a tree nursery with its own signature
He doesn't really want to share the details of his approach, but it’s clear that it’s working. Bert van Exsel of BvE Plantgoed took over a successful tree nursery two years ago and has significantly expanded the range in a short period of time. The results are impressive, and they can be seen at GrootGroenPlus.
Rabobank shows commitment to tree nursery industry at GrootGroenPlus: "The future for this industry is promising"
Rabobank has been a participant and partner of GrootGroenPlus from day one. As the main sponsor, the bank plays a prominent role at the international tree nursery trade fair. A conversation with Rabobank account managers John Duijzer and René Dekkers about the trade fair's importance and the challenges within the industry.
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Green show room of Business Centre Treeport
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Royal FloraHolland enters refinancing for 210 million euros
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Dahlia Dalina Maxi Starburst Pink wins FleuroStar Award 2024-25
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Switzerland, a country of specialists
As diverse as the landscapes of the country with the white cross on a red background, its nurseries stand out for their ability to adapt to the needs of landscapers, local authorities, and amateur gardeners, from the south of the country to the mountains of Graubünden. All production is destined for the domestic market, except for the Meylan et Cie nursery, a regular exhibitor at Groot Groen Plus, which exports its conifer grafts and specialities to Europe.
Versailles opts for Betterbuxus®
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Kolster BV celebrates 80th anniversary
Well-known grower and breeder of cut shrubs Kolster BV from Bokoop is celebrating its 80th anniversary. The team of 25 employees recently celebrated with a walking dinner in Boskoop. During the FlowerTrials, it is the turn of relations and visitors to celebrate the anniversary with them. Treats, bubbles and a limited edition Sportcap will be on hand from 11-14 June.
Prunus ‘Starlight’®, winner of the RHS Plant of the Year 2024 Award
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Trade magazine Linea Verde 50 Years
Italian trade magazine for ornamental horticulture and landscaping Linea Verde is celebrating its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this happy event, editor-in-chief Renato Ferretti and Siliva Vige were presented with a certificate on 17 May during the Coliono Fiore gardening event.