Do you like to be up to date with the latest developments in sustainability? Then you've come to the right place. This page gathers the latest and most popular news in the field of business, packaging, BIO, fair trade, certifications and research, especially for you.
Tuesday 20 January 2026
On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the annual National Tulip Day was celebrated in Amsterdam. With a large picking garden on Museumplein, this day traditionally marks the start of the Dutch tulip season. Visitors are allowed to pick a bouquet of tulips for free and celebrate together the return of an iconic, seasonal product.
Tuesday 03 February 2026
The recent reports from the RIVM and the NVWA about imported roses require careful and factual interpretation. Within the floriculture chain, every link in the chain bears responsibility for quality, safety and transparency.
Wednesday 03 December 2025
“I am a flower. Born on fertile soil high in the Andes. Every day I felt the sun, drank fresh water, and sensed the caring hands of the people who raised me with attention. My leaves were inspected, my shoots carefully trimmed. All to ensure I would be strong enough to make a long journey. So tha...
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Many consumers and florists take a critical look at imported flowers. In part 1, we explored how public perception is often shaped by incidents widely covered in the media. “Local” is assumed to be better by definition. The reality? It’s much more nuanced.
Monday 17 November 2025
She was genuinely excited about it: a promising collaboration with her flower supplier. She planned to create an artistic floral design for her popular social media channel. Tens of thousands of followers on Instagram… what could go wrong?
Wednesday 23 March 2022
In a previous blog (How to get started with sustainable packaging), seven tips for sustainable packaging were presented. The seven tips can be linked to the ‘R’ ladder strategy for circularity.
Tuesday 23 January 2024
With the 'product of the future' initiative, FM Group is working with growers to find 'the product of the future'. What standards are attached to this and what does such a natural product look like?
Thursday 07 September 2023
Green plays an important role in our lives. Green rejoices, connects, decorates and heals. To enjoy flowers and plants responsibly, not only now but also in the future, our growers are committed to fully sustainable cultivation and production. In other words: a natural product. But what does such a natural product look like? And what does it mean?
Tuesday 16 January 2024
Just in time for IPM in Essen, the members of Euro Plant Tray eG have chosen for two models in the Normpack 200 format. At the EPT stand in the Innovation Centre in Hall 4, all models will be presented to the general public.
Thursday 26 May 2022
Packaging may have one or more labels, quality marks or symbols printed on it. But what do these actually mean? This blog explains the various labels, quality marks and symbols that can be found on packaging.