A memorial tribute has been established through the American Foral Endowment (AFE) honoring Robert (Bob) J. Carbone, who passed away on Aug. 14, five days shy of his 94th birthday. The tribute was created by Harrison (Red) Kennicott of Kennicott Brothers in recognition of Mr. Carbone’s enduring dedication, innovation and leadership in the floral industry. Mr. Carbone was a devoted family man and visionary business leader whose impact shaped floral distribution throughout the Northeast. He founded the RJ Carbone Co. in 1953, and for 72 years, he and his family grew it from humble beginnings

Alexandra Farms has won two awards in the Cut Garden Rose category at this year's Society of American Florists' Outstanding Varieties Competition ! The competition was part of the 140th annual SAF convention, held in Phoenix. Each year, a panel of judges evaluates hundreds of floral entries based on color and commercial appeal, stem and foliage, bloom shape, bloom size and overall quality and presentation. Recognition in this prestigious competition holds significant value for buyers while also serving as a source of pride for the Alexandra Farms team in Colombia. Garden Romance Garden Romance

The Society of American Florists has recognized Sahid Nahim , founder of New Bloom Solutions and New Bloom Media , with the Rising Star Award at its annual convention. The Rising Star Award is given to a young floral industry professional in recognition of their professional achievements and commitment to the industry. This award celebrates forward-thinking young professionals who demonstrate creativity, innovation, tenacity and leadership in their work, as well as the potential to make a positive impact on the floral industry. The recipient of this award represents the promising future of the

In today’s market, flexibility, efficiency and reliability are essential in logistics. As the link that connects the entire chain from grower to buyer, Royal FloraHolland has introduced two tools in Floriday, the RFH Dock Services app and Select Delivery, designed to streamline logistics processes. RFH Dock Services app The Dock Services app in Floriday provides agents with complete shipment information in one place. Packing lists can be sent via Excel, after which Royal FloraHolland supplies insight into the total number of trolleys and boxes expected. Packing lists are scheduled and the

Continental Floral Greens has introduced its debut of Dahlias grown in the Pacific Northwest. Known for their vibrant colors and intricate forms, Dahlias are beloved as one of summer’s most expressive flowers. This debut marks an important step in its mission to bring new products to market that highlight innovation through Mother Nature. Innovation in Vase Life Working with InFlora Cut Flowers, a global leader in plant breeding, Continental Floral Greens has trialed a select series of these Dahlias. These new genetics offer a longer vase- life, giving retailers and consumers alike a longer

Orchids are more than beautiful flowers. They can symbolize an emotional connection to a loved one or the keepsake of a special memory: a gift from daughter to mother, a meaningful reminder of a faraway loved one, or providing joy to a novice reblooming their first orchid. Westerlay Orchids knows this; it grow 4 million orchids from ‘flask to finish’ in Carpinteria, CA. The company selects the best varieties from breeders worldwide, utilize greenhouse technology and package with care, providing after-purchase guidance to ensure longevity. Join Westerlay this October in Anaheim and experience