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Frost damages 30% of Colombia’s flower production
Posted by Dan Little | Filed under World News
Ongoing freezing temperatures have damaged 30% of Colombia’s flower production, announced the Association of Colombian Flower Growers on Wednesday.
The loss was predominately caused by the freezing temperatures plaguing the Sabana de Bogota region, which accounts for 70% of Colombian flower exports. (more…)
European winter chills fresh produce demand
Posted by Dan Little | Filed under World News
Extreme winter conditions in Europe — the worst in five years — are causing jitters within the Kenya’s horticulture industry because of a significant cut in outdoor activities that has stymied orders for exports for the high season that runs between February and May.
While December falls within the cyclic winter season in Europe, flowers, fruits and vegetable exporters say cold temperatures have hit the purchase of flowers and hindered transportation of fresh produce from the main airports to the hinterland, mostly served by trains and trucks. (more…)
