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The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) have jointly urged the UK government to take swift action following an October 4 roundtable on issues affecting plants, cut…

Drought Takes Toll on Flower Vendors at Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market. REHOBOTH BEACH, DE – Ongoing drought conditions across the Delmarva Peninsula are leaving a mark on some vendors at…

The fields of Ichangu Narayan are aglow with marigold flowers, a symbol of prosperity and tradition during the Tihar festival. These golden blooms, rich in cultural significance, are used to…

Police Discover Cannabis Farm in Groves Street Raid. Earlier this month, police conducted a raid on a property in Groves Street, setting up a crime scene to facilitate a thorough…

Since 2015, students from across the United States have been collaborating with NASA scientists to research growing plants in space. This initiative, part of the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s Growing…

Invasive plants are not only dominating landscapes but also transforming the soil beneath them. A new study, co-authored by Matthew McCary, assistant professor of biosciences at Rice University, reveals that…

Pelham, NY – Invasive plants and vines are threatening Pelham’s natural areas and encroaching on home gardens. To combat this issue, the Environmental Coalition of the Pelhams (EcoPel) is rallying…

A “Great Arkansas Cleanup” workday will take place from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday at Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area. Volunteers are invited to help pick up litter along Piney…

Arizona’s Desert Botanical Garden is enlisting the help of trained dogs to locate the endangered Canelo Hills ladies’-tresses orchid. This rare plant, found in southern Arizona, is difficult to spot…

In the world of simulation games, where farming and rural life take center stage, the popular game Farmville could benefit from a diversity makeover that brings attention to environmentally conscious…