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Buy sustainable flowers

, you can buy sustainably produced flowers and plants. Did you know that Ƶz, as part of the FM Group, has signed an agreement to strive for a 90% sustainable trade in the floriculture industry? Read more about this on the of FM Group. We are also collaborating in relevant researches on packing material and more. Read everything about this subject on

Certification in the webshop
If the greenhouse or farm where the product is cultivated, possesses one of the 14 specialised certificates from the FSI basket, or is certified with MPS-A of FlorEcuador, you will see a sustainability icon. Filter on the certificates that are important for customers. Why a specific certificate is included in the FSI basket can be read on . Find out how to buy sustainable flowers and plants in the webshop (FAQ).

Fairtrade flowers
FM Group is also Fairtrade certified as a wholesale company, which is a different certificate than mentioned above. It means that we are licensed to purchase and sell Fairtrade flowers. Our salespersons can help you source these products. This selection of flowers are often a bit dearer as Fairtrade certified growers must look after the right working environment for their employees including a fair salary. This certificate however, does not concern the growing method of a product. Therefore, Fairtrade is not listed under the same category as MPS-A and FlorEcuador.

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Empowering communities by Marginpar: A sustainable approach

For years, the Marginpar Group has been supporting communities around their flower farms. It’s where most of their employees, and their families, live. From the group’s core values, Marginpar believes that people are the backbone of the organisation, and the backbone of the community.

Clean Energy Project by Berg RoseS

With this video we are highlighting the 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 by Berg RoseS.

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Deep Purple: same look, even more sustainable

Seven years ago, a search began for the perfect purple Celosia, one that doesn’t constantly need adjustments in lighting, temperature, and growth regulators. Together with breeders, Preferred Supplier Ammerlaan-Sosef went all-in on improvement. The result? A Deep Purple with strong genetics that grows more naturally.

Tips for improving biodiversity around greenhouses

Biodiversity is an essential part of any ecosystem, including the areas surrounding greenhouses. For growers, it is crucial to understand how to enhance biodiversity while simultaneously keeping pests under control. But how can you increase biodiversity around your greenhouse and ensure the presence of beneficial insects? In this article, we discuss the key tips and insights for improving biodiversity in and around greenhouses.

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