Research
Floriculture sustainability research is a growing field focused on developing and implementing best practices in the floriculture industry. The American Floral Endowment (AFE) annually funds research in areas of IPM, water conservation, lighting, substrates, and other areas. This research helps to advance our industry and provide best practices and guidelines for sustainable practices.
Read more about ongoing and recent AFE-funded research by topic.
Through Sustainabloom, researchers at NC State also conducted a nationwide survey of sustainable practices in floriculture. The study looked responses from several industry segments, including growers, wholesalers, suppliers, and retail florists.
You can also read about the findings in the Frontiers in Sustainability article, “Sustainable Blooms: A Look at Environmental Practices in U.S. Floriculture“.
Floriculture sustainability research is essential for developing and implementing sustainable practices that can support environmental and social responsibility within the floriculture industry while encouraging long-term growth. Through this work, we can help to create a more sustainable future for the floriculture industry and for the planet.
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