Sustainable Floristry Network
The Sustainable Floristry Network is an independent education organisation for florists aiming to lead significant change in the industry, from teaching institutions through to the commercial world, with the adoption of more sustainable techniques and practices. The Sustainable Floristry Network has developed a series of videos on the use of plastics in floriculture and sustainable use.
Integrated pest and disease management for cut flowers
Integrated pest and disease management is a holistic approach to tackling pests and disease in crops. The benefits include reducing chemical and pesticide use and improving crop and soil health. IPDM involves a range of biological, chemical and cultural strategies. This video looks at some strategies for getting started with IPDM on flower farms and hears from experts who explain what’s involved and how it leads to more sustainable outcomes.
Storing chemicals safely
This video is a guide for storing chemicals safely in Australia and how to prevent accidents that might impact people or the environment.
Plastics in floriculture
This video looks at the types of plastics used in floristry, their applications and end-of-life recovery options in Australia.
