The peony has been a favourite among the public for days . In 2024 , a new footstep was take by the Post - Harvest Knowledge Center of Royal FloraHolland to make the quality of this special merchandise measurable and visible : the first appearance of the peony Post - Harvest credentials . In 2025 , the security will be continued and extend .
Angelique Haket and son with the obtained ' Sarah Bernhard ' certificate and Sarah Dikker , Post - harvest knowledge center RFH
certification as proof of qualityThe economic value of the paeony lies not only in its beauty but also in its fragility . The flower is know for its short availability , strong character , and surprise gist , as it goes from a closed bud to full heyday . These characteristics precisely ask precise quality assurance in the mountain range .
The Post - Harvest Knowledge Center researched the intersection ’s shelf life on behalf of the peony grower . Several growers chose to have their Cartesian product tested twice per season – a requirement to qualify for the prescribed certificate .
The test criteria:• Vase life of at least 7 days• Flowers in bud stage upon manner of speaking ( phase 3 to 5 )
Simone Koole , Post - harvest knowledge essence RFH and Frank De Haling , obtain ' Sarah Bernard ' & Karl ' Rosenfield ' certificate
pilot film 2024The pilot in 2024 give way unspoilt results : several certificate were awarded , which not only demonstrates the high - quality monetary standard of participating growers but also indicate that this testing meet a need . Both within the Netherlands and internationally , the certificate provides spare self-confidence for emptor , florist , and consumers .
" With the certificate , growers show that their production is not only beautiful upon arrival but also really execute well in the vase . And that is just what the modern consumer expect , " according to the Post - Harvest Knowledge Center .
gallant of the sector , majestic of the seasonThe peony is a flower that provoke emotion . This calls for an approach as careful as its cultivation . The certification is not only a measure tool but also a direction to make the workmanship and dedication of growers seeable .
With the successful pilot behind them , the certificate will be continued and expanded in 2025 . More and more growers are get together , contributing to an even stronger quality lieu of the Dutch paeony in the world marketplace .
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