The Minister of Agriculture and Water, Adela Martinez-Cache, and the mayor of Puerto Lumbreras, Maria Angeles Tunisia, today visited the company Barberet & Blanc Township, to learn about new projects in R & D of this the leader in export carnation cuttings.
Martinez-Cache stressed that the company has "modern conveniences" to control and pest protection, and highlighted the investments made to provide facilities "Phytosanitary security measures".
He also highlighted the research projects being undertaken in the sector to "promote the cultivation of flowers".
The Minister of Agriculture and Water stressed the commitment of this company in the development of R & D since 1964, with a research department and selection in order to launch new varieties to market.
This company produces annually more than 60 million plants such as carnation, geranium, statice and other ornamental species, mostly for export.
The company exports its products to more than 60 countries.
The company Barberet & Blanc, which employs in the region to more than 250 employees, is part of the International Group DNA Green Group, one of the world leaders in hybridization and propagation in the horticulture sector offering a wide range of products and varieties.
Source: CARM