Growing better together

TARIFFS ON BAMBOO IN 2025: WHAT U.S. GROWERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IMPORTING PLANT SUPPORT

Do you import bamboo stakes or tonkin canes? Then tariffs are part of the picture. In recent months, U.S. growers and horticultural importers have felt the effects of ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. These tensions continue to shape the cost, logistics, and availability of plant support materials — especially those produced in China, like bamboo stakes and tonkin canes.

A REVOLUTION IN THE WORLD OF (MOLD-FREE) BAMBOO STICKS: PRETACT®

In the search for a more efficient antifungal treatment for bamboo split sticks, Van Nifterik proudly introduces the Pretact® treatment. This treatment is available in two variants: traditionally dyed (black) and caramelized for a natural look. With caramelization, the sugars are burned out of the stick, which also gives reduced susceptibility to mould and provides a natural color which eliminates the need for dyeing.

DURABILITY AND STYLE WITH BAMBOO LABEL STICKS

'How can I best showcase my company and product to consumers?' A relevant question for every grower. Van Nifterik has an appropriate answer to this with the introduction of the Trèsure and Trèsure Extra. Our split bamboo label sticks are specifically designed to make the process of labeling easier and faster.