Trading in Tulips has been a Dutch mainstay since
the 1500's, when the first tulip bulb arrived
from Turkey. Since then the Dutch have created a
multi-billion dollar industry. Now, scarcity of
land, new pesticide regulations and vastly
improved air transportation are pushing the Dutch
to grow their bulbs elsewhere, including Turkey
and China. Producer Michelle Ernsting of Radio Netherlands, brings you the story of one family, who has almost completely
moved their operations overseas. This will be
the last year they grow their tulips in Holland.
"Trading in Tulips", was produced by Michelle Ernsting of Radio Netherlands, with assistance from Laura Durnford. This program originally aired as part of the international collaboration 'Global Perspectives: Faces of Globalization.'
Links:
Home Gardening
The educational features offered here are designed to bring you ecologically sound, science-based practices for use in your home gardening projects
The Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center
A source of facts, history, industry news, and helpful tips on the bulb of your choice.
Tulipmania! The 2002 Canadian Tulip Festival
International experts on tulips will gather for three days of workshops, seminars and events concerning the tulip industry.
Global Perspectives Series
Listen to other programs from our special international series.
Books:
Tulipomania: The Story of the World's Most Coveted Flower and the Extraordinary Passions It Aroused by Mike Dash
The history of the flower from Turkey to Holland.
Tulipa: A Photographer's Botanical by Christopher Baker, Willam Lemmers
A combination of photographs from the tulip fields of Holland and text on the growing trade and heritage of the tulip.
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