The book entitled "Technical aspects of hydroponic cultivation in floraculure" ("Elementi tecnici per la coltivazione idroponica in floriculture") by Enrico Farina of the Floriculture Experimental Station, Sanremo, is a must for growers of cut-flowers wanting to use soilless and hydroponic cultivation methods. The book considers the production of a number of different species, especially Rose, Gerbera, Anthurium and some varieties used for mixed bunches in a detailed and practical manner. The book and CD is available from Flortecnica tel/fax + 039 9910719 E-mail: info@flortecnica.it