Growers who are already marketing plant benefits and gardening as a lifestyle say they think this could be the best angle for the floriculture industry to promote our products.
Plants make us feel good. It’s a no-brainer, backed by numerous studies, but there’s more to the story. […]
Greenhouse Grower’s State Of The Industry survey reveals that growers are being cautious about the inputs they use, and they’re worried about input costs and regulation, but enthusiastic about the rebounding economy.
Greenhouse Grower’s 2015 State Of The Industry Survey shows some promising trends for the new year. Here’s a look at the greenhouse market for 2015.
Vendors’ expectations are high for 2015, according to their responses on Greenhouse Grower’s 2015 State Of The Industry Survey.
We need to elevate the craft of growing to attract young talent to our industry.
Suntory Flowers started to introduce its varieties to sister company Beam Suntory by collaborating on a holiday interiorscape featuring Princettia at Beam Suntory’s offices in Deerfield, Ill., near Chicago.
Here are several ways you can give back, to the industry and to those who are less fortunate.
Were you headed for another career when you happened upon a career in horticulture? We want to learn about how industry influencers developed careers in horticulture, and how the industry has impacted your life.
An extensive study of the diverse turf and ornamental industry (“The Green Industry”) reveals that neonicotinoids are the top-rated products used by professionals to control their most important pests in greenhouses, landscapes, lawns, nurseries and trees.
According to results of a survey by AgInfomatics, professionals in the turf and ornamental industries fear the loss of neonicotinoid products would reduce the quality of their plants and services, increase costs and negatively impact their ability to manage pest resistance.
It’s time to reflect on what happened at your operation during 2014, and make some new business resolutions about how you’re going to improve your operation in 2015. We want to hear all about what your plans are for another successful year of business!
Biological pest control company Beneficial Insectary is now producing both Amblyseius (=Neoseiulus) cucumeris and Stratiolaelaps scimitus (formerly Hypoaspis miles) at its facility in California. Domestic production in the U.S. is now benefiting growers in North America by reducing the transit time of perishable predatory mites between producer and grower.
What does this mean for your business? It could potentially mean that chemical applications, ground disturbances (planting included) and many other normal business activities could require permitting and further, could be subject to EPA oversight.
The Horticulture Industry Pollinator Stewardship Task Force has developed an agenda to signal to researchers the kinds of targeted research projects the industry wishes to support.
The outdoor decorative containers that Oakland Nursery plants and maintains in downtown Columbus, Ohio, enhance the look of the city’s buildings and streets and hinder vandalism.
The new Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison position will coordinate ongoing USDA support for active duty military and veterans.
Skagit Gardens, a wholesale grower located outside Mount Vernon, Wash., will eliminate all use of neonicotinoid pesticides beginning in January 2015.
While you’re still preparing your operation for spring and investing in new ideas, consider employing some of these improvements to save money and resources.
Plantbid is touted as a revolutionary new tool that allows plant buyers to purchase their whole plant list at one time, from growers who provide their complete availability online. According to the company, this new offering could change the way growers and landscapers do business.