Steven Courcy
Steven Courcy ([email protected]) is the propagation grower at D.S. Cole Growers in Loudon, N.H.
January 17, 2014
D.S. Cole Shares Its Experience Using Predatory Mites
D.S. Cole Growers has been having great success integrating a predatory mite release schedule with chemical controls to finally get the upper hand in the endless battle with spider mites.
Latest Stories
May 28, 2017
Growers Offer Advice on What to Know Before Your Next B…
Two Top 100 Growers discuss their most recent building projects, the challenges they addressed, and what they learned during the process.
May 27, 2017
How to Overcome Biocontrol Challenges by Thinking Outsi…
With a little creative thinking and adjustments to your strategy, you can overcome your greenhouse biocontrol challenges.
May 26, 2017
University of Florida Course Helps You Improve Greenhou…
The University of Florida (UF) Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is offering an Advanced Nutrient Management course through its online greenhouse training program.
May 26, 2017
New Software System From Boxcar Central Takes Growing D…
Boxcar Central’s data-hub platform allows growers to log mass amounts of data and use it to compile information on crop quality.
May 25, 2017
Allan Armitage: Two Great Examples of Young People Movi…
In his latest column, Allan Armitage says perhaps we should, as an industry, extend our hands to our youngest members. We might be pleasantly surprised what happens.
May 25, 2017
Jury Awards Damages in Stepables Photo Copyright Case, …
According to a press release from Under A Foot Plant, Co,, a jury awarded Under A Foot Plant (which owns the Stepables product line) $900,000 in actual damages for The Perennial Farm’s use of Stepables’ copyrighted photographs.
May 25, 2017
AmericanHort Hosting Advocacy Visit to Capitol Hill in …
AmericanHort has announced it will be hosting Impact Washington, an inaugural advocacy and policy summit, in Washington, DC, Sept. 12-13.
May 25, 2017
Genetically Modified Petunia Update: Breeders Take Swif…
Now that the initial shock of genetically engineered petunias is wearing off, breeders continue testing for tainted stock and look toward the future. On the consumer side, uncertainties remain.
May 24, 2017
Sustainability in the Greenhouse is More Than Just Abou…
Bell Nursery has taken several steps over the years to make our operation more sustainable from a technological standpoint. Here’s how we are doing it.
May 24, 2017
What to Expect at the Perennial Plant Symposium in Denv…
The Perennial Plant Association’s annual Symposium takes place July 23-28 in Denver, CO, and features 28 educational sessions, six local tours, and a trade show.
May 23, 2017
The Road to Sustainability at Cavicchio Greenhouses
Incremental changes to reduce its carbon footprint have paid off in greater efficiency and public recognition for this Massachusetts greenhouse grower.
May 23, 2017
USDA-APHIS Bulletin on Unauthorized Distribution of Gen…
On May 2, 2017, USDA-APHIS was informed that an orange petunia variety was potentially genetically engineered and had been imported and moved interstate without required authorization by APHIS. This led to testing of numerous petunia varieties, which confirmed this particular variety and several others are genetically engineered, and meet the regulatory definition of a regulated article under APHIS regulations. APHIS continues to work with the industry to ensure unauthorized GE petunias are not distributed in the United States.
May 23, 2017
6 Simple Ways to Acquire New Customers
Even the most successful brands need new customers if they want to grow their business, or stay profitable.
May 22, 2017
New Dümmen Orange Scholarship Honors Legacy of Dr. P. A…
“Our industry’s future depends on attracting and supporting bright, hard-working students into horticulture programs across North America, and the support of Dümmen Orange will aid that effort,” Hammer says.
May 22, 2017
Genetically Modified Petunia Update: Question and Answe…
AmericanHort’s key role interfacing with the USDA on the recall of genetically modified petunias has helped the horticulture industry rapidly address the problem. Senior Vice President Craig Regelbrugge talks about recent updates, the impact on the industry, and where it goes from here.
May 21, 2017
Final California Spring Trials Thoughts From Allan Armi…
“I went home from California Spring Trials realizing that the students enrolled in our Greenhouse Management program at Spokane Community College need to experience the trials. Attending opened many doors of opportunity for me.”
May 20, 2017
Biocontrols: A Practical Option for Cannabis
With limited options for chemical pest control, cannabis growers are incorporating biocontrols into their integrated pest management programs. More education will cement this solution as a viable option in this emerging market.
May 19, 2017
New Book Highlights the Benefits of Growing Vegetables …
Andrew Mefferd’s new book, “The Greenhouse and Hoophouse Grower’s Handbook: Organic Vegetable Production Using Protected Culture,” covers the many benefits of protected culture food production, from being first to market, to more effective pest control.