December 12, 2011
Fabric is emerging as a favorite material for containers in the hydroponic industry. Should the greenhouse floriculture industry also be exploring thi...
October 15, 2011
Horticultural plastics are here to stay, but their role may change as new materials come to market. What does the future hold for this industry-changi...
October 15, 2011
Why are you experiencing increased costs from plastics manufacturers? The answer is a complex one, and it goes far beyond high natural gas and crude o...
October 15, 2011
In addition to pushing recycling, manufacturers are exploring new opportunities to reduce horticultural plastics waste.
October 11, 2011
Is plastic still the best value for growers, retailers and consumers? Greenhouse Grower takes a closer look.
July 28, 2011
Rising raw material costs aren’t the end of the world for plastics companies that are finding opportunities with post-consumer waste to build their ...
July 26, 2011
New Jersey’s agricultural plastics recycling program is setting an example other states should follow.
July 14, 2011
Decorative fiberglass flower pots for independent garden centers were the highlight of the Bellan International display at OFA Short Course.
July 12, 2011
The sustainable growing option now has a compostable packaging option for the garden center.
June 3, 2011
The biodegradable wood fiber-based container, Fertilpot, manufactured by Fertil SAS has earned the USDA’s Biopreferred Certification.