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25th AnniversaryRead the coverage of Greenhouse Grower’s milestone anniversary with a look back and ahead to the future of floriculture.Perennial PersonalitiesWe present a mini “Who’s Who” in the perennials industry as part of our 25th anniversary celebration.Our Ones To WatchNow on the third leg of a five-part series as part of Greenhouse Grower’s 25th anniversary, we’re profiling five more industry people to keep your eyes on.Viva Variety!Take part in the name that variety challengeOur Ones To WatchThis month, we profile five more growers in the second part of a series that stretches through our November issue as part of GG's 25th anniversary celebration.Top CropsWhich flowers have the most wholesale power?25 And Counting: Our Industry's FutureThis issue marks the beginning of a 25-week countdown to a special commemorative issue exploring how our industry will grow the next 25 years.Stacking Up By StateWhich states have the most flower power? USDA statistics reveal the top 25 states producing floriculture crops.Our Ones To WatchFive of our picks for future leaders in floriculture.More Legendary VarietiesAs part of Greenhouse Grower's 25th anniversary celebration, we share more readers' picks for legendary varieties.Legendary VarietiesAs part of Greenhouse Grower's 25th anniversary celebration, we present revolutionary varieties in each crop category.Checking In With: Henry HuntingtonFeatured five times on the cover of Greenhouse Grower, Henry Huntington is now a Proven Winners partner and co-owner of Pleasant View Gardens.Water Woes ContinueThroughout 2008, Greenhouse Grower celebrates its 25th anniversary by reflecting on the people, headlines and innovations that have influenced the greenhouse floriculture industry.What It Will Take To Grow Our IndustryCelebrating the next 25 years in commercial greenhouse production with future forecasts.Developing New PoinsettiasPaul Ecke III on the future of poinsettias.Bedding Plants Of The FutureNils Klemm on meeting consumers' needs in bedding plants.Breeding At KieftJeff McGrew shares the future outlook for cut flower, perennial and bedding plant breeding at Kieft.The Next "It" PlantBodger's Steve Jones shares thoughts on finding the next big thing.Perennials For Plant PeopleMary Vaananen of Jelitto on the responsibility of breeders.Benary's Breeding ObjectivesDuane Sinning on what the future will hold for breeding.A Global Perspective On BreedingChanochi Zaks on the challenges of breeding in a global village.BenchPress: 2033News headlines 25 years from now.Conserving Water And Shelf LifeBall Hort's Layci Gragnani on the future of breeding.Greenhouse Grower At 25Editor At Large Dick Meister on Greenhouse Grower's past and its future.Delivering Content In 2033The way you receive content in 2033 will be very different than today.BenchPress Profile: Joe GrowerOwner, Grower's Greenhouse, Willoughby, OhioDream OnDon't let the next 25 years pass you by. Keep dreaming of new ways to connect with consumers.Sizing Up Our IndustryWhere are we now and where have we been?Time WarpJust as growers have evolved, so have our grower-readers.Saluting Tomorrow's LeadersWho will be our 25th Grower of the Year? You can help decide. Submit a nomination for our 2009 Grower of the Year by Feb. 28.Online Only: Taking A Look Back - Our First Issue Of Greenhouse GrowerTake a step back in time and flip through our first issue.Guidelines To Success by Will CarlsonHere are the steps you need to take to ensure the industry’s survival.Defining Greatness by John Van WingerdenThe principles that characterize success will continue to apply.Readying For Next Gen by Al GeraceHow do we capture the imagination of the next generations?Commit To Being Green by Mark ElzingaCompanies that embrace sustainability will succeed.Pushing Plastics by Cal DillerPlastics aren't going anywhere, and expect recycling to become a common practice across the board.Learning To Conserve by A.J. BothGreenhouses can be net energy producers, not consumers.Driving Home A Point by Tim HighamThe trucking challenge you face can still lead to opportunities.Expect More Equipment by Mike KanczakInnovation and necessity will continue to drive automation.Building Taller & Stronger by Scott ThompsonLocation and climate will continue to dictate the design of facilities.Better Pest Management by Richard LindquistCrop protection won’t get easier. Just keep using the tools you rely on properly.Realities & Opportunities by Jose MilanThe most responsive companies will succeed in the future.Guiding Our Growth by John HolmesAs the industry shifts, so should the focus of industry organizations.Time To Play Offense by Bob DoliboisGrowers cannot afford to sit back and let only a few take action.Coming Together by Erik RunkleExtension specialists will work to establish better environments for plants.Universities Uniting by Paul FisherWe need to get more creative with funds for university programs.Growth Or Confusion? by Allan ArmitageNew crops are the lifeblood of our industry. Expect to see even more.Keeping Their Charm by Judy LaushmanExpect consumption of cut flowers to increase and more expansion of alternative sales options.Beyond Our Borders by Paul Ecke IIIOwning genetics and offshore production will define success.Survivability 101 by Laurie ScullinBe relevant. Tune in to future consumers and match their tastes.Adapting To Market Change by Stan PohmerThe industry needs a cohesive message that moves us toward 2033.Bring On More Branding by Mark BroxonBranding is here to stay, but only those who provide a strong value message will succeed.A Changing Landscape by Vinny NaabDon't expect the same "big three" to all be around in 2033.The Independent’s Role by Ken LongUse the food supplier industry as a template for our own growth.Searching For Value by Gary MangumFew growers and retailers will become the norm as we move toward the future.Wowing The Next Generation by Peter MoranBetter technology and evolving attitudes from consumers will have the biggest impacts on florists.Video: 25th Anniversary Editors' RoundtableGreenhouse Grower editors share what they took away from the 25th anniversary edition of the magazine.Audio: In Their Own WordsListen to some of our 25th anniversary essayists in their own words.A Breeder’s ChallengeWe asked leading breeders to tell us what the varieties of the future would look like. Here are their answers.More Than Flying CarsIn the future, anything can happen. People from from prominent industry companies look at the next 25 years and discuss where their companies are headed.Our Ones To WatchHere's a glimpse back at 25 people we expect to make a difference in the industry in the next 25 years.Labor SaversIndustry experts share how growers can reduce labor costs by looking at their operations and processes.Our Ones To WatchThe list keeps on growing as we dive into the final month of our five-part grower profile series celebrating the magazine’s 25th anniversary.Perennial PersonalitiesWe present the second and final part of a mini Who's who in the perennials industry as part of our 25th anniversary celebration.Ones To WatchWe're profiling industry people you should keep your eyes on.Checking In With: Mike RimlandIn addition to being one of the world's top anthurium growers, Mike Rimland now directs research and development at Costa Farms.A 2008 Perspective On Promotion OrdersGreenhouse Grower celebrates its 25th anniversary with a look back and a look forward. |
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