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Sustainability
It’s the buzzword of the industry — sustainability. Read up on the latest on new products, growing practices and marketing of sustainability here.

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SustainabilityIt’s the buzzword of the industry — sustainability. Read up on the latest on new products, growing practices and marketing of sustainability here.![]() Consumer Perceptions Of Sustainably Produced PoinsettiasAre consumers interested in locally, organically or sustainably produced poinsettias? The authors conducted research to find out.Producing Poinsettias SustainablyResearchers hone in on how to produce poinsettias sustainably with organic fertilizers.Going For GrantsViability has emerged as the leading firm specializing in securing energy grant dollars for growers. Founder and President Chris Byrnes walks us through the process.The Importance Of BiopesticidesThe experts say IPM programs are making more and more sense. Growers just have to give them a chance.Grading Biodegradable PotsNow that they have a few years under their belts, growers share their experiences producing plants in non-plastic pots.Superior SustainabilityAn investment in a biomass boiler is shoring up the bottom line at Pleasant View Gardens, and, in turn, saving its grower-customers money.Online Only: All Fired UpFrom biomass burners to wind turbines, growers and retailers are securing grants and bringing more alternative fuel systems online this year.Strides In SustainabilityCertification programs and supply chain initiatives continue to move forward.Online Only: Doug Cole On MPS CertificationCole has worked with Holland's MPS to make its global program user-friendly for growers in the United States and Canada.Online Only: Pots And Trays ShowcaseCheck out the latest products and services from some of the industry's leading containers suppliers.Constant VariablesWhile going organic involves plenty of experimentation, growers Lloyd Traven and Roger Rosenthal have found two helpful variables: fish emulsion and compost tea.Feeding FrenzyHere are a few conventional and organic fertilizers you should look into for this upcoming year.
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