Brian D. Sparks

Energy Costs Driving Growers to Focus on Efficiency
In the fourth part of a series of articles, greenhouse and components manufacturers discuss how energy costs and other regulatory issues are affecting the market.
Why Growers Are Currently Cautious When it Comes to Capital Investments
In the third part of a series of articles, greenhouse and components manufacturers suggest growers are mostly hesitant when making major decisions on investments.
American Society for Horticultural Science Highlights Early Career Achievements
The list of 2026 ASHS Early Career Award winners include some familiar names in the floriculture industry.
Grower to Grower Podcast: A Celebration of the Past, Present, and Future of America in Bloom
Check out our extended conversation with some of the team members behind the America in Bloom program, and the benefits it brings to both growers and communities.
Being a Good Leader in Good Times and Bad
Here are insights on what it means to be a good leader in floriculture from our talk with John Hardiman of American Farms.
Greenhouse Tech Suppliers Helping Growers Navigate Pain Points
In the second part of a series of articles, greenhouse and components manufacturers outline grower pain points and how they are offering assistance.
Don’t Forget to Vote for Your Favorite New Variety
It’s time for you to decide which variety is chosen as the Reader’s Choice award winner for 2026. Finalist voting takes place this week and ends on June 16.
Check Out the Winners of the GreenTech 2026 Innovation Awards
The awards recognize new and proven technology making a difference in indoor plant production.
Greenhouse Tech Suppliers Facing Market Opportunities and Challenges
In the first part of a series of articles, greenhouse and components manufacturers weigh in on the biggest current floriculture market opportunities and challenges.
Mark Your Calendars for the 2026 Evening of Excellence
Join us for Greenhouse Grower’s Evening of Excellence reception at Cultivate’26 on July 13 as we recognize the best in breeding, growing, technology, and innovation in horticulture.
Two Great Ways to Support Seed Your Future This Month
Industry members have until July 17 to participate in the #IAmHorticulture social media campaign, or watch a one-time virtual screening of a new movie.
Grower to Grower Podcast: Metrolina Greenhouses’ Chief Information Officer on Technology, Data Analytics, and More
Throughout this month, we’ll be featuring conversations with members of our 2026 Top 100 Growers list. This week, I’m joined by Adam Kelley, Chief Information Officer at Metrolina Greenhouses.
Three Long-Time Growers Join Forces to Launch WorryFree Plants
The new entity was formed to provide a high-performance bridge between world-class plant breeders and independent garden centers.
Help Us Celebrate the Fathers of Floriculture
May brings Father’s Day and an opportunity to celebrate the men who have helped shape horticulture, and those who will continue to do so in the future.
Don’t Forget to Vote for Your Favorite New Hydrangea, Rose, or Berry
It’s time for you to decide which variety is chosen as the Reader’s Choice award winner for 2026. Voting for Best of the Rest ends on June 8.
This Partnership Is Breeding Disease-Resistant Zinnias
Johnny’s Selected Seeds and the University of New Hampshire are working to develop cut flower-sized zinnias that are resistant to cool-climate diseases.
A Celebration of Women in Horticulture, Part Two
In recognition of Women in Horticulture Week, check out this second photo gallery of some of the women leading the way.
Grower to Grower Podcast: What’s New and What’s Returning at Cultivate’26
Meagan Nace and Cindy Lee from AmericanHort join us to discuss new activities at Cultivate’26, how to plan your trip, and what happens with the plants on display once Cultivate comes to a close.
Grower to Grower Podcast: Why a Positive Company Culture Breeds Long-Term Success, With American Farms
Throughout this month, we’ll be featuring conversations with members of our 2026 Top 100 Growers list. This week, I’m joined by John Hardiman, CEO of American Farms.